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And that brings day five of FIFA World Cup 26 to an end. Thanks for following along!

For the first time in nearly 70 years, there were four draws on a single World Cup matchday.

With a brace today, New Zealand's Elijah Just joins a growing list of breakout stars from the first round of matches.

FULL-TIME: IRAN 2-2 NEW ZEALAND

Twice New Zealand led, and twice Iran equalised in what was a thoroughly entertaining match.

In case you were just watching for Tim Payne, he's just been subbed off for Callan Elliot.

Only 15 minutes remaining in what has been an enthralling match of football.

If it's anything like the first 75, there's plenty of drama still to come...

GOAL FOR IRAN

And just like that, we're level once again. Mohammad Mohebi buries his header off an excellent cross from goalscorer Ramin Rezaeian.

What a match!

GOAL FOR NEW ZEALAND

Another wonderful transition move from New Zealand, another assist from Chris Wood and another goal from Elijah Just.

This time, it's a one-two between Just and Wood that cuts through the Iranian backline.

HALF-TIME

After a wild, frenetic opening 45 minutes, Iran and New Zealand go in level at the break.

There's truly no telling which way this one will go...

Iran thought they had taken the lead on the stroke of half-time, but Ali Nemati's headed goal was ruled out for offside.

GOAL FOR IRAN

Shahriyar Moghanlou uses his strength to turn past his defender, before Ramin Rezaeian gets the final touch past the New Zealand goalkeeper.

1-1 in Los Angeles!

After an incredibly fast-paced and end-to-end opening 22.5 minutes, we've reached the first hydration break.

In this case, both sides could probably use a breather.

OFF THE POST

Mehdi Taremi's well-hit strike comes careening off the post.

GOAL FOR NEW ZEALAND

After a front-footed start from Iran, New Zealand play a long-ball over the top, allowing Chris Wood to bring it down and find Elijah Just, who volleys it into the back of the net.

It's 1-0 after just seven minutes!

KICK-OFF

We're underway at Los Angeles Stadium.

New Zealand's newest celebrity gets the start tonight!

Coming up, Iran take on New Zealand in Los Angeles.

Here are the starting lineups for both teams.

While it might not have been the result they were hoping for, it was still a landmark day for Uruguay boss Marcelo Bielsa and national legend Fernando Muslera.

Bielsa has now managed three different national teams in three World Cups, while Muslera is now the oldest Uruguayan to play at the tournament.

FULL-TIME: SAUDI ARABIA 1-1 URUGUAY

After an unwavering second-half barrage from Marcelo Bielsa's side, Saudi Arabia hold on and secure a draw – all thanks to a man of the match performance from Saudi goalkeeper Mohammed Al-Owais.

WHAT A SAVE

Al-Owais is having the game of his life as he makes an incredible, full-stretch save to keep the match level in stoppage-time.

Uruguay just keep on coming as they look for a winner...

GOAL FOR URUGUAY

After an initial save from Al-Owais, Maximiliano Araújo pounces on the rebound and pulls Uruguay level.

1-1 in Miami!

Uruguay are continuing to apply constant pressure, but simply can't get past Saudi goalkeeper Mohammed Al-Owais as we head into the second hydration break.

OFF THE POST

Manuel Ugarte's low, long-range strike is deflected onto the post by Al-Owais.

Al-Owais makes another good reaction save as Uruguay come out swinging in the second-half.

After a memorable win against eventual winners Argentina in the World Cup 3.5 years ago, Saudi Arabia are halfway towards yet another opening-day upset.

Can they pull off another World Cup shocker?

HALF-TIME

Despite a good response from Uruguay, Saudi Arabia go into the break with a 1-0 lead.

GOAL FOR SAUDI ARABIA

Muslera fumbles a save, allowing Abdulelah Al-Amri to pounce on the rebound and give the Saudis the lead.

Brilliant save from Fernando Muslera as he palms Abdulelah Al-Amri's shot away.

Both goalkeepers look in top form tonight.

Excellent reaction save from Saudi Arabia goalkeeper Mohammed Al-Owais to deny Federico Viñas' diving header.

We've reached the first hydration break with very little action through 22.5 minutes.

First shot for Saudi Arabia as Salem Aldawsari's speculative effort goes well-wide.

Early chance as Maximiliano Araújo fires a long-range attempt straight at the Saudi goalkeeper.

KICK-OFF

And we're off at Miami Stadium!

The teams are heading out for the national anthems with kick-off soon to follow. Stay tuned!

Up next, Marcelo Bielsa's Uruguay take on Saudi Arabia. Here's how both sides will start the match.

FULL TIME - BELGIUM 1-1 EGYPT

There is no historic victory for Egypt as honours end even as they take the top two spots in Group G ahead of Iran and New Zealand's showdown later on.

CHANCE!

Tielemans whips in a free kick which Mechele swings his left boot at and sends it looping up into the air but it dips on the wrong side of the crossbar.

We're set to have five minutes of added time at the end of this half with both teams still pushing. Can either of them snatch a late winner? Egypt looking the more purposeful at the moment but Belgium on the counter are still devastatingly effective

The wait is finally over

GOAL! BELGIUM 1-1 EGYPT

Cometh the hour - cometh Romelu Lukaku! The striker has an instant impact within barely a minute of coming on and forcing Hany to turn Thomas Meunier's cross into his own net.

CHANCE!

It's all Egypt at the moment as Marmoush drags an effort off target

CHANCE!

Salah heads goalward with a downward effort which Courtois has to claw away before Ashour fluffs the follow-up on the righthand side of the box

CHANCE!

De Brunye pings a free kick just outside the penalty area which pings off the outer righthand post

SECOND HALF

Can Hossam Hassan's side make history in the next 45 minutes?

HALF TIME - BELGIUM 0-1 EGYPT

The Pharaohs head in with the lead at the break and have looked the stronger side. Meanwhile Rudi Garcia's men just haven't been at it.

CHANCE!

It's not been Belgium's half so far but they almost had a lifeline in through Doku but he blazes off target

Talk about many happy returns!

GOAL! BELGIUM 0-1 EGYPT

Wow! What a hit! Emam Ashour scores his first-ever international goal with a sublime strike from outside the area to leave Courtois with no chance

CHANCE!

It's Belgium with the first real attack of the opening stages as De Bruyne cut a right-footed effort from range but it veers off target

KICK OFF

And away we go!

Both teams are out on the pitch at Seattle Stadium as we prepare to hear the national anthems

FULL-TIME! CABO VERDE-0-0 SPAIN.

It is a historic result! One of the biggest upsets in World Cup history!

Some heroic defending from the island nation. The biggest result in their history on their World Cup debut.

That's what this tournament is all about!

Five minutes have been added!

What a chance! Cabo Verde in the final minute - Borges with the free header from a corner but it is straight at the goalkeeper! What an opportunity that was.

Oyarzabal denied by another heroic block from Lopes! His effort was destined for the back of the net but the Dublin-born defender makes the stop.

Mo Salah starts as Egypt name their starting line-up against Belgium.

That's now 22 shots from Spain, just six on target. Is it not going to be their day?

A frustrated effort from Rodri wide.

For the day's next game, this is how Belgium line up.

We're into the final 15 minutes. It remains scoreless...

Lamine Yamal has entered the fray for Spain.

Hydration break in Atlanta. Spain not disheartened yet and continue to dominate possession and territory in their attempts to break Cabo Verde down.

Elsewhere, some incredible World Cup news as Tunisia have parted ways with their head coach after just one game! They lost 5-1 to Sweden on Sunday.

Some half chances with efforts from range so far for Spain - still no joy.

The second half is back underway in Atlanta.

Can the underdogs do it?

HALF-TIME!

Spain 0-0 Cabo Verde

Could they pull off one of the unlikeliest World Cup results of all time? Cabo Verde, ranked 67th in the world rankings, are holding one of the tournament favourites.

Another excellent fingertip save from Vozinha! The 40-year-old has been the star man so far in the Capo Verde goal.

Big save! On the stroke of half-time, Torres is denied again by a good low stop.

Oh that is not a stat Oyarzabal will have wanted to make in his first half hour at the World Cup!

OFF THE BAR!

Cucurella tees up Torres perfectly and from six yards out, his effort crashes off the crossbar.

Some more heroic defending from Cabo Verde in the area to deny Oyarzabal. They have been excellent at the back so far.

Hydration break time in Georgia.

A legend is a legend after all!

A shot from Pedri from distance, easily saved.

Still waiting for the first clear cut chance, Cabo Verde defending well so far.

KICK-OFF!

We're underway between Spain and Cabo Verde.

The Spanish supporters are ready.

One of the main men for Spain has already had a busy Monday!

What are your predictions for the opener? Let us know in the comments.

Just how good do Spain look right now? Well for many La Roja are the favourites for this tournament and our friends at From The Spot have outlined why here.

And here's a neat graphic of today's line-ups ...

Elsewhere in World Cup world, there's some remarkable reports claiming that Tunisia boss Sabri Lamouchi will be sacked as Tunisia coach after their 5-1 defeat to Sweden. You can read more about that here.

In case you missed it earlier, Marc Cucurella - who is starting today for Spain - completed his move to Real Madrid from Chelsea earlier. Will that give the curly-haired defender extra oommpphhh against Cabo Verde?

Not great for anyone who has Lamine Yamal down as their tournament top scorer, but it's probably right not to risk the Barcelona star this early in the World Cup.

And it's some early team news for La Roja with Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams on the bench for their clash with Cabo Verde.

Good afternoon everyone and welcome to our World Cup daily live blog where we'll be leading you up to Spain's tournament bow.