JUN 19, 2026
The opening round of the expanded FIFA World Cup 2026 delivered unforgettable drama, with Lionel Messi's historic hat-trick, Kylian Mbappe's record-breaking performance, and stunning upsets led by Cape Verde's heroic draw against Spain. The race for the Round of 32 is already wide open.
JUN 19, 2026
A French appeals court has ruled that Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi will stand trial over rape allegations made by a woman in 2023, rejecting his final appeal to dismiss the case.
JUN 19, 2026
Panama have unveiled their 26-man squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026, led by experienced stars Adalberto Carrasquilla, Anibal Godoy and Ismael Diaz as they prepare to compete on football's biggest stage across North America.
JUN 19, 2026
Indian table tennis star Manika Batra has appealed to the Sports Ministry, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and the IOA for intervention after being left out of India's 2026 Asian Games squad. Calling the decision "deeply disheartening," Batra questioned the consistency and fairness of the selection process and sought a review of the criteria applied by the TTFI.
JUN 19, 2026
Nora Fatehi described performing at the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony as a "magical moment," crediting India, Morocco and Canada for shaping her career and identity.
JUN 19, 2026
Brazil superstar Neymar has been ruled out of the Seleção’s FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C match against Haiti as he continues recovering from a calf injury. Coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed the team will not rush the veteran forward back into action, with Vinícius Júnior expected to spearhead Brazil’s attack in the must-win encounter.
JUN 19, 2026
Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi will be available for Saturday's crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match against Germany after receiving late clearance to enter Canada. The dramatic turnaround came hours after reports suggested the 23-year-old would miss the game due to visa complications linked to an ongoing investigation in France.
JUN 19, 2026
Mexico secured a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout rounds with a hard-fought 1-0 win over South Korea. Luis Romo's second-half strike proved decisive as El Tri topped Group A with six points from two matches.
JUN 19, 2026
Nathan Saliba etched his name into World Cup history with the tournament's first direct free-kick goal, dedicating the unforgettable strike to injured teammate Ismaël Koné.
JUN 19, 2026
Jonathan David's hat-trick inspired Canada to a historic victory over nine-man Qatar in Vancouver, securing the co-hosts' first FIFA World Cup win and moving them closer to the knockout stage.
JUN 19, 2026
Carlos Queiroz has made FIFA World Cup history by becoming the oldest coach ever to win a World Cup match at 73. The Ghana manager guided the Black Stars to a dramatic last-minute victory over Panama, while also extending his record as the only coach at the 2026 tournament appearing in a fifth consecutive FIFA World Cup.
JUN 18, 2026
Czechia and South Africa shared the points in a hard-fought 1-1 draw at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Michal Sadilek gave Czechia an early lead before Teboho Mokoena's late penalty secured a crucial point for South Africa, keeping both teams' qualification hopes alive.