Co-host nation Canada blitzed Qatar in a 6-0 demolition at the FIFA 2026 World Cup.
Lionel Messi scored a mesmerising hat-trick as defending champions Argentina opened their Group J 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a 3-0 win over Algeria.
Switzerland blew Bosnia-Herzegovina away in the last 20 minutes of the match.
South Africa played to a 1-1 draw against Czechia on Thursday, securing a point in their Group A second game at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, in the U.S.
The Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) confirmed the development in a statement on Thursday.
Speaking after the match, England coach, Thomas Tuchel said, “I think we showed a bit of nerves.”
The fans were flown on planes chartered by Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and are reportedly being housed in high-end hotels including the Fairmont and the JW Marriott Parq.
After the match, 73-year-old Queiroz said, “With the football we played today, we can count on Ghana to do something.”
COAS Spikers Men’s Volleyball Club on Wednesday defeated Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps 3-0 in the ongoing 2026 National Premier Volleyball League in Abuja.
Kwara United Queens FC will resume camping activities on June 26 as part of preparations for their maiden appearance in the Nigeria Women’s Football League.
