The final 32 teams of the 2026 World Cup enter the knockout stages; who will continue on in these win-or-go-home matches?A replica of official Trionda match ball for FIFA World Cup 2026 is displayed ahead of the press conferenceIt’s been a hect
African football is enjoying its best Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) World Cup ever in 2026, with 9 of 10 African teams having made it to the knockout stages a remarkable continental record.Out of the 9 that had qualified to the
© Hossein Zohrevand / Wikimedia CommonsThe FIFA World Cup is unlike any other sporting event. Every four years, the best players in the world compete under extraordinary pressure while representing the hopes of entire nations. Goals scored in domestic le
Erling Haaland has already given Manchester City the best and worst versions of a summer tournament problem.The best version is obvious. Norway have reached the World Cup knockout phase with their centre-forward scoring at a rate that mak
Lionel Messi (centre) stole the show with an opening hat-trick but that is not enough to secure top spot for holders Argentina - Jay Biggerstaff/ReutersHow much can you read into one round of
Saudi Arabia's Nawaf Bu Washl (13) battles for the ball with Cape Verde's Dailon Livramento (19) during the World Cup Group H soccer match between Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia. - Copyright © africanews AP PhotoHistory made. C
Jordan were eliminated from the World Cup after losing to Algeria(Image: Stu Forster/Getty Images)Jordan have left a lasting impression on football fans globally for leaving their dressing room in an astonishingly spotless condition after exiting the
Mason Greenwood has reportedly agreed on personal terms for a move away from Marseille but the French club are unlikely to have their demands metMason Greenwood has delivered Manchester United a setback by reportedly reaching an agreement on personal te
FT: Curaçao 0-2 Côte d’IvoireNicolas Pépé scored twice as Côte d’Ivoire defeated Curaçao 2-0 on Thursday to qualify for the FIFA World Cup knockout stage for the first time in the nation’s history.The victory secured se
Elliot Anderson's impending Manchester City move is for a seemingly fluctuating transfer fee, and on a fast-moving signing timeline.England's Elliot Anderson is now Manchester City-bound, and is undergoing his medical in the United States ahead of an Etih
