FIFA president Gianni Infantino praised Argentina and England after an intense 2026 World Cup semifinal, where Lionel Messi's team came from behind to win 2-1 and reach the final against Spain.
Lip readers decoded Messi's conversation with Argentina teammates after discovering England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford's penalty notes during the World Cup semi-final comeback win.
Daniel Bwala criticizes Thomas Tuchel's defensive game plan after England's 2-1 loss to Argentina in the 2026 World Cup semifinal, citing Messi's ability to exploit deep blocks.
Thomas Tuchel defended his back-five substitution after Argentina beat England 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, citing the need to counter crosses and aerial threats.
Lionel Messi tops 2026 Ballon d'Or odds with 31.7% probability after leading Argentina to the World Cup final with a 2-1 win over England.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final will feature Argentina vs Spain at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19, after Argentina defeated England.
Achraf Hakimi has addressed Moroccans after the Atlas Lions' 2-0 quarter-final defeat to France at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, vowing the best is yet to come.
Former England defender Kyle Walker advises the Three Lions to avoid winding up Lionel Messi ahead of their World Cup semifinal clash with Argentina, citing his own experience facing the star.
Nigerian teenager Zadok Yohanna is ranked 80th in the 2026 Golden Boy top 100, competing with Lamine Yamal and Estevao for the award.
Super Eagles striker Henry Onyekuru has mutually terminated his contract with Turkish Süper Lig side Genclerbirligi after a goal-less season, receiving a €940,000 settlement.
FIFA has overhauled its VAR review process at the 2026 World Cup ahead of the England vs Argentina semifinal, following widespread criticism of officiating decisions.
Celtic have offered Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho a new two-year contract with a weekly salary of £35,000 and performance bonuses up to £780,000, following his key role in the 2025/2026 Scottish Premiership title win.
Spain beat France 2-0 to reach the 2026 World Cup final. Opta's supercomputer gives Spain a 55.59% chance of winning, England 21.09% if they beat Argentina, and Argentina 21.09% to retain the title.
Football expert Chris Sutton predicts England will defeat Argentina in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, warning of Argentina's physicality but backing England if they keep their discipline.
England manager Thomas Tuchel says his team will find a way to stop Lionel Messi ahead of the 2026 World Cup semifinal against Argentina at Atlanta Stadium.
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente confirms Lamine Yamal has no injury after limping in semi-final win over France. Yamal won penalty, had goal ruled out by offside tech.
An old video of Arsene Wenger predicting Spain as the only team capable of beating France at the 2026 World Cup resurfaced and went viral after Spain defeated France 2-0 in the semi-final.
Spain's Lamine Yamal hopes to face Lionel Messi and Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final after La Roja beat France 2-0 in the semifinal.
France coach Didier Deschamps questioned the referee's competence after a 2-0 semi-final loss to Spain. Spain's goals came from Oyarzabal and Porro, while France managed zero shots on target in the first half.
Didier Deschamps will step down as France coach after their 2-0 World Cup semi-final loss to Spain, ending his tenure that included a 2018 World Cup win.
An estimated 90,000 fans gathered in Oslo to celebrate Norway's national team after their historic World Cup quarter-final run, with Crown Prince Haakon leading festivities.
Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal face off in the 2026 World Cup semi-final. Yamal has won 8 of 10 previous meetings, including two international semi-finals.
Kylian Mbappe publicly criticized Didier Deschamps' tactics after Spain beat France 2-0 in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro. Deschamps is set to step down after 14 years.
Referee Ivan Barton awarded Spain a penalty in their 2-0 World Cup semifinal win over France, sparking controversy over Lamine Yamal's apparent handball. Experts explain why the decision was correct.
Manchester United have signed Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for £36m on a five-year deal, making him their second midfield addition this summer after Andrey Santos.
Nigeria's Super Eagles official X account posted a 1998 World Cup clip of beating Spain 3-2 after Spain defeated France 2-0 in the 2026 semi-final.
Spain defeated France 2-0 in the World Cup semifinal to advance to Sunday's final, their second-ever appearance in the championship match.
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman explains why Serie A is tougher for attackers due to defensive focus, while Bundesliga offers more open play and chances.
Celtic have offered Kelechi Iheanacho a two-year deal worth £4.42m including bonuses, with a weekly wage of £35,000. Clubs from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey, and MLS also eye the striker.
The family of Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams has not finalised funeral arrangements. Police investigate his death, and SAFA president Danny Jordaan visited the family.