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Mexico leads Ecuador 2-0 in World Cup Round of 32 match

Mexico leads Ecuador 2-0 in World Cup Round of 32 match

Mexico dominates Ecuador at Estadio Azteca with a two-goal cushion and a clean sheet. A victory would mark El Tri's first knockout stage win in 40 years.

Sports ·1 Jul 2026, 06:02 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
Reports: Raptors agree to acquire Kawhi Leonard in trade with Clippers

Reports: Raptors agree to acquire Kawhi Leonard in trade with Clippers

The Toronto Raptors have agreed to acquire Kawhi Leonard from the Los Angeles Clippers in a deal involving Brandon Ingram and future draft capital.

Sports ·1 Jul 2026, 05:01 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
Tottenham win race to sign West Ham’s Mateus Fernandes for club record £85m

Tottenham win race to sign West Ham’s Mateus Fernandes for club record £85m

Tottenham Hotspur have reached an agreement to sign 21-year-old midfielder Mateus Fernandes from West Ham United for a club-record £85 million.

Sports ·1 Jul 2026, 03:02 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
World Cup 2026: Ronald Koeman resigns as Netherlands manager after World Cup exit

World Cup 2026: Ronald Koeman resigns as Netherlands manager after World Cup exit

Ronald Koeman has stepped down as head coach of the Dutch national team after a Round of 32 penalty shootout loss to Morocco. The manager cited family health priorities alongside the sporting failure.

Sports ·1 Jul 2026, 02:03 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
Norway defeat Ivory Coast to reach World Cup Round of 16

Norway defeat Ivory Coast to reach World Cup Round of 16

A late goal from Erling Haaland led Norway to a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast in Dallas. The result marks the first time Norway has won a World Cup knockout match.

Sports ·30 Jun 2026, 22:01 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
U.S. Homeland Security Secretary 'so happy' Iran made World Cup exit

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary 'so happy' Iran made World Cup exit

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary 'so happy' Iran made World Cup exit

Sports ·30 Jun 2026, 20:02 ·Tomas Ferreira 2 min read
World Cup Round of 32 begins with expanded 48-team format

World Cup Round of 32 begins with expanded 48-team format

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has entered its first-ever 32-team knockout stage following an expanded group phase. Early action has already produced significant upsets and high-stakes matchups across North America.

Sports ·30 Jun 2026, 14:01 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
Germany and Netherlands knocked out of World Cup by Paraguay and Morocco

Germany and Netherlands knocked out of World Cup by Paraguay and Morocco

Two football powerhouses were eliminated in the Round of 32 as Paraguay and Morocco secured shock penalty victories over Germany and the Netherlands.

Sports ·30 Jun 2026, 08:01 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
Grizzlies trade Ja Morant to Trail Blazers for Jerami Grant, Kris Murray

Grizzlies trade Ja Morant to Trail Blazers for Jerami Grant, Kris Murray

The Memphis Grizzlies traded Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray as part of a rebuild centered on young prospects.

Sports ·30 Jun 2026, 06:01 ·Tomas Ferreira 4 min read
Man City hire Enzo Maresca as Chelsea blast former boss in fiery statement

Man City hire Enzo Maresca as Chelsea blast former boss in fiery statement

Manchester City have confirmed Enzo Maresca as their new manager on a three-year deal, sparking a scathing response from Chelsea over his abrupt departure.

Sports ·30 Jun 2026, 03:01 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
Malo Gusto agrees Man City transfer as Chelsea full-back eyes Enzo Maresca reunion

Malo Gusto agrees Man City transfer as Chelsea full-back eyes Enzo Maresca reunion

Chelsea right-back Malo Gusto has reached a personal agreement to join Manchester City, though a significant fee dispute remains between the two clubs.

Sports ·30 Jun 2026, 00:01 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
Brazil beat Japan 2-1 to reach World Cup last 16

Brazil beat Japan 2-1 to reach World Cup last 16

Brazil beat Japan 2-1 to reach World Cup last 16

Sports ·29 Jun 2026, 23:02 ·Tomas Ferreira 2 min read
Robert Lewandowski agrees to join Chicago Fire on free transfer

Robert Lewandowski agrees to join Chicago Fire on free transfer

Polish striker Robert Lewandowski has agreed to a two-year deal with Chicago Fire following his tenure at FC Barcelona.

Sports ·29 Jun 2026, 12:02 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
Robert Lewandowski: Polish striker set for MLS transfer move with Chicago Fire

Robert Lewandowski: Polish striker set for MLS transfer move with Chicago Fire

Veteran striker Robert Lewandowski has agreed to a two-year contract with Chicago Fire. The signing follows the expiration of his contract with FC Barcelona.

Sports ·29 Jun 2026, 11:02 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
World Cup 2026 attendance breaks all-time record as group stage ends

World Cup 2026 attendance breaks all-time record as group stage ends

The expanded 48-team World Cup has set a new all-time attendance record as the group stage concludes. While giants like France and Argentina dominate, smaller nations are disrupting the hierarchy.

Sports ·29 Jun 2026, 10:03 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
Brazil and Japan face off in 2026 World Cup Round of 32 match

Brazil and Japan face off in 2026 World Cup Round of 32 match

Brazil and Japan clash in Houston as the tournament enters the knockout stages, featuring a battle between Brazil's pedigree and Japan's resilience.

Sports ·29 Jun 2026, 08:05 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
World Cup 2026 group stage best XI names Messi and Vinícius Júnior

World Cup 2026 group stage best XI names Messi and Vinícius Júnior

Lionel Messi and Vinícius Júnior lead a composite 'ideal eleven' following the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup group stage.

Sports ·29 Jun 2026, 03:01 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo resigns after early World Cup exit

South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo resigns after early World Cup exit

Head coach Hong Myung-bo has stepped down following South Korea's early elimination from the World Cup and a scathing public condemnation from President Lee Jae Myung.

Sports ·29 Jun 2026, 02:01 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
Canada beats South Africa to reach World Cup last 16 for first time

Canada beats South Africa to reach World Cup last 16 for first time

A stoppage-time goal from Stephen Eustaquio propelled Canada into the World Cup knockout stages for the first time in the nation's history.

Sports ·29 Jun 2026, 00:03 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
Australia to face unbeaten Egypt in World Cup 2026 Round of 32

Australia to face unbeaten Egypt in World Cup 2026 Round of 32

The Socceroos seek their first-ever knockout stage victory as they prepare to clash with an unbeaten Egyptian side in Arlington, Texas.

Sports ·28 Jun 2026, 22:01 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read