2026 World Cup Coverage
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Late Merino goal seals Spain’s semi-final spot
By Tosin Omojola Arsenal striker Mikel Merino emerged as Spain’s hero, scoring a dramatic 88th-minute winner to seal a 2-1 victory over Belgium and send La Roja into the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The quarter-final clash at the Los Angeles Stadium was a cagey affair in the opening stages before bursting into life, with the match appearing…
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France awaits as Spain face Belgian test
European champions Spain are on a World Cup collision course with Kylian Mbappe’s France if they can beat Belgium in the quarter-finals on Friday. At the spectacular SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, the Belgians face the daunting task of breaking through a Spanish defence that is yet to be breached in the tournament. If Spain win, they will head to…
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France end Morocco’s World Cup dream, reach semi-finals
By Tosin Omojola France ended Africa’s quest for a first FIFA World Cup title after defeating Morocco 2-0 in the first quarter-final of the 2026 tournament at Boston Stadium. Les Bleus were the better side throughout the encounter, dominating possession and creating the clearer scoring opportunities in both halves. Didier Deschamps’ men started brightly but were repeatedly denied by Morocco’s…
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Egypt coach blasts referee after dramatic World Cup exit
By Tosin Omojola Egypt coach, Hossam Hassan, has criticised the officiating following his side’s dramatic 3-2 defeat to Argentina in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the Pharaohs were “treated unfairly” after a controversial decision disallowed a goal. Egypt appeared on course for one of the biggest upsets of the tournament after opening a 2-0…
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Switzerland edge Columbia on penalties to reach last 8
By Tosin Omojola Switzerland reached the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals for the first time since 1954 after defeating Colombia 4-3 on penalties following a goalless draw in their Round of 16 clash. Both sides battled through 120 minutes without finding the breakthrough in a tightly contested encounter that produced few clear-cut scoring opportunities. Colombia came closest to breaking the…
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Argentina stun Egypt with epic 3-2 comeback
By Tosin Omojola Argentina staged a dramatic comeback to defeat Egypt 3-2 and book a place in the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after a thrilling Round of 16 clash at Atlanta Stadium. Egypt appeared on course for one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history after goals from Yasser Ibrahim and Mostafa Zico gave Hossam Hassan’s…
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Belgium set up Spain quarter final after beating USA 4-1
By Tosin Omojola Belgium defeated co-hosts USA 4-1 on Tuesday to book a place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Despite the backing of a vociferous home crowd at Seattle Stadium in Washington, the Belgians took an early lead in the ninth minute through Charles De Ketelaere. The USA restored parity in the 31st minute when Mark…
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Ronaldo starts as Portugal face Spain in last 16
By Tosin Omojola Cristiano Ronaldo was named in Portugal’s starting line-up for the last-16 showdown against Spain on Monday as he bids to extend his last World Cup. The 41-year-old will captain Roberto Martinez’s side as they face the European champions at the home of the Dallas Cowboys. With a place in the quarter-finals at stake, Ronaldo will be in…
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Cape Verde receive heroes’ welcome after historic World Cup run
By Tosin Omojola Cape Verde’s national football team received a rousing welcome from tens of thousands of jubilant supporters after returning home from a historic FIFA World Cup campaign. The Blue Sharks arrived in the capital, , on Sunday after their remarkable journey ended with a spirited defeat to defending champions in the knockout stage. Supporters turned the airport into…
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Neymar retires after Brazil’s shock World Cup exit
By Tosin Omojola Brazilian star Neymar Jr. has announced his retirement from international football following Brazil’s shock 2-1 defeat to Norway in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 on Sunday. The former Brazil captain made the emotional announcement after the five-time world champions crashed out of the tournament, bringing an end to a distinguished international career that spanned more…
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