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Japan celebrated a historic milestone with a commanding 4-0 victory over Tunisia in the 1,000th game ever played in World Cup history. The win puts the Blue Samurai within reach of advancing to the knockout rounds.
Scotland broke a 36-year World Cup drought with a victory over Haiti, marking their first tournament win since 1990. John McGinn's deflected goal in the 28th minute secured the historic breakthrough that puts Scotland atop Group C.
The Lionesses play their 500th match this weekend, a milestone once unthinkable after women's football was banned for half a century. From park pitches to European champions, England's women have transformed the beautiful game.
