12 articles tagged with “FIFA World Cup”
Argentina survived a major scare to defeat Egypt 3-2 in the World Cup last 16, advancing to the quarterfinals after a dramatic comeback. Lionel Messi scored, becoming the first player to find the net in six consecutive World Cup knockout matches.
Spain edged Portugal 1-0 on a late goal by Mikel Merino, while Belgium defeated the USA 4-1 to secure their spots in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals.
Belgium defeated the USA 1-0 to secure a World Cup quarter-final against Spain, following controversy over FIFA's reversal of Folarin Balogun's suspension. Belgian officials criticized the timing of the decision, calling it a threat to football's integrity.
Belgium's football association is contesting FIFA's clearance of U.S. player Folarin Balogun for the World Cup Round of 16, citing concerns over disciplinary consistency.
Morocco defeated co-hosts Canada 3-0 in Houston, with Azzedine Ounahi scoring twice in the second half to propel the Atlas Lions into their second consecutive World Cup quarter-finals.
Colombia defeated Ghana 1-0 in a tightly contested FIFA World Cup match, securing their place in the last 16. Former Ghana captain Asamoah Gyan criticized the Black Stars' lackluster performance.
Argentina advanced to the World Cup last 16 after a hard-fought victory over Cape Verde, with Lionel Messi scoring early. Coach Lionel Scaloni praised his team's resilience.
Cape Verde coach Bubista praised Lionel Messi after his team's 3-2 loss to Argentina in the 2026 World Cup round of 32, calling the match 'the game of our lives.' Messi scored in the dramatic encounter.
Senegal blown 2-0 lead in dramatic 3-2 defeat to Belgium after controversial VAR-reviewed penalty in final minutes of Round of 32 match.
Ronald Koeman has stepped down as Netherlands manager following their elimination from the FIFA World Cup by Morocco in a penalty shootout.
Morocco knocked out the Netherlands on penalties, Paraguay stunned Germany in a shootout, and Brazil ended Japan's campaign in dramatic round of 32 action.
Paraguay pulled off a historic 4-3 penalty shootout victory over Germany after a 1-1 draw in extra time, marking Germany's first-ever World Cup shootout loss.