Wait, what? Scaloni benches Messi after 5-goal haul in two matches

vor 2 Stunden - upday.com

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has made a historic decision to bench Lionel Messi for the team's final World Cup group stage match against Jordan on Sunday. It marks the first time in 20 years that the...weiterlesen »

Croatia needs a draw vs Ghana to survive, DR Congo chases historic knockout debut

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Twenty-eight teams have secured their spots in the World Cup's round of 16, leaving four qualification places still up for grabs. With most group stage matches concluded, several third-placed teams face...weiterlesen »

Wait, was that Haaland? Channing Tatum fools fans at World Cup in Nike stunt

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Hollywood star Channing Tatum blended into the crowd at Norway's World Cup match against France on Friday, dressed as Norwegian striker Erling Haaland complete with blonde wig and No. 9 jersey. The 46-year-old...weiterlesen »

3-0 Brazil defeat leaves Scotland needing three improbable results to reach last 32

vor 7 Stunden - upday.com

Scotland's hopes of reaching the World Cup knockout stages for the first time in their history are hanging by a thread after a crushing 3-0 defeat to Brazil in Miami. The loss has pushed them outside the...weiterlesen »

What made the 48-team World Cup work - and it wasn't the football stars

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The 48-team World Cup's preliminary round proved entertaining despite initial criticism, delivering viral moments that captivated fans beyond the main stars. Referee announcements became internet sensations,...weiterlesen »

Tuchel defends Rashford bench role and squad choices ahead of crucial Panama clash

vor 9 Stunden - upday.com

England head coach Thomas Tuchel has defended his tactical approach and squad selections ahead of Saturday's World Cup match against Panama, dismissing criticism that emerged after a frustrating goalless...weiterlesen »

Ten changes, no Haaland: Norway's coach bets knockout hopes on rested stars vs Ivory Coast

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Norway's coach Ståle Solbakken made a controversial strategic decision that shocked thousands of traveling fans: he benched star players Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard for the World Cup group stage...weiterlesen »

First time in 4 tries: South Africa breaks through to face Canada in knockout debut

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South Africa and Canada will face off in the first confirmed knockout match of the 2026 World Cup. The teams secured their spots as runners-up in Groups A and B respectively, setting up a clash on June...weiterlesen »

The coach who called himself 'toxic' - now his Uruguay players have had enough

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

Marcelo Bielsa's turbulent tenure as Uruguay manager has ended in humiliation. Spain defeated Uruguay 1-0 in their World Cup Group H finale at Guadalajara Stadium, eliminating the two-time champions from...weiterlesen »

Nation of 550,000 reaches World Cup last 16: Cabo Verde's debut run meets Argentina

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Cabo Verde has made history at the 2026 World Cup, qualifying for the round of 16 in their tournament debut. The small Atlantic nation of 550,000 inhabitants secured their spot after a 0-0 draw against...weiterlesen »

Ronaldo's Portugal faces Colombia as World Cup group stage finale decides last knockout spots

vor 12 Stunden - upday.com

The World Cup's final group stage matches on Saturday will determine the last spots in the Round of 32, with knockout rounds beginning Sunday after more than two weeks of competition across three countries....weiterlesen »

The injury dilemma threatening England's World Cup plans - and Tuchel has no easy fix

vor 16 Stunden - upday.com

England faces their final World Cup group game against Panama on Saturday with fitness doubts over two key players. Reece James and Declan Rice both missed training on Thursday, creating selection concerns...weiterlesen »

James ruled out of Panama match as Tuchel awaits clarity on knockout availability

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England defender Reece James will miss Saturday's crucial World Cup group match against Panama after sustaining a hamstring injury during Tuesday's 0-0 draw with Ghana. The 26-year-old FC Chelsea right-back...weiterlesen »

Harry's children to visit Diana's grave for the first time, report says

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Prince Harry will take his children Archie and Lilibet to visit Princess Diana's grave for the first time during a UK trip next month, according to a report. The visit to Althorp House in Northamptonshire...weiterlesen »

Senegal batters Iraq 5-0, but will it be enough to reach the knockouts for the first time since 2002?

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

Senegal crushed Iraq 5-0 in their final World Cup group stage match on Friday in Toronto, keeping alive their hopes of reaching the knockout rounds for the first time since 2002. The West African nation...weiterlesen »

Three first-half goals from Dembélé seal France's 3-1 win over Norway in Boston

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

Ousmane Dembélé scored a hat-trick as France defeated Norway 3-1 in Boston to secure top spot in World Cup Group I. The French forward struck three times in the first half to clinch the group victory on...weiterlesen »

16 goals in 16 World Cup matches: How Mbappé is chasing down Messi's scoring record

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

Kylian Mbappé is closing in on Lionel Messi's World Cup goal-scoring record and could surpass it during the current tournament. The French captain has scored 16 goals in just 16 World Cup matches in two...weiterlesen »

Japan never won a World Cup knockout game - but beat Brazil 3-2 five months ago

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

Japan's coach Hajime Moriyasu has expressed his hope to meet Brazilian football legend Zico before facing Brazil in Monday's World Cup clash in Houston. Moriyasu praised Zico's transformative impact on...weiterlesen »

Croatia needs a win to guarantee a knockout place as 40-year-old Modric hits 201 caps

vor 24 Stunden - upday.com

Croatia faces Ghana on Saturday in Philadelphia in a decisive Group L match that will determine which team advances to the World Cup knockout stage. The Balkan side needs victory to guarantee their place...weiterlesen »

Draw secures top spot: England faces eliminated Panama in final group match tomorrow

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England faces Panama in their final FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match on Saturday at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Thomas Tuchel's team needs only a draw to secure top position...weiterlesen »

First ever: World Cup hosts Canada forced to cross border for knockout game

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Canada has reached the World Cup knockout stage for the first time in the nation's history. But the achievement comes with an unprecedented twist: the co-hosts will become the first team ever to play a...weiterlesen »

Pulisic nutmegged in final seconds: Turkey stuns US 3-2 after AC Milan star's comeback

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Christian Pulisic returned to the field for the United States in their 3-2 loss to Turkey on Thursday night, showing promising signs of readiness just days before the World Cup knockout stage begins. The...weiterlesen »

Scotland's World Cup hopes at 5% after finishing 8th in third-place rankings

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Scotland's World Cup dream is hanging by a thread after finishing third in Group C. The team now faces an agonizing wait to see if other results will be enough to secure one of eight spots available for...weiterlesen »

Paraguay emerges as overwhelming favorite to face Germany - but two others still possible

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Germany's potential opponents for the World Cup round of 16 have narrowed to three teams, with Paraguay emerging as the overwhelming favorite. After the Group E winners secured their knockout spot, the...weiterlesen »

World Cup breaks goal record as Trusty scores 173rd tournament strike

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Auston Trusty has broken the World Cup scoring record with his goal against Turkey. The American scored in the third minute at Los Angeles Stadium, netting the tournament's 173rd goal and surpassing the...weiterlesen »

Japan's giant-killing run continues - Brazil next after wins over Germany, Spain and England

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Brazil will face Japan in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup after the Asian side secured second place in Group F with a 1-1 draw against Sweden on Thursday. The match is scheduled for Monday, December...weiterlesen »

Senegal vs Iraq: Desperate survival battle as both teams fight to avoid World Cup exit

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Senegal and Iraq face off in a desperate battle for World Cup survival on Friday in Toronto. Both teams sit bottom of Group I with zero points after two defeats each, needing a convincing victory to keep...weiterlesen »

VAR controversy: Brazil demands referee Ramos not officiate future matches

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The Brazilian Football Confederation has formally complained to FIFA about the refereeing during Brazil's World Cup victory over Scotland. The organization contests the VAR's decision to disallow a goal...weiterlesen »

Pulisic benched as US rests nine starters in Turkey clash with knockout spot secured

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The United States kept Christian Pulisic on the bench and started nine fresh players in their final World Cup group match against Turkey on Thursday night in Inglewood, California. With knockout qualification...weiterlesen »

France face Norway with coach Deschamps at his mother's funeral

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France faces Norway on Friday in Foxborough with a deeply personal mission: honoring their absent coach Didier Deschamps, who returned home following his mother's death. The 2026 World Cup group stage...weiterlesen »

Ecuador coach climbs barriers to kiss wife after stunning Germany upset sends team through

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Ecuador's coach Sebastián Beccacece climbed over stadium barriers and into the stands to kiss his wife after his team secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Germany on Thursday. The win at MetLife Stadium...weiterlesen »

Paraguay must win to advance - Australia needs just a draw in World Cup decider

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Australia and Paraguay face off in a winner-takes-all clash in Santa Clara that will decide who advances directly to the World Cup knockout stage. Both teams enter the final Group D match with three points,...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? South America just swept Europe 4-0 at the World Cup

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South American teams have delivered a dominant performance against their European counterparts at the 2026 World Cup, winning all four direct confrontations in the group stage. The perfect 4-0 record challenges...weiterlesen »

Japan needs just a draw to advance, Sweden must win - World Cup Group F decider in Dallas

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Japan and Sweden face off in a decisive Group F showdown at the 2026 World Cup on Thursday night in Dallas. The match, scheduled for 6 PM local time at the AT&T Stadium, will determine which team advances...weiterlesen »

Tornado warnings force World Cup fans to evacuate Kansas City Stadium mid-match prep

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Severe weather forced World Cup fans to evacuate their seats at Kansas City Stadium on Thursday as tornado warnings swept through the area ahead of the Tunisia vs Netherlands match. Stadium staff directed...weiterlesen »

Ivory Coast reaches World Cup knockout stage for the first time in history

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Nicolas Pépé scored twice as Ivory Coast reached the knockout stage of a football World Cup for the first time in their history. The Ivorians defeated Curaçao 2-0 in Philadelphia on Thursday, securing...weiterlesen »

At 39, Messi just made World Cup history - and the knockout stage hasn't even started

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The FIFA World Cup has reached its halfway point with 54 of 104 matches played. The tournament is delivering record attendance, historic scoring rates, and standout performances from football's biggest...weiterlesen »

Germany wins group but faces knockout disadvantage: Under 2 days prep time

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Germany's national team coach Julian Nagelsmann has criticized the World Cup's scheduling structure, arguing that winning their group has placed his team at a disadvantage heading into the knockout stages....weiterlesen »

First woman to referee men's World Cup game now shaping European football strategy

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Stéphanie Frappart, the first woman to referee a men's World Cup game, has joined UEFA's staff as a refereeing officer. The European football governing body announced the appointment on Thursday. The 42-year-old...weiterlesen »

18 goals and counting - how Messi just made Argentina the World Cup favorite

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Argentina has emerged as a top contender to win the 2026 World Cup, with prediction models showing dramatically increased chances following Lionel Messi's stellar performances in the group stage. Opta...weiterlesen »

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