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…
Iran’s football federation says tickets allocated to its supporters for the country’s World Cup group-stage matches have been withdrawn less than a week before the tournament begins. The dispute adds to growing concerns over visas, access and participation ahead of…
Michael Olise underlined his growing importance to France’s World Cup ambitions with a hat-trick in a 3-1 victory over Northern Ireland, while Patrick Kelly’s goal ensured the visitors left Lille with plenty of encouragement despite defeat. LILLE, France — Michael…
Harry Maguire has been excluded from England’s World Cup squad by manager Thomas Tuchel, with Ivan Toney making a surprise return to the team. England manager Thomas Tuchel has left centre-back Harry Maguire out of the squad for the upcoming…
