2026 World Cup

Croatia’s win over Ghana, 2026 World Cup round of 32 and at least 11 million dollars in FIFA prize money

Croatia’s 2-1 win over Ghana sealed second place in Group L, a place in the 2026 World Cup round of 32 and at least 11 million dollars in FIFA prize money for the federation. Goals by Petar Sučić and Nikola Vlašić turned the final group match into a result with sporting and financial weight before the knockout round

28.06.2026

Steve Clarke leaves Scotland after 2026 World Cup exit and the end of a defining seven-year national era

Steve Clarke has stepped down as Scotland head coach after the team’s exit from the 2026 World Cup. Scotland collected three points in Group C, but a win over Haiti and defeats to Morocco and Brazil were not enough to reach the knockout stage among the best third-placed teams. His departure ends a seven-year spell that restored Scotland to major tournaments and a first World Cup since 1998

28.06.2026

Taremi attacks FIFA after Iran draw over visa chaos, travel strain and Tijuana base at 2026 World Cup

Iran captain Mehdi Taremi strongly criticized FIFA and Gianni Infantino after a third group-stage draw at the 2026 World Cup. Iran says visa problems, missing staff and constant travel from its Tijuana base seriously disrupted preparation and raised questions about equal conditions at the tournament

Austria and Algeria under Gijón’s shadow in a crucial 2026 World Cup Group J showdown

Austria and Algeria meet in Kansas City for a decisive 2026 World Cup Group J match, with memories of the 1982 “Disgrace of Gijón” resurfacing. Ralf Rangnick and Vladimir Petković reject any talk of calculation, but the expanded format and a possible Spain tie raise the stakes

Reece James out against Panama as Bukayo Saka returns for England’s key World Cup group match

England face Panama aiming to secure top spot in Group L, but Thomas Tuchel must reshape his defence without injured Reece James. Bukayo Saka is pain-free and ready to start, while Declan Rice and Elliot Anderson are available for the decisive World Cup group fixture

England's 2026 World Cup Round of 32 place before Panama clash, with Group L knockout path still wide open

England confirmed a place in the Round of 32 before facing Panama at the 2026 World Cup. Results in other groups removed the risk of an early exit, but the final Group L match still matters for seeding, the knockout opponent, team rhythm and vital confidence after a win over Croatia and a draw with Ghana

Belgium thrash New Zealand 5-1 in Vancouver to win Group G at the 2026 World Cup

Belgium defeated New Zealand 5-1 at BC Place in Vancouver to reach the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup. Leandro Trossard, Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku and Alexis Saelemaekers led the attacking display that sent Belgium to the top of Group G

France beat Norway 4-1 in Foxborough as Dembélé hat-trick seals first place in 2026 World Cup Group I

France defeated Norway 4-1 in Foxborough in the third round of 2026 World Cup Group I, powered by Ousmane Dembélé’s hat-trick and a confirmed first-place finish. The anticipated Mbappé-Haaland storyline became a showcase of France’s attacking depth, while Norway still moved forward despite the heavy defeat

FIFA, 2026 World Cup tickets and Gianni Infantino: how ticket allocations strengthen presidential power

Deutschlandfunk’s series on Gianni Infantino has raised questions about FIFA’s 2026 World Cup ticketing system, high prices and allocations given to national associations. Critics say the model can create loyalty toward the leadership of world football’s governing body

Germany’s defeat to Ecuador raises mentality questions before the 2026 World Cup knockout stage begins

Germany finished top of the group, but a 2-1 defeat to Ecuador sparked debate over focus, intensity and mentality before the 2026 World Cup knockout stage. Julian Nagelsmann rejected claims of a lack of commitment, while Joshua Kimmich and Deniz Undav admitted Ecuador looked more determined and aggressive

2026 World Cup: Four Round Of 32 Ties Confirmed, USA Faces Bosnia, Australia Awaits Group G Runner-Up

After Group D was completed, four ties in the first knockout round of the 2026 World Cup are confirmed. The USA, winner of the group, will face Bosnia and Herzegovina, Australia awaits the Group G runner-up, Paraguay remains alive as a third-placed team with four points, and Turkey is out despite beating the host side

Japan and Sweden draw 1-1 in Arlington and reach the 2026 World Cup knockout stage from Group F together

Japan and Sweden drew 1-1 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington in the third round of Group F at the 2026 World Cup. Daizen Maeda put Japan ahead, Anthony Elanga quickly equalized for Sweden, and the result sent both teams into the knockout stage after a balanced match shaped by caution, pressure and late chances