Neville and Wright hail “outstanding” Nmecha as Manchester United circle
Germany midfielder Felix Nmecha has earned glowing praise from Gary Neville and Ian Wright amid reports linking the Borussia Dortmund star with Manchester United.
FIFA World Cup
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.
Salah inspires Egypt to historic first World Cup win over New Zealand
Mohamed Salah became Egypt’s record World Cup scorer as the Pharaohs secured their maiden victory at the tournament with a 3-1 comeback win against New Zealand in Group G.
Belgium cling to World Cup draw with Iran after Ngoy dismissal
Belgium finished with ten men following Ngoy’s 66th-minute red card as Iran were denied by VAR in a tense Group G stalemate that leaves both sides level on two points.
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.
Iraq’s World Cup Defensive Unit Blends Century-Old Experience with Rising Talent
Iraq return to the FIFA World Cup after a 40-year absence with a squad combining veteran goalkeeper Jalal Hassan’s century of caps and emerging defenders who secured qualification in Monterrey.
France beat Iraq 3-0 after storm delay as Mbappe marks century with brace
Kylian Mbappe marked his 100th international appearance with two goals as France defeated Iraq 3-0 after a two-hour storm delay in Philadelphia, securing their place in the World Cup round of 32.
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.
Tuchel’s Half-Time Blast Ignites England’s 4-2 World Cup Rout of Croatia
Thomas Tuchel’s powerful half-time team talk transformed England’s performance as they defeated Croatia 4-2 in their FIFA World Cup opener in Dallas, with Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane leading the second-half onslaught.
England 4-2 Croatia: Kane Brace Inspires World Cup Opener but Defensive Worries Remain
Harry Kane scored twice to inspire England to a 4-2 victory over Croatia in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L opener, though defensive lapses gave Thomas Tuchel cause for concern in Dallas.