Neymar returns to training after injury
Neymar trained with Brazil for the first time at the World Cup on June 16, a key step in his recovery from a calf injury.
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Iraq's Hussein shines on world stage despite losing his father
Iraq striker Aymen Hussein, 30, scored his side's only goal in a 4-1 World Cup opening loss to Norway, drawing praise after a turbulent life.
Possession means little as Spain held to goalless draw
Spain dominated possession with 74% of the ball but failed to score, held to a goalless draw in their World Cup opener as tiki-taka again proved toothless.
Haaland's double helps Norway to big win over Iraq
Norway beat Iraq 4-1 in their Group I World Cup opener, with star striker Erling Haaland scoring twice on his World Cup debut.
France start with a flourish as Mbappe sets record
France beat Senegal 3-1 in their 2026 World Cup opener, with captain Kylian Mbappe scoring twice to become his country's all-time top scorer.
Messi hat-trick gives Argentina a flying start
Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick as defending champions Argentina beat Algeria 3-0 in their World Cup opener, sending a strong message in Group J.
France's likely lineup against Senegal
France, among the World Cup favorites, face a tough test against Senegal in a match starting at 1 a.m. on Tuesday night, with both sides' probable lineups in view.
Lack of money kept my mother away, Vozinha says
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha broke down in tears after his side held Spain to a goalless draw, later saying he could not afford to bring his mother to the World Cup.
Rare feat at the World Cup, 68 years on
All four matches scheduled on the World Cup's fifth day ended in draws, a feat seen only once before, at the 1958 Sweden World Cup.
Iran hold New Zealand to a draw
Iran twice came from behind to hold New Zealand to a 2-2 draw in their Group G match at the World Cup.
Own goal dashes Egypt's hopes of victory
Egypt led for much of the match before an own goal forced them to settle for a 1-1 draw against Belgium at the World Cup.
Algeria stand in Argentina's way
Defending champions Argentina open their World Cup against Algeria in Kansas City on Wednesday, with Lionel Messi set to play his 200th international and a record sixth World Cup.
Saudi Arabia hold Uruguay to a draw
Saudi Arabia led for much of the match before a late Maximiliano Araujo goal earned Uruguay a 1-1 draw at the World Cup in Guadalajara.
Can Salah give himself a 'gift' on his birthday?
Mohamed Salah turns 33 on the day Egypt face Belgium, a match that offers the Liverpool forward one of his last chances to make a mark at a World Cup.
Singer Parsha reveals when she became an Argentina fan
Popular singer Parsha Mahjabeen Purni said she has supported Argentina since childhood, inspired by the large flags her elder brother brought home.
Why Yamal will not wear the No. 10 jersey at the World Cup
Spain's biggest star Lamine Yamal will not wear the No. 10 shirt at this World Cup, with the number going to the more experienced Dani Olmo under a long-standing Spanish tradition.
Messi to face Algeria again after 19 years
Argentina and Algeria, who last met in a 2007 friendly at Camp Nou won 4-3 by a Messi-inspired Argentina, look set to meet again at the 2026 World Cup nearly 19 years later.
Alvarez or Lautaro: Argentina faces a fresh dilemma
With Argentina's World Cup opener against Algeria on Wednesday, coach Lionel Scaloni faces a fresh dilemma over who will start as his No. 9.
What Ronaldinho's bond with Messi was like, on screen this time
A new three-part Netflix documentary, "Ronaldinho: The One and Only," tells the story of the joyful Brazilian's rise — including his bond with a young Lionel Messi.
Ayari scores against father's homeland, then drops to his knees
Iyari Ayari could not have asked for a better World Cup debut, scoring twice in Sweden's 5-1 rout of Tunisia, his father's country, before kneeling in respect.
How good is Spain this time?
Spain go into their World Cup opener against debutants Cape Verde as one of the tournament favorites, though injuries to key forwards including Lamine Yamal cloud the buildup.
Ancelotti will turn Brazil around, Kaka believes
Brazil legend Kaka says he has faith in coach Carlo Ancelotti to end the team's 24-year title drought and lead it to another World Cup.
Relief for Argentina squad before Algeria match
Argentina got encouraging news before their World Cup opener against Algeria as Nicolás Tagliafico and Leandro Paredes returned to training after recovering from injury.
Festive mood grips Kansas ahead of Argentina's first match
With one day to go before Argentina's World Cup opener against Algeria, thousands of fans have begun gathering across Kansas City, turning the area blue and white.
How football is changing the course of global fashion
Football now drives the direction of the fashion world, from luxury brands to streetwear, with the modern jersey at the center of the shift.
The kiss that changed Spanish football
Spain's first Women's World Cup title in 2023 was overshadowed by a kiss that sparked an unprecedented social movement over the treatment of women, now the subject of a Netflix documentary.
'Have you watched my games?' Ronaldo tells reporter
Cristiano Ronaldo brushed aside questions about his fitness ahead of his sixth World Cup, telling reporters he was in good shape and asking whether they had watched his recent matches.
2 police members suspended over assault on cricketer, probe committee formed
Chattogram Metropolitan Police suspended a sub-inspector and a constable over an alleged assault on national cricketer Naeem Hasan and formed a three-member committee to investigate.
Brazilian referee sparks debate with three red cards in World Cup opener
Brazilian referee Wilton Sampaio drew controversy by showing three red cards in the World Cup's opening match between South Africa and Mexico.
Injury-hit Morocco to face Brazil
Morocco has been dealt a double blow before the start of its World Cup campaign, losing forward Abde Ezzalzouli and defender Nayef Aguerd to injury.
Martinez makes prediction about the World Cup champion
Argentina's World Cup-winning hero Emiliano Martinez has stirred excitement with a bold forecast that the title will stay in Argentina at the 2026 World Cup.
The curse Argentina must break to defend the World Cup
Predicting the World Cup champion is nothing new, and German economic analyst Joachim Klement, who correctly called the last three winners, sees several historical patterns working against title holders Argentina.
Will a Brazil-Argentina clash be seen at the World Cup?
With the World Cup under way, fans across the subcontinent are most focused on arch-rivals Brazil and Argentina, and the prospect of a showdown between the two.
France meets Mbappe's demands before start of World Cup mission
France and its football federation have ended a dispute over player bonuses and family ticket allocation ahead of the World Cup, with captain Kylian Mbappe leading the players to a settlement.
Neymar set to miss Brazil's match against Morocco
Neymar is highly unlikely to feature in Brazil's World Cup opener against Morocco on Sunday after complications in his recovery, French outlet Footmercato reported.
Mexico open World Cup with commanding win
Mexico opened the 2026 World Cup with a commanding 2-0 win over South Africa in Group A in front of about 80,000 fans at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City.
South Korea open World Cup with comeback win over Czech Republic
South Korea came from a goal down to beat the Czech Republic 2-1 in their Group A opener at the Guadalajara Stadium in Mexico.
German economist who predicted three World Cups makes forecast for this edition
Joachim Klement, a German economist who correctly predicted three World Cups, has forecast that Brazil will lose to Japan in the second round of this tournament.
German economist whose model called the last three World Cups now picks the Netherlands
A German economist whose statistical model correctly predicted the champions of the last three World Cups says the Netherlands could win the 2026 title.
South Korea beat the Czech Republic
Trailing in the second half, South Korea hit back with two goals to beat the Czech Republic 2-1 for a winning start.
Bangladesh win historic series against Australia
Mehedi Hasan Miraz's six off Riley Meredith sealed Bangladesh's first-ever ODI series win over Australia, a five-wicket DLS victory in the second ODI at Mirpur — completing series wins over all 10 Test nations…
Australia cancel T20 series against Bangladesh women
Cricket Australia cancelled the three-match T20 series against Bangladesh women in October after the 2027 Women's Champions Trophy was rescheduled to February, slotting New Zealand into the freed dates instead.
Iran cannot stay in the US during the World Cup; entry allowed the day before matches
Iran's team may enter the United States only the day before each World Cup match, the Department of Homeland Security said — denying reports of same-day entry-and-exit — while several team officials remain without…
Messi calls for unity after Argentina finish World Cup preparations
Lionel Messi scored within two minutes of coming on as Argentina beat Iceland 3-0 to complete a perfect warm-up record — becoming Argentina's oldest-ever scorer — and urged his teammates: 'more united than ever.'
Argentina need another day or two to settle, Scaloni says
Days before their title defence begins, Argentina are nursing injuries — Montiel and Molina with muscle problems and Balerdi out of the World Cup — with coach Lionel Scaloni saying a replacement decision needs…
Schools closed in Mexico for the World Cup
Mexico has ordered schools closed and government employees to work from home as the World Cup opens at the Azteca Stadium, to keep roads moving and security smooth for arriving fans.
Schoolboy killed by lightning in Gangni
Ali Hossain, a tenth-grader, was killed by a lightning strike while playing football with friends in light rain in Meherpur's Gangni upazila, police said.
PM grants funds to build a home for footballer Ritu Porna Chakma
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman handed national women's football star Ritu Porna Chakma a cheque to build her home, continuing support that earlier covered her mother's cancer treatment in 2025.
Film 'Shekor' to release after the football World Cup
Director Prasun Rahman has decided to release his film 'Shekor' after the football World Cup rather than at Eid, saying a quieter time suits the family drama better.
Iran begin their World Cup journey by kissing the Holy Quran
Iran's national football team has arrived in Mexico for final World Cup preparations, marking the start of their journey with the traditional ritual of kissing the Holy Quran and walking beneath it.
Yamal vows to keep his beard if Spain win the World Cup
Spain's young star Lamine Yamal has made an unusual promise — not to shave his beard for three weeks if Spain win the World Cup — and to give away 100 Beats headphones as…
Tamim Iqbal elected Bangladesh Cricket Board president
Former national captain Tamim Iqbal has been elected president of the Bangladesh Cricket Board after serving two months as head of the ad-hoc committee, with Fahim Sinha as vice-president.
BTV to spend Tk 72.7 crore on World Cup broadcast rights
The government is buying this year's football World Cup broadcast rights directly from FIFA for state broadcaster BTV at a total cost of Tk 72.7 crore — Tk 25 crore less than last time.
Iranian footballers granted US visas despite all obstacles
Iran's national footballers have received US visas just 10 days before their first World Cup match against New Zealand in Los Angeles, a White House official confirmed, amid the ongoing war.
Norway in hot water before the World Cup over 'Viking' photoshoot
Norway's football team has drawn criticism at home for an official 'Viking'-themed photoshoot on an Oslo beach before the World Cup, with critics calling it an extreme display of nationalism.
Mourinho to be Real Madrid's new coach if Perez wins re-election
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez says he will appoint Jose Mourinho as the club's new head coach if he is re-elected, opening the door to the Portuguese manager's much-discussed return to the Bernabeu.
BTV may broadcast football World Cup in Bangladesh
If the decision is finalized, state broadcaster BTV will air the matches live, largely clearing up uncertainty over whether the FIFA World Cup will be available to watch in Bangladesh. Two sources at the…
Vaibhav Suryavanshi rewrites the record books in a single IPL season
Vaibhav Suryavanshi's performance in the just-concluded 2026 Indian Premier League set off wide debate across cricket. Playing his first full IPL season at just 15, he turned heads by setting one record after another.
Brazil hit form with 6-2 win over Panama before World Cup
Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil beat Panama 6-2 in a Maracanã warm-up, with six different players on the scoresheet, as Neymar — not yet fully fit — watched from the stands.
Bangladesh and Pakistan play out goalless draw
Goalkeeper Mehedi Hasan Sraban's heroics earned Bangladesh a point as their Olympic team drew 0-0 with Pakistan at the Four Nations Diamond Jubilee Tournament in the Maldives.