The 2026 FIFA World Cup has witnessed its first casualties, with two teams mathematically eliminated from the competition following their second consecutive losses.
Haiti became the first nation to be knocked out after a 3-0 drubbing by Brazil in Philadelphia on Saturday. The defeat left the Caribbean side with zero points in Group C, making it impossible for them to advance to the Round of 32. Haiti had previously opened their campaign with a 1-0 loss to Scotland.
Turkey soon joined Haiti in elimination after a 1-0 reversal against Paraguay in their second group match. The Turkish team, who had also lost their opener to Australia, cannot mathematically progress from their group. They will play the United States in their final group fixture as a formality.
Both nations now face early exits from the tournament, while other teams continue to battle for knockout-stage berths.