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… Tongue-in-cheek online comments have been comparing Payne to the greatest players from three-time World Cup champions Argentina. …
'Messi, Maradona, Tim': NZ footballer's viral fan club hits 4 millionThe Standard
… Amid those tensions, Uruguay endured a run of poor results, including a heavy 5-1 defeat in a friendly against the United States in November.Despite the turbulence, Bielsa kept his job and will lead Uruguay at his third World Cup, having previously coached Argentina in 2002 and C …
Bielsa says Suarez 'owes no apology' after World Cup omissionThe Standard
… re handed a brutal route to earning their spot in the SVNS Division One next season after landing in a tough Group A that also consists of Great Britain.Valladolid champions Australia headline Group B that also features Spain, the USA and Uruguay, while Group C includes Argentina …
Kenya Sevens to renew rivalry with Fiji and South Africa at Bordeaux 7sCitizen Digital
Loyalty could be fatal to Argentina's World Cup title defence, says Bertoni By AFP May 30, 2026 10:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - Final - Argentina v France - Lusail Stadium, …
Loyalty could be fatal to Argentina's World Cup title defence, says BertoniCitizen Digital
… stest growing areas of our business" which sates the appetite of a "new, younger customer base" who are looking "for more dynamic betting opportunities." Small said most money in bets already placed with Sportradar's 250 sports books clients across the globe has gone on Argentina …
'Biggest circus in town' the World Cup set for betting frenzyCitizen Digital
… They are bidding to reach a third consecutive World Cup final after winning the trophy in 2018 and losing an epic contest on penalties to Argentina in 2022. …
Deschamps bidding to end glorious France reign on a high at World CupCitizen Digital
Can Messi deliver again for Argentina at his final World Cup? By AFP May 29, 2026 01:35 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Argentina's forward Lionel Messi controls the ball during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Sout …
Can Messi deliver again for Argentina at his final World Cup?Citizen Digital
Sinner 'hits wall' as French Open bid collapses By AFP May 29, 2026 06:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Italy's Jannik Sinner leaves following a press conference given after being defeated by Argentina's …
Sinner 'hits wall' as French Open bid collapsesCitizen Digital
… Audio By Vocalize Argentina star Lionel Messi suffered an injury scare before the World Cup, requesting to be substituted during Inter Miami's Major League Soccer game on Sunday. …
Messi suffers injury scare before World CupCitizen Digital
… "There is the dignity of every one of us." Injured captain Cristian Romero has flown back to Argentina and will miss the relegation decider, sparking anger among Spurs fans. …
Spurs must play with 'blood, character, and spirit': De ZerbiEngland coach Thomas Tuchel commended Jude Bellingham after the Real Madrid star scored and provided an assist in a 2-0 World Cup victory over Panama, describing him as being "in a sweet spot" following a recent injury.
28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England coach Thomas Tuchel commended Jude Bellingham after the Real Madrid star scored and provided an assist in a 2-0 World Cup victory over Panama, describing him as being "in a sweet spot" following a recent injury.
28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cape Verde, making their World Cup debut, have qualified for the knockout rounds and will face reigning champions Argentina in the last 32 on July 3 in Miami. The article compares the vast disparities between the teams: Argentina are ranked first globally and have a squad valued at $920 million, while Cape Verde rank 67th with a squad worth $62 million.
28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Austria and Algeria drew 3-3, with both teams qualifying for World Cup knockout rounds and eliminating Iran. Austria reached the knockout round for the first time since 1982, while Algeria matched their 2014 World Cup performance.
28 June 2026 · The Standard →
Lionel Messi came off the bench to score his sixth tournament goal as Argentina beat Jordan 3-1, finishing Group J with maximum points ahead of their last-32 match against Cape Verde on July 3 in Miami.
28 June 2026 · The Standard →
Co-hosts Canada and South Africa will play each other in the opening game of the World Cup knockout round at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Sunday, marking the first time either nation has reached this stage of the tournament. South Africa advanced after a 1-0 win against South Korea following an opening loss to Mexico, while Canada progressed despite a 2-1 defeat to Switzerland in their final group game.
28 June 2026 · The Standard →
Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane scored in the second half as England defeated Panama 2-0 at MetLife Stadium, securing top place in Group L and advancing to the last 32. Kane's goal was his third of the tournament, moving him to 11 World Cup goals for England.
28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England, level on four points with Ghana after two games, face Panama at MetLife Stadium seeking a victory to claim top spot in Group L. Portugal enter their Group K clash with leaders Colombia knowing only a win will enable them to leapfrog the South Americans into first place.
27 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ousmane Dembele scored three goals in 26 first-half minutes as France defeated Norway 4-1, with a late Desire Doue header completing the win. France advanced as Group I winners with three straight victories.
27 June 2026 · The Standard →
World Cup debutants Cape Verde drew 0-0 with Saudi Arabia to finish second in Group H behind Spain, advancing to face reigning champions Argentina in the knockout rounds on July 3 in Miami. The island nation, ranked 67 coming into the tournament, remained unbeaten through their three group matches.
27 June 2026 · The Standard →
Uruguay crashed out of the World Cup after losing 1-0 to Spain in Guadalajara, with goalkeeper Fernando Muslera's error allowing Alex Baena's weak shot to decide the match. Spain topped Group H and will face Austria or Algeria next, while Cape Verde advanced to meet Argentina after a 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia.
27 June 2026 · The Standard →
England, level on four points with Ghana, face Panama aiming for top spot in Group L, while Portugal take on Colombia knowing only a win will let them leapfrog into first place in Group K. Both nations have shown inconsistency, mixing laboured performances with moments of quality.
27 June 2026 · The Standard →
France play Norway in a crucial World Cup Group I match on Friday, with Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe and Manchester City's Erling Haaland both in fine form. The two forwards have each scored four goals in the tournament, trailing leader Lionel Messi on five.
26 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The race for the World Cup Golden Boot has become a major talking point at the 2026 tournament, with Lionel Messi breaking the overall career record of 18 goals across six World Cups. Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland are chasing with four goals each, while the single-tournament record of 13 goals set by Just Fontaine in 1958 appears vulnerable.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams and the return of third-place sides to the knockout stage has created situations where teams could benefit from drawing their final group matches, echoing concerns from the 1982 "disgrace of Gijon" when West Germany and Austria colluded against Algeria.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Lionel Messi leads the Golden Boot standings with five goals from two games, followed by Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland with four goals each. This is only the second time in World Cup history that three players have scored four or more times after two matches, the first since 1954.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Lionel Messi broke Miroslav Klose's record with his 17th and 18th World Cup goals in Argentina's 2-0 win over Austria, advancing to the last 32. France defeated Iraq 3-0 and Norway beat Senegal 3-2 to also advance to the knockout rounds.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
France coach Didier Deschamps will miss his team's final World Cup Group I match against Norway on Friday after learning of his mother's death and returning to France for the funeral. Assistant Guy Stephan will take charge of the squad in his absence.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
French national football team coach Didier Deschamps will miss his team's final World Cup Group I match against Norway on Friday after his mother died. Assistant Guy Stephan will take charge of the squad in his absence.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Argentina forward Julian Alvarez said he wants to leave Atletico Madrid, a move he believes would be "best for everyone," with Real Madrid and Barcelona competing for his signature. Atletico rejected a 150 million euro offer from Real Madrid earlier this month.
23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Argentina forward Julian Alvarez said he wants to leave Atletico Madrid in a move that would be "best for everyone", with Real Madrid and Barcelona competing for his signature. Atletico rejected a 150 million euro offer from Real earlier this month.
23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
On the 40th anniversary of Diego Maradona's 1986 "Hand of God" goal, Lionel Messi scored a double against Austria at the 2026 World Cup, becoming the all-time World Cup goal scorer with 18 goals. Argentine fans in Buenos Aires celebrated both players' iconic tournament moments.
23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
On the 40th anniversary of Diego Maradona's "Hand of God" goal in the 1986 World Cup quarter-final, Lionel Messi scored a double against Austria at the 2026 World Cup, making him the all-time World Cup goal scorer with 18 goals.
23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England will aim to book their place in the knockout rounds on Tuesday against Ghana in Group L, seeking to build on a 4-2 win over Croatia. Portugal attempt to kickstart their campaign after a lacklustre opening draw.
23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England face Ghana in Group L on Tuesday aiming to secure a place in the World Cup last 32, a day after Argentina and France advanced. Portugal look to kickstart their campaign after an opening draw, while England seek to build on their 4-2 win over Croatia.
23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kylian Mbappe marked his 100th cap with two goals as France defeated Iraq 3-0 in a World Cup match delayed two hours by a severe storm in Philadelphia. Ousmane Dembele scored the other goal for France, with Mbappe moving to 16 career World Cup goals.
23 June 2026 · The Standard →
Algeria defeated Jordan 2-1 in a World Cup Group J match on Monday, with Amine Gouiri equalizing and Nadhir Benbouali scoring the winner. The victory gives Algeria a chance to progress to the knockout round if they beat Austria in their next fixture.
23 June 2026 · The Standard →
Lionel Messi became the World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer with 18 goals as Argentina defeated Austria 2-0 in Group J, surpassing the previous record of 16 goals shared with Miroslav Klose. The victory secures Argentina's place in the knockout rounds of the tournament.
22 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece traces African nations' World Cup evolution from underdogs dismissed before matches even began to teams delivering memorable upsets and historic runs. The author highlights Cameroon's 1990 breakthrough as a quarterfinal appearance that proved African teams could compete with and beat top-ranked sides.
20 June 2026 · The Standard →
Lionel Messi's 68-year-old father Jorge is recovering from an unspecified "health issue" under medical supervision, the family said Thursday. The announcement follows Messi's emotional display after scoring three goals in Argentina's 3-0 World Cup win over Algeria on Tuesday.
19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
South Africa coach Hugo Broos said he will ignore criticism as Bafana Bafana prepare to face the Czech Republic on Thursday following a 2-0 loss to Mexico in their World Cup opener, when the team was reduced to nine men.
18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →