Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice to become the first player to find the net in six World Cup campaigns, leading Portugal to a 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan in Houston and silencing critics after a difficult week.
Lionel Messi set the World Cup career scoring record with two goals, Kylian Mbappe tied the mark, and Erling Haaland scored twice for Norway in a showcase day for the tournament's top stars.
Paraguay midfielder Miguel Almiron received a one-match ban after being the first player sent off at a World Cup for covering his mouth during a confrontation, FIFA confirmed.
Spain forward Mikel Oyarzabal is sore but determined to play against Uruguay, banking on Lamine Yamal's chaos-creating ability at the World Cup.
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Belgium's Jeremy Doku welcomed son Praise after temporarily leaving World Cup squad for birth, sparking debate before rejoining team.
RB Leipzig have appointed Martin Demichelis as head coach on a contract until June 2028, replacing the sacked Ole Werner, the German club announced on Monday.
In Houston, where a third of residents are foreign-born and 145 languages are spoken, the FIFA World Cup 2026 has ignited a multicultural celebration with fan festivals, packed bars, and diverse cultural performances.
US President Donald Trump will attend the World Cup final in New Jersey on July 19 and present the trophy to the winners, FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced on June 23, 2026.
Lionel Messi became the FIFA World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer with 18 goals, surpassing Miroslav Klose, as he turns 39. Adidas launches a campaign retracing his journey.
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Cristiano Ronaldo made history by becoming the first player to score in six FIFA World Cup tournaments, netting a brace in Portugal's 3-0 win over Uzbekistan in Houston.
Uncapped All Black Fehi Fineanganofo hopes to exit his Newcastle contract to pursue a spot at the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia, after being named in Dave Rennie's squad.
Norwegian fans celebrated Norway's World Cup win over Senegal by marching to the royal palace to wake King Harald V, who is 89 years old.
The 2026 World Cup sees record scoring with 121 goals in 40 games, nearly 25% more than 2022. FIFA's new ball, added stoppage time, expanded field, and Premier League talent drive the surge.
Kylian Mbappe scored two World Cup goals on his 100th cap as France beat Iraq 3-0 in a match delayed two hours by a severe storm in Philadelphia.
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Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway beat Senegal 3-2 to advance to the World Cup knockout rounds, joining France in the last 32.
Brazil and Scotland meet for the fifth time at a World Cup in a decisive Group C clash in Miami, with Scotland aiming to reach the knockout stage for the first time.
Barcelona have permanently signed Egypt forward Hamza Abdelkarim from Al Ahly on a three-year contract until June 2029, after activating a purchase option. The 18-year-old scored six goals in 11 appearances for the club's under-19 side and is currently at
Algeria stormed back to beat Jordan 2-1, eliminating the World Cup debutants with a match to spare, thanks to second-half goals from substitute Nadhir Benbouali and Amine Gouiri.
Lionel Messi scored twice to become the all-time leading World Cup scorer with 17 goals, leading Argentina to a 2-0 win over Austria and a spot in the last 32.
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Colombia's final training session before their World Cup match against Congo was suspended after less than 30 minutes due to a storm in Guadalajara. The team finished indoors.
England face Ghana on Tuesday aiming to reach World Cup knockout rounds, while Portugal seek to rebound from a lackluster opening draw against Uzbekistan.
A stampede in Amman during Jordan's World Cup match against Algeria killed one and injured eight, according to Jordan News Agency citing the Public Security Directorate.
Lionel Messi scored twice against Austria to become the FIFA World Cup's all-time leading goal scorer with 18 goals, surpassing Miroslav Klose's record of 16.
Saudi athletes won two silver medals at the 10th Special Olympics MENA Regional Beach Games in Tunisia, competing in beach volleyball, triathlon, and open-water swimming.
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Algeria scored two second-half goals to beat Jordan 2-1, eliminating the World Cup debutants. Nadhir Benbouali and Amine Gouiri secured the comeback win.
Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway beat Senegal 3-2 to reach the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time since 1998, with four goals in two matches.
Two-time NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo has been traded to the Miami Heat, ending his 13-year tenure with the Milwaukee Bucks. The move signals a new title push for Miami and a rebuild for Milwaukee.
Nearly a quarter of 2026 World Cup players represent a country other than their birthplace, spotlighting dual-national talent and immigration stories amid travel bans and visa restrictions.
Jordan coach Jamal Sellami praised his team's performance after a 2-1 defeat to Algeria, citing inexperience as a factor but expressing pride in their first World Cup campaign.
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King Abdullah II, Crown Prince Hussein, and Princess Rajwa attended Jordan's World Cup match against Algeria, which Jordan lost 2-1. Princess Rajwa is Saudi-born.
