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June 21, 2026

Canada’s Ismaël Koné to miss rest of 2026 World Cup after leg surgery

Koné sustained a leg injury during Canada’s Group B match against Qatar on Thursday.

Ismaël Koné
June 21, 2026

Japan humble Tunisia 4-0 in World Cup’s 1000th match

Japan’s Daichi Kamada opened the scoring in the fourth and 31st minutes, while Ayase Ueda made it two before half-time.

June 20, 2026

2026 World Cup: Netherlands wallop Sweden 5-1

The Netherlands now lead group F with four points, one point ahead of second-placed Sweden.

The Netherlands team celebrating
June 20, 2026

Cape Verde sensational goalkeeper Vozinha’s mum arrives in U.S. ahead of Uruguay clash

Ms Evora was granted a visa on Thursday. She arrived at the Miami International Airport on Friday evening, and welcomed by members of ‌staff ⁠wearing FIFA accreditation.

June 20, 2026

World Cup 2026: Six things to know about U.S. player Folarin Balogun

The ex-Arsenal player played for England across various youth levels as well as for the U.S. U-18 team.

Folarin Balogun
June 20, 2026

Morocco’s Saibari scores fastest 2026 World Cup goal to defeat Scotland

Saibari’s goal made it Morocco’s fastest ever goal at a World Cup, and the second-fastest by an African nation in the tournament’s history.

Ismael Saibari
June 20, 2026

2026 World Cup: USA beat Australia 2-0, advance to round of 32; Turkey lose to Paraguay in Group D

The U.S. opened scoring with an own goal by Australia’s Cameron Burgess in the 11th minute, before Alex Freeman, made it two in the 43rd minute.

U.S. World Cup team.
June 20, 2026

Commonwealth Games: AFN unveils timetable for trials

Mr Kumoye expressed confidence that the trials would produce quality performances from Nigerian athletes.

Commonwealth Games