Tag: Player of the Match

Salah Inspires Egypt Into World Cup Round of 16

Egypt made FIFA World Cup history by defeating Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Dallas, booking their first-ever place in the Round of 16.

Ten-Man USA Stun Bosnia to Reach Last 16

Ten-man USA defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 to reach the Round of 16, where Mauricio Pochettino's side will face Belgium.

Nicolas Pepe Stars as Ivory Coast Reach Knockout Stage

Nicolas Pepe struck twice as Ivory Coast sealed a 2-0 win over Curaçao in Philadelphia, securing a place in the FIFA World Cup knockout stage as Group E runners-up.

Maseko's Goal Powers South Africa Into Knockouts

South Africa made history by reaching the FIFA World Cup knockout stage for the first time after Thapelo Maseko's stunning second-half strike secured a 1-0 victory over South Korea in Monterrey.

Ronaldo Makes World Cup History as Portugal Thrash Uzbekistan

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal defeated Uzbekistan 5-0, becoming the first player to score in six FIFA World Cup editions and surpassing Eusebio's record.

Cape Verde Continue Fairytale With Uruguay Draw

Cape Verde's remarkable FIFA World Cup 2026 journey continued as they fought back to earn a thrilling 2-2 draw against former champions Uruguay. Kevin Pina starred with a stunning free-kick and was named Player of the Match as Bubista's resilient side secured another memorable result.

Eloy Room Stars as Curaçao Hold Ecuador to Historic Draw

Eloy Room delivered a goalkeeping masterclass as Curaçao earned their first-ever FIFA World Cup point with a resilient 0-0 draw against Ecuador in Kansas City.

India Defeat Afghanistan by Seven Wickets in Rain-Shortened ODI as Shubman Gill Shines