World Cup 2026: Irankunda, Metcalfe fire Australia past Turkey
Australia delivered one of their biggest performances of the World Cup so far, defeating Turkey 2-0 in Vancouver thanks to stunning goals from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe. The victory was also a dream night for young goalkeeper Patrick Beach, who made a surprise Socceroos debut and produced a standout display to deny Turkey’s attacking […]
Lopetegui hails Qatar’s World Cup historic fightback against Switzerland
Qatar head coach Julen Lopetegui praised his players’ resilience and mentality after they claimed their first-ever FIFA World Cup point on foreign soil with a dramatic 1-1 draw against Switzerland. The Asian champions looked set for defeat after falling behind to Breel Embolo’s 17th-minute penalty in their Group B clash in the San Francisco Bay […]
Hakimi fancies Morocco’s chances ahead of Brazil test
Achraf Hakimi has backed Morocco to come out victorious in their group C opener against Brazil at the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament. The African champions, awarded by the CAF appeal board despite losing 1-0 to Senegal in the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations tournament, open their campaign with a clash against […]
Ancelotti provides Neymar injury update ahead of Morocco clash
Fans hoping to catch a glimpse of Brazil superstar Neymar in action at the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament will have to wait after head coach Carlo Ancelotti ruled the superstar out of their opening game against Morocco. The Santos forward’s inclusion made waves among the supporters, although he has been suffering an injury in […]
Larin’s strike helps Canada salvage draw against Bosnia in group B opener
Cyle Larin scored a second half equalizer as co-host Canada secured a 1-1 draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina in their opening group B clash at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament. The 23rd edition of the Mundial kicked off with one of the hosts Mexico defeating South Africa 2-0 in the opening match on […]
Myung-Bo Hong hails South Korea’s mentality after win over Czech Republic
South Korea head coach Myung-Bo Hong has praised his side’s mentality after they came from a goal down to record a 2-1 win over Czech Republic in their 2026 World Cup opener. The Asian side joined co-hosts Mexico on three points in group A with the impressive win over over their European opponents. Despite falling […]
Alisson backs Brazil to deliver against Morocco in World Cup opener
Brazil goalkeeper Alisson Becker has expressed confidence in his side’s quality ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Morocco on Saturday. The five-time champions begin their quest for a sixth title and a first since 2002 when they face the African champions in their group C opening match this weekend. Brazil reached the […]
Partey blocked from Canada ahead of Ghana’s World Cup opener
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has been denied entry into Canada ahead of the Black Stars’ FIFA World Cup opening match against Panama on Thursday. The former Arsenal player was unable to join his teammates on the journey from Ghana’s training base in Boston to Toronto after his Canadian visa application was refused. FIFA confirmed that […]
Balogun brace fires USA to World Cup statement win over Paraguay
Folarin Balogun delivered a standout performance as Mauricio Pochettino’s USA side produced one of their strongest FIFA World Cup displays, defeating Paraguay 4-1 at Los Angeles Stadium. The victory marked a major statement from the co-hosts, who combined attacking quality, intensity and confidence to overwhelm a spirited Paraguay team. The atmosphere was electric from the […]
Dembele defends Kylian Mbappe amid growing criticism before World Cup
France forward Ousmane Dembele has come to the defence of captain Kylian Mbappe, arguing that criticism directed at the Real Madrid superstar has gone beyond reasonable limits ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Mbappe has faced intense scrutiny in recent months following a mixed campaign at club level, with debates over his performances and […]
