Mbappe’s Goal Against Paraguay Sends Les Bleus to Quarter-Finals

Paraguay successfully limited the two-time champions to very few opportunities until substitute Desire Doue was fouled in the box by Brighton's Diego Gomez. Following a video assistant referee (VAR) review, referee Ilgiz Tantashev awarded a penalty.Kylian Mbappe confidently took the penalty, sending Orlando Gill the wrong way and securing France's

Belgium Edge Senegal After Extra-Time Drama to Reach Last 16

This time, Senegal's players left the field without the sting of injustice that marred their early exit from the Africa Cup of Nations final in January. However, they still faced disappointment as Belgium advanced to the last 16 deep into extra time. The decisive moment came when Youri Tielemans calmly

Belgium vs Senegal: World Cup Round of 32 Preview & Prediction

Tonight, the Pacific Northwest comes alive with World Cup excitement as Belgium's revamped Red Devils take on Senegal's resilient Lions of Teranga in a thrilling Round of 32 clash at Lumen Field.Kick-off is set for 11:00 PM EAT, as both teams arrive at this knockout stage with contrasting pasts, renewed

Morocco Beat Netherlands on Penalties to Reach World Cup Last 16

Morocco triumphed over the Netherlands in a nail-biting penalty shootout, securing their place in the last 16 of the FIFA World Cup. The match, held in Monterrey, ended in a dramatic 1-1 draw after extra time.Key to this victory was Morocco's goalkeeper, Yassine Bounou, who made a pivotal save against

Canada Edge South Africa to Reach Historic World Cup Last 16

Canada, the co-host of the World Cup, achieved a thrilling 1-0 victory over South Africa on Sunday, marking their first advance to the round of 16. In a nail-biting finish, midfielder Stephen Eustaquio scored the decisive goal in the 92nd minute, capitalizing on a headed clearance that fell perfectly to

Zico Backs Brazil Ahead of World Cup Clash with Japan

When discussing Brazil versus Japan, Zico inevitably comes to mind. This Brazilian legend, celebrated as a trailblazer in Japanese football, might feel a bit conflicted during such a match. However, he firmly states that when the teams take the field at the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Monday, he will

Musa Otieno Urges Kenya to Learn From World Cup Success

Musa Otieno, former captain of the Harambee Stars, encourages Kenyan football stakeholders to leverage the ongoing FIFA World Cup as a model for revitalizing the national team. He emphasizes that the tournament has highlighted the gaps preventing Kenya from competing at the highest level.With the Harambee Stars missing from the

England Beat Croatia in World Cup Opener After Thrilling 4-2 Victory in Dallas

England kicked off their World Cup journey with an exciting victory over Croatia in Dallas. Thomas Tuchel’s team showcased their offensive strength but struggled defensively. However, their attacking power ultimately led them to triumph over Croatia, setting a solid foundation for their progress in Group L.Harry Kane opened the scoring

USA Thrashes Paraguay 4-1 in Dream World Cup Opener

Doubts about the USA's readiness to handle the spotlight of hosting the 2026 World Cup vanished within just 45 spectacular minutes against Paraguay on Saturday.With a dazzling pre-game atmosphere featuring a performance by Katy Perry and Hollywood stars like Tom Cruise cheering from the stands, it would have been easy

Three Red Cards Spark Debate at 2026 World Cup Opener

The days of frequent red cards in World Cup matches seems behind us—until now!In the opening game, Mexico triumphed over South Africa 2-0, but not without drama. South Africa's Yaya Sithole and Themba Zwane were sent off, along with Mexico's Cesar Montes in stoppage time.After the low red card