David James says England have one quality France don’t that can win them World Cup
England have battled through tough moments to reach the last eight (Picture: The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
Former England star David James...
Samuel Bastien: Former Burnley Midfielder Leaves Fortuna Sittard to Become Free Agent
Central midfielder Samuel Bastien has left Fortuna Sittard to become a free agent after his contract with the Eredivisie club ended on 8 July 2026....
Stade Malien accuse coach Njoya of ‘disloyal’ exit after DR Congo move
Mali football giants Stade Malien de Bamako have accused their former coach Mauril Mesack Njoya of leaving the club without approval after he...
Cyril Ngonge: Napolis Belgian-DR Congo winger linked with Palermo move
Cyril Ngonge, the Belgian-DR Congo right winger currently at Napoli, is being linked with a move to Serie B side Palermo as the Sicilian club...
Wayne Rooney says two forgotten England stars could have ‘big role’ to play at World Cup
England duo Ollie Watkins and Ivan Toney could play a ‘big role’ at the World Cup, says Wayne Rooney (Picture: BBC)
Wayne Rooney says the likes of...
Cristiano Ronaldo makes World Cup final prediction after Portugal exit
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal were knocked out of the World Cup (Picture: Getty)
Cristiano Ronaldo backed Spain to reach the World Cup final after...
The uniforms Colombia and Switzerland are wearing today for 2026 World Cup Round of 16
Colombia and Switzerland have confirmed the uniforms they will wear for today's 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match in Vancouver. Colombia and...
'The amazing thing about Jordan Pickford' - Expert lambasts Everton star after England latest
Everton and England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford is a beneficiary of poor goalkeeping standards in the country.That is the opinion of former senior...
Arsenal is considering a move for West Ham star
With Ben White struggling to stay fit for long periods, Arsenal could be on the market for a new right back this summer, and Sports Mole claims one...
Simon Banza: Nice linked with move for Al-Jazira and DR Congo striker
Nice are being linked with a move for DR Congo-French centre-forward Simon Banza, who currently plays for Al-Jazira in the UAE Pro League. Banza,...
Will Reece James be back from injury to play for England vs Norway?
Reece James is pushing for a return to fitness ahead of the weekend (Picture: Getty Images)
Thomas Tuchel has had a persistent headache thanks to...
Hermi MFutila: Paris SG U23 sign teenage centre-back from Reims on free transfer
Paris SG U23 have completed the signing of 17-year-old centre-back Hermi M’Futila from Stade de Reims U19 on a free transfer. The defender, who was...
Jonathan Mutombo: French-Congolese Gil Vicente defender linked with Torreense move
French-DR Congo right-back Jonathan Mutombo of Gil Vicente has been linked with a switch to Portuguese second-tier side Torreense. Mutombo, 23, is...
Mexican giants Club América eye move for DR Congo midfielder Samuel Moutoussamy
DR Congo international Samuel Moutoussamy has emerged as a transfer target for Mexican giants Club América following an impressive displays at the...
West Ham are now ready to sell 'top-notch' star for £25m - report
Aaron Wan-Bissaka could be next to leave West Ham United.The DR Congo international has spent the summer at the World Cup after facing relegation...
Charles Pickel: Bursaspor linked with move for DR Congo-Swiss midfielder from Cremonese
Bursaspor are being linked with a move for DR Congo-Swiss midfielder Charles Pickel, who is currently on the books of Italian side Cremonese....
Gabriel Mutombo: PERSIB Bandung sign French-DR Congo defender on free transfer from Ratchaburi FC
PERSIB Bandung have signed centre-back Gabriel Mutombo from Thai League side Ratchaburi FC on a free transfer on 7 July 2026. The 30-year-old...
Cristiano Ronaldo gives Euro title same value as a World Cup after Portugal’s elimination in his last dance
Cristiano Ronaldo delivered a surprising message after Portugal's loss against Spain at the 2026 World Cup. Cristiano Ronaldo has broken his...
Jordi Kuange Makala: EA Guingamp B sign DR Congo forward from Nantes B on free transfer
EA Guingamp B have completed the signing of centre-forward Jordi Kuange Makala from FC Nantes B on a free transfer. The 20-year-old moves within...
Claudio Katunda: Zulte Waregem linked with move for Schalke 04 II defender
Zulte Waregem are being linked with a move for Germany-DR Congo centre-back Claudio Katunda from Schalke 04 II as the Belgian club assess defensive...
Ajax eye move for Anderlecht playmaker Mario Stroeykens
Ajax are being linked with a move for Belgian-DR Congo attacking midfielder Mario Stroeykens from RSC Anderlecht as the Eredivisie side assess...
Reece James Set To Return For Norway Quarter-Final As Jordan Henderson Faces World Cup Exit
England have received a timely fitness boost with Reece James expected to be available for their World Cup quarter-final against Norway. The...
World Cup RO16: Portugal vs Spain – Lineups announced
Portugal and Spain lock horns at the Dallas Stadium on Monday in their Round of 16 fixture as both teams look to book their spot in the...
Fenerbahçe and Beşiktaş set to battle for Romelu Lukaku amid Napoli uncertainty
Fenerbahçe and Beşiktaş are eyeing a surprise move for Belgian international of DR Congo descent Romelu Lukaku ahead of the new campaign. Lukaku's...
World Cup 2026: Yannick Bolasie erupts in AFCON bias row after FIFA overturn Folarin Balogun red card ban
The reinstatement of United States striker Folarin Balogun for the World Cup knockout stage has triggered a wave of criticism, with former DR Congo...
Marvin Spielmann: Former Young Boys winger joins FC Kappel on free transfer
Swiss midfielder Marvin Spielmann has joined FC Kappel on a free transfer from FC Aarburg, completing a move on 6 July 2026. The 30-year-old...
World Cup 2026: FIFA’s Reversal Of Balogun’s Red Card Is Questionable –Former DR Congo Star
Former DR Congo winger Yannick Bolasie has criticized FIFA’s consistency following the decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s red card ban for the...
Ex-PGMOL chief re-analyses Jarell Quansah red card footage in England win vs Mexico
Jarell Quansah was rightfully shown a straight red card as England beat Mexico 3-2 to reach the World Cup quarter-final on Monday.That is the...
Bolasie: Former DR Congo star questions FIFA consistency after Balogun ban reversal
Former DR Congo forward Yannick Bolasie has reacted strongly to the decision to reinstate Folarin Balogun for the upcoming Belgium clash, following...
Dylan Batubinsika: Free-agent DR CongoFrench defender linked with Maccabi Netanya move
DR CongoFrench centre-back Dylan Batubinsika, currently a free agent after leaving Greek side AE Larisa, is being linked with a return to Israeli...
World Cup yellow card knockout stage rules: Are any England players at risk of suspension?
Referees are not afraid to brandish their cards (Picture: Getty)
The World Cup continues tonight with England’s mammoth clash with Mexico in the...
England vs Mexico LIVE: World Cup 2026 latest score and weather delay updates
England and Mexico scheduled to kick-off at 1am tonight (Picture: FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
England and Mexico collide tonight with a place in...
Thomas Tuchel set to make three changes to England starting XI against Mexico at World Cup
England are set to make three changes to their starting XI at the Azteca Stadium (Picture: Getty)
Thomas Tuchel is expected to recall Jarell...
DR Congo legend Gaël Kakuta announces retirement after distinguished career
DR Congo international Gaël Kakuta has announced his retirement from professional football, bringing the curtain down on a distinguished career...
DR Congo star Gaël Kakuta calls time on football career
DR Congo international Gael Kakuta has announced his retirement from professional football, bringing the curtain down on a distinguished career...
England hit with another injury headache ahead of Mexico clash
Thomas Tuchel has yet another injury problem at full-back (Picture: Getty Images)
Thomas Tuchel has been hit with another injury headache ahead of...
Luton Town – You Couldn't Make It Up
Considering it is supposed to be the most prestigious tournament in football, is it fair to say that elements of the World Cup have been farcical?...
Kobbie Mainoo must finally get his chance to be England's World Cup wildcard against Mexico
Mainoo is the only outfield player not to play a minute of World Cup football (Picture: The FA via Getty Images)
In his exclusive column...
England XI vs Mexico – Predicted lineup and team news
England face Mexico at the Mexico City Stadium in the early hours of Monday morning in the World Cup last 16, with a place in the quarter-finals...
Mexico reveal plan to target England star: ‘We want to make him uncomfortable’
Javier Aguirre says several Mexico players will need to ‘neutralise’ Harry Kane (EPA)
Mexico head coach Javier Aguirre has urged his players to...
England braced for a Mexican whirlwind as Tuchel strives for calm amid the chaos
After their frantic display against DR Congo, England head coach needs his side to remain composed in the Azteca cauldronIt was somehow in keeping...
HOW TO TRIUMPH AT AZTECA, HARRY!
AS ENGLAND FACE MEXICO... By Tony Bugby ICONIC: The huge Azteca Stadium during the World Cup opener between Mexico and South Africa and, inset,...
Baggio Siadi: TP Mazembe Goalkeeper Leaves to Become Free Agent After Contract Ends
Baggio Siadi has left TP Mazembe and is now without a club after his contract with the Congolese giants expired, with the move to free agency...
Gary Neville gives honest verdict on England's World Cup right-back issues & Declan Rice playing out of position
Gary Neville has warned England's right-back problems could damage their World Cup hopes after Declan Rice was forced to play out of position...
Harry Redknapp changes World Cup prediction: ‘They are the team to beat now’
Former Premier League manager Harry Redknapp (Picture: Getty)
Former Premeir League manager Harry Redknapp has changed his World Cup prediction...
Declan Rice injury update as expert predicts if he will be fit for Mexico showdown
Rice immediately applied an ice pack after coming off against DR Congo (Picture: Javier Garcia/Shutterstock)
Declan Rice is likely dealing with...
“I’ll do a job” Rice discusses playing right back against DR Congo
Declan Rice remains open to helping England in any role as he continues to be tipped for a possible deployment at right back in their next World...
Dan Nlundulu: Former Southampton striker linked with free transfer to Petrolul Ploiesti
England-DR Congo centre-forward Dan Nlundulu, currently a free agent after leaving St Mirren, is being linked with a move to Romanian SuperLiga...
Sunderland star has lived the dream with historic World Cup finals appearance
Sunderland's Noah Sadiki helped DR Congo create a moment of history at this summer's World Cup finals.
Gary Neville claims Thomas Tuchel copied ‘wrong Mikel Arteta decision’ for England
Gary Neville believes Thomas Tuchel’s problem at right-back will cost England at the World Cup (ITV)
Gary Neville admits he was ‘crying out’ for...
Paul Merson worries about Rice playing at right back against Mexico
Paul Merson has voiced concern as Declan Rice is being tipped to play at right back for England against Mexico in the World Cup round of 16....
Declan Rice will NOT fill England's problem right back position for crunch last-16 World Cup clash with Mexico
CRAIG HOPE IN MEXICO CITY: Declan Rice was moved there during Wednesday's game against DR Congo in Atlanta with England trailing 1-0 in the 71st...
Alexandre Tunkadi: FC Emmen linked with move for Marseille Bs France-DR Congo midfielder
France-DR Congo attacking midfielder Alexandre Tunkadi, who most recently played for Marseille B and is now registered with Belgian side RFC...
Mexico vs England: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds
Three Lions facing another huge test after lucky escape from DR Congo clash
FECOFA relegates 12 clubs as DR Congo launches major Ligue 2 overhaul
Congo Football Federation (FECOFA) has announced a major restructuring of domestic football, administratively relegating 12 clubs from the top...
James Trafford will be unhappy as Gabby Agbonlahor states why England won't axe Jordan Pickford - view
Manchester City's James Trafford has travelled to the 2026 World Cup with England, but there is very little hope of him actually playing.With John...
England must beware Mexico's dangerman – but this wildcard could light up the Azteca
Amid the aura of a legendary venue, concerns over the altitude and a host nation whipped into a fervour over their biggest football match in...
World Cup: How to buy tickets for Mexico vs. England
England made it through after a scare against DR Congo, and now they face the...
FIFA World Cup: Ex-Super Eagles Star Backs African Champions Despite Painful Knockout Exits
Former Nigeria international Abiodun Obafemi has praised the overall performance of Africa’s representatives at the ongoing FIFA World Cup despite...
Porto eye move for Wolfsburg right-back Sael Kumbedi in 12m switch
France-DR Congo defender Sael Kumbedi, 21, is being linked with a move from German side Wolfsburg to Portuguese giants Porto, with the right-backs...
Sael Kumbedi: Wolfsburgs FranceDR Congo right-back linked with Serie A move to Lazio
France-DR Congo right-back Sael Kumbedi of Wolfsburg is being linked with a summer move to Lazio, with the Serie A club monitoring the 21-year-old...
Roma linked with Wolfsburg and FranceDR Congo defender Sael Kumbedi in 12m move
FranceDR Congo right-back Sael Kumbedi of Wolfsburg is being linked with a summer move to Roma, with the Serie A club monitoring the 21-year-olds...
Sael Kumbedi: Feyenoord eye move for Wolfsburgs FranceDR Congo right-back
France-DR Congo defender Sael Kumbedi, 21, is being linked with a summer move from German side Wolfsburg to Dutch champions Feyenoord, with the...
Harry Kane opens up on emotional England moment and explains World Cup-saving heroics
Harry Kane's goals fired England into the round of 16 when they were on the verge being knocked out of the World Cup by DR Congo on Wednesday, and...
Most Disappointing Group Stage Exits from the World Cup
The group stage of the World Cup has officially concluded, and now, knockout football is here. DR Congo brought the curtain down on the initial...
World Cup round-up | Kane saves England, Azteca classic incoming | Olise explosion | Messi v Pico
Damien Delaney is on hand to recap England's comeback win over DR Congo, and to chat though his impressions of the latest World Cup action....
FA make decision on sacking Thomas Tuchel if England lose to Mexico
Is England manager Thomas Tuchel under pressure? (Photo: Getty)
The Football Association have already decided whether to keep or sack England...
John Terry worried by Thomas Tuchel’s treatment of England star: ‘Not done that to anyone else’
Tuchel has guided England to the last 16 of the World Cup (Picture: Visionhaus/Getty Images)
Former England captain John Terry has suggested...
Trevoh Chalobah makes transfer decision after Chelsea offer him to Crystal Palace
Trevoh Chalobah is currently at the World Cup with England (Photo: Getty)
Trevoh Chalobah’s transfer preference has reportedly been revealed as...
Newcastle United striker issues emotional statement - this is powerful
England knocked DR Congo and Newcastle United striker Yoane Wissa out of the World Cup.
'The squad's wrong!' - Ex-England star tears into 'arrogant' Thomas Tuchel after 'concerning' World Cup display vs DR Congo
Nicky Butt criticises Thomas Tuchel's England squad selection, tactics and decision-making following the World Cup win over DR Congo.
Declan Rice in ‘terrible pain’ at World Cup, Thomas Tuchel reveals
Declan Rice played through “terrible pain” during England’s win over DR Congo at the men’s FIFA World Cup, but Thomas Tuchel insists it is “not an...
World Cup 2026: DR Congo star Yoane Wissa proud despite elimination
DR Congo international Yoane Wissa has reflected with pride rather than disappointment following his outfit elimination from the 2026 FIFA World...
England star in ‘terrible pain’ as Thomas Tuchel gives worrying World Cup update
Tuchel could have another problem to solve (Picture: Richard Pelham/Getty Images)
Declan Rice was playing through ‘terrible pain' in England's...
Luton Town – It’s Not For Me
Two goals from Harry Kane, against DR Congo, have given England a place in the last 16 of the World Cup. In the last 16, England will take on one...
"Increasingly desperate": United star torn to shreds by national media in spite of side's World Cup progression
Manchester United man Marcus Rashford was torn to shreds by the English media after his lacklustre performance versus DR Congo.
The post Marcus...
Colombia vs Ghana – Match preview and team news
Kansas City Stadium hosts the final last-32 fixture of the 2026 World Cup on Saturday morning as Colombia take on Ghana, with a place in the round...
For Brian Brobbey, The Netherlands' Loss Could Be Sunderland's Gain
In the latest episodes of Sunderland Players Shining On The World Cup Stage, Noah Sadiki turned in a standout performance as DR Congo were edged...
‘While we have Kane’ - What people of Sheffield think England's World Cup chances are after nail-biting DR Congo win
Our readers have shared their thoughts on England’s chances of winning the World Cup this summer
FIFA receives Mexico complaint before England World Cup match
England play Mexico in their World Cup last-16 match on Sunday (Getty)
FIFA has received a complaint about Mexico fans targeting team hotels ahead...
World Cup 2026: Colombiaâs Round of 32 clash against Ghana could go either way â Nestor Lorenzo
Colombia head coach Nestor Lorenzo is going into their Round of 32 clash against Ghana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with the mindset that it is...
World Cup 2026: Wan-Bissaka produces astonishing unbeaten defensive record for DR Congo
Aaron Wan-Bissaka played every minute of DR Congo's four-match World Cup campaign, producing a remarkable defensive record in which he was not...
Carlos Queiroz challenges Ghana to improve Africa's World Cup knockout record
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has challenged his players to keep Africa's World Cup dream alive by defeating Colombia in Friday's Round of...
Lionel Messi’s 82-goal record no longer safe with Harry Kane surpassing Cristiano Ronaldo’s mark
Following Harry Kane's masterful brace against the DR Congo, Lionel Messi’s historic 82-goal milestone is officially under siege, especially now...
Why isn’t Bernardo Silva starting today for Portugal vs Croatia at the 2026 World Cup?
Bernardo Silva will be on the bench for Portugal's battle against Croatia in a highly anticipated 2026 World Cup Round of 32 clash. Portugal are...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s sister makes retirement claim before Portugal vs Croatia
Cristiano Ronaldo will retire from Portugal after the World Cup, according to his sister (AP Photo)
Cristiano Ronaldo will retire from the...
