FIFA World Cup Live Updates: Japan’s unbeaten group stage builds confidence Japan reached the knockout rounds after an impressive unbeaten campaign in one of the tournament’s toughest groups. The Samurai Blue collected five points from three matches to secure qualification. They opened with a hard-earned 2-2 draw against the Netherlands in Dallas before producing one…
France’s Kylian Mbappe, left, Argentina’s Lionel Messi, center, and Norway’s Erling Haaland. (AP Photo) The 2026 FIFA World Cup has officially moved into its knockout stage following the conclusion of a record-setting group stage, with Canada setting the tone by winning the opening round of 32 match in dramatic fashion on Sunday.Stephen Eustáquio’s winner inspired…
Canada secured a historic 1-0 win over South Africa at SoFi Stadium, with Stephen Eustaquio scoring a stunning 92nd-minute volley to seal their first World Cup knockout stage victory. (AP Photo) A stunning 92nd-minute volley from midfielder Stephen Eustaquio propelled co-hosts Canada to a historic 1-0 win over South Africa at SoFi Stadium on Sunday…
A giant FIFA World Cup balloon (AP Photo/Abbie Parr) The 2026 FIFA World Cup has entered the Round of 32. With Canada and South Africa starting the knockout stage, fans around the world are eagerly awaiting the next phase of the tournament.So, who will be the favorites?BrazilThe most successful nation in FIFA World Cup history…
Cristiano Ronaldo (Photo by Getty Images) Cristiano Ronaldo achieved another great FIFA World Cup milestone on Saturday, as Portugal were held to a 0-0 draw by Colombia in their final Group K match. The result was enough for both teams to qualify for the Round of 32, with Colombia finishing top of the group and…
Lionel Messi added another FIFA World Cup career record after becoming the player with the most goals scored from outside the penalty area in the tournament’s history during Argentina’s 3-1 win over Jordan in their Group J final in Arlington.The Argentina captain scored with a free-kick in the 80th minute at AT&T Stadium on Saturday…
NEW DELHI: Africa achieved its best ever performance in a FIFA World Cupwith nine of its 10 teams reaching the Round of 32 at the 2026 tournament. It is the first time that so many African nations have qualified for the knockout phase. The previous record was just two teams, set at the 2014 World…
Michel Kuka Mboladinga (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: The most famous football fan of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Michel Kuka Mboladinga, could not attend the crucial one for his country. FIFA World Cup match against Uzbekistan after being denied a US visa.Known to fans around the world as “Lumumba Vea”, Mboladinga has become one…
Lionel Messi (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: Defending champions Argentina ended the group stage with three wins from three after beating Jordan 3-1 on Saturday.Giovani Lo Celso, Lautaro Martinez and Lionel Messi scored for Argentina, who had already secured top spot in Group J before the match. Jordan, playing in his first World Cup, ended…
Lionel Messi made history once again after becoming the first player to score in seven straight FIFA World Cup matches during Argentina’s 3-1 win over Jordan on Saturday.The Argentina captain came off the bench in the second half and scored from a free kick in the 80th minute. After being fouled just outside the penalty…
Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo (7) waves after the World Cup Group K soccer match between Colombia and Portugal in Miami Gardens, Florida, Saturday, June 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell) Colombia secured top spot in Group K at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after beating Portugal in an entertaining 0-0 draw at the Miami Stadium in Florida,…
Argentina vs Jordan Live Score: Lionel Messi was left out of Argentina’s starting eleven for their final Group J match against Jordan on Saturday after the team had already secured top spot in the group. Jordan have already been knocked out of the tournament, while Argentina are safely through to the knockout stage. Argentina coach…
Shubman Gill and Ronaldinho (Agency Image) Indian captain Shubman Gill shared a memorable moment away from the cricket field as he met Brazilian football icon Ronaldinho Gaúcho during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. Gill meets Ronaldinho Gill, who currently leads India in both Tests and ODIs, has had a remarkable rise…
The final round of Group K concludes with one of the marquee matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as Portugal and Colombia meet for the first time in senior men’s international football at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. Although both teams have already booked their places in the Round of 32, the…
Panama vs England Live Score: The teams are in! Rotation for England; full lineups revealed Thomas Tuchel has thrown a massive curveball with his team selection tonight! With qualification all but assured, the England manager made wholesale changes to rest his big guns ahead of the knockouts, handing starting roles to some very talented fringe…
Belgium’s Romelu Lukaku (9) heads the ball into the goal for his team’s fourth goal during the World Cup Group G soccer match between New Zealand and Belgium in Vancouver, British Columbia, Friday, June 26, 2026. (AP Photo) Romelu Lukaku became Belgium’s top scorer in FIFA World Cup history after scoring in his side’s 5-1…
Legendary manager Marcelo Bielsa screams (Screengrabs) Marcelo Bielsa’s future as Uruguay coach has come under fresh scrutiny following the team’s disappointing exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Uruguay failed to win a single game in Group H, defeats against Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde before suffering a 1-0 defeat to Spain that ended their…
NEW DELHI: Iran’s football team has again won praise for a heartwarming gesture off the field after their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match against Egypt in Seattle.After the 1-1 draw, which helped Egypt qualify for the knockout stage for the first time in their history, Iranian players left a handwritten message in the…
France’s Kylian Mbappe (10) warms up before the World Cup Group I soccer match between Norway and France in Foxborough, Mass., near Boston, Friday, June 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa) France secured top spot in Group I with an emphatic 4-1 win over Norway at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but preparations for the match…
Spain players react after the World Cup Group H soccer match between Uruguay and Spain in Zapopan, near Guadalajara, Mexico, Friday, June 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Fernando Llano) Spain booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 as Group H winners after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Uruguay at the Guadalajara Stadium,…
In an electrifying first half, Ousmane Dembele scored a hat-trick, leading France to a decisive 4-1 victory over Norway. (AP Photo) Reigning Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembele He put on a breathtaking first-half masterclass, bagging a sensational hat-trick to power France to a 4-1 victory over Norway at Gillette Stadium on Friday. With this dominant…
a breakthrough achievement, Yuto Nagatomo made history as the first Asian footballer to play in five FIFA World Cups. At 39, the Japanese defender’s extraordinary career began in 2010, culminating in his appearance at the 2026 tournament. (Photo/ANI) Japanese soccer legend Yuto Nagatomo etched his name into the halls of absolute immortality, becoming the first…
One of the outstanding matches of the final stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage takes place at the Guadalajara stadium in Mexico as Spain and Uruguay meet with qualification, first place and knockout seed all still in line in Group H. Spain came into the strongest position after collecting four points from…
To manage Lionel Messi’s workload, Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni decided to bench the captain for the final Group J match against Jordan. (Photo/ANI) Defending champions Argentina go out without their talismanic captain Lionel Messi in the starting lineup when they face tournament debutants Jordan in their final Group J clash on Sunday.With Argentina having already…
FILE – FIFA President Gianni Infantino watches an international friendly soccer match between Iran and Costa Rica, in Antalya, southern Turkey, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Riza Ozel, File) Russia could move closer to a return to FIFA competitions after football’s governing body confirmed that all 211 member associations have been invited to the FIFA…
They made Viking Row in the subways of New York City. In Times Square. At the airport escalators. In the middle of Central Park. Norway is back at the World Cup – and they’re having the time of their lives. Playing in their fourth World Cup final and first in 28 years, Norway have given…
South Africa coach Hugo Broos, right, celebrates with a member of the team. (AP Photo) South Africa etched its name FIFA World Cup history after sealing a place in the knockout stages with a 1-0 win in South Korea, while coach Hugo Broos added another remarkable chapter to his career story by becoming the oldest…
Vinicius Junior (AP Photo) The match was yet to reach the first hydration break. Brazil were already enjoying the gift of an early goal. In the 22nd minute, open goal scorer Vinicius Junior set up Scotland defender Jack Hendry and crossed for what looked to be Brazil’s second. The Scots looked dejected, but ready to…
The Netherlands sealed top spot in Group F with a comfortable 3-1 win over Tunisia on Thursday, setting up a last-32 clash against Morocco FIFA World Cup.Ronald Koeman’s side finished ahead of Japan, who were held to a draw by Sweden earlier in the day. The result meant the Dutch progressed as group winners, while…
Ecuador delivered an incredible shock to the soccer world by defeating four-time champions Germany 2-1, catapulting themselves into the knockout rounds of the World Cup (AP Photo) A record crowd witnessed a historic World Cup heist as gritty Ecuador stunned four-time champions Germany 2-1 at MetLife Stadium on Friday, sealing a dramatic place in the…