JUL 4, 2026
Cape Verde coach Bubista hailed his players after their historic FIFA World Cup debut ended in a heartbreaking 3-2 extra-time defeat to defending champions Argentina. The Blue Sharks twice fought back to level the score before bowing out, earning widespread praise for their courage, resilience and fearless style of football.
JUL 2, 2026
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.
JUN 28, 2026
Lionel Messi became the first player to score in seven consecutive men's World Cup matches as Argentina defeated Jordan 3-1 to top Group J and reach the knockout stage.
JUN 26, 2026
Ecuador produced a stunning comeback to defeat Germany 2-1 and book their place in the FIFA World Cup knockout stage. Goals from Nilson Angulo and Gonzalo Plata secured only La Tricolor's second-ever qualification beyond the group stage, while Germany still progressed as group winners despite ending their 11-match winning streak.
JUN 25, 2026
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.
JUN 23, 2026
Lionel Messi scored twice to become the FIFA World Cup's all-time leading men's goalscorer, guiding Argentina to a 2-0 victory over Austria and a place in the Round of 32.