Argentina star Messi’s World Cup records that keep making history
Lionel Messi’s World Cup journey has entered another legendary chapter, with the Argentina captain continuing to break records and chase milestones at football’s biggest tournament. Following his stunning hat-trick against Algeria at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Messi matched Germany legend Miroslav Klose’s record of 16 World Cup goals while also equalling another Klose achievement: […]
Fernandes backs Portugal to win first World Cup
Portugal may be among the favourites heading into the FIFA World Cup 2026, but one statistic still stands out: they have never won football’s biggest prize. For Bruno Fernandes, that history is exactly what this generation is determined to rewrite. The Manchester United midfielder believes Roberto Martinez’s side has both the quality and belief to […]
FIFA clears VAR official Evans over gesture controversy
FIFA has ruled that there was “no evidence of breaches of the FIFA Disciplinary Code” after an investigation into a VAR official accused of making a hand gesture interpreted by some as a white supremacist symbol. The official, Australian referee Shaun Evans, was seen on broadcast footage during Germany’s World Cup opener against Curacao making […]
Iran’s Mohebi strikes late to salvage point against New Zealand
Iran and New Zealand delivered one of the most entertaining matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026 so far, sharing a breathless 2-2 draw at Los Angeles Stadium in Group G after a game full of momentum swings, end-to-end attacks, and late drama. New Zealand striker Elijah Just lit up the first half with pace, […]
Araujo rescues Uruguay as Saudi Arabia miss historic win
Saudi Arabia came within touching distance of a famous FIFA World Cup 2026 victory, but Maxi Araujo’s late intervention ensured Uruguay escaped with a point in a dramatic Group H opener at Miami Stadium. The Green Falcons looked set to celebrate a major upset after Abdulelah Al Amri’s first-half strike gave them the lead, but […]
World Cup: Garcia praises Belgium resilience after Egypt scare
Belgium coach Rudi Garcia believes his team showed the character needed for a World Cup campaign after recovering from a difficult start to earn a point against Egypt in their Group G opener. The Pharaohs looked set to create history in Seattle after Emam Ashour scored his first international goal, putting Egypt ahead and threatening […]
Real Madrid complete €51.8m move for Chelsea’s Marc Cucurella
Real Madrid have completed the signing of Marc Cucurella from Chelsea on a six-year contract, in a deal worth an initial £47.5m, rising to £51.8m with add-ons. The Spain international departs Stamford Bridge after four years, having made 163 appearances and won both the Conference League and Club World Cup during his spell in London. […]
Amad stays focused after Cote d’Ivoire win over Ecuador
Cote d’Ivoire edged Ecuador 1-0 in a tense, end-to-end World Cup Group E clash, with Manchester United winger Amad Diallo delivering the decisive moment in the 90th minute. In a match where both sides struck the woodwork multiple times and clear chances were scarce, Diallo came off the bench to produce the breakthrough—calmly guiding a […]
Van Dijk frustrated as Japan snatch late Netherlands draw
Virgil van Dijk admitted the Netherlands were left disappointed after Japan’s late fightback denied them a winning start at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Dutch appeared on course to take control of Group F after Crysencio Summerville gave them the lead in the 64th minute during a tense encounter in Dallas. However, Japan refused […]
Nagelsmann praises Germany’s seven-goal World Cup statement against Curacao
Julian Nagelsmann believes Germany made the perfect start to their World Cup campaign after his side produced a ruthless attacking display in a 7-1 victory over debutant Curacao. The Germany boss admitted his team needed time to regain control after Curacao briefly threatened to change the momentum of the match, but he was pleased with […]
