Canada reach last 16 for first time after late winner against South Africa
Canada have reached the last 16 of the World Cup for the first time after beating South Africa with a late winner, continuing what has been a remarkable tournament for…
Canada reach last 16 for first time as Marsch hails ‘Canadian heroes’
Canada have reached the last 16 of the World Cup for the first time after beating South Africa with a late winner, sparking celebrations across a country that is rapidly…
Austria and Algeria deny ‘Disgrace of Gijon’ repeat after dramatic 3-3 draw sends both through
Austria and Algeria have strongly denied colluding in their final Group J match at the 2026 World Cup, after a chaotic 3-3 draw eliminated Iran and sent both sides into…
From Leeds heartbreak to World Cup history: How Jesse Marsch led Canada into the knockouts
Jesse Marsch has etched his name into Canadian football history by guiding the country into the knockout stages of a World Cup for the first time. On Sunday, Canada face…
Iran exit World Cup on goal difference despite being unbeaten in group stage
Few eliminations in recent World Cup memory have been as cruel as Iran’s exit from the 2026 tournament. Amir Ghalenoei’s side went through the entire group stage unbeaten, yet still…
Scotland exit World Cup after defeat to Brazil as Croatia seal their fate
Scotland have been eliminated from the World Cup after losing their final Group L match to Brazil, with Croatia’s victory confirming they cannot finish among the eight best third-placed teams…
Wales Under-19s Look to Chris Gunter as Home Hosts for UEFA Championship
Chris Gunter is back where his Wales story began, but this time in the dugout. The 36-year-old is now head coach of Wales Under-19s, who will serve as hosts for…
World Cup Fans Clash With American Tipping Culture as Costs Mount
International fans travelling to the United States for the World Cup are experiencing a culture shock around tipping, with supporters from England, Australia and Japan expressing frustration at the additional…
World Cup 2026 format under scrutiny as third-place qualification rules create tactical dilemmas
It takes 72 games to reduce the field at the 2026 World Cup from 48 teams to 32 — and the format designed to manage that process is already facing…
Beccacece survives the drop after Ecuador beat Germany to reach World Cup knockouts
Sebastian Beccacece cut an emotional figure as he embraced family members, fans and friends after Ecuador beat Germany to secure their place in the World Cup knockout stages. The Argentine…