The United States defeated Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to qualify for the last 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after an impressive performance in Santa Clara. Folarin Balogun opened the scoring by reacting quickest to a deflected pass from Malik Tillman. However, Balogun’s night ended shortly after the hour mark when he was shown a red…
Belgium produced one of the biggest comebacks of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, recovering from a two-goal deficit to defeat Senegal 3-2 after extra time and book a place in the last 16. Senegal looked set for victory after Habib Diarra and Ismaïla Sarr scored to give their side a deserved 2-0 lead. But Belgium…
Harry Kane scored twice in the closing stages as England fought back to beat DR Congo 2-1 and secure a place in the last 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. England looked set for one of the biggest upsets in their World Cup history after Brian Cipenga gave DR Congo an early lead. The…
At least two people died during large-scale World Cup celebrations in Mexico City after Mexico defeated Ecuador to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 16. According to the city’s health ministry, a 19-year-old woman and a 44-year-old man died from asphyxiation during the celebrations on Wednesday. Authorities have not confirmed reports by local…
Mexico advanced to the 2026 FIFA World Cup last 16 with a convincing 2-0 victory over Ecuador in a weather-delayed match at the Azteca Stadium. A thunderstorm forced kick-off in Mexico City to be delayed by an hour, but once play began, the hosts wasted no time taking control. Backed by a passionate home crowd,…
France booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup last 16 with a commanding 3-0 victory over Sweden, inspired by a record-breaking performance from Kylian Mbappe. The France captain scored once in each half to become the highest goalscorer in World Cup knockout history with 10 goals. His latest brace also moved him level…
Norway secured a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup last 16 after Erling Haaland scored a dramatic late winner in a thrilling 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast in Dallas. The match looked destined for extra time after both sides produced moments of brilliance. Antonio Nusa gave Norway the lead in the 39th minute with…
Morocco secured a dramatic place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup last 16 after defeating the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties, following a 1-1 draw after extra time. The Atlas Lions dominated large parts of the match but were repeatedly denied by Dutch goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen and the woodwork. Their frustrations grew when Cody Gakpo, who…
Paraguay eliminated Germany from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after winning 4-3 on penalties following a tense 1-1 draw that lasted through extra time. The South Americans took the lead just before half-time when Julio Enciso, formerly of Brighton and Ipswich Town, headed home to put Germany under pressure. Germany responded strongly after the break….
Brazil booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup last 16 after Gabriel Martinelli scored a dramatic 96th-minute winner in a thrilling 2-1 victory over Japan. Japan made the brighter start and deservedly took the lead in the first half. Kaishu Sano capitalised on a misplaced pass from Danilo, drove forward and fired a…
