With 42 teams competing for World glory for the first time in tournament history, the FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to be an exciting prospect. Here are the five best matches from the group stage that cannot be missed. (Pics: AFP)

Lionel Messi-less Argentina cruised to a 2-0 win against Honduras, while Brazil registered a 2-1 win against Egypt without their star striker Neymar. Argentina and Brazil are two of the favourites to win the FIFA World Cup 2026. (Pics: AFP)