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Results, analysis, interviews, and major sports events in Benin and around the world. This section covers all the latest sports news, from local fields to international arenas.
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World Cup 2026: Paraguay and France Level at Halftime (0-0)
Paraguay and France were locked at 0-0 at halftime in their 2026 World Cup match, with little to separate the sides statistically. -
World Cup 2026: Paraguay set up defensively against Mbappé-led France
Paraguay line up in a defensive 5-4-1 against a Mbappé-led France side in a 4-2-3-1 for their 2026 World Cup round-of-16 clash in Philadelphia. -
World Cup 2026: Tactical clash between Paraguay’s 5-4-1 and France’s 4-2-3-1 in the round of 16
Paraguay’s compact 5-4-1 faces France’s attacking 4-2-3-1 at Lincoln Financial Field in a FIFA World Cup 2026 round-of-16 tie on July 4, 2026. -
World Cup 2026: Morocco cruise past Canada in last 16
Morocco beat Canada 3-0 at NRG Stadium in Houston to reach the next round of the 2026 World Cup, with Azzedine Ounahi scoring twice and Soufiane Rahimi adding a stoppage-time goal. -
CAN 2028, 2032 and 2036: CAF officially launches the call for applications
The African Football Confederation has officially launched the call for applications to host the Africa Cups of Nations in 2028, 2032, and 2036. The 54 member federations are now invited to submit their bids as part of a process overseen… -
World Cup 2026: Zlatan Ibrahimović believes that Croatia was “robbed” against Portugal.
The elimination of Croatia against Portugal (2-1) continues to spark a lot of discussion. Consultant for Fox Sports, Zlatan Ibrahimović harshly criticized the VAR’s decision to disallow the equalizing goal from the Croatians, claiming that the checkered team was “robbed.”… -
World Cup 2026: Canada and Morocco Level at Halftime (0-0)
Canada and Morocco are level 0-0 at halftime in their 2026 World Cup match, with Canada leading the shot count in a tight first half. -
Germany: Jürgen Klopp says he is ready to succeed Julian Nagelsmann
Jürgen Klopp has broken his silence regarding his future and is no longer shutting the door on the German national team. The former Liverpool coach said he is ready to succeed Julian Nagelsmann, whose departure came after the Mannschaft was… -
Women’s U17 World Cup 2026 (Q): the Amazons lose to Nigeria but keep hope alive
Beaten 3-2 by the Flamingos in Ikenne during the first leg of the third round of qualifiers, the U17 Amazons from Benin delivered a courageous performance. Thanks to their ability to respond to Nigerian attacks, they still have a chance… -
World Cup 2026: Canada’s 4-4-2 Meets Morocco’s 4-2-3-1 at NRG Stadium
Canada and Morocco face off at NRG Stadium in Houston on July 4, 2026, with Jesse Marsch's 4-4-2 set against Mohamed Ouahbi's 4-2-3-1 in the World Cup round of 16. -
World Cup 2026: Canada and Morocco meet in last 16 at NRG Stadium
Canada and Morocco face off at NRG Stadium on July 4, 2026, in a decisive FIFA World Cup 2026 round-of-16 match for a place in the quarter-finals. -
World Cup 2026: the top scorers ranking before the round of 16
With just a few hours to go before the start of the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, Lionel Messi still leads the scoring chart with seven goals. The Argentine captain is ahead of Kylian Mbappé, while several… -
World Cup 2026: Asamoah Gyan tears into the Black Stars after Ghana’s elimination
Former Ghanaian international Asamoah Gyan expressed his disappointment after Ghana’s elimination from the 2026 World Cup, pointing to the lack of intensity shown by the Black Stars. Defeated 1-0 by Colombia in their round of 16 match on Saturday morning,… -
World Cup 2026: Messi, even more a part of the legend of the World Cup
At 39 years old, Lionel Messi continues to break records. Scoring in Argentina’s victory against Cape Verde (3-2) in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, the captain of the Albiceleste has become the first player to score… -
“These guys are heroes,” Zlatan Ibrahimovic praises the players from Cape Verde.
Pushed to their limits by Cape Verde, the Argentinian world champions had to work hard to secure their qualification (3-2). Despite the elimination, the Blue Sharks leave with honors and praise from numerous football figures. Cape Verde’s journey ended in… -
World Cup 2026: the complete schedule of the Round of 16
With victories for Argentina against Cape Verde (3-2) and Colombia against Ghana (1-0), we now know the 16 teams qualified for the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup. The knockout stage bracket for the 2026 World Cup is now… -
World Cup 2026: Colombia knock out Ghana in the round of 32 thanks to Jhon Arias goal
Colombia beat Ghana 1-0 at Kansas City Stadium on July 4, 2026, as Jhon Arias' 14th-minute goal sent them into the World Cup round of 16. -
World Cup 2026: Colombia lead Ghana at half-time (1-0)
Colombia lead Ghana 1-0 at half-time in their 2026 World Cup round-of-16 match at Kansas City Stadium thanks to Jhon Arias’ 14th-minute goal. -
World Cup 2026: Colombia in 4-3-3 with James Rodríguez against Carlos Queiroz’s Ghana in 4-1-4-1
Colombia face Ghana in the 2026 World Cup round of 32 on July 4, 2026 at Kansas City Stadium, with Nestor Lorenzo choosing a 4-3-3 and Carlos Queiroz setting up in a 4-1-4-1. -
World Cup 2026: Argentina eliminate Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time in round of 32
Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami to reach the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals. -
World Cup 2026: Colombia and Ghana meet in the round of 32 at Kansas City Stadium
Colombia face Ghana at Kansas City Stadium on July 4, 2026, in a World Cup round-of-32 match with Clément Turpin set to referee. -
World Cup 2026: Argentina lead Cape Verde at halftime (1-0)
Argentina lead Cape Verde 1-0 at halftime in Miami thanks to a 29th-minute Lionel Messi goal assisted by Lisandro Martínez. -
World Cup 2026: Argentina and Cape Verde Starting Lineups
Argentina and Cape Verde have confirmed their starting lineups for their 2026 World Cup round-of-32 match at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. -
World Cup 2026: Scaloni’s Argentina face Cape Verde in round of 16 in Miami
Argentina face Cape Verde at Miami Stadium on July 3, 2026, in a World Cup round-of-16 clash between the reigning champions and tournament debutants. -
World Cup 2026: Egypt Knock Australia Out on Penalties After 1-1 Draw
Egypt beat Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Dallas to reach the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time. -
World Cup 2026: Egypt lead Australia at half-time (1-0)
Egypt lead Australia 1-0 at half-time in their World Cup 2026 round-of-16 match at Dallas Stadium after Emam Ashour’s 13th-minute goal. -
World Cup 2026: Australia in 3-4-2-1 against Egypt’s 4-2-3-1 as Salah starts
Australia face Egypt in the 2026 World Cup round of 16 at Dallas Stadium, with Tony Popovic's side in a 3-4-2-1 and Mohamed Salah starting for Hossam Hassan's 4-2-3-1 lineup. -
World Cup 2026: Australia and Egypt meet in the round of 32 at Dallas Stadium
Australia and Egypt meet at Dallas Stadium on July 3, 2026, in a World Cup knockout match for a place in the quarter-finals. -
“We have no fear,” the president of Cape Verde believes in the feat against Argentina.
Just a few hours before the round of 16 match against Argentina, Cape Verde’s president José Maria Neves expressed total confidence in the Blue Sharks. Convincing that his team can compete with the world champions, he calls on his players… -
World Cup 2026: Cristiano Ronaldo sees Portugal beating Spain
With just a few days to go before the clash between Spain and Portugal in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo is showing his confidence. The Portuguese captain believes that the Seleção has the tools…
