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…
Canada secured a historic 1-0 victory over South Africa after Stephen Eustaquio scored a dramatic injury-time winner to book the co-hosts’ place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16. The decisive goal came in the second minute of stoppage time when Eustaquio fired a low shot from the edge of the penalty area…
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 is officially set after the conclusion of the expanded group stage featuring 48 teams and 72 matches. A total of 32 teams have advanced to the knockout phase, including the top two teams from each of the 12 groups and the eight best third-placed finishers. The Round…
Belgium secured qualification for the World Cup knockout stage with a convincing 5-1 victory over New Zealand in Vancouver, finishing top of Group G. Needing all three points, Belgium dominated from the opening whistle and finally broke the deadlock in the 28th minute. Leandro Trossard capitalised on poor defending from a Kevin De Bruyne corner…
Iran’s hopes of reaching the World Cup knockout stage for the first time remain alive after a dramatic 1-1 draw with Egypt in Seattle. The match ended in heartbreak for Iran after Shoja Khalilzadeh’s late goal was ruled out for offside following a lengthy VAR review. Minutes later, Saeid Ezatolahi headed against the crossbar in…
Cape Verde secured a historic place in the FIFA World Cup knockout stage after a goalless draw against Saudi Arabia saw them finish second in Group H. The Blue Sharks ended the group stage with three points, one ahead of two-time world champions Uruguay and 2034 World Cup hosts Saudi Arabia. The result marks Cape…
