Are Argentina being treated favourably at World Cup?

Egypt have alleged bias in favour of Argentina and favouritism towards their star player, Lionel Messi. Is this fair?

A World Cup free agent XI: summer bargains and top targets among clubless players

A goalkeeper with 27.5m Instagram followers and a forward whose future is opaque make our team of players looking for new clubs As late bloomers and cult heroes go, few have made an impact on a World Cup quite like the goalkeeper who first defied Spain’s attackers and, after Cape Verde’s qualification for the knockouts, reduced Lionel Messi to a single goal. Vozinha departed Chaves in Liga Portugal 2 at the end of last season, having previously played in Cyprus, Slovakia and Moldova. With 27....

By John Brewin

Pro-Palestinian Egypt coach loses it at sight of Israeli flag after all-time World Cup collapse

Video captured Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan appearing to mimic a spit toward fans holding an Israeli flag after the Round of 16 collapse.

How Morocco can win the FIFA World Cup 2026 title

Morocco has long dreamed of a World Cup title. Now, the trophy is finally within reach - can they seize the moment?

Kylian Mbappé slams Paraguay senator's racist remarks after World Cup game

French soccer star Kylian Mbappé is embroiled in a scandal over racist remarks made by a Paraguayan senator that the United Nations Human Rights Office has called "dehumanizing" and "despicable" and have led to an investigation by French prosecutors.

Egypt's wrath after World Cup exit: 'The match was rigged'

Egypt were left seething by their narrow and dramatic round-of-16 defeat against Argentina. Coach Hossam Hassan accused the referee of favoring the defending World Cup champions.

'Anything is possible with Messi': Argentina into World Cup quarter-finals

Lionel Messi led a stunning late fightback as Argentina defeated Egypt 3-2 to reach the World Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday, the reigning champions recovering from a two-goal deficit to escape a monumental upset. The win - and Messi's form - has many Argentina fans dreaming that another World Cup could be on its way.

By FRANCE24

I’ve covered Fifa for years – ask me anything on Infantino and this World Cup’s crisis of trust

Chief football writer Miguel Delaney will be answering your questions on the Trump-Balogun row, the future of the World Cup, and whether Fifa's credibility can survive it

By Miguel Delaney

The breakout success of Fox's World Cup marketing: influencers

Fox's "chief World Cup watchers," Kevin Akoto and Austin Franklin, are driving millions of views from inside a cube in Times Square, New York. TIMOTHY A. CLARY / AFP via Getty Images A version of this post appears in the CMO Insider newsletter. Sign up for Business Insider's weekly marketing newsletter. Fox One's World Cup marketing playbook is all about letting the creators do the scoring. The World Cup is a high-stakes moment for Fox One, which has described the tournament as like a "seco...

Barcelona youngster hopes to win over Flick during pre-season after World Cup breakthrough

Just a month ago, Hamza Abdelkarim was largely unknown to most football fans. Today, the Egyptian striker returns from the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a growing reputation. And, heading into the summer, ...

Airline flew him to the wrong city, Canadian FIFA World Cup player says

'Genuinely look for multi-stop redeye flights before flying with them,' Alistair Johnston says

By National Post Staff

Fan spends life savings on World Cup trip for grandfather, then gets money back

A grandson spent his life savings to take his grandfather to the World Cup. They became internet famous while travelling across the USA and Mexico. A crypto casino promised to refund the money if England won their match. Following England's victory, the company honored their word, astonishing the young fan. The pair continues to enjoy their memorable journey together at the tournament.

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David Beckham and U2 Team With Street Child United Charity for Short Film to Air During Final World Cup Games (EXCLUSIVE)

Despite having retired from soccer years ago, David Beckham has noticeably been one of the most visible faces of this World Cup, fronting numerous commercials. That’s not set to change anytime soon, but his next corporate appearance during the tournament is a little different to promoting Lay’s, Home Depot or McDonald’s. “Street of Dreams” is […]

By Alex Ritman

World Cup 2026 controversy: Messi, Trump, and a conspiracy thriller

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Egypt's World Cup heartbreak ends with an 'X' against Argentina. What the gesture means

Once someone makes the X gesture and the referee acknowledges the signal, football's universal anti-discrimination protocol mandates a strict 3-step response.

Miguel Delaney: How a box-office World Cup descended into fury and farce to leave Fifa with a huge problem

The tournament has delivered hugely on the pitch, but the apparent undermining of sporting integrity leaves major questions

By Miguel Delaney

What team do you want to win the World Cup?

World Cup 2026 has reached the quarter-finals and with eight teams left in the game it is still all to play for.

Messi World Cup magic masks familiar penalty frailty

Lionel Messi once retired from international football after blasting a penalty into the American sky to lose a Copa America final 10 years ago. A decade on, Messi’s problems from the spot persist on US soil, but his magic is more than masking that flaw as he continues to lead the Argentina quest for World Cup glory at the age of 39. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner’s latest penalty miss left the world champions staring at a shock exit to Egypt in the last 16 on Tuesday. Either side of seeing...

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Spain's well-oiled machine faces Belgian blast in World Cup quarter-final

Daddy Yankee & Shenseea Score No. 1 on Latin Airplay Chart With ‘Echo (FIFA World Cup 2026)’

The song becomes the second 2026 World Cup song to reach No. 1 on a Billboard ranking.

By Pamela Bustios

Egypt Soccer Fans Seemingly Singled Out by Security at World Cup Game, Stadium Clarifies

Videos circulating around social media claim Egypt fans were singled out for extra security before a FIFA World Cup match in Atlanta ... but reps for the stadium are calling foul. A spokesperson for Mercedes-Benz Arena tells TMZ ... footage showing…

By TMZ Staff

2026 FIFA World Cup: How goalkeepers have become defining heroes

From world-renowned stars proving why they remain among the game's elite to relatively unknown names becoming overnight sensations, goalkeepers have repeatedly stood between triumph and heartbreak, often deciding matches with a single save The post 2026 FIFA World Cup: How goalkeepers have become defining heroes appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Gbemidepo Popoola

The World Cup's hidden runners: Referees keep pace with players and pressure

Why FIFA now treats referees much like players.

World Cup 2026: Switzerland beats Colombia on penalties

The Swiss booked a quarterfinal showdown with Argentina after a goalless draw over 120 minutes La entrada World Cup 2026: Switzerland beats Colombia on penalties se publicó primero en Buenos Aires Herald.

By Fernando Romero Nuñez

FULL LIST: Mbappe overtakes Messi in World Cup power rankings

Kylian Mbappe now leads the FIFA World Cup Power Rankings, surpassing Lionel Messi after the Round of 16. See the full list and how Mbappe dominates. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-mbappe-overtakes-messi-in-world-cup-power-rankings/

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World Cup 2026: 9 coaches lose jobs after elimination [Full List]

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has already brought major changes on the sidelines, with nine national team coaches leaving their positions after their countries were knocked out of the tournament. The post World Cup 2026: 9 coaches lose jobs after elimination [Full List] appeared first on Vanguard News.

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2026 World Cup Group Stages: Has The Expanded Tournament Shown Promise?

After the first round of Group Stages, it’s possible to argue FIFA made the right decision to expand the tournament to 48 teams for 2026. It was a point of discussion for many once the decision was made to expand it from 32 teams, with many wary of the smaller nations that had qualified and […]

By Isaac Agyei

2026 World Cup: Tunisia’s full journey - Foot-Africa.com

2026 World Cup: Tunisia’s full journey  Foot-Africa.com

France lose appeal against Olise booking at World Cup - Ahram Online

France lose appeal against Olise booking at World Cup  Ahram Online

FIFA World Cup 2026 | Which quarterfinal will prove to be most entertaining? - Dailyhunt

FIFA World Cup 2026 | Which quarterfinal will prove to be most entertaining?  Dailyhunt