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What's at stake in Group L matches Saturday?
By Charles Nichelson at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
England leads Group L on goal differential, meaning they need some help to win the group and lock in their spot in Atlanta on July 1. They need to equal or better Ghana’s result against Croatia. If Ghana draws and England loses, Ghana wins by more goals, then Ghana wins the group.
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Key takeaway If Ghana draws and England loses, Ghana wins by more goals, then Ghana wins the group.
Why this matters in Frisco News
For Frisco residents who follow soccer, Saturday's Group L matches will be of particular interest due to the local connection to FC Dallas. The team's striker, Petar Musa, has already made an impact in the tournament with a goal in Croatia's loss to England. As Croatia faces Ghana, Musa's performance will be closely watched by local fans. The outcome of these matches will not only determine the group winner but also have implications for the knockout round. With Panama already eliminated, the focus shifts to the remaining teams, and the complex tie-breaker rules will come into play if needed. Frisco soccer enthusiasts will be paying attention to the results, which will be finalized by FIFA on Saturday, and could potentially see Musa and Croatia advance to the next round. The local community's interest in the tournament is likely to grow as the competition heats up.
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Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local ·
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What is this story about? England leads Group L on goal differential, meaning they need some help to win the group and lock in their spot in Atlanta on July 1. They need to equal or better Ghana’s result against Croatia. If Ghana draws and England loses, Ghana wins by more goals, then Ghana wins the group.
England’s ro...
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