2,500 passes since Spain's last World Cup goal - key stats as Cape Verde earn point

Veteran goalkeeper Vozinha stars and Spain reach 2,500 passes since their last World Cup goal - the key stats as debutants Cape Verde secure a memorable point in Atlanta.

‘We’ve Arrived!’: Cape Verde Fans Exult in World Cup Draw With Spain

Cape Verde, a tiny island nation off the West African coast, is among the smallest countries to ever qualify for the World Cup. Fans marveled that it held the line against a tournament favorite.

By Rick Rojas

Iran v New Zealand: World Cup 2026 – live

⚽️ Kick-off time: 6pm local/11am AEST/2am BST/9pm EDT ⚽️ Player guide | Bracketology | Wallchart | Mail Martin Hello and welcome to live coverage of the World Cup match between Iran and New Zealand at Los Angeles Stadium. This is one of the most highly anticipated games of the group stage even while featuring two sides that have never reached the knockouts at the tournament. The conflict between Iran and the US-Israel has dominated the buildup to the game – and much of the tournament – with u...

By Martin Pegan

How much of an economic boom is the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the U.S. hosting cities?

The FIFA World Cup is thought to bring an economic windfall to the cities and regions where games will be played during four weeks this summer. How true is that?

By Dylan Duke

Seattle police set up pathetic Designated Protest Zone outside Lumen Field for World Cup

Seattle's designated protest zones at the World Cup debut were largely ignored by demonstrators, quickly becoming a viral punchline on social media.

Egypt draw 1–1 with Belgium at World Cup group-stage game

Emam Ashour's first international goal gave Egypt the lead before veteran Romelu Lukaku forced an own goal to equalise.

Ghana takes Thomas Partey's World Cup entry fight with Canada to Federal Court

A Federal Court judge is scheduled to hear an injunction application Tuesday from Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey, whose bid to enter Canada for the World Cup was denied over rape and sexual assault charges in England.

People in China are watching the World Cup differently this time

A 12-hour-plus time difference and various streaming options are influencing how people in China watch the World Cup.

Iranian American protesters gather as football team prepare for World Cup opener

Iranian Americans streamed into the Los Angeles stadium where Iran play their first match at the 2026 World Cup on Monday, with some calling for Iranians to band together and forget politics while others bore symbols protesting the government. The team arrived at the stadium, having flown into the US on Sunday from their training base in Tijuana, ‌Mexico, touching down in Los Angeles just as a deal was announced to end the US-Iran war. They are set to play New Zealand in Group G at 6pm local...

By Reuters

Meet Merlin the duck, a Mexico City streetside regular turned World Cup mascot (cloned) (cloned)

Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez may have scored for Mexico, but Merlin the duck stole the show

By Nayara Batschke

Iran football fans creatively sidestep FIFA’s ban on pre-revolutionary flag at World Cup

Iran’s World Cup opener against New Zealand carried a political edge before kickoff, and some supporters found a creative way to make their point inside the stadium. The dispute centered on Iran’s pre-revolutionary Lion and Sun flag, a symbol used by many in the Iranian diaspora and opposed by the current Islamic Republic.

From Watch Parties With USWNT Players to Los Angeles Food Tours, Airbnb Hosts World Cup Community Events Across the Country

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially underway, and with it comes a wave of events cropping up around the U.S. as one of three host countries. Airbnb is capitalizing on the excitement with a lineup of watch parties, fan meet-ups and food tours through the month of June. Starting June 12, Los Angeles’s Grand […]

By Arushi Jacob

FIFA’s ban on Iran’s pre-revolutionary flag at World Cup match defied

Ludacris Teases New ‘Fast & Furious’ Movie During Kevin Hart-Hosted World Cup Event

The stars helped kick off the Michelob ULTRA Pitchside Club at the Santa Monica Pier as part of festivities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

By Ryan Gajewski

Frederik Oldenburg Makes ‘Love Island USA’ Debut To Host Challenge Tied To Telemundo & Peacock’s World Cup Coverage

Frederik Oldenburg made an appearance on Love Island USA Season 8 on Sunday night’s episode to host a game tied to the 2026 World Cup. The dating series streams on Peacock, home of the FIFA soccer tournament in Spanish via Telemundo. Oldenburg is one of Telemundo Deportes’ broadcasters and is no stranger to narrating reality […]

By Armando Tinoco

Iranian Americans plan protests as soccer team prepare for their World Cup opener

Iran's participation in the tournament has been beset by controversy against the backdrop of the war, which began in February when the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran.

Tallaght’s Priory Market turns into sea of blue, white and red for ‘Pico Party’ World Cup screening

Shamrock Rovers’ very own Roberto “Pico” Lopes is the only Irish‑born player in the competition, representing Cape Verde through his father Carlos

By Sarah O'Mahony

Spain held 0-0 by World Cup debutants Cape Verde

European champions Spain were held to a shock 0-0 draw by tiny World Cup debutants Cape Verde on Monday. Regarded as one of the strong pre-tournament favourites, Spain had been expected to cruise past Cape Verde in their Group H opener in Atlanta. But despite enjoying 74 per cent possession and laying siege to the Cape Verde goal, the 2010 world champions were unable to find a breakthrough against the underdogs from the volcanic archipelago of just 525,000 people, who are ranked as 2000-1 out...

By none@none.com (AFP)

'Top-quality' Egypt not at World Cup to make up the numbers, coach says

Belgium force own goal to complete rally and earn World Cup draw with Egypt

Emam Ashour gave Egypt the lead but it was cancelled out by an own goal from Mohamed Hany.

Fans Vote for BTS as Artist They’re Most Excited to See Perform at 2026 FIFA World Cup

LISA of BLACKPINK came in second place.

By Hannah Dailey

World Cup teams blast UEFA chief

A group of 13 World Cup teams complained about uninteresting matches

By AFP

World Cup: Egypt, Cape Verde keep Africa’s momentum going

South Africa and Tunisia remain the only African teams to have suffered defeats at the ongoing World Cup in North America The post World Cup: Egypt, Cape Verde keep Africa’s momentum going appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Tunde Eludini

Favorites Spain kick off World Cup with surprising Cape Verde draw

Debutants Cape Verde made a shocker opener at the 2026 FIFA World Cup by holding European champions Spain to a goalless draw on Monday. Despite overwhelming possession, Spain coul...

Ashlyn Harris Shares Her Winning Advice for World Cup 2026 Athletes

Ashlyn Harris knows her way around a World Cup victory.  And that’s why the two-time FIFA Women’s World Cup champion had the best advice for the U.S. men’s soccer team—who defeated Paraguay 4-1 in...

By Sasha Wayman,Brahmjot Kaur

New Jersey Notebook: No World Cup advertisement at New York airport

You would be forgiven for thinking no World Cup was taking place in the country.

Belgium fight back to draw with Egypt in World Cup group game

Belgium and Egypt played to a 1-1 draw in their World Cup group stage opener. Romelu Lukaku’s presence forced an own goal, spoiling Mohamed Salah’s birthda Read More: https://punchng.com/belgium-fight-back-to-draw-with-egypt-in-world-cup-group-game/

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Your guide to the lineup of World Cup concerts in Guadalajara

Maná, Alejandro Fernández and Plácido Domingo all announced concerts in Guadalajara over the next two weeks as World Cup fever heats up across the country. The post Your guide to the lineup of World Cup concerts in Guadalajara appeared first on Mexico News Daily

By MND Staff

AFCON drama is behind us, says Senegal coach ahead of World Cup opener

It is almost exactly five months since January's Cup of Nations final in Rabat, in which Senegal beat Morocco 1-0 after extra time. The post AFCON drama is behind us, says Senegal coach ahead of World Cup opener appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

Accra Brewery PLC kicks off ‘Cheers to Bars’ with World Cup viewing experience

Accra Brewery PLC hosted “Cheers to Bars” at Nguni Bar & Grill, a campaign that celebrates the vital role bars and pubs play in bringing people together, supporting local businesses, and contributing to economic growth. Leveraging the excitement of the FIFA World Cup, the campaign creates memorable and responsible social experiences through viewing parties hosted […]

By Kenneth Darko