FIFA WORLD CUP

Vozinha for Cape Verde vs Spain

Vozinha revels in historic Cape Verde World Cup moment

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha struggled to contain his emotions after helping produce the biggest upset of the FIFA World Cup so far, as the tournament debutants held second-ranked Spain to a goalless draw in Atlanta on Monday.

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Lionel Messi set to start as Argentina launch FIFA World Cup defence

Lionel Messi is expected to start as Argentina begin their defence of the FIFA World Cup, with head coach Lionel Scaloni confident the captain is fully fit and ready to lead.

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Mohamed Salah's Egypt hold Belgium to gritty World Cup draw in Seattle

Belgium did not have it all their own way as Egypt delivered a combative performance to earn a 1-1 draw in their FIFA World Cup Group G encounter in Seattle on Monday.

Bubista Brito

Cape Verde still dreaming big as Brito responds to UEFA chief

Cape Verde will make history today by becoming the latest African football nation to make its debut in the FIFA World Cup when they take on former world champions Spain.

Bafana Bafana reserve goalkeeper Ricardo Goss

Goss urges perspective on Broos criticism after Mexico setback

Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Ricardo Goss has questioned the unfair criticism that is being directed at the national team’s head coach, Hugo Broos, after they lost their opening game at the 2026 FIFA World Cup against co-hosts Mexico.

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Jordan Henderson backs 'X-factor' Jude Bellingham as England prepare for Croatia

Jordan Henderson has strongly defended Jude Bellingham, insisting the midfielder remains "central" to England's plans despite growing outside scrutiny ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Croatia on Wednesday.

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