Cristiano Ronaldo makes World Cup history as England are held by Ghana
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first footballer to score at six World Cups with a brace against Uzbekistan, while England were frustrated in a goalless draw with Ghana.
Semenyo Prepares to Face England After Journey From Non-League Reject to World Cup
Bournemouth striker Antoine Semenyo will represent Ghana against England at the World Cup, completing a remarkable rise from rejected academy hopeful to international football.
Gilmour throws first pitch as Tartan Army packs Miami Marlins stadium
Injured Scotland midfielder Billy Gilmour threw the ceremonial first pitch at a Miami Marlins game as over 20,000 fans, including thousands of travelling supporters, filled LoanDepot Park ahead of Wednesday’s World Cup decider against Brazil.
Norway and Senegal confirm unchanged lineups for crucial Group I clash
Both managers opt for continuity as Senegal look to bounce back from their opening defeat to France while Norway aim to build on a winning start against Iraq.
Messi breaks World Cup scoring record as Argentina defeat Austria
Lionel Messi became the tournament’s all-time leading scorer with his 17th and 18th goals in a 2-0 victory over Austria, securing Argentina’s place in the last 32.
Tuchel Implements System-First Approach as England Defeat Croatia 4-2
Thomas Tuchel’s England began their World Cup campaign with a 4-2 victory over Croatia, implementing a system-first approach that saw Phil Foden, Cole Palmer and Trent Alexander-Arnold omitted from the squad.
Neuer to Break World Cup Goalkeeper Appearance Record Against Côte d’Ivoire
Germany captain Manuel Neuer will make history in the World Cup clash with Côte d’Ivoire. The 40-year-old is set to win his 21st tournament cap, breaking Hugo Lloris’s record for goalkeepers.
Quiñones strikes for Mexico less than two years after racist abuse
Julián Quiñones scored Mexico’s opening 2026 World Cup goal less than two years after suffering racist abuse from fans. The Colombian-born striker has become a symbol of changing attitudes towards race in Mexican football.
Madueke stakes claim as England defeat Croatia in World Cup opener
Noni Madueke has transformed from petition target to key player, starting in England’s 4-2 victory over Croatia and winning the penalty for Harry Kane’s opener.
Doku Plans World Cup Exit for Childbirth After TV Presenter Criticism
Manchester City winger Jeremy Doku intends to leave Belgium’s World Cup squad to attend the birth of his first child in July, drawing support from fellow professionals after a French TV presenter called the idea ‘completely useless’.