A large-scale Russian attack on Ukraine killed five rescuers in Kharkiv and injured at least 13 people in Kyiv. The assault triggered fires in residential buildings and caused significant damage to the historic Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra monastic complex. (Pic/AFP and AP)

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)