‘We were lucky’: Tuchel slams England's ‘sloppy’ display despite 2-1 win

A furious Tuchel was in no mood to celebrate after Jude Bellingham's two goals secured another nervy come-from-behind victory for the Three Lions at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium.
12 July 2026, 06:31 AM

Argentina unchanged for quarterfinal against Switzerland

Switzerland manager Murat Yakin makes one change from the side that beat Colombia on penalties after a goalless draw, with midfielder Djibril Sow replacing Ardon Jashari.
12 July 2026, 06:00 AM

Bellingham brace guides England to World Cup semis

The brace took Bellingham level with Harry Kane as England's joint-leading scorer in the tournament with six goals.
12 July 2026, 05:52 AM

Can Messi's Argentina prevent all-European World Cup semifinals?

The 39-year-old has remained inspirational, scoring in every match and extending his World Cup tally to a record 21 goals despite admitting fatigue after successive demanding contests.
12 July 2026, 00:40 AM

The business of winning

Sport thrives on uncertainty. Fans cherish the underdogs who topple heavyweights. But while upsets are priceless for supporters, they can be painfully expensive for those who stage them.
12 July 2026, 00:29 AM

Klopp reaches 'understanding' to take over as Germany coach

The German Football Federation (DFB) announced on Saturday that it was close to an agreement with Jurgen Klopp for him to become the new Germany coach.
11 July 2026, 23:25 PM

Vintage duel delivers distinct nod to 1994

Ultimately, this high-stakes encounter near Hollywood lights faithfully mirrored the storied bracket of 1994, leaving the World Cup poised for further high-drama fixtures.
11 July 2026, 22:00 PM
11 July 2026, 20:28 PM

Who is Keyne? Yamal's little brother stealing spotlight at the World Cup

Keyne has quietly become one of its most recognisable faces in the stands, with his joyful celebrations, playful personality.
11 July 2026, 18:50 PM

'Three finals in a row or beat them three times': Yamal on Spain-France semifinal

Yamal was once again named Superior Player of the Match after another standout display, with Mikel Merino scoring a late winner at Los Angeles Stadium to seal Spain's place in the semifinals.
11 July 2026, 17:20 PM

‘No excuses’ as Switzerland aim to press high and curb Messi impact

Swiss coach suggested the best way to limit Messi's influence was to deny him possession altogether.
11 July 2026, 15:20 PM

Winning at a cost? How Argentina became football's most debated team

On July 11, 2021, Argentina ended a 28-year wait for a major international trophy by defeating Brazil 1-0 in the Copa America final at the Maracana Stadium.
11 July 2026, 12:39 PM

Friendship on hold as 'hell of a beating' returns

When two close friends Jude Bellingham and Erling Haaland collide in Miami on Saturday with a World Cup semifinal on the line, their reunion unfolds in the shadow of a footballing ghost.
11 July 2026, 11:35 AM

'Beast' Haaland a different player to me: Kane

Haaland has struck seven times in his first four matches ever at a major tournament, including a devastating double to eliminate Brazil, and his goals have carried Norway into the last eight for the first time.
11 July 2026, 11:30 AM

Argentina vs Switzerland: Key stats

Lionel Messi's Argentina will face Switzerland in a World Cup quarterfinal in Kansas City on Sunday morning, with the game scheduled to kick off at 7:00 am in Bangladesh time.
11 July 2026, 11:00 AM

Lisandro Martinez praises referees' 'excellent job' at FIFA World Cup 2026

The match between Argentina and Egypt sparked complaints from the Egyptian Football Association over the use of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR), particularly the disallowing of a Mostafa Zico goal in the 62nd minute that would have doubled the North Africans' lead.
11 July 2026, 10:43 AM

How Messi prepared for the World Cup: Outsmarting time and metrics

When an athlete reaches the age of 39, romance alone does not assure a World Cup pedigree. As much as football fans love the narrative of a seasoned veteran willing his team to glory purely on heart and nostalgia, the reality of the 2026 tournament in North America is far more clinical.
11 July 2026, 10:00 AM

'A machine': Scaloni on Messi's remarkable form at 39

Messi has been instrumental in Argentina's World Cup campaign, scoring eight goals — level with France's Kylian Mbappe — and inspiring a dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt in the round of 16.
11 July 2026, 09:49 AM

Can Argentina keep fuelling themselves on emotion?

Argentina and Lionel Messi face Murat Yakin's Switzerland in what promises to be a sterner test for the defending champions than any they have encountered so far in the tournament.
11 July 2026, 08:00 AM

A golden generation without a crown

"I really can't stand it when my four leaders are called 'veterans'. It is ugly. It is awful," Belgium coach Rudi Garcia had said a few days ago during the FIFA World Cup 2026.
11 July 2026, 06:30 AM