World Cup 2026

O'Reilly eyes World Cup tattoo as England left-back targets glory in New York

Nico O'Reilly says he will mark a potential England World Cup triumph with a new tattoo, having already started the tournament as a key figure under Thomas Tuchel with a start in the 4-2 win over Croatia.

Messi surpasses Klose to become the outright top scorer in World Cup history

Lionel Messi broke Miroslav Klose's all-time World Cup scoring record of 16 goals by netting his 17th at the tournament, finding the net against Austria after squandering an earlier penalty.

Martinez stands firm on Ronaldo as Portugal seek redemption against Uzbekistan

Roberto Martinez has dismissed mounting pressure to drop Cristiano Ronaldo and will start the 40-year-old against Uzbekistan in Houston, despite a poor opening draw with DR Congo that has exposed deep tensions inside the Portugal camp.

Messi misses glaring penalty and lets historic record slip away against Austria

Already a hat-trick scorer against Algeria, Lionel Messi missed an undeniable penalty early in Argentina's match against Austria at the 2026 World Cup. The miss delays his bid to break the all-time World Cup goal-scoring record.

Conceicao urges Portugal to match Ronaldo's hunger as World Cup campaign falters after DR Congo draw

Francisco Conceicao has called on Portugal's younger players to surpass Cristiano Ronaldo's drive and dedication after a frustrating 1-1 draw with DR Congo left their World Cup campaign in need of a response against Uzbekistan in Houston on Tuesday.

Partey breaks silence on Canada visa ban and eyes reunion with Saka and Rice at World Cup

Thomas Partey has spoken publicly for the first time since being denied entry to Canada for Ghana's World Cup opener, confirming he is available for Tuesday's Group L clash with England in Boston.

Salah lifted aloft on Vancouver streets as Egypt end 92-year wait for World Cup win

Mohamed Salah scored and was hoisted onto a team-mate's shoulders in wild street celebrations after Egypt beat New Zealand 3-1 in Vancouver — the Pharaohs' first World Cup victory in their 92-year history.

Serbian consultant Bogdanovic makes racist remarks on air about Black players

Following Belgium's 0-0 draw with Iran at the 2026 World Cup, former Yugoslav striker Rade Bogdanovic claimed on a Serbian television channel that Black players "lack concentration" beyond 60 to 80 minutes of play, doubling down on his comments despite contradictions from the studio panel.

Schlotterbeck ruled out of World Cup with ankle injury, clouding Liverpool's transfer plans

Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck has been ruled out of the remainder of the World Cup after sustaining an ankle injury in Germany's 2-1 win over the Ivory Coast. The 26-year-old, who scored in the 7-1 rout of Curacao, had been linked with a move to Liverpool.

DR Congo's living-statue fan Mboladinga reaches Mexico after Ebola travel delays

Michel Kuka Mboladinga, the DR Congo super-fan who stands motionless dressed as assassinated Prime Minister Patrice Lumumba, has arrived in Mexico in time to support his country against Colombia in Guadalajara on Tuesday.

Salah's Egypt barred from Seattle stay after historic first World Cup win

Egypt's Football Association confirmed their squad was refused permission to remain in Seattle following a 3-1 victory over New Zealand — the country's first-ever World Cup win — forcing the team to return to their Spokane base ahead of a Group G clash with Iran.

Egyptian referee Amin Omar appointed to oversee Argentina vs Austria at World Cup 2026

Egyptian official Amin Omar will take charge of Argentina's World Cup group-stage clash against Austria, with both sides knowing a win guarantees a place in the knockout rounds.

Partey breaks silence on World Cup visa ban as Ghana prepare to face England

Thomas Partey has spoken for the first time since a Canadian court refused to overturn his visa denial, calling the absence from Ghana's opening World Cup fixture against Panama 'just part of football' as he prepares to face England.

Five results that would send Scotland into the World Cup last 32 even with a Brazil defeat

Scotland can still reach the World Cup knockout stages despite losing to Brazil if results elsewhere go their way. Steve Clarke's side need four other third-placed teams to finish on fewer than three points to advance.

Doku, his child's birth and the World Cup: what we actually know

At the heart of a controversy triggered by comments from journalist France Pierron, the question of whether Jérémy Doku will leave Belgium during the World Cup to attend his wife's delivery remains unanswered.

UK government moves to shield World Cup highlights from online paywall

Neil El Aynaoui's father opens door to Barcelona move for son under Roma contract

Younes El Aynaoui, father of Morocco international Neil El Aynaoui, has stated that his son, currently tied to AS Roma until 2030, would be "the happiest man in the world" if he ever played for FC Barcelona, the club where he grew up.

Saka, Eze and Reece James shaped by grassroots coaches who reunite as England chase World Cup glory

The youth coaches behind Bukayo Saka, Eberechi Eze and Reece James gathered in Wimbledon to reflect on their former players' journeys to the England squad, highlighting the role grassroots coaching plays in developing elite talent.

Mahrez back in starting XI, Amoura sidelined: Algeria revamped for Jordan clash

After a 3-0 drubbing by Argentina, Algeria must respond on Tuesday against Jordan at Levi's Stadium. Coach Petkovic is expected to recall Mahrez to the starting lineup and drop Boudaoui and Belghali, while Amoura is ruled out through injury.

World Cup 2026: M6 attracts 4.4 million viewers for Belgium-Iran despite 0-0 draw

Broadcaster of 54 matches at the 2026 World Cup, M6 is holding its own despite a packed schedule. The Belgium-Iran draw drew 4.4 million viewers on Sunday evening, double the competing films on TF1 and France 2.