Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France began their quest for a third FIFA World Cup title with a 3-1 victory over Senegal in their Group I opener on Tuesday. The Real Madrid forward netted in the second half to break the deadlock before adding a stoppage-time strike, while Bradley Barcola also found the net as…
Cristiano Ronaldo’s record-equalling sixth World Cup began on a disappointing note as Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw by the Democratic Republic of Congo in their Group K opener on Wednesday. Yoane Wissa’s equaliser cancelled out an early strike from João Neves, as DR Congo — appearing at their first World Cup finals since…
Sweden produced a dominant display to defeat Tunisia 5-1 on Sunday, dealing a major blow to the North African side’s defensive reputation and moving to the top of Group F at the FIFA World Cup. The Scandinavians took an early lead in Guadeloupe through midfielder Yasin Ayari, whose powerful long-range strike found the net in…
Ivory Coast began their FIFA World Cup campaign on a winning note after a late goal from Amad Diallo secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ecuador in their Group E opener on Sunday. The match at a packed stadium in Philadelphia appeared destined for a goalless draw until Diallo, who came on as a second-half…
By Ayomide Otitoju Ivory Coast head coach Emerse Fae has downplayed speculation linking winger Yan Diomande with a move to Liverpool, insisting the player’s immediate focus remains on the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking after Ivory Coast’s 1-0 victory over Ecuador in their Group E clash in Philadelphia on Saturday, Fae joked about reports surrounding…
By Ayomide Otitoju Chelsea have agreed a deal to sell Spanish defender Marc Cucurella to Real Madrid in a transfer worth an initial £47.5 million, with performance-related add-ons potentially taking the total value to £51.8 million. The 27-year-old is currently with the Spain national team in the United States for the FIFA World Cup and…
By Ayomide Otitoju Real Madrid have completed the signing of Spanish defender Marc Cucurella from Chelsea on a six-year contract in a deal worth an initial £47.5 million, with add-ons potentially taking the total fee to £51.8 million. The 27-year-old joins the Spanish giants four years after Chelsea signed him from Brighton & Hove Albion…
By Ayomide Otitoju Brazil captain Marquinhos has admitted that the 2026 FIFA World Cup could represent his final opportunity to secure football’s ultimate prize and etch his name into the sport’s history books. The Paris Saint-Germain defender, who has established himself as a key figure for both club and country, said he is fully aware…
The 2026 FIFA World Cup got underway on Thursday with co-hosts Mexico taking an early lead against South Africa in front of a capacity crowd of 80,000 at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Julian Quiñones opened the scoring in the ninth minute of the tournament’s opening match, giving Mexico early control at the iconic…
