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World Cup 2026: Bruno Fernandes wary of DR Congo threat ahead of Group K opener
Portugal midfielder Bruno Fernandes has cautioned against underestimating DR Congo ahead of their opening Group K clash at the 2026...
World Cup 2026: Did semi-automated offside technology treat Argentina and Algeria differently?
The controversy surrounding Argentina’s 3-0 victory over Algeria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup extended beyond debates over Lionel Messi’s...
World Cup 2026: Arab nations make strong statement as Morocco and Egypt shine
The opening round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered a mixture of pride, promise and disappointment for the eight...
World Cup 2026: Brazil vs Morocco sets historic US television audience record
Brazil and Morocco’s captivating 1-1 draw at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has broken television records in the United States,...
World Cup 2026: Breaking down Panama’s tactics before Ghana’s Group L opener
Ghana’s FIFA World Cup 2026 journey gets underway on Wednesday, June 17, when the Black Stars face Panama in a...
World Cup 2026: European clubs chasing Ayyoub Bouaddi excites me – Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi
Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi has praised Ayyoub Bouaddi after the teenager’s eye-catching performance in their 1-1 draw with Brazil...
World Cup 2026: Mohamed Ouahbi defends Ayyoub Bouaddi selection after impressive debut
Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi has defended his decision to hand a starting role to teenage midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, insisting...
Mohamed Ouahbi has downplayed growing excitement around teenage midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, insisting the youngster’s early international involvement does not reflect...
World Cup 2026: Herve Renard takes charge as Tunisia look to rebound after heavy defeat to Sweden
New Tunisia coach Hervé Renard has wasted no time settling into his role, overseeing his first training session on Tuesday...
World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast team safe after Wilmington shooting incident, Federation confirms
The Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) has reassured supporters that the national team was not affected by a reported shooting incident...
World Cup 2026: Kalidou Koulibaly questions travel restrictions on Senegal fans after loss to France
Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly has expressed frustration over the travel restrictions preventing many Senegalese supporters from attending the FIFA World...
FEATURE: Teenager Bouaddi gives Morocco reason to dream at World Cup
Less than three months ago, Ayyoub Bouaddi was captaining France’s Under-21 side in a European Championship qualifier. Now, he is...
World Cup 2026: Mendy remains upbeat as Senegal eye recovery after opening defeat to France
Senegal goalkeeper Édouard Mendy believes his side are still firmly in contention to progress from their group at the 2026...
Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy has admitted his side paid the price for lapses in concentration during their 3-1 defeat to...
World Cup 2026: Argentina 3-0 Algeria Player Ratings
Algeria’s return to the FIFA World Cup ended in disappointment as the Desert Foxes suffered a 3-0 defeat to defending...
World Cup 2026: Czech Republic banking on set-piece “weapon” ahead of South Africa clash
Czech Republic assistant coach Jan Rezek has highlighted set-pieces as a key tactical weapon his side will rely on as...
Argentina launched the defence of their FIFA World Cup title in commanding fashion on Wednesday morning as Lionel Messi delivered...
Hussein Ammouta to earn $145,000 as monthly salary as Al Ahly coach
Egyptian giants Al Ahly SC have confirmed the appointment of Moroccan tactician Hussein Ammouta as their new head coach on...
Motsepe hails Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt and Cape Verde after impressive World Cup 2026 starts
CAF President Patrice Motsepe has praised the performances of Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt and Cape Verde after all three African nations...