Egypt files FIFA complaint against referee after Argentina’s controversial win
The president of the Egyptian Football Federation demands an investigation of the entire team of referees, including the video technology referees, citing blatant errors.
8 Jul, 2026
Lionel Messi inspires Argentina in late comeback to eliminate Egypt from World Cup
Lionel Messi inspired Argentina to a remarkable World Cup comeback as they came from two goals down to beat Egypt 3-2 in a dramatic last-16 game on Tuesday.
7 Jul, 2026
Paraguayan senator Amarilla demands Mbappe apologise, threatens legal action
In an open letter released on Monday, Amarilla said Mbappe had no right to insult her.
7 Jul, 2026
Mikel Merino’s late goal sends Spain to quarterfinals and ends Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup career
Mikel Merino scored seconds into second-half stoppage time, and Spain beat Portugal 1-0 on Monday to end the World Cup career of superstar Cristiano Ronaldo.
7 Jul, 2026
FIFA ‘crossed a red line’ in US player Balogun suspension reprieve: UEFA
World Cup 2026: Bellingham upbeat England will lift trophy after beating Mexico
Euphoric homecoming for Cabo Verde after heroic World Cup display
France squeeze past Paraguay to reach World Cup quarterfinals
Ghana ‘need more experience’ after World Cup exit
4 Jul, 2026
Egypt in history-making World Cup win over Australia to reach round of 16
Egypt’s first win in a knockout game at the World Cup set up a last-16 meeting with Argentina or Cabo Verde in Atlanta on Tuesday.
3 Jul, 2026
Cabo Verde vs Argentina: Greatest upset in World Cup history in the making?
Cabo Verde insist they will not be overawed by the occasion and the prospect of sharing a field with the reigning world champions and Lionel Messi.
2 Jul, 2026
Belgium knock Senegal out of 2026 FIFA World Cup
Belgium booked their place in the World Cup round of 16 with a dramatic 3-2 win over Senegal on Wednesday, scoring two late goals to force extra-time before Youri Tielemans converted a penalty in the 125th minute.
1 Jul, 2026
Harry Kane’s two goals for England knock DRC out of 2026 World Cup
Harry Kane scored two goals after the 70th minute to lift the Three Lions to a 2-1 win over the Democratic Republic of Congo in the World Cup round of 32 on Wednesday.
30 Jun, 2026
Côte d’Ivoire eliminated from World Cup by Norway
Norway’s Erling Haaland scored four minutes from time to earn a 2-1 victory over Côte d’Ivoire in the World Cup round of 32 on Tuesday and set up a meeting with Brazil.
29 Jun, 2026
Brazil overcome Japan’s resilience to progress to World Cup round of 16
Brazil clinched a late 2-1 victory against Japan to advance to the round of 16 from the round of 32 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Houston Stadium in the United States.
29 Jun, 2026
South Africa are out of 2026 FIFA World Cup
Stephen Eustaquio scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage to give Canada a 1-0 victory over South Africa in a round of 32 match on Sunday in Inglewood, California.
29 Jun, 2026
CAF president Motsepe hails African World Cup successes
Africa football boss Patrice Motsepe said on Sunday that hard work and investment in youth, coaching, and infrastructure had paid off at the 2026 World Cup.
28 Jun, 2026
Ghana coach Queiroz says value of 48-team World Cup debatable
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has said it is debatable as to whether the expanded 48-team World Cup has enhanced the tournament.
28 Jun, 2026
Africa announces its football credentials after 90% of teams progress at world cup
Cabo Verde have captured the imagination and secured a World Cup showdown with Lionel Messi’s Argentina, but they are just part of a success story for African football as the group stages come to a close.
