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Match previews
- 3–4 minutesTags : Bernardo Silva, Bruno fernandes, Eldor Shomurodov, Fabio Cannavaro, Portugal, Preview, Roberto Martinez, Uzbekistan
Portugal need a response after Congo draw, Uzbekistan have little to lose
Portugal face Uzbekistan at NRG Stadium in World Cup Group Stage 2, looking to bounce back from a 1-1 draw vs Congo DR. Preview, stakes, and key battles.
- 3–4 minutesTags : Erling Haaland, Kalidou Koulibaly, Lars Lagerbäck, Martin Odegaard, Norway, Preview, Senegal
Norway vs Senegal: two winnable group stage games, two very different nights
Norway beat Iraq 4-1 in Group Stage – 1 but face a tougher test against Senegal, who lost to France. Both sides need points to stay in the 2026 World Cup picture.
- 3–5 minutesTags : Egypt, F. Schmid, Hossam Hassan, Mohamed Salah, New Zealand, Preview
New Zealand vs Egypt: two draws, one group, everything to play for at BC Place
New Zealand host Egypt at BC Place in World Cup Group Stage 2. Both sides drew their openers and need points to stay in contention for the round of 32.
- 3–5 minutesTags : Algeria, Jordan, Mousa Tamari, Preview, Riyad Mahrez, Vital Borkelmans, Vladimir Petkovic
Jordan and Algeria both need points at Levi’s Stadium
Jordan lost 3-1 to Austria in Group Stage 1. Algeria fell 3-0 to Argentina. Both sides arrive at Levi’s Stadium with their World Cup hopes hanging in the balance.
- 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.
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- 2–3 minutes
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
3–5 minutesTags : Matías Galarza, Orlando Gill, Paraguay, Review, Türkiye, Vincenzo Montella, World CupParaguay hold on with ten men to stun Türkiye 1-0 at Levi’s Stadium
- 3–5 minutesTags : Brazil, Carlo Ancelotti, Haiti, Matheus Cunha, Review, Vinícius Júnior, World Cup
Matheus Cunha’s brace puts Brazil in control at the 2026 World Cup
- 2–4 minutesTags : FIFA World Cup, Ismael Saibari, Mohamed Ouahbi, Morocco, Review, Scotland, Steve Clarke
Saibari’s second-minute strike sends Morocco past Scotland at Gillette Stadium
- 3–4 minutesTags : Alexander Freeman, Australia, Mauricio Pochettino, Review, USA, World Cup
USA 2-0 Australia: an own goal and Freeman seal a home World Cup win
- 3–5 minutesTags : Canada, Jesse Marsch, Jonathan David, Julen Lopetegui, Qatar, Review, World Cup
Jonathan David hat-trick powers Canada to 6-0 demolition of Qatar at BC Place
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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…
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