2026 FIFA WORLD CUP

Hossam Hassan

Hassan: Egypt respects Messi and Argentina, but Africa’s dream comes first

Ahead of the Egyptian national team’s most important game in this 2026 FIFA World Cup today, the Pharaohs' head coach Hossam Hassan says they are drawing their strength from the two international friendlies they played against Spain and Brazil before the tournament.

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Rodri salutes Ronaldo’s incredible impact despite Portugal’s World Cup exit

Spanish and Manchester City star midfielder Rodri says Portuguese football star and one of the world’s greats in the game, Cristiano Ronaldo, deserves all the praise for the sterling role he’s played at the highest level for a very long time.

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Thomas Tuchel points out England strength as World Cup dream lives on

England coach Thomas Tuchel believes his side are gathering momentum at the right time after defeating Mexico 3-2 to reach the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals.

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Switzerland wait on Johan Manzambi fitness ahead of Colombia World Cup matchup

Switzerland are facing an anxious wait over the fitness of Johan Manzambi ahead of their FIFA World Cup round of 16 clash against Colombia today after the midfielder suffered an injury in training.

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FIFA World Cup: Kylian Mbappe labels Paraguayan senator 'despicable' after racist posts

Kylian Mbappe has hit back at Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla after she made racist comments about the France star in the wake of his country's FIFA World Cup last-16 victory over Paraguay.

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Egypt coach wants team to maintain identity in World Cup clash against Argentina

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan insists his team will look to maintain their identity when they take on defending champions Argentina in their World Cup last-16 clash in Atlanta.

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