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Match previews
- 3–4 minutesTags : Didier Deschamps, France, Graham Arnold, Iraq, Kylian Mbappé, Preview, Zidane Iqbal
France vs Iraq: les Bleus look to build on Senegal win at the World Cup
France host Iraq in World Cup Group Stage matchday 2 at Lincoln Financial Field. Here is what is at stake for both sides on June 22.
- 3–4 minutesTags : Egypt, Hossam Hassan, Mohamed Salah, New Zealand, Omar Marmoush, Preview
Salah, Marmoush and Egypt’s World Cup push face New Zealand test in Vancouver
Egypt need a result against New Zealand at BC Place to stay in World Cup contention. Here’s what’s at stake in Group Stage – 2.
- 3–5 minutesTags : Argentina, Austria, Lionel Messi, Lionel Scaloni, Preview, Ralf Rangnick
Messi and Argentina look to stay sharp against a dangerous Austria side
Argentina take on Austria in World Cup Group Stage 2 at AT&T Stadium. Both sides opened with wins, here is what is at stake in this critical matchup.
- 3–5 minutesTags : A. Ghalenoei, Belgium, Iran, Kevin De Bruyne, Mehdi Taremi, Preview, R. Garcia
Iran and Belgium face knockout-stage elimination threat at SoFi Stadium
Belgium and Iran both opened with draws in World Cup 2026 Group Stage. What’s at stake at SoFi Stadium on June 21, and who needs the points more?
- 3–4 minutesTags : Fernando Hierro, Lamine Yamal, Preview, Roberto Mancini, Rodri, Saudi Arabia, Spain
Saudi Arabia’s draw with Uruguay sets up a tricky test for Spain
Spain and Saudi Arabia meet at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in World Cup Group Stage 2, both needing points after contrasting openers.
- 3–4 minutesTags : Arda Guler, Gustavo Alfaro, Hakan Calhanoglu, Paraguay, Preview, Türkiye, Vincenzo Montella
Türkiye and Paraguay both need a win after opening losses
Türkiye host Paraguay at Levi’s Stadium in World Cup Group Stage 2, both sides on zero points after heavy opening defeats. Here’s what’s at stake.
- 3–5 minutesTags : Graham Potter, Netherlands, Preview, Ronald Koeman, Sweden, Viktor Gyokeres, Youssef Ayari
Sweden’s 5-1 romp puts Netherlands under pressure in group h
Sweden arrive at NRG Stadium on the back of a 5-1 demolition of Tunisia. Netherlands need a response after their opening draw. Group H preview.
- 3–5 minutesTags : Florian Wirtz, Franck Kessie, Germany, Ibrahim Sangaré, Ivory Coast, J. Löw, Jamal Musiala, Preview
Germany vs Ivory Coast: two perfect starts collide at BMO Field
Germany and Ivory Coast both won their World Cup 2026 openers and meet at BMO Field in a Group Stage-2 clash that could shape who advances early.
- 3–4 minutesTags : Achraf Hakimi, Morocco, Preview, Scotland, Scott McTominay, Sofyan Amrabat, Steve Clarke, Vahid Halilhodžić
Scotland vs Morocco: two teams chasing their first World Cup 2026 win
Scotland and Morocco meet at Gillette Stadium in Group Stage matchday 2 of the 2026 World Cup, both needing a result to keep qualification hopes alive.
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Manchester United retro jersey: the 5 most iconic shirts ever
In recent seasons, Cristiano Ronaldo has redefined what it means to wear the Manchester United jersey. From record-breaking goal hauls to silverware-defining…
- 2–3 minutes
Real Madrid retro jersey: the 5 most iconic shirts ever
In recent seasons, Real Madrid have redefined what it means to wear the famous white shirt. From Champions League triumphs to record-breaking La Liga…
- 8–12 minutes
FC Barcelona jersey 2015: where to buy and iconic versions
In recent seasons, Messi has redefined what it means to wear the Barcelona jersey. From record-breaking goal hauls to silverware-defining moments, the **fc…
- 7–10 minutes
Barcelona pink jersey: where to buy and iconic versions
Few colors have caused as much debate in Catalan football as the **barcelona pink jersey**. For a club whose identity is sewn into the blue-and-claret stripes,…
- 7–10 minutes
Cristiano Ronaldo jersey: where to buy and iconic versions
No footballer in the modern era has shifted more replica shirts than Cristiano Ronaldo. Nike valued his lifetime endorsement at a reported $1 billion in 2016…
- 6–9 minutes
Dembele PSG jersey: where to buy and iconic versions
Ousmane Dembélé arrived in Paris from Barcelona in August 2023 for a reported €50 million fee (per Transfermarkt), walking into a club halfway through a…
- 7–10 minutes
PSG Messi jersey: where to buy and iconic versions
For two seasons, the strangest sight in football was Lionel Messi wearing the colors of Paris Saint-Germain. The August 2021 transfer that no one saw coming…
- 7–11 minutes
Messi jersey Argentina: where to buy and iconic versions
For more than a decade, the **Argentina jersey of Lionel Messi** carried a tragic story. Three lost finals between 2014 and 2016. A brief retirement that…
- 8–11 minutes
Ronaldo 2008 jersey: where to buy and iconic versions
The 2007-08 Manchester United home shirt is the most important jersey of Cristiano Ronaldo’s club career. This is the kit of his **first Ballon d’Or**. The kit…
- 7–10 minutes
Portugal Ronaldo jersey: where to buy and iconic versions
Cristiano Ronaldo has worn the maroon shirt of Portugal for more than two decades. He made his debut on August 20, 2003 against Kazakhstan as an 18-year-old…
Match reviews
3–4 minutesTags : Canada, Jesse Marsch, Jonathan David, Julen Lopetegui, Qatar, Review, World CupJonathan David hat-trick powers Canada to 6-0 demolition of Qatar at BC Place
- 3–5 minutesTags : Javier Aguirre, Luis Romo, Mexico, Myung-Bo Hong, Review, Son Heung-Min, South Korea, World Cup
Romo’s second-half strike sends Mexico top of the group with a perfect record
- 3–4 minutesTags : Bosnia & Herzegovina, Granit Xhaka, J. Manzambi, Murat Yakin, Review, Sergej Barbarez, Switzerland, World Cup
Manzambi double fires Switzerland past Bosnia 4-1 at SoFi Stadium
- 2–4 minutesTags : Colombia, Daniel Munoz, Fabio Cannavaro, Luis Diaz, Nestor Lorenzo, Review, Uzbekistan, World Cup
Colombia down Uzbekistan 3-1 at the Azteca in World Cup opener
- 3–4 minutesTags : Czechia, Hugo Broos, Michal Sadilek, Miroslav Koubek, Review, South Africa, Teboho Mokoena, World Cup
Mokoena’s late penalty rescues South Africa in a 1-1 draw with Czechia
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- 5–7 minutesTags : Cristiano Ronaldo, FIFA World Cup, Joao Neves, Portugal, Rafael Leao, Vitinha
Portugal at the 2026 World Cup : Ronaldo’s last shot at the one prize missing
Portugal arrive at the 2026 World Cup as Nations League champions and genuine contenders, with Cristiano Ronaldo chasing the one trophy missing from his collection. Here is the squad, the key players, and…
- 4–6 minutesTags : FIFA World Cup, Sweden, Viktor Gyokeres
Sweden at world cup 2026 : back through the back door
Eight years after their remarkable run in Russia, Sweden is back at the World Cup. Absent from the 2022 tournament following a disappointing qualification campaign, the Blågult has successfully rebuilt an ambitious project…
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