World Cup 2026
FIFA Men's World Cup — USA, Canada, Mexico.
Competition page →-
Robertson injury clouds Scotland's World Cup last-32 hopes after 3-0 Brazil defeat
Andy Robertson was replaced at half-time and later pictured with an ice pack on his right ankle as Scotland lost 3-0 to Brazil in Miami. The result leaves Steve Clarke's side sweating on both their captain's fitness and whether three points will be enough to advance as one of the eight best third-placed teams.
Football -
Clarke walks out of interview after 23 seconds as Scotland's World Cup exit looms
Steve Clarke cut short a post-match interview with BBC's Eilidh Barbour after just 23 seconds following Scotland's 3-0 loss to Brazil in Miami. The defeat leaves Scotland third in Group C and almost certainly heading home from their first-ever World Cup.
Football -
Clarke walks out of post-match interview as Scotland's World Cup hopes hang by a thread
Steve Clarke cut short his post-match press conference with a terse 'I don't even think about that' after Scotland were beaten 3-0 by Brazil in Group C, leaving their round-of-32 chances dependent on other results this weekend.
Football -
England face Algeria and Scotland meet Mexico in World Cup round of 32 as things stand
England are on course to face Algeria in Atlanta on July 1 after drawing with Ghana, while Scotland's 3-0 defeat to Brazil leaves them needing a favourable set of results to reach the knockout stage as a third-placed team.
Football -
BBC pundits split over VAR call that denied Brazil second goal against Scotland
Brazil had a second Vinicius Junior goal disallowed by VAR in the first half of their World Cup Group C decider against Scotland in Miami, with BBC commentators Darren Cann and James McFadden publicly disagreeing over whether the decision was correct.
Football -
Tello appointed referee for South Africa vs South Korea in decisive Group A clash
Argentine official Facundo Tello will take charge of South Africa's must-win Group A encounter against South Korea at Estadio BBVA in Guadalupe, Mexico. South Africa need a victory to have any realistic chance of advancing, while a draw would be enough for South Korea to claim second place.
Football -
Canada reach first-ever World Cup knockout stage despite 2-1 loss to Switzerland
Canada made history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup by advancing to the knockout stage for the first time, even as they fell 2-1 to Switzerland. Coach Jesse Marsch confirmed captain Alphonso Davies will return for their round-of-16 clash in Los Angeles.
Football -
Ochoa set for World Cup farewell start as Mexico rotate against Czechia
With Mexico already through to the knockout rounds after wins over South Africa and South Korea, manager Javier Aguirre is expected to hand legendary 40-year-old goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa a rare start in Tuesday's final Group A game against Czechia.
Football -
Neymar named on bench for Brazil's World Cup Group C finale against Scotland
Neymar returns to Brazil's squad for Wednesday's World Cup Group C match against Scotland at Miami Stadium, taking a place on the bench after missing the tournament's opening two games with a right calf injury.
Football -
Yael Falcon confirmed as referee for Czech Republic vs Mexico at World Cup 2026
Argentinian referee Yael Falcon will take charge of the Czech Republic vs Mexico Group A clash at Estadio Azteca, with the Czechs needing a win to advance alongside the already-qualified group winners.
Football -
Messi breaks World Cup scoring record at 39 and refuses to rule out 2030
Lionel Messi surpassed Miroslav Klose to become the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history after netting a brace in Argentina's 2-0 win over Austria at the 2026 tournament, taking his tally to 18 goals across six editions. The 39-year-old declined to close the door on appearing at the 2030 centenary edition.
Football -
Pulisic 'feeling good' and targeting return for USA's Group D finale against Türkiye
Christian Pulisic has rejoined the United States squad and is hopeful of featuring against Türkiye on Thursday after missing the 2-0 win over Australia with a left calf injury sustained before the tournament opener.
Football -
Klopp walks out of interview when asked about Schweinsteiger racism storm at World Cup
Jurgen Klopp abruptly ended a media interview at the 2026 World Cup after being asked to comment on the racism controversy surrounding Bastian Schweinsteiger, who faces widespread condemnation in Germany for remarks about Ivory Coast's playing style.
Football -
Pulisic declares himself fit to face Turkey as USA seal World Cup last 32 place
Christian Pulisic says he is feeling 'great' after a calf injury kept him out of the USA's 2-0 win over Australia, and is pushing to feature in their final group-stage match against Turkey on Thursday.
Football -
Norway did bring 580kg of salmon and cheese to the World Cup, but not because they distrust US food
Viral claims that Norway's squad shipped food to the 2026 World Cup out of distrust for American cuisine are false. Head chef Aron Espeland says the 580kg of Norwegian salmon, trout, and cheese was brought for dietary consistency and a taste of home — a common practice among elite international squads.
Football -
Tuchel defends Spence screaming incident and rules out FIFA action over Partey snub
Thomas Tuchel has played down his very public dressing-down of Djed Spence during England's 0-0 draw with Ghana, saying he had to shout to be heard. Spence is also unlikely to face FIFA punishment for refusing to shake Thomas Partey's hand before kick-off.
Football -
Cesar Ramos to referee Scotland vs Brazil at the 2026 World Cup — and his history with both sides is complicated
Mexican official Cesar Ramos will take charge of Scotland's Group C decider against Brazil at Miami Stadium. Ramos has previously drawn complaints from both Brazil and Morocco at past World Cups over disputed decisions.
Football -
Ancelotti confirms fit Neymar ready to face Scotland in Brazil's World Cup group finale
Neymar is set to end a near month-long absence from the 2026 FIFA World Cup when Brazil face Scotland on Wednesday at Miami Stadium, with head coach Carlo Ancelotti confirming the forward is fit and available to play.
Football -
Danny Makkelie named referee for Morocco vs Haiti in World Cup 2026 Group C decider
Dutch official Danny Makkelie will take charge of Morocco's crucial World Cup Group C clash against already-eliminated Haiti at Atlanta Stadium, with the Atlas Lions needing a result to secure their place in the knockout round.
Football -
Bettors pile on USMNT for 'meaningless' Türkiye clash despite rotation fears
With the USA already through as Group D winners and Türkiye eliminated, Thursday's World Cup dead-rubber has still drawn record betting volumes — 87% of wagers and 95% of money at Caesars on the hosts, even as Pochettino weighs heavy rotation.
Football
