Spain Outclasses France to Reach FIFA World Cup 2026 Final with Dominant 2-0 Victory
Spain beat France 2-0 to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 final after goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro sealed a deserved victory in Dallas.
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Argentina Stage Stunning Comeback to Beat Egypt 3-2 as Lionel Messi Recovers from Penalty Miss
Argentina came from 2-0 down to beat Egypt 3-2 in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after Lionel Messi recovered from a missed penalty to help send the defending champions into the quarter-finals.
Ronaldo honours Diogo Jota as Portugal edge Croatia to reach World Cup last 16
Cristiano Ronaldo paid an emotional tribute to the late Diogo Jota by wearing his former teammate’s No. 21 shirt after Portugal came from behind to defeat Croatia 2-1 and book a FIFA World Cup last-16 clash with Spain. TORONTO, Canada…
Haaland fires Norway past Côte d’Ivoire to set up Brazil World Cup clash
Erling Haaland scored a late winner as Norway beat Côte d’Ivoire 2-1 to reach the FIFA World Cup last 16 for the first time since 1998, ending the African champions’ campaign despite a spirited second-half fightback. LOS ANGELES, United States…
Paraguay stun Germany on penalties to reach World Cup last 16 in historic upset
Paraguay produced one of the biggest FIFA World Cup shocks in modern history after eliminating four-time champions Germany in a penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw. The defeat marks Germany’s earliest knockout-stage exit since lifting the trophy in 2014 and…
Canada make history with dramatic stoppage-time winner to reach first FIFA World Cup last 16
Stephen Eustáquio’s injury-time strike secured a landmark 1-0 victory over South Africa, sending tournament co-hosts Canada into the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 for the first time in the nation’s history. LOS ANGELES, United States – Canada reached the…
10-Man Paraguay Knock Türkiye Out of World Cup 2026 After Fastest Goal Yet
Paraguay held on with 10 men for an entire half to defeat Türkiye 1-0 in California, eliminating the European side from the FIFA World Cup 2026 and reviving South American hopes of reaching the knockout stage. SANTA CLARA, California —…
Germany Rally Past Ivory Coast as Undav’s Double Secures Knockout Spot
Substitute Deniz Undav scored twice, including a stoppage-time winner, as Germany came from behind to defeat Ivory Coast 2-1 in Toronto and become the first team to secure a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage. TORONTO, Canada…
French Court Orders Morocco Captain Achraf Hakimi to Stand Trial Over 2023 Rape Allegation
A French appeals court has confirmed that Morocco captain and Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi will stand trial over a rape allegation dating to 2023. Hakimi denies the accusation, and no trial date has yet been announced. PARIS, France —…
Thomas Partey to Miss Ghana’s World Cup Opener After Canada Rejects Visa Appeal
Ghana’s efforts to secure Thomas Partey’s participation in its opening FIFA World Cup match have failed after a Canadian court upheld a visa refusal, leaving the Black Stars without one of their most experienced players. ACCRA, Ghana — Thomas Partey…
England World Cup Preparations Disrupted After Equipment Theft Days Before Croatia Opener
England's preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been disrupted after boots, footballs and training equipment were stolen while being transported to the team's base in Kansas City before their opening match against Croatia.
Canada Earn Historic First World Cup Point as Larin Rescues Draw Against Bosnia
Canada secured the first FIFA World Cup point in the nation’s history after substitute Cyle Larin scored a late equaliser in a 1-1 draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto, giving the tournament co-hosts renewed hope of reaching the knockout…
Ghana Embassy in US Yet to Receive World Cup Tickets for Diaspora Distribution
Ghana’s Embassy in Washington says it has not yet received tickets allocated for distribution to Ghanaian supporters in the United States but will announce allocation procedures once they become available. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Ghana’s Embassy in Washington has announced that…
Mexico Beat South Africa 2-0 in World Cup Opener Marked by Three Red Cards
Co-hosts Mexico opened the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 2-0 victory over South Africa at a packed Estadio Azteca, as goals from Julian Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez secured three points in a Group A match overshadowed by three red…
England Beat Costa Rica 3-0 as Gordon Impresses Before World Cup Opener
Anthony Gordon strengthened his case for a starting place as England completed their World Cup preparations with a comfortable 3-0 victory over Costa Rica in Orlando.
Senegal Held by Saudi Arabia as Nicolas Jackson Sees Red Before World Cup
Senegal’s final World Cup warm-up ended in frustration as the Lions of Teranga were held to a goalless draw by Saudi Arabia and finished with 10 men after Nicolas Jackson’s late dismissal. SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Senegal‘s final match before the…
