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Panama Out Of World Cup After Defeat To Croatia
Croatia, who made it to the last four of the 2018 and 2022 tournaments, were looking to bounce back after a 4-2 defeat to England in their opening Group L game. Croatia’s forward #11 Ante Budimir celebrates with teammates scoring his team’s first goal during the 2026 World Cup Group L football match between Panama…
England, Ghana Edge Closer To Last 32 After Goalless Draw
Thomas Tuchel’s side top Group L with four points, above Ghana on goal difference, going into their final game against Panama. England’s forward #09 Harry Kane shoots to goal during the 2026 World Cup Group L football match between England and Ghana at the Boston Stadium in Foxborough on June 23, 2026. (Photo by FRANCK…
Ronaldo Inspires Portugal To 5-0 World Cup Rout Of Uzbekistan
Ronaldo’s brace in the opening period, either side of a Nuno Mendes free-kick, as well as an Abduvohid Nematov own goal and a late Rafael Leao strike earned Portugal their first win in Group K. Portugal’s forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo (C) celebrates after his team’s fourth goal during the 2026 World Cup Group K football…
Ronaldo Silences Critics With Historic World Cup Goal
It is testament to Ronaldo’s longevity, the former Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus superstar having scored his first World Cup goal in 2006, against Iran. Cristiano Ronaldo became the first man to score in six different World Cup campaigns when he struck against Uzbekistan on Tuesday in Houston. The 41-year-old Portugal skipper, under pressure…
NSC Renews Chelle’s Contract, Hands Him Olympic Eagles Job
Chelle’s initial two-year contract is due to expire at the end of 2026, and negotiations over an improved deal have been ongoing in recent months. A file photo of Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle in training. The National Sports Commission (NSC) has announced that Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle will remain in charge of…
Gattuso Returns To Coaching With Lazio After Italy Debacle
Italian media report that Gattuso has signed a two-year deal with Lazio, with an annual net salary of 1.5 million euros ($1.7 million). FILE: Gennaro Gattuso Gennaro Gattuso will make his return to coaching with Lazio after being hired by the ailing Serie A club on Tuesday, nearly three months after his short tenure as…
Last One, The Best One? How Messi Keeps Doing It At World Cup
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni, Messi’s team-mate at the 2006 World Cup, has built an ecosystem around Messi to allow his captain to do his thing. Argentina’s forward #10 Lionel Messi waves as he leaves the pitch after winning the 2026 World Cup Group J football match between Argentina and Austria at the Dallas Stadium in…
Portugal Coach Defends ‘Role Model’ Ronaldo Despite Slow World Cup Start
Former Manchester United, Juventus, and Real Madrid forward Ronaldo was largely anonymous, and both the player and the coach were criticised afterwards. Portugal’s forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal’s Spanish head coach Roberto Martinez celebrate winning the UEFA Nations League final football match between Portugal and Spain in Munich, southern Germany on June 8, 2025.…
Algeria Beat Jordan 2-1 In World Cup Group game
The win gives Algeria hope of progressing to the knockout round if they can beat Austria in Kansas City on Saturday. Algeria need a good result against Austria to make the next round. Photo: FIFA. Algeria came behind to beat Jordan 2-1 in a World Cup Group J game on Monday, eliminating the Asian debutants…
Two-Goal Haaland Fires Norway Past Senegal, Reach World Cup Last 32
Senegal must beat Iraq, who are also without a point, in their final game to stand a chance of avoiding an early exit. Norway’s forward #09 Erling Braut Haaland scores his team’s third goal during the 2026 World Cup Group I football match between Norway and Senegal at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East…
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