In the friendly matches played just five days before the start of the World Cup, Portugal drew with Chile in a match marked by controversy involving Rafael Leão. The AC Milan winger was shown a yellow card in the second half for what appeared to be a playful, yet unsportsmanlike, gesture towards an opponent. The match ended in a draw.
Germany secured a victory against the United States, continuing their preparations for the tournament. Meanwhile, in a surprising upset, Albania suffered a defeat at the hands of Luxembourg.
These results offer a glimpse into the form of some of the participating nations as they finalize their strategies and team dynamics for the upcoming World Cup.