US keep World Cup dream alive with gutsy win over Bosnia
World 12:19 02/07/2026Ten-man United States moved into the last 16 at the World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Bosnia on Wednesday, ending a 24-year wait for a knockout-stage win to keep alive hopes of an American dream run in soccer's global showpiece.
Mbappe uncorks France as Sweden are swept aside in Champagne World Cup show
World 10:08 01/07/2026France uncorked a Champagne performance on Tuesday to sweep Sweden aside 3-0 with a display of attacking verve and precision and book their place in the World Cup last 16.
Paraguay stun Germany on penalties to reach World Cup last 16
World 10:45 30/06/2026Paraguay stunned four-time world champions Germany 4-3 on penalties on Monday to advance to the World Cup round of 16 in one of the biggest upsets in the competition's history, after the teams were tied 1-1 over 120 minutes.
World Cup sets all-time attendance record, surpassing 1994 mark
World 11:47 26/06/2026The 2026 World Cup on Thursday became the best-attended in the tournament's history, surpassing the 1994 record of nearly 3.6 million spectators, FIFA said.
Jubilation as South Africa beat South Korea to reach World Cup knockout stage for first time
World 17:41 25/06/2026South Africa celebrated a first World Cup knockout berth with jubilant scenes on Wednesday after Thapelo Maseko's second-half strike secured a 1-0 victory over South Korea, who still have a chance of advancing as one of the best third-placed teams.
Munoz strike sends Colombia into World Cup Round of 32
World 13:59 24/06/2026Daniel Munoz fired Colombia into the World Cup Round of 32 on Tuesday, sealing a 1-0 win over DR Congo in Group K after goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi had threatened to turn the match into a night of frustration.
Algeria come from behind for 2-1 World Cup win over Jordan
World 14:09 23/06/2026Algeria stormed back to beat Jordan 2-1 and eliminate the World Cup debutants with a match to spare on Monday thanks to second-half goals from substitute Nadhir Benbouali and Amine Gouiri.
Messi breaks World Cup scoring record with a stunning double
World 10:37 23/06/2026Lionel Messi became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history, netting twice during Argentina's 2-0 Group J win over Austria on Monday.
Yamal-inspired Spain stride to one-sided victory over Saudi Arabia
World 09:51 22/06/2026Inspired by Lamine Yamal, Spain strolled to a 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia in Group H on Sunday, where Mikel Oyarzabal restored his reputation with two goals and Luis de la Fuente's side found their groove after an underwhelming World Cup opener.
Netherlands thump Sweden in Houston to get World Cup liftoff
World 08:15 21/06/2026Cody Gakpo and Brian Brobbey both scored twice as the rampant Netherlands thrashed Sweden 5-1 in a World Cup warning on Saturday in Houston.
Kone's broken leg casts shadow over Canada's historic World Cup win
World 11:14 19/06/2026Canada's first-ever World Cup win was overshadowed on Thursday when midfielder Ismael Kone suffered a broken leg after a tackle that left teammates shaken and coach Jesse Marsch lamenting an injury that turned a night of celebration into one of anguish.
Portugal coach Martinez unruffled by DR Congo draw
World 10:38 18/06/2026Portugal coach Roberto Martinez was unfazed on Wednesday by his side's unexpected 1-1 World Cup draw with unheralded Democratic Republic of Congo and said his side showed "extraordinary" attitude but still had work to do.
