By scoring against Austria in the second round of Group J of the 2026 World Cup, Lionel Messi reinforced his...
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Messi becomes the all-time leading scorer in men’s World Cup, surpasses Klose
Lionel Messi has become the all-time leading scorer in men’s World Cup history after scoring for Argentina against Austria in...
Beyond football: Morocco’s 2026 World Cup journey reshaping global image and influence
Morocco’s participation at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is evolving into something far greater than a football story. Following the...
World Cup 2026: The Congo hero who almost lost an eye
Yoane Wissa was close to losing his eyesight in 2021; and five years later, he scored a historic goal against Portugal. The Democratic...
FEATURE: ‘My brother hid in a rice sack’ – The refugee stars at the World Cup
When Antonio Rudiger entered the fray as a substitute during Germany’s World Cup opener – a 7-1 victory over Curacao...
World Cup 2026: Morocco among countries with multiple coaches at tournament
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is not only showcasing the world’s best players but also highlighting the growing influence of...
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...
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...
There was a point, late in the first half of Morocco’s opening FIFA World Cup 1-1 draw on Saturday, where the contrast between Brazil’s Casemiro and Ayyoub...
FEATURE: Cape Verde GK Vozinha stopped World Cup favorites Spain … then gained 5M followers
It’s never too late in life to have a breakout. Just ask Cape Verde’s Vozinha. Vozinha woke up on Monday as an...
FEATURE: The 40-year-old keeper who inspired Cape Verde’s historic debut
As the final whistle rang out around the Atlanta Stadium, the cameras cut to Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha. Tears streamed...
Who is Ayyoub Bouaddi – The new Morocco teenage star
Morocco’s opening match against Brazil at the 2026 FIFA World Cup produced a memorable performance that announced a new star...
World Cup 2026: How far can Morocco go in North America?
Morocco captured the imagination of football fans around the world during the 2022 FIFA World Cup, producing one of the...
Marwane Saadane has been handed one of the biggest opportunities of his career after receiving a late call-up to Morocco’s...
World Cup 2026: Can Morocco repeat their historic run from Qatar 2022?
Morocco arrive at the FIFA World Cup 2026 carrying the hopes of a nation eager to prove that their remarkable...
FEATURE: When will an African side win the World Cup?
“If there’s something I want to see before God takes me to heaven or hell it would be great to...
World Cup 2026: How extreme heat and storms could impact teams
As the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup nears its end, teams are preparing not only for their opponents...
FEATURE: Who is the Somali referee barred from entering the US for the World Cup?
Refereeing at the 2026 Fifa World Cup was set to be the highlight of Omar Artan’s career, but the Somali...
FEATURE: Twenty new players to watch at World Cup 2026
You already know about the superstars who could light up the 2026 Fifa World Cup, but what about the next...
Most experience? Youngest? Best leagues? World Cup squads in numbers
With all 48 World Cup squads now confirmed, we look at how they shape up and compare with each other...