World Cup 2026: Six million fans, three countries and a team racing to stop outbreaks
As six million fans travel across North America for the 2026 World Cup, health authorities are on alert for any sign of an infectious disease outbreak. Read More
Spain fails to impress in World Cup opener against Cape Verde as Sweden steamroll 5-1 past Tunisia
Spain, considered by many as one of the favourites to win the title, failed to impress in their opening match against Cape Verde, which ended in a nil-nil draw, as…
Spain record surprising goalless draw against Cape Verde
Debutants Cape Verde, a nation of over 500,000 people, held out against Luis de la Fuente’s star-studded team, playing defensively and relying on few counterattacks that nearly caused an upset…
Germany wins 7-1 after Curaçao scores its first-ever FIFA World Cup goal
Football: Germany won 7-1 against Curaçao in the Group E opener in Houston. Read More
After refused entry into US, Somali referee Omar Artan will be paid full World Cup fee by FIFA
Full tournament salary will be paid to Somali referee Omar Artan by FIFA after his entry into the US was refused by border officials over “association with suspected membres of…
Anteater prediction: how World Cup oracle Taio tips Germany’s opening match
Germany’s first World Cup game is still to come, yet the new tournament oracle has already spoken – and anteater Taio’s prediction won’t please every DFB fan. Read More
New York Knicks win NBA Championship for first time in more than 50 years
US President Donald Trump congratulated the team in a post on his Truth Social account. The Knicks beat the Spurs 94-90 to seal the series victory. Read More
Qatar claims first-ever World Cup point with dramatic stoppage-time equaliser
Qatar secured its first ever World Cup point with a draw against Switzerland, sparking celebrations at home and across the Arab world. Read More
World Cup 2026: where in France is the curfew for under-16s enforced?
In some municipalities, unprecedented measures now target unaccompanied teenagers, after repeated disturbances at festive gatherings. Read More
Australia start World Cup with a bang after Brazil earn draw against Morocco
Brazil star Vinicius Jr. stepped up to spare his nation’s blushes with a superb solo effort against 2022 semifinalists Morocco. Read More