World Cup
Stories in this category
OFFICIAL: Qualification confirmed for Ghana before Croatia kick-off
The Black Stars have secured qualification to the Round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 before kicking a ball in their final Group L fixture against Croatia, following results elsewhere that confirmed Ghana's place in the knockout stage.
OFFICIAL: FIFA confirms Ghana’s qualification ahead of Croatia clash
The Black Stars have secured qualification to the Round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 before kicking a ball in their final Group L fixture against Croatia, following results elsewhere that confirmed Ghana's place in the knockout stage.
Ivory Coast reach World Cup knockout for the first time
Ivory Coast reached the knockout stages for the first time in World Cup history, thanks to a Nicolas Pepe double as they eliminated minnows Curacao.
Senegal score their way to last 32 contention
Senegal gave themselves hope of extending their stay at the FIFA World Cup™ with an emphatic 5-0 win over Iraq as the two nations met for the first time on football's biggest stage in the final Group I clash in Toronto.
2026 WC: Kwasi Sibo targets Group L top spot as Black Stars eye win over Croatia
Black Stars midfielder Kwasi Sibo has set his sights on finishing top of Group L at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, as Ghana prepare for a crucial final group match against Croatia. Ghana strengthened their qualification hopes with a disciplined goalless draw against England at Boston Stadium on Tuesday, a result that...
Laryea Kingston calls on Carlos Queiroz to tweak tactics against Croatia
Former Ghana international Laryea Kingston has called for slight tactical adjustments from the Black Stars as they continue their campaign at the FIFA World Cup. Kingston’s remarks follow Ghana’s disciplined defensive performance in their goalless draw against England, a result that further strengthened the team’s hope...
2026 WC: Australia and Paraguay play out draw which suits both
Australia sealed their passage to the last 32 and Paraguay are almost certain to join them after they shared a drab draw in San Francisco which suited both sides. The Socceroos needed a draw to qualify as runners-up – while Paraguay knew a fourth point in the group stage would likely make them one of […]
Lamine Yamal shows why this could be his World Cup
Lamine Yamal was the story before kick-off and is dominating the conversation long after the final whistle, too.
Czech Republic ends Irish World Cup dream with shootout win
The Republic of Ireland's dream of reaching the World Cup finals for the first time in 24 years was shattered by the Czech Republic, who won 4-3 on penalties after an incident-packed play-off semi-final in Prague.
World Cup: McNair despair as Northern Ireland miss opportunity in Italy
Paddy McNair rued a missed opportunity for Northern Ireland as their World Cup dreams were crushed by Italy.
VAR official who made hand gesture returns to duty
Video assistant referee (VAR) official Shaun Evans will return to duty for New Zealand's game against Egypt on Sunday (Monday, 02:00 BST).
US, Mexico, Canada announce Ebola-related travel measures ahead of World Cup
The United States, Mexico and Canada on Thursday announced aligned public health travel measures for people coming from African regions at the greatest risk from Ebola, they said in a joint statement, as they aim to protect citizens and visitors during the World Cup. “The health and safety of every person in the reg...