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FIFA World Cup 2026: Who won yesterday? Latest results and Round of 16 qualifiers

FIFA 2026: Mexico ended a 40-year wait for a World Cup knockout win, beating Ecuador 2-0. England narrowly escaped an upset, with Harry Kane's brace securing a 2-1 victory over DR Congo. Belgium staged a dramatic comeback, overcoming a two-goal deficit to defeat Senegal 3-2 after extra time. The United…

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Tielemans' 124:44 strike sets record as Belgium script historic comeback

FIFA World Cup match: Belgium staged a stunning comeback against Senegal, winning 3-2 after extra time thanks to Youri Tielemans' record-breaking 124th-minute penalty. This marked the latest goal ever in World Cup history. Belgium also overcame their latest two-goal deficit in regulation, with Romelu Lukaku and Tielemans scoring late to…

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FIFA World Cup 2026 Today Match Schedule (2 July): India Time, full fixtures, match timings, venues, latest standings and other details

FIFA World Cup 2026 match schedule for 2 July: Football fever grips India as the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 heats up on July 2. Fans can witness thrilling encounters including Spain vs. Austria and Portugal vs. Croatia. Early morning matches on July 2 feature Belgium vs. Senegal…

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Trump receives sports event tickets worth nearly $120,000

President Donald Trump's latest financial disclosure reveals he received approximately $120,000 in tickets to major sporting events. Gifts included FIFA World Cup final, Super Bowl, and US Open tickets from entities like FIFA, the New Orleans Saints owner, and Rolex. UFC and New York Yankees also provided tickets, highlighting Trump's…

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FIFA World Cup 2026 top scorers: Who is leading the Golden Boot race?

Kylian Mbappé has surged to the top of the 2026 FIFA World Cup scoring charts, netting twice against Sweden to reach six goals, level with Lionel Messi. This brace also marked a significant milestone, bringing his World Cup tally to 18 goals in 18 matches. The French captain's stellar performance…

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Wait Before Buying World Cup Tickets — Read This Warning First

Football fans are warned about AI-driven scams targeting FIFA World Cup ticket buyers, with fake websites and offers. Experts advise caution and verification to avoid falling victim to fraud.

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World Cup 2026 R32 Belgium vs. Senegal Predictions and Picks

Belgium vs. Senegal meet at Lumen Field on July 1 in the World Cup 2026 R32. Our pick: Belgium to win in 90 minutes at +120.

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Nine of ten African teams qualify for Round of 32

Africa has rewritten FIFA World Cup history after an unprecedented nine of its 10 teams from the continent secured places in the Round of 32 in the 2026 tournament, smashing the previous record of just two African teams reaching the knockout stage in a single edition.

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Ecuador's threat not to be underestimated after win over Germany

Ecuador stunned Germany 2-1 in a dramatic World Cup clash, securing a spot in the round of 32. Despite conceding an early goal, Nilson Angulo equalized before Gonzalo Plata netted the winner in the 77th minute. This historic victory marks Ecuador's second-ever progression from a World Cup group stage, showcasing…

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Giant Lionel Messi Statue In Argentina Earns An Array of Wild Reactions From World Cup Fans

The new statue of Lionel Messi in Argentina was unveiled to honour the footballer but has become a viral sensation instead due to its design.

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How to watch Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for FIFA World Cup 2026, team news

Edin Dzeko leads the line for Bosnia and Herzegovina in their must-win clash with Qatar at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Here's how to watch the Group B fixture for free online and from anywhere.

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NASA sent a FIFA World Cup 2026 ball to the ISS so astronauts can test their footwork in zero gravity (video)

Soccer balls are tricky to design for proper spin. NASA highlighted how it is helping with FIFA ball design — and providing entertainment for ISS astronauts.

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Momentum vs pressure: Which teams are peaking at the right time in 2026 FIFA World Cup?

The FIFA World Cup knockout stage is here, with teams showing diverse forms. France, Brazil, and Spain are setting a strong pace with dynamic play. Argentina, Germany, and England are displaying composure under pressure, while Portugal and the Netherlands are quietly peaking. Success now hinges on adapting and performing when…

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As the 2026 World Cup expands, so does the threat surface

How cyber, physical, and operational threats converge around the 2026 World Cup ecosystem.

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi plays down 2030 World Cup talk

Lionel Messi, celebrating his 39th birthday, has indicated he'll continue playing as long as he's physically capable and contributing to his team. While focusing on the present, the football icon remains non-committal about the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Argentina's dominant start to the 2026 World Cup, with Messi leading the…

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Who was Eusébio? Portugal's first global football superstar, aka The Black Panther, whose 60-year-old FIFA World Cup record was just broken by Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo has rewritten football history, becoming Portugal's all-time leading World Cup goalscorer with a brace against Uzbekistan. The 41-year-old's two goals propelled him past Eusébio's nine-goal record, marking his tenth World Cup strike. This historic achievement also makes him the first player to score in six different World Cup…

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FIFA World Cup 2026: "Just going to enjoy this moment," says Messi after historic goal record

Lionel Messi has etched his name further in football history, becoming the all-time leading goalscorer in men's World Cup history with two goals against Austria. Despite the milestone, the Argentine star emphasized enjoying the present moment and celebrating with his teammates. His brace also propels him to the top of…

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"Wonderwall belongs to the people." Noel Gallagher endorses Oasis classic being adopted as England’s official FIFA World Cup 2026 anthem, even though he's not an England fan

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Who won yesterday's matches?

Egypt made history with their maiden World Cup win, a 3-1 triumph over New Zealand, while Argentina and France solidified their knockout stage berths with dominant performances. Norway secured a thrilling 3-2 victory against Senegal, boosting their progression hopes. Meanwhile, Belgium and Iran played out a goalless draw, and Uruguay…

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The clever VPN trick to stream every World Cup match for free in Dubai

All the ways to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 live streams online in UAE, including FREE options.

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi eyes more records as Argentina prepare for Austria test

Lionel Messi is on the cusp of rewriting FIFA World Cup history as Argentina faces Austria. Following a record-breaking hat-trick in their opener, the 38-year-old legend aims to extend his scoring streak and potentially claim the all-time goal-scoring record. Messi also holds numerous other World Cup milestones, and another victory…

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Japan script multiple records as tournament reaches 1000-match milestone in over nine decades

Japan achieved their most significant World Cup victory, defeating Tunisia 4-0 in the tournament's 1000th match. Daichi Kamada scored the fastest goal for Japan, while Ayase Ueda netted a brace, marking a historic performance for the Samurai Blue. This emphatic win propels Japan to four points in Group F, boosting…

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Brian Brobbey scores fourth-fastest brace in tournament's history

Netherlands star Brian Brobbey has entered the record books after scoring the fourth fastest braces in FIFA World Cup history, during his side's 5-1 win over Sweden in the 2026 World Cup Group F clash on Saturday (local time).

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On This Day in History, June 21: Ferris wheel opens, Okinawa battle ends, Greenland gains self-rule, WNBA launches, US Constitution takes effect, 5th Harry Potter and other key events

On This Day in History, June 21 saw the opening of the world's first Ferris wheel, the end of Japanese resistance on Okinawa during World War II, Brazil and Pelé secure a third World Cup title, Greenland gain expanded self-government and the launch of the WNBA. The date also includes…

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Tartan Army bids Boston a bittersweet farewell after doing Scotland proud

National pride, much like a Scottish national side's football game, is hard-won and so easily lost. After a 10-day takeover of Boston, with one…

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