Friday, June 19, 2026

2026 World Cup

June 19, 2026

Top ten defenders in 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage’s opening fixtures

The FIFA Power Rankings provide a data-driven measure of player performance throughout the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

June 19, 2026

2026 World Cup: Switzerland sweep off Bosnia Herzegovina 4-1 win

Switzerland blew Bosnia-Herzegovina away in the last 20 minutes of the match.

June 16, 2026

Man gathers beer brands in each of 48 countries playing at 2026 World Cup

It is not the first time Mr Gus, who describes himself as the ‘World Cup beers guy,’ has collected beer brands from countries featuring in major football tournaments.

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June 16, 2026

2026 World Cup: Egypt, Belgium share points in 1-1 draw

Salah provided an assist for Emam Ashour’s goal in the 19th minute, before substitute Romelu Lukaku forced Egypt’s Mohamed Hany into an own goal in the 66th minute.

Salah, Lukaku at World Cup
June 13, 2026

Qatar earns first-ever FIFA World Cup point with late draw against Switzerland 

The 2026 World Cup is Qatar’s second appearance after making their debut as hosts of the 2022 tournament.

Qatar’s Maroon One team celebrating late goal against Switzerland
June 11, 2026

2026 FIFA World Cup Fans: The good, the bad and the ugly (Part 5)

Profile of fans of the 16 national teams from the Union of European Football Associations that qualified for the 2026 World Cup.

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June 8, 2026

U.S. blocks Somali referee Omar Artan from entering country for 2026 World Cup

He had travelled on a diplomatic passport issued by Somalia Embassy in Nairobi.

Omar Artan
June 1, 2026

Morocco, Senegal, others headline Africa’s ambitions for World Cup success

Ahead of the 2026 World Cup starting on June 11 in North America, the eyes of the football community may be on Africa to match or surpass Morocco’s feat.

Morocco, Senegal
May 25, 2026

Estadio Akron renamed Estadio Guadalajara for 2026 World Cup fixture

The stadium will host four group stage matches throughout the competition.

Estadio Akron
May 9, 2026

Iran confirms World Cup participation, seeks FIFA’s guarantee over team safety 

The conditions include granting visas and respecting the national team.

Iran football team