Former Northampton Town trio make their World Cup debuts
Former Northampton Town trio Tete Yengi, Carney Chukwuemeka and Kenji Gorre have all made their World Cup debuts at the 2026 tournament in America,...
How to buy Round of 32 World Cup tickets: Knockout stages, Mexico fixtures, Argentina average prices & more
Want to see the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 live? Learn how to buy official FIFA knockout stage tickets, use the resale platform, and secure...
Ex-Man United star Anthony Martial reaches agreement as Sir Jim Ratcliffe 'offered' striker
Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been offered to sign former Manchester United forward Anthony Martial after he was released from his contract at Mexican side...
FIFA forced into huge decision, journalist banned, Messi makes history - World Cup round-up
Day 12 of the World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada saw history made both on and off the pitch
Report: Mexico to start Guillermo Ochoa vs. Czech Republic
Legendary Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo "Memo" Ochoa will make one more World Cup appearance, according to ESPN on Monday.,With Mexico having already wo
Why Ghana should not fear England despite Three Lions' unbeaten World Cup record against African teams
England may boast an unbeaten record against African opposition at the FIFA World Cup, but history suggests Ghana have every reason to believe they...
Why France vs Iraq World Cup clash has been delayed
Fans were urged to take shelter at the Philadelphia Stadium (Picture: Getty Images)
The World Cup clash between France and Iraq has been hit with...
World Cup 2026: Ghana can deal with Englandâs intensity â Carlos Queiroz
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz believes the Black Stars are fully prepared to cope with the intensity of England ahead of Tuesdayâs...
USMNT's Alex Zendejas, yet to play at World Cup, readies for his moment: ‘I'm sure it'll come'
Club América star did not appear in first two US gamesDual-national was surprise pick to Pochettino's squadDead-rubber Turkey match could be time...
Aaron Ramsey poised for shock first step in management with relegated EFL side
Former Arsenal star Aaron Ramsey only retired from football a matter of weeks ago following a stint in Mexico but it appears the Welshman has...
France’s FIFA ranking updated for 2026 World Cup game against Iraq
France take on Iraq in the 2026 World Cup with a new look in the FIFA World Rankings, as the chart constantly changes throughout the tournament....
Merlin the duck unruffled after meeting president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum
Pet in a replica shirt is unofficial mascot of the World CupMerlin's owner, Karla Gómez, says it was ‘an honour'Merlin, the pet duck in a mini...
Mexico announces Memo Ochoa will make historic World Cup start vs. Czechia
Mexico has already secured first place in Group A, but Tuesday’s match against Czechia could still deliver one of the most memorable moments of the...
Ex-Man United flop Anthony Martial eyeing Ligue 1 return after dismal Monterrey stint
Former Man United flop Anthony Martial is reportedly eyeing a return to Ligue 1 following his departure from Mexican side Monterrey.
This English family cheering on the Three Lions at the World Cup sum up our spirit
The Agyeman family, from Yorkshire, Mexico and Massachusets, represent the best of the Three Lions support at the World Cup - and spoke to the...
DR Congo's living statue super-fan arrives in Mexico to give unique World Cup support
The Democratic Republic of Congo's World Cup campaign is set to receive a distinctive boost with the belated arrival of Michel Kuka Mboladinga,...
Ex-Man Utd & Monaco striker Anthony Martial eyeing Ligue 1 homecoming transfer after agreeing to terminate contract with Liga MX outfit Monterrey
Former Manchester United striker Anthony Martial is seeking a Ligue 1 return after terminating his contract with Monterrey following a poor spell...
World Cup 2026: Ghana focused ahead of England showdown despite distractions
The Black Stars of Ghana remain fully focused on their crucial Group L encounter against England despite growing off-field distractions ahead of...
World Cup 2026: Ronwen Williams wary of South Korea challenge ahead of decisive clash
South Africa captain Ronwen Williams expects a difficult encounter against South Korea in their final Group A match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on...
A history of World Cup red cards: high feet, lost heads and a covered mouth
Miguel Almirón's dismissal was unusual but there's nothing new about players losing their cool on the biggest stageAfter a fairly pedestrian first...
World Cup 2026: Algeria forward Mohamed Amoura ruled out of crucial Jordan clash
Algeria forward Mohamed Amoura has been ruled out of their upcoming Group stage fixture against Jordan due to an injury setback.The North African...
World Cup 2026: English media continues with mind games ahead of Ghana clash
English media outlets have intensified psychological narratives ahead of the 2026 World Cup clash between Ghana and England.The discourse comes...
Anthony Martial opportunity interests Ineos as he offers himself in France, but there’s a catch
Anthony Martial could soon be getting paid by Man Utd’s owners after his Mexican nightmare, but there’s a catch. After an injury-ridden and...
How to get Mexico Round of 32 tickets: World Cup prices, Estadio Azteca fixture information, last-minute sales & more
How to book tickets to the round of 32 World Cup knockout match for Mexico and TBC including ticket prices, stadium information, line-ups and more...
Julián Quiñones, Blackness in Mexico and the complexities of national identity
Two years ago, Quiñones was the target of racist chants by fans. Now, hailed as a hero in that same country, he's challenging expectations of race...
Mexico lineup vs. Czech Republic: Predicted XI for World Cup clash as hosts welcome back first choice centre back
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Mexico could line up for their World Cup clash against Czech Republic on Thursday.
Euro club work on deal to sign West Ham star after internal fallout - report
Jean-Clair Todibo's West Ham career could be nearing its end already in this transfer window.The Frenchman arrived in E20 as a highly acclaimed...
Czech Republic lineup vs. Mexico: Predicted XI for World Cup clash as Narodak endure defensive blow
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Czech Republic could line up for their World Cup clash against Mexico on Thursday.
Iran's World Cup players 'trapped' in 'Sin City' that's drenched in sex and booze
Iran had to switch its World Cup training camp from Tucson, Arizona in the US to Tijuana, which is just over the Mexican border, due to its recent...
‘We leave with dignity': Iran players leave handwritten note in SoFi dressing room after World Cup draw with Belgium
Los Angeles hosted both of Iran's Group G matches so far, with the team returning to their base in Tijuana, Mexico between games
FIFA WC: Messi's Argentina, Mbappe's France in focus as final dash for knockouts begins
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is entering a thrilling group stage finale with 42 nations vying for 29 spots in the Round of 32. Only USA, Mexico, and...
Meet the North-East lad who elbowed Diego Maradona in an England shirt
Terry Fenwick was one of England's boys of 1986 and has spoken exclusively to Chronicle Live about THAT clash with Argentina in Mexico City
Messi, Mbappe and Kane aim to join Mexico, USA and Germany in the World Cup knockout stage
Every team confirmed for the 2026 World Cup Round of 32, including Mexico, the USA and Germany's exact dates and venues - updated as groups finish.
Iran deny militant tried to board team plane
U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin told Fox News that an individual with direct ties to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)...
Cristiano Ronaldo insists focus remains unchanged amid rumors around Portugal at 2026 World Cup
Cristiano Ronaldo took to social media with a powerful message as Portugal are under scrutiny at the 2026 World Cup. Portugal’s deflating 1-1 draw...
Czech Republic vs Mexico - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup clash between Czech Republic and Mexico, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Tunisia vs Japan Match Results Today: FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Score, Updates, Stats
The Tunisia national football team faced the Japan national football team in a historic Group F clash at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The game took...
Yamal beats Messi, Ronaldo with first World Cup goal at 18 but Pele still holds the record
Pele leads a ranking in World Cup history that has now seen Lamine Yamal surpass not only Cristiano Ronaldo but also Lionel Messi. Lamine Yamal...
Glam former mayor releases statement about boobs after wearing revealing World Cup outfit
A glamorous former Mexican mayor has hit back at critics with a statement about her boobs after rocking a revealing outfit at the World Cup
2026 World Cup: What is an own goal in soccer and who gets credit for them?
No team wants to concede an own goal, it is practically one of the worst things that can happen to a squad. However, the team on the receiving end...
Report – Milan Ready to Give Out-of-Sorts Striker Second Chance
Underperforming Milan star Santiago Gimenez could reportedly stay at the club beyond the summer despite an underwhelming season. According to...
MOT View: Leeds fans get last laugh as Ao Tanaka dominates Elland Road villain on World Cup stage
Ao Tanaka has finally arrived at the 2026 World Cup, and everyone at Leeds United will be immensely proud.Arriving at Elland Road as an unknown...
Third team exit World Cup overnight as new FIFA ruling takes immediate effect
Tunisia have joined Turkey and Haiti in being eliminated from the World Cup in the USA, Mexico and Canada
Czech Republic vs Mexico Prediction: World Cup 2026 Preview & Best Bets
Mexico host Czech Republic at Estadio Azteca with a knockout spot already secured. Can the Czechs pull off a must-win upset? Our World Cup 2026...
CM: Orlando City willing to offer €26m for Gimenez with €4m contract waiting for him
By: Ben Dixon
It seems Orlando City are really serious about their pursuit of Santiago Gimenez and the Mexican striker could well stay in North...
Ayase Ueda's stats vs Tunisia show why Leeds must accelerate deal
Ayase Ueda has certainly given Leeds United encouragement to sign him after Japan beat Tunisia 4-0 in the 2026 World Cup on Sunday.The Feyenoord...
The 2026 World Cup team of the tournament so far (without the superstars)
We pick an XI of players who have impressed during the initial rounds of games in Canada, the US and MexicoA star was born, at 40, when a player...
Married Brazil soccer president embroiled in affair scandal amid claims he used federation funds to fly mistress to NYC before World Cup
Samir Xaud, 42, is alleged to have flown a woman to New York before traveling to Mexico City where he met his wife for the World Cup opening...
World Cup 2026: Achraf Hakimi could face Mexico entry hurdle if Morocco finish second
Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi could face fresh uncertainty later in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a French appeals court confirmed he will stand...
Houston, we have a problem! Inside the World Cup host city where Mauricio Pochettino's USA are an afterthought - and why droves of Mexico fans are stealing the show after adopting it as their second home
The Houston Astros baseball team were well on the way to beating the Cleveland Guardians on Friday night when the soccer culture came barrelling in...
COLUMN: Ricardo Costa on the stunning tactics of the underdogs so far at the World Cup
The first round of the 2026 World Cup has already ended, and the second round is well underway. Ricardo Costa, former Portuguese international and...
Cristiano Jr. y su cumpleaños a la 'mexicana'
El hijo mayor de Cristiano Ronaldo cumplió 16 años y Georgina Rodríguez le organizó una celebración muy al estilo mexicano, con mariachis....
Gimenez over the moon after making World Cup debut: “I dreamed of this”
By: Isak Möller
Santiago Gimenez got to make his World Cup debut a few days ago, coming off the bench against South Korea, and he was over the moon...
World Cup star becomes first player sent off for breaking new Fifa rule
Miguel Almiron made some unwanted history (Picture: Stu Forster/Getty Images)
Former Premier League star Miguel Almiron has become the first...
Newcastle set sights on signing Yasin Ayari to replace big name likely to leave
Newcastle United have set their sights on a move to sign Brighton star Yasin Ayari as they aim to bolster their midfield options.The 22-year-old...
Czech Republic vs Mexico FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview: Everything you need to know
GOAL brings you everything you need to know about Czech Republic vs Mexico at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The little-known World Cup rule change that could see US win group before final game
Co-hosts Mexico secured top spot in Group A with their win over South Korea and the USA could be next thanks to a rule change made by Fifa
Potential Rice Injury Dampens England Spirits After Unexpected Opener
The summer World Cup hosted by the United States of America, Canada and Mexico was always going to generate an endless stream of headlines for...
Does Edson Alvarez have a future at Championship West Ham?
After a season on loan in Turkey, what does the future hold for Edson Alvarez at West Ham United? After he started and captained Mexico in their...
2026 World Cup: What is a clean sheet in soccer?
Soccer terminology features plenty of words and phrases that can be tough to grasp, but "clean sheet" is one of the easiest to understand, and it...
Mexico goalkeeper Raúl Rangel seizes the World Cup spotlight with two shutouts in two matches
Goalkeeper Raúl Rangel was chosen by coach Javier Aguirre as the starting goalkeeper at the World Cup for Mexico's national team, opting for youth...
Keith Hackett 'surprised' by how referee reacted to Ismael Kone leg-break incident in Canada vs Qatar
Referee Cristian Marcelo Garay Reyes should have acted more appropriately following the red-card challenge on Canada's Ismael Kone.That is...
Scotland’s possible World Cup knockout rounds path including dates, opponents and kick-off times
John McGinn fired Scotland to victory against Haiti in their opening game (Picture: Getty)
Scotland fans are daring to dream ahead of their second...
World Cup 2026: Hugo Broos insists South Africa must beat South Korea to keep qualification hopes alive
Head coach of South Africa Hugo Broos insists Bafana Bafana must beat South Korea to keep their knockout stage qualification hopes alive at the...
World Cup 2026: Hugo Broos rejects resignation calls, defends Bafana Bafanaâs rise under his tenure
South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has dismissed growing calls for his resignation following the Bafana Bafana inconsistent performance at the 2026...
Who am I? (Quiz 5)
Quiz 5: Who am I? This is Managing Madrid’s World Cup trivia series: Who am I? Throughout the tournament this summer, we’ll challenge our readers...
Iran's furious World Cup stars launch official complaint over brutal travel restrictions... but Trump's administration hits back
Iran wanted to fly from their base camp in Tijuana, Mexico, to America two days before their next match against Belgium in Los Angeles on Sunday...
Celtic Star Denied Major World Cup Moment
Yang Hyun-jun was not far away from a big World Cup moment as South Korea fell to a 1-0 defeat against Mexico in Guadalajara. The Celtic winger...
World Cup 2026 Daily Guide 6/19/26: USA back at it vs. Australia
The second round of matches kicked off with a bang on Thursday, as hosts Mexico and Canada both won. Mexico became the first team to officially...
‘Playing at home is priceless’ – Aguirre says ‘Mexico factor’ was key after winning Group A
After becoming the first team at the 2026 World Cup to win their group, Mexico could be set for another three matches on home soil.
The post...
Iran to lodge complaint over United States travel restrictions at World Cup
The Iranian team have been forced to set up their base in Mexico despite playing all their group games in the United States
Lee Kang‑In's latest World Cup display serves as another transfer reminder for Man United
Manchester United should be reigniting their pursuit of PSG star Lee Kang-In following his impressive World Cup displays for South Korea.Marca...
World Cup's best viral moments: Mexico, Scotland d...
World Cup's best viral moments so far including a Mexican duck, a German cyclist, and plenty of fan fun.
World Cup Day 8: Co-hosts win, Canada victory marred
Thursday’s World Cup action saw a massive, if marred, win for co-hosts Canada, while Mexico are heading into the knockouts. We've recapped all the...
Premier League 2026-27 fixtures CLUB-BY-CLUB GUIDE: Find out your team's full list of matches for the upcoming season
We may all currently be preoccupied by events unfolding in the United States, Canada and Mexico, but blink and the Premier League season will be...
National media pile in on West Ham star as 'heaviness' exposed at World Cup
West Ham United ace Tomas Soucek hasn't covered himself in glory at the World Cup with Czechia.The 31-year-old is featuring in the first World Cup...
FIFA World Cup 2026 Host Cities Updated Guide: Stadiums, Key Matches, and What Fans Need to Know Now
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is a landmark occasion. The United States, Canada, and Mexico will become the first three nations ever to host the World...
Mexico goalkeeper seals Group A with insane double-save to beat South Korea in World Cup
It took a lot of effort, but Mexico has secured its spot in the knockout rounds after taking down South Korea in an entertaining 1-0 showdown on...
Mexico GK Rangel warns 2026 World Cup teams: ‘We’re ready to compete against anyone’
After Mexico clinched their place in the round of 32, goalkeeper Raul Rangel sent a message to the powerhouses in the 2026 World Cup. Mexico took...
Mexico become first team to seal their spot in World Cup knockout stage with narrow win over South Korea
Mexico became the first team to seal their spot in the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup with a narrow 1-0 win over South Korea in Guadalajara...
Mexico player ratings vs South Korea: Luis Romo's clutch winner over Son Heung-Min and Co. has El Tri dreaming like it's 2002 again
Luis Romo’s winner sealed Mexico’s place atop Group A, sending El Tri back to Azteca and fueling belief that this could be their strongest World...
Goalie error leads Mexico past South Korea, seals first place in Group A
Luis Romo punished a critical 50th-minute error by goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu, and co-host Mexico's historical dominance of South Korea at the World Cup
Who and when is Mexico playing next at the 2026 World Cup after win vs South Korea?
Following its matches against South Africa and South Korea, Mexico returns to Mexico City Stadium for a crucial final Group A fixture. With its...
Mexican fans remain the best thing about the World Cup
Mexico became the first nation to book a spot in the World Cup 2026 Round of 32 thanks to a hard-fought 1-0 win over South Korea in Guadalajara,...
World Cup: Co-hosts Mexico first to qualify for Round of 32 after win over South Korea
Mexico booked their place in the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup as group winners.
Group A: Mexico 1-0 Korea Republic
Zapopan: Co-hosts Mexico became the first team to reach the knockout rounds of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a 1-0 win over Korea Republic at a...
Mexico beat South Korea to become first nation to earn WC knockout spot
Mexico became the first nation to secure a spot in the World Cup round of 32 and they can thank a Seung-Gyu Kim goalkeeping error as South Korea...
Mexico rejoice after second World Cup win in 2026....
Mexico still don't look like a finished product, but fine-tuning can wait for another day as the co-hosts punched their ticket to the round of 32.
Iran to lodge complaint with Fifa over ‘restrictions imposed' on team at World Cup
Iran permitted to arrive in LA just 24 hours before Belgium gameFederation will express its ‘dissatisfaction' over logistical issuesIran plan to...
