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Women's Basketball World Cup 2026: Mali secures historic victory against Spain
Mali's women's basketball team achieved a historic first-ever group stage victory at a World Cup, defeating Spain (82-73), a strong contender for the podium, after a close initial loss to Japan.
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni hailed his team's 2-1 comeback win over England, calling it 'epic squared' after a second consecutive knockout-stage rally booked a World Cup final against Spain.
Moroccan-American football referee Ismail Elfath will officiate the FIFA World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina. Elfath has been in charge of four matches at this tournament, including the group stage and round-of-16 matches.
Qatar's sports expertise is being transferred to the upcoming World Cup 2026 in the US and Canada through the efforts of Qatari engineers.
Egypt's coach Hossam Hassan, speaking in Atlanta before the World Cup 2026 round-of-16 clash with Argentina, said his team fears no one and will play its own style. He also used the press conference to urge the world to let the Palestinian people live in peace.
Ticket prices are dropping significantly ahead of the USA vs Belgium World Cup match in Seattle.
Germany faces Paraguay in the round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup, seeking to bounce back from a surprising loss to Ecuador. Paraguay has had a mixed performance in the group stage, with one win, one loss, and one draw.
World Cup 2026: Brazil beat Japan with last-gasp Martinelli goal to reach last 16
Brazil defeated Japan 2-1 in a World Cup round-of-32 tie, with Gabriel Martinelli scoring the winner in injury time. Japan had taken the lead through Kaishu Sano's solo goal, but Brazil equalized with a header from Casemiro.
World Cup 2026: England battle past Panama to seal top spot as Croatia qualify for knockouts
England defeated Panama 2-0 to win their World Cup group, with Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane scoring. Croatia also qualified for the knockouts with a 2-1 win over Ghana.
World Cup 2026: Senegal crush 10-man Iraq to remain in hunt for knockout round
Senegal defeated Iraq 5-0, keeping their World Cup knockout hopes alive. Iraq was reduced to 10 men after a red card in the 12th minute.
Algeria faces Austria in the third round of the 2026 World Cup group stage. The match is crucial for Algeria's chances of advancing to the next round.
Turkiye beat the US 3-2 in a World Cup 2026 match, with Turkiye's Kaan Ayhan scoring the winning goal in stoppage time. The game was an action-packed dead rubber clash ahead of the knockout rounds.
World Cup 2026: Haaland strikes twice as Norway secure knockout progression
Norway beat Senegal 3-2 to advance to the knockout stage, with Erling Haaland scoring twice. Norway will face France in their next match.
World Cup 2026: Iran hold 10-man Belgium to goalless draw in Los Angeles
Belgium were held to a goalless draw by Iran in their World Cup 2026 Group G match. Belgium's Nathan Ngoy was sent off in the 66th minute.
Iraq will face France in the second round of the 2026 World Cup. The match is scheduled to take place on June 23, 2026.
Brazil's national team is dealing with 7 absences, including key defenders, before their match against Scotland in the 2026 World Cup. The team is looking to secure their spot in the next round with a win or draw.
World Cup debutants Curaçao clinch historic first point after holding Ecuador to draw
Curaçao, the smallest nation to qualify for a World Cup, earned their first point with a 0-0 draw against Ecuador. Goalkeeper Eloy Room made 15 saves to secure the draw.
Belgium's task in the 2026 World Cup may be difficult due to the potential absence of Jeremy Doku. Doku is expected to miss some matches due to the birth of his first child.
Iran faces Belgium in the World Cup 2026. The match is scheduled for June 21. Iran has been dealing with issues related to their participation.
Mexico and USA are among the teams that have qualified for the World Cup 2026 knockouts. Haiti and Turkiye were eliminated from the tournament.
Iran's football team has submitted a complaint to FIFA due to restrictions imposed on them during the 2026 World Cup. The team is unable to prepare for their match against Belgium due to these restrictions.
World Cup 2026: Switzerland close in on qualification
Switzerland defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1, moving closer to securing a spot in the round of 16. The win follows their opening draw against Qatar.
World Cup 2026: Mexico reach World Cup knockout stage first after beating South Korea
Mexico became the first team to secure a place in the World Cup knockout stage after a 1-0 victory over South Korea. Luis Romo scored shortly after halftime to seal Mexico's second straight win.
South Africa scored a late penalty to draw 1-1 with the Czech Republic at the World Cup. Teboho Mokoena slotted home the spot kick after Pavel Sulc's handball handed the South Africans a lifeline.
Colombia beat Uzbekistan 3-1 in their World Cup Group K opener, with Luis Diaz starring. Uzbekistan scored its first World Cup goal but Colombia finished stronger.
France midfielder Rabiot joins Vinicius in criticising World Cup final pitch
France midfielder Adrien Rabiot criticises the pitch at MetLife Stadium, saying it feels like an artificial surface. Brazil's Vinicius Jr also expressed concerns about the dryness of the pitch.
Iran's national football team, Team Melli, drew 2-2 with New Zealand in their opening Group G match of the FIFA World Cup 2026, twice coming from behind to secure a point.
Saudi Arabia faces Uruguay in the 2026 World Cup, seeking to achieve a feat in this tournament. The Saudi team has only one professional player abroad, defender Saud Abdulhamid, and has not had ideal preparations with the new coach, Georgios Donis, arriving less than two …
Spain, the European champion, enters the 2026 World Cup with high ambitions before their first match against Cape Verde. Spain has not won any knockout stages in the World Cup since 2010.
World Cup 2026: Germany overpower tournament debutant Curaçao
Germany commenced their World Cup 2026 campaign with a resounding 7-1 victory over tournament debutant Curaçao in Boston. Despite the heavy loss, Curaçao scored their historic first World Cup goal.