‘Everyone’ expects Spain to beat us, says Belgium coach
Morocco’s Saibari to miss France World Cup quarter-final
France lose appeal against Olise booking at World Cup

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Henderson rejoins England’s World Cup squad after surgery on broken arm
The injury has ruled the former Liverpool F.C. captain out of the remainder of the World Cup, although he will stay with Thomas Tuchel’s squad in a leadership role.
FIFA probes racist abuse targeting US streamer IShowSpeed
FIFA has launched a probe into alleged racist insults directed at the streamer known as IShowSpeed at last week’s World Cup match between Argentina and Cape Verde.
Photos: Most memorable moments of the 2026 FIFA World Cup so far
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has lived up to every expectation, delivering unforgettable drama, stunning upsets, emotional farewells and moments that will be talked about for years to come.
Swiss party into the night after reaching World Cup quarter-finals
Swiss President Guy Parmelin on Wednesday hailed Switzerland’s “historic” achievement in reaching the football World Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 1954.
Dalic quits after ‘incredible era’ as Croatia coach
Croatia’s most successful football coach, Zlatko Dalic, resigned on Wednesday, ending a tenure that included taking the team to the 2018 World Cup final.
World Cup: Bellingham, Hakimi, Rice among 17 players at risk of suspension
Seventeen players will head into this week’s World Cup quarter-finals knowing that another yellow card will rule them out of a potential semi-final. Players who receive a second booking of the tournament during the last-eight fixtures will serve a one-match suspension, putting their participation in the semi-finals at risk if their teams advance. Among those […]
10 players who could decide the World Cup quarter-finals
With just eight teams remaining in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the quarter-finals are expected to be decided by moments of individual brilliance.
Egypt file complaint against referee after controversial World Cup exit
“Hany Aburida, President of the Egyptian Football Federation, filed a complaint with FIFA, demanding an investigation into the French referee Francois Letexier… after the serious refereeing mistakes committed by the team of referees and double standards, which caused the Egypt team to lose the match and leave the World Cup,” said a statement from the federation.
France v Morocco rematch as World Cup quarter-finals get under way
France begin their final push towards a third World Cup crown on Thursday when they take on Morocco in a blockbuster showdown as a star-studded quarter-final line-up kicks off.
World Cup: 2 countries make quarter final first time in history
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has produced another historic milestone, with Norway and Morocco reaching the quarter-finals for the first time in their history.
2026 World Cup: Why I cried after Argentina defeated Egypt – Messi
Argentina captain Lionel Messi has explained why he broke down in tears after his side secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Egypt to reach the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Victorious Belgian footballers troll Trump with YMCA dance
It is Donald Trump’s signature dance, but triumphant Belgian footballers stole his “Y.M.C.A.” moves after he intervened before the match in which they knocked the United States out of the World Cup.
2026 World Cup: Full list of top scorers after round of 16
The race for the Golden Boot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has taken another twist after the completion of the Round of 16, with Lionel Messi moving back to the top of the scoring charts following Argentina’s dramatic comeback victory over Egypt.
World Cup 2026: Full list of quarter-final fixtures, date and time
The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final fixtures are now complete after Switzerland defeated Colombia 4-3 on penalties following a goalless draw in the final Round of 16 fixture.
Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties to reach World Cup quarter-finals
Switzerland beat Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a goalless draw on Tuesday to set up a quarter-final with defending champions Argentina.

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