Schlotterbeck Ruled Out of World Cup with Ankle Ligament Tear
Germany defender Nico Schlotterbeck will miss the remainder of the World Cup after suffering a medial ligament injury in his left ankle during the victory over Côte d’Ivoire.
Mbappé Open to MLS Move as Beckham Courts France Captain
Kylian Mbappé has revealed he is open to joining Major League Soccer later in his career, with David Beckham among those encouraging a move to the United States. The France captain dismissed suggestions he is planning to become a coach after retiring from playing.
Cape Verde claim historic point against Uruguay in World Cup thriller
Kevin Lenini’s free-kick and Helio Varela’s late strike earned Cape Verde a dramatic 2-2 draw against Uruguay, keeping their World Cup knockout hopes alive.
Vargas World Cup debut reinforces Atletico faith in Mexican midfielder
Obed Vargas impressed during his World Cup debut for Mexico against South Korea, reinforcing Atletico Madrid’s confidence in the midfielder they signed from Seattle Sounders earlier this year.
USA, Germany and Mexico Clinch World Cup Knockout Spots
The United States, Germany and Mexico have secured their places in the World Cup Round of 32, while debutants Cape Verde and Curaçao celebrated historic first points.
Cape Verde Stun Uruguay in Dramatic Draw to Keep World Cup Knockout Hopes Alive
Cape Verde continue their remarkable FIFA World Cup 2026 journey after Helio Varela’s goal secured a 2-2 draw against Marcelo Bielsa’s Uruguay in Miami.
Mbappé Chases Golden Boot Glory and 100th Cap as France Target Iraq Victory
Kylian Mbappé prepares to win his 100th cap for France as he battles Lionel Messi for the World Cup Golden Boot, while defending teammate Ousmane Dembélé ahead of the Iraq clash.
Club Super-Coaches Invade World Cup Stage as Tuchel, Ancelotti and Pochettino Take National Reins
Top European tacticians are swapping club dugouts for international benches as England, Brazil and the USA appoint elite managers, sparking debate over whether Champions League pedigree trumps traditional international experience.
Ueda Brace Inspires Japan to Crush Tunisia in Historic 1,000th World Cup Clash
Japan swept aside Tunisia 4-0 in the landmark 1,000th FIFA World Cup match, with Ayase Ueda scoring twice to seal the North Africans’ fate and pile pressure on new manager Hervé Renard.
Spain Look to Heal World Cup ‘Sting’ Against Saudi Arabia After Cape Verde Frustration
Spain’s players are determined to prove critics wrong when they face Saudi Arabia in Atlanta, following a frustrating goalless draw against Cape Verde in their World Cup opener.