World Cup 2026

Kylian Mbappé has condemned racist abuse from Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla following a World Cup match, calling her comments 'despicable' and unfit for public office.

Belgium defeated the United States 4-1 in the World Cup round of 16, advancing to face Spain. U.S. President Donald Trump claimed in advance that a Belgian win would be rigged.

Mikel Merino scored in stoppage time to send Spain into the World Cup quarter-finals, defeating Portugal 1-0. Cristiano Ronaldo's international future remains uncertain following the defeat.

England advanced to the next stage of the 2026 World Cup with a dramatic victory over Mexico, surviving a hostile atmosphere in Mexico City. Captain Harry Kane praised the team's resilience after the hard-fought win.

England reached the World Cup quarter-finals after a 3-2 victory over Mexico in a dramatic match at Azteca Stadium, despite playing over an hour with ten men.

Erling Haaland scored twice in the second half as Norway stunned Brazil 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16, securing their first-ever quarter-final berth.

FIFA has suspended Folarin Balogun's one-match World Cup ban, allowing him to play against Belgium in the round of 16, sparking criticism from Belgian officials.

Norway and Brazil meet in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, with Erling Haaland and Gabriel reigniting their personal rivalry on the global stage. Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti confirms Neymar is fit and ready to start.

Cape Verde’s historic first World Cup campaign ended in the Round of 32 with a 3-2 defeat to Argentina, but the team earned praise for its spirited performance.

Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz attributed his team's World Cup exit to inexperience, citing defensive lapses and lack of attacking efficiency following their defeat to Colombia.

Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has retired from international football following his team's 2-0 defeat to Switzerland in the 2026 World Cup round of 32.

Belgium overturned a two-goal deficit to defeat Senegal 3-2 after extra time, with Youri Tielemans scoring a 125th-minute penalty to secure a place in the World Cup last 16.

Morocco edged the Netherlands on penalties to reach the Round of 16 for the second consecutive World Cup, while Paraguay stunned Germany in a historic shootout. Brazil advanced with a narrow win over Japan, and African teams made waves in the standings.

Germany are out of the World Cup at the last-32 stage, losing to Paraguay in a penalty shootout in their first such defeat in World Cup history.

South Africa exited the 2026 World Cup after a round-of-32 loss to Canada, ending a campaign that included their first-ever advancement past the group stage.