Forward Brandon Thomas-Asante targets World Cup glory with Ghana
Ghana forward Brandon Thomas-Asante has set his sights on winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the Black Stars are...
Tag: 2026 World Cup
World Cup 2026: Cape Verde ready for ‘match of our lives’ against Argentina – Bubista
Cape Verde head coach Bubista says his side will embrace what he described as the “match of our lives” when...
Pressure grows on Senegal coach Pape Thiaw to leave role after World Cup exit
Pressure is intensifying on Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw, with growing calls for him to step down following the Teranga...
FEATURE: What it takes to be chosen as a World Cup referee – and how to ref the final
As 48 nations battle for World Cup glory, another group has endured a similarly grueling path to soccer’s biggest stage: the referees. This...
FEATURE: First Afcon, now World Cup – Senegal trapped in ‘football hell’
In the city famous for giving us rock legends Nirvana, Senegal contrived a way to slip from a blissful state...
World Cup 2026: DR Congo star Yoane Wissa proud despite elimination
DR Congo international Yoane Wissa has reflected with pride rather than disappointment following his outfit elimination from the 2026 FIFA...
Algeria star Riyad Mahrez retires from international football after 2026 World Cup exit
Algeria star Riyad Mahrez has announced his retirement from international football following their elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup....
World Cup 2026: Egypt focused on victory against Australia – Emam Ashour
Egyptian international Emam Ashour insists his outfit are focused on securing victory over Australia in the Round of 32 of...
World Cup 2026: We respect Egypt a lot – Australia coach Tony Popovic ahead of round 32 clash
Australia coach Tony Popovic has reiterated his respect for Egypt ahead of Australia’s crucial Round of 32 clash at the...
World Cup 2026: We’re prepared for Egypt with or without Salah – Australia coach Tony Popovic
Australia coach Tony Popovic insists his outfit is fully prepared to face Egypt in the Round of 32 of the...
World Cup 2026: Switzerland edge Algeria 2-0 to secure round 16 spot
Switzerland booked their place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after securing a convincing 2-0...
World Cup 2026: Egypt star Mohammed Salah declared fit for Australia showdown
Egypt captain Mohamed Salah is available for selection ahead of their crucial Round of 32 clash against Australia in the...
Egypt honoured with commemorative silver medal after historic World Cup knockout milestone
Egypt’s national team have been awarded a commemorative silver medal to mark their breakthrough achievement of reaching the FIFA World...
World Cup 2026: Ghana must carry Africa’s hope against Colombia – Carlos Queiroz
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has described it as the country’s “duty” to ensure at least one African team reaches...
World Cup 2026: Senegal fan rushed to hospital as Teranga Lions suffer humiliating exit
A Senegal supporter was taken to hospital after reportedly losing consciousness during the country’s dramatic 3-2 defeat by Belgium in...
World Cup 2026: Senegal campaign overshadowed by allegations of internal turmoil after Belgium exit
Senegal’s disappointing 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign has been overshadowed by allegations of serious organisational failings within the national team’s...
World Cup 2026: Iker Casillas hails Yassine Bounou after Morocco’s dramatic win over Netherlands
Morocco international Yassine Bounou has received high praise from former Spanish goalkeeping icon Iker Casillas following his heroic performance in...
Oswin Appollis sparks transfer storm after failing to return with Bafana Bafana post-World Cup exit
Orlando Pirates star Oswin Appollis was a noticeable absentee upon South Africa return home following their elimination from the 2026...
World Cup 2026: Senegal midfielder Habib Diarra devastated after exit to Belgium
Senegal international Habib Diarra has expressed deep frustration following his outfit Round of 32 defeat to Belgium at the ongoing...
World Cup 2026: We lacked character – Senegal star Krépin Diatta after late Belgium comeback win
Senegal international Krépin Diatta has expressed deep disappointment after suffering elimination from the 2026 World Cup tournament at the hands...