Two Men's World Cup newcomers held their own against world powers on SAT 10 JUN 2006.
» England 01-00 Paraguay: England took the early lead in Group B as David BECKHAM's free kick was deflected by Carlos GAMARRA into his own net.
» Trinidad-Tobago 00-00 Sweden: Goalkeeper Shaka HISLOP made six saves, including one of Marcus ALLBÄCK's point blank shot, as the Soca Warriors overcame Avery JOHN's dismissal to earn a point.
» Argentina 02-01 Côte d’Ivoire: Hernán CRESPO and Javier SAVIOLA staked Argentina to a 2-0 halftime advantage, but Didier DROGBA scored late to give the Elephants confidence going into their next Group C match.