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Lionel Messi and Argentina locked in scoreless World Cup final with Spain

Lionel Messi and Argentina locked in scoreless World Cup final with Spain

The 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium remains scoreless at halftime, with Spain controlling possession and Argentina losing defender Lisandro Martinez to injury.

Sports ·19 Jul 2026, 22:02 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
England beat France 6-4 to win World Cup bronze despite Mbappe record

England beat France 6-4 to win World Cup bronze despite Mbappe record

England achieved their best World Cup finish since 1966 after defeating France in a 10-goal match. Kylian Mbappé set a new record as the tournament's all-time leading scorer during the contest.

Sports ·19 Jul 2026, 03:31 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
England faces Norway in World Cup quarterfinal clash in Miami

England faces Norway in World Cup quarterfinal clash in Miami

England and Norway face off at Hard Rock Stadium for a place in the World Cup semifinals. The fixture features top scorers Harry Kane and Erling Haaland.

Sports ·11 Jul 2026, 20:31 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Spain eliminates Belgium 2-1 to reach World Cup semifinals

Spain eliminates Belgium 2-1 to reach World Cup semifinals

Mikel Merino's late strike secured Spain's semifinal spot in a match defined by physical setbacks, including a second-half injury to Thibaut Courtois.

Sports ·11 Jul 2026, 03:01 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
England faces Mexico at Azteca Stadium amid threat of thunderstorm delays

England faces Mexico at Azteca Stadium amid threat of thunderstorm delays

England takes on Mexico at the iconic Estadio Azteca amid severe thunderstorm risks and a hostile atmosphere. Manager Thomas Tuchel has identified the high altitude as a major physical obstacle for his squad.

Sports ·6 Jul 2026, 00:02 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
France tops latest World Cup Round of 16 power rankings

France tops latest World Cup Round of 16 power rankings

Following the conclusion of the Round of 32, the 2026 FIFA World Cup has advanced to the Round of 16. Analysts are evaluating the remaining nations as teams prepare for upcoming knockout fixtures.

Sports ·4 Jul 2026, 20:31 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Morocco and France favored to advance in World Cup round of 16 matches

Morocco and France favored to advance in World Cup round of 16 matches

Co-hosts Canada face Morocco while favorites France take on Paraguay in the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on July 4.

Sports ·4 Jul 2026, 17:35 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Argentina and Cabo Verde tied at 2-2 during intense World Cup match

Argentina and Cabo Verde tied at 2-2 during intense World Cup match

Lionel Messi set a new World Cup scoring record, but a resilient Cabo Verde squad forced a 2-2 stalemate in a thrilling Round of 32 clash at Hard Rock Stadium.

Sports ·4 Jul 2026, 02:31 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Switzerland 2-0 Algeria: Embolo and Ndoye end 88-year wait for World Cup win

Switzerland 2-0 Algeria: Embolo and Ndoye end 88-year wait for World Cup win

Switzerland advanced to the World Cup last 16 after a 2-0 victory over Algeria, marking their first knockout match success since 1938. The win featured goals from Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye.

Sports ·3 Jul 2026, 16:31 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Switzerland storms past Algeria to advance to World Cup Round of 16

Switzerland storms past Algeria to advance to World Cup Round of 16

Switzerland secured a 2-0 victory against Algeria in Vancouver, marking their first knockout-round win at the tournament since 1938. The match also saw Algerian captain Riyad Mahrez announce his retirement from international play.

Sports ·3 Jul 2026, 08:34 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Portugal players honor late Diogo Jota after World Cup win over Croatia

Portugal players honor late Diogo Jota after World Cup win over Croatia

Cristiano Ronaldo and the Portugal squad paid an emotional tribute to the late Diogo Jota after securing a dramatic victory over Croatia in the 2026 World Cup.

Sports ·3 Jul 2026, 07:09 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
John Harkes calls for red card rule change after Folarin Balogun ban

John Harkes calls for red card rule change after Folarin Balogun ban

Former USMNT player John Harkes is questioning FIFA's disciplinary protocols after Folarin Balogun was sent off during the 2026 World Cup.

Sports ·3 Jul 2026, 00:02 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo resigns amid presidential probe call

South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo resigns amid presidential probe call

Coach Hong Myung-bo has stepped down after South Korea's early World Cup elimination, prompting President Lee Jae Myung to order a government investigation into the KFA.

Sports ·29 Jun 2026, 02:31 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
Egypt qualify after action-packed draw against Iran, as Belgium top group

Egypt qualify after action-packed draw against Iran, as Belgium top group

Egypt secured a spot in the round of 32 after a 1-1 draw with Iran at Lumen Field. Belgium topped Group G following a 5-1 victory over New Zealand.

Sports ·27 Jun 2026, 08:32 ·Rafael Ortega 2 min read
Erling Haaland sits out as France defeats Norway in World Cup group clash

Erling Haaland sits out as France defeats Norway in World Cup group clash

France finished atop Group I following a win over Norway at Gillette Stadium. Ousmane Dembélé scored a hat trick while Norway rested key players.

Sports ·26 Jun 2026, 22:49 ·Rafael Ortega 2 min read
Uruguay faces early World Cup exit unless Bielsa beats Spain

Uruguay faces early World Cup exit unless Bielsa beats Spain

Uruguay's World Cup campaign hangs in the balance as Marcelo Bielsa prepares for a decisive clash against Spain following reports of internal squad unrest.

Sports ·26 Jun 2026, 22:39 ·Rafael Ortega 2 min read