Czech Republic / Mexico / South Africa / South Korea / Top Story / World Cup
by Jonathan McIntosh · Published 19/06/2026 07:57
World Cup co-hosts Mexico progress as Group A winners after a narrow win over South Korea, while Czechia’s draw with South Africa leaves both teams on the brink of elimination.
Bosnia & Herzegovina / Canada / Qatar / Switzerland / Top Story / World Cup
by Jonathan McIntosh · Published 19/06/2026 07:26
In World Cup Group B, Canada and Switzerland both secure resounding victories, but the day’s action is overshadowed by a horrible injury to Canada’s Ismael Kone.
Portugal / World Cup / World Cup Factfiles
by Jonathan McIntosh · Published 18/06/2026 08:10 · Last modified 19/06/2026 08:55
Cristiano Ronaldo returns for another World Cup as Portugal chase football’s biggest prize. Can the veteran enjoy one final fairytale?
by Jonathan McIntosh · Published 18/06/2026 07:14 · Last modified 19/06/2026 08:33
Ghana need a late Caleb Yirenkyi winner to beat Panama in their opening World Cup game.
Croatia / England / Top Story / World Cup
by Jonathan McIntosh · Published 17/06/2026 23:18 · Last modified 17/06/2026 23:23
England make a winning start to their 2026 campaign by beating Croatia as Harry Kane equals Gary Lineker’s Three Lions World Cup scoring record.
Uzbekistan / World Cup / World Cup Factfiles
by Jonathan McIntosh · Published 17/06/2026 22:48 · Last modified 17/06/2026 22:49
Manchester City defender Abdukodir Khusanov headlines a talented new generation. Can Uzbekistan spring a surprise in North America?
Panama are back at the World Cup and determined to make more history. Can Los Canaleros reach the knockout rounds for the first time?
Four-time African champions Ghana are back on the World Cup stage for the fifth time in six tournaments. Can the Black Stars recapture the magic of their famous 2010 quarter-final run?
Yoane Wissa’s goal cancels out Joao Neves’s early opener as DR Congo earn a superb point against World Cup contenders Portugal.
Luka Modric returns for another World Cup with Croatia. Can the legendary midfielder inspire one final fairytale campaign?
England / Top Story / World Cup / World Cup Factfiles
by Jonathan McIntosh · Published 17/06/2026 07:58
England head to North America dreaming of ending 60 years of hurt. Can Harry Kane and Thomas Tuchel succeed where so many have fallen short?
Algeria / Argentina / Austria / Jordan / Top Story / World Cup
by Jonathan McIntosh · Published 17/06/2026 07:44
At the World Cup, Lionel Messi equals Miroslav Klose’s World Cup scoring record as wins for Argentina and Austria put them in a good position in Group I.
At the World Cup, Group I kicks off with wins for France and Norway, with doubles for potential Golden Boot winners Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland.
Jordan are preparing for the biggest tournament in their history after a remarkable rise. Can the Chivalrous Ones spring a surprise in 2026?
Austria are back at the World Cup with one of Europe’s most improved teams. Can Das Team impress at their first World Cup since 1998?
Riyad Mahrez remains the standard-bearer for Algerian football. Can the former Manchester City star inspire another memorable campaign?
Argentina / Top Story / World Cup / World Cup Factfiles
by Jonathan McIntosh · Published 16/06/2026 23:04
Lionel Messi returns for what could be his final World Cup adventure. Can Argentina’s greatest player bow out with another title?
Norway are back at the World Cup for the first time since 1998 with a golden generation. Can they finally make a major tournament breakthrough?
Aymen Hussein leads Iraq into their first World Cup for 40 years. Can the prolific striker inspire a memorable campaign?
Senegal / World Cup / World Cup Factfiles
by Jonathan McIntosh · Published 16/06/2026 19:56 · Last modified 16/06/2026 23:40
Sadio Mane remains Senegal’s talisman as they chase a deep World Cup run. Can the Lions of Teranga reach the latter stages?
France / Top Story / World Cup / World Cup Factfiles
by Jonathan McIntosh · Published 16/06/2026 19:42 · Last modified 16/06/2026 19:58
Didier Deschamps has already delivered World Cup glory to France as player and coach. Can he add another title in his final tournament?
A pair of draws leaves Group G wide open after the opening matchday, as New Zealand are denied a historic win by Iran and Belgium need an own-goal equaliser to rescue a point.
Cape Verde / Saudi Arabia / Spain / Top Story / Uruguay
by Jonathan McIntosh · Published 16/06/2026 07:39
It was a night of shock results in World Cup Group F, as Cape Verde keep Spain at bay and Uruguay need a late winner to salvage a draw against Saudi Arabia
The All Whites are back at the World Cup for the first time since 2010 after a long wait. Can New Zealand finally win a match on football’s biggest stage?
Iran arrive amid extraordinary circumstances after months of conflict with host nation USA. Can they rise above the turmoil?
Marcelo Bielsea leads a new-look Uruguay side packed with quality. Can La Celeste go all the way at the World Cup?
Herve Renard returns to lead Saudi Arabia on the global stage once again. Can the Frenchman guide the Green Falcons beyond the group stage for the first time since 1994?
A new era has begun under Rudi Garcia, but Belgium’s ambitions remain unchanged. Is it the Red Devils golden generations final chance to conquer the world?
Egypt / World Cup / World Cup Factfiles
by Jonathan McIntosh · Published 15/06/2026 19:20 · Last modified 15/06/2026 22:10
Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush lead Egypt into North America with high hopes. Can the Pharaohs emerge from a challenging Group G?
Cape Verde / World Cup / World Cup Factfiles
by Jonathan McIntosh · Published 15/06/2026 13:40 · Last modified 15/06/2026 21:44
The Blue Sharks are preparing for their first ever World Cup appearance after a historic qualifying campaign. Can Cape Verde spring a surprise in North America?
Spain / World Cup / World Cup Factfiles
by Jonathan McIntosh · Published 15/06/2026 13:15 · Last modified 15/06/2026 21:30
Spain head to the 2026 World Cup as one of the tournament favourites after Euro 2024 glory. Preview their fixtures, star players, manager and prospects.
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