FIFA World Cup
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.
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.
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.
Lionel Messi sets World Cup record with goal in seventh straight game
Lionel Messi made history during Argentina's 3-1 win over Jordan, extending his all-time World Cup scoring record to 19 goals.
World Cup Daily: Messi scores for Argentina; Austria and Algeria qualify
Lionel Messi has surpassed Miroslav Klose to set a new World Cup scoring record as Argentina secures a spot in the knockout stages.
Algeria and Austria advance to World Cup knockouts after 3-3 draw
A chaotic 3-3 draw ensures both Algeria and Austria progress to the round of 32, while eliminating Iran.
Cape Verde become smallest country to make World Cup knockouts
With a population of around 525,000, Cape Verde has made history as the smallest country to advance to the World Cup round of 32. The Blue Sharks now prepare for a match against Argentina and Lionel Messi.
Ousmane Dembele scores record hat-trick as France beat Norway 4-1
France defeated Norway 4-1 as Ousmane Dembele scored a record-breaking first-half hat-trick. The win means France finishes top of Group I with a perfect record.
Lionel Messi to start on bench for Argentina World Cup match against Jordan
Argentina captain Lionel Messi will begin the final Group J match against Jordan as a substitute after securing the top spot in the group.
Senegal beat Iraq 5-0 to keep World Cup knockout hopes alive
A five-goal rout of 10-man Iraq has left Senegal fighting for a spot as one of the best third-placed teams in the tournament.
Ecuador beats Germany to qualify for World Cup 2026 Round of 32
A 2-1 victory over Germany has propelled Ecuador into the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup for the second time in the nation's history.