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World Cup 2026: the official line-ups of Argentina – Egypt
Argentina and Egypt are vying for a place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup this Tuesday. Both coaches have revealed their starting elevens for this match, which will be held in Atlanta. Argentina faces Egypt this Tuesday in… -
World Cup 2026: Messi’s Argentina face Egypt at Atlanta stadium in round of 16
Argentina meet Egypt at the Atlanta stadium on July 7, 2026, in a World Cup round-of-16 clash between the defending champions and an ambitious Egyptian side. -
Portugal: at 41 years old, Cristiano Ronaldo does not plan to take his international retirement.
Eliminated with Portugal in the round of 16 against Spain (0-1), Cristiano Ronaldo acknowledged that the 2026 World Cup was likely his last. At 41 years old, the captain of the Seleção remains undecided about the future of his international… -
“I’m the best,” Wizkid reignites his rivalry with Burna Boy.
The rivalry between Wizkid and Burna Boy has taken a fresh turn following a notable statement from the Starboy singer during Afro Nation Portugal. By mentioning his position as the last artist to take the stage, Wizkid reignited the debate… -
“‘He walked like a grandfather,’ Chris Sutton criticizes Ronaldo after Portugal’s elimination.”
The former England international Chris Sutton has heavily criticized Cristiano Ronaldo following Portugal’s elimination against Spain (1-0) in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. A consultant for the BBC, he believes that the Portuguese captain bears a… -
2026 World Cup: Roberto Martinez, Carlos Queiroz, already eight coaches have left their positions
The 2026 World Cup continues to cause a real game of musical chairs on the sidelines. After Portugal’s elimination against Spain, Roberto Martínez became the eighth coach to leave his position since the start of the tournament. The 2026 World… -
“Spain has left Ronaldo in the street,” the Spanish press mocks CR7.
Portugal’s elimination in the round of 16 against Spain did not spare Cristiano Ronaldo. Although the Portuguese captain exits the World Cup as his team’s top scorer, the Spanish press believes that his influence on the game has significantly diminished.… -
World Cup 2026: Belgium rout the United States 4-1 in the round of 16
Belgium beat the United States 4-1 at Lumen Field in Seattle to reach the next stage of the 2026 World Cup, led by two goals and an assist from Charles De Ketelaere. -
World Cup 2026: Belgium lead United States at halftime (2-1)
Belgium lead the United States 2-1 at halftime in their 2026 World Cup round-of-16 match at Lumen Field, with Charles De Ketelaere scoring twice. -
World Cup 2026: United States line up in a 4-3-3 with Pulišić against Belgium’s 4-2-3-1
The United States and Belgium meet in the 2026 World Cup round of 16 at Lumen Field, with Mauricio Pochettino’s 4-3-3 facing Rudi Garcia’s 4-2-3-1. -
World Cup 2026: United States and Belgium meet in round of 16 in Seattle
The United States and Belgium face off at Lumen Field in Seattle on July 7, 2026, with a 2026 World Cup quarter-final place against Portugal or Spain at stake. -
World Cup 2026: Spain eliminate Portugal 1-0 in the round of 16
Spain beat Portugal 1-0 at Dallas Stadium on July 6 to reach the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals, with Mikel Merino scoring the decisive goal in the 90+1st minute. -
World Cup 2026: Portugal and Spain deadlocked at half-time (0-0)
Portugal and Spain reached half-time level at 0-0 in their World Cup 2026 round-of-16 clash at Dallas Stadium after a tight, balanced first half. -
World Cup 2026: the official line-ups of Portugal – Spain
The Iberian clash of the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup promises a high-level show. This Monday, Portugal and Spain meet at the AT&T Stadium in Dallas with their best available players. The official lineups for both teams… -
World Cup 2026: Ronaldo and Oyarzabal start Portugal-Spain round-of-16 clash in Dallas
Portugal meet Spain at Dallas Stadium on July 6, 2026 in a high-stakes FIFA World Cup round-of-16 clash featuring Cristiano Ronaldo and Mikel Oyarzabal. -
2026 World Cup: injured without having played a single minute, Jordan Henderson ruled out for the remainder of the tournament.
England’s qualification for the quarter-finals has been overshadowed by the injury of Jordan Henderson. Victim of a heavy fall during the celebrations with fans, the English midfielder will need surgery and will not play again in this World Cup. England… -
Brazil: Ronaldo Nazario massacres Carlo Ancelotti
Brazil’s elimination against Norway (2-1) in the Round of 16 continues to spark numerous reactions. Among them is Ronaldo Nazário’s, who has been particularly critical of Carlo Ancelotti’s tactical choices. Brazil exited the 2026 World Cup prematurely after its defeat… -
“A colonized, arrogant, and ugly Cameroonian who pretends to be French,” a Paraguayan senator tears down Mbappé.
The elimination of Paraguay against France (1-0) in the round of 16 continues to provoke strong tensions in the country, marked by a controversy stemming from excessive remarks made by an elected official against Kylian Mbappé. The defeat of Paraguay… -
Spain – Portugal: Cristiano Ronaldo, the number 1 danger identified by La Roja
On the eve of the clash against Portugal, the Spanish players have issued multiple warnings about Cristiano Ronaldo. Despite his age, the Portuguese striker is still seen as a constant threat in the box, where his ability to change a… -
Official: Carlos Queiroz is no longer the coach of Ghana.
Carlos Queiroz has officially stepped down as the coach of Ghana after the Black Stars were eliminated in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup against Colombia (1-0). The Portuguese coach, who was brought in for a four-month… -
World Cup 2026: FIFA’s decision on Folarin Balogun is controversial
The FIFA decision to make Folarin Balogun available despite an initial red card continues to spark intense controversy at the 2026 World Cup. Norwegian coach Ståle Solbakken has harshly criticized a choice he deems “incomprehensible” on the eve of the… -
World Cup 2026: Neymar announces his international retirement after Brazil’s elimination.
Neymar’s adventure with the Brazilian national team came to an end on Sunday night after the Seleção was eliminated by Norway (2-1) in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. Very emotional, the 34-year-old forward announced his international… -
England: without playing a single minute, Jordan Henderson gets seriously injured while celebrating qualification.
Qualified after a spectacular match against Mexico (3-2), England nonetheless experienced a bitter end to the evening. Jordan Henderson seriously injured his wrist during the celebrations and could miss the rest of the competition. England’s qualification for the quarter-finals of… -
World Cup 2026: Mexico in 4-3-3 against England and their 4-2-3-1 at Estadio Banorte
Mexico face England in a World Cup 2026 round-of-16 match at Estadio Banorte, with Javier Aguirre's 4-3-3 up against Thomas Tuchel's 4-2-3-1. -
World Cup 2026: Mexico and England meet in high-stakes round-of-16 clash
Mexico face England at the Azteca Stadium on July 6, 2026, in a high-stakes World Cup round-of-16 match for a place in the quarter-finals. -
World Cup 2026: Norway eliminate Brazil 2-1 in the round of 16
Norway stunned Brazil 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup round of 16 at MetLife Stadium, with Erling Haaland scoring a late brace to send Stale Solbakken’s side into the quarter-finals. -
World Cup 2026: Brazil and Norway level at halftime (0-0)
Brazil and Norway are level 0-0 at halftime in their 2026 World Cup round-of-16 match at MetLife Stadium after an early Norwegian goal was ruled out. -
World Cup 2026: Brazil and Norway starting lineups
Brazil and Norway have announced their starting lineups for their 2026 World Cup round-of-16 match at MetLife Stadium on July 5, 2026. -
World Cup 2026: Brazil in a 4-4-2 against Norway with Haaland leading the attack
Brazil face unbeaten Norway and Erling Haaland at MetLife Stadium in the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16, with Carlo Ancelotti opting for a 4-4-2 setup. -
World Cup 2026: France beat Paraguay 1-0 to reach quarter-finals
Kylian Mbappé’s 70th-minute goal gave France a 1-0 win over Paraguay at Lincoln Financial Field and sent Les Bleus into the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals.
