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Mehdi Taremi criticises FIFA for 'disaster' World Cup in explosive post-match interview

Iran star Mehdi Taremi criticised FIFA for their ‘disaster’ World Cup off the pitch as his side’s knockout chances hang by a thread following the dramatic 1-1 draw against Egypt in Seattle on Friday night. 

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World Cup highlights: Turkey end USA streak as Netherlands top Group F

The World Cup headed into its third week on Thursday, as Ecuador picked up a historic win over Germany to qualify for the knockout rounds, whilst a rotated USA side failed to win all three group games for the first time.

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Hassan chasing second win at World Cup as Iran challenge awaits

Egypt coach Hossam Hassan insisted his side are fully focused on taking three points against Iran in their final Group G fixture on Friday in Seattle, despite the temptation to try and manufacture a second spot for a kinder round of 32 game.

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Iran refuse to answer questions about 'Pride Match' in Seattle ahead of crucial Egypt tie

Iran's football federation, manager Amir Ghalenoei and goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand refused to answer questions in their pre-match press conference about Seattle's pride celebrations, which will run concurrently with the team's game against Egypt on Friday.

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Vasilj proud to keep Bosnia alive at World Cup after huge win over Qatar

Bosnia & Herzegovina goalkeeper Nikola Vasilj felt right at home in front of around 30,000 fans as his side all but booked their spot in the last 32 with a 3-1 win over Qatar in Seattle on Wednesday.

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Alajbegovic comes of age to show Bosnia's bright future in uncertain World Cup

Marching into the stadium alongside the thousands of Bosnia & Herzegovina fans for their do-or-die game with Qatar in Seattle, they were singing just one player's name - Edin Dzeko. After the game, however, a new name could become their next anthem.

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Qatar vs Bosnia & Herzegovina marks halfway point of controversial World Cup

Qatar against Bosnia & Herzegovina marks the halfway point of the World Cup - the 52nd game of the mammoth 104 to be played across the USA, Canada and Mexico.

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World Cup highlights: Curacao earn historic point as Tunisia eliminated

We're into double digits at the FIFA World Cup as we reach day 10, and the headlines keep rolling with Curacao making history against Ecuador and Japan ending Tunisia's hopes at the tournament.

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This is serious: Seattle creates atmosphere to dream as USA roll on at World Cup

The stereotype of soccer in the USA is that it is a sideshow to ‘America’s sports’ - on Friday it took centre stage.

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Almiron becomes first player at World Cup to be dismissed for covering mouth

Paraguay's Miguel Almiron made unwanted history during his side's Group D game with Turkey, after being sent off for covering his mouth 'in a confrontational manner' whilst talking to Turkey's Mert Muldur.

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Pochettino wants to keep belief high as USA nears history at World Cup

Mauricio Pochettino insisted USA's dreams have not changed for this World Cup as they booked their spot in the round of 32 thanks to a 2-0 win over Australia in Seattle

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Australia’s Popovic admits team selection should have been different after loss to USA

Australia manager Tony Popovic believes the squad selection for his side’s 2-0 loss to the USA made a big impact the outcome of the game after a first half that he described as “lethargic”.

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World Cup highlights: Mexico first team to qualify for knockouts as Canada rout Qatar

Day Eight at the World Cup saw eight teams start their second matchday, and it was successful day for two of the hosts with Canada and Mexico experiencing wins.

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Lopetegui insists Madibo horror challenge an 'accident' as Qatar see red against Canada

Qatar head coach Julen Lopetegui believes there was no malice in the challenge that saw Ismael Kone's leg broken by Assim Madibo as his side were thrashed 6-0 by Canada in Vancouver on Thursday.

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Marsch 'crushed' by Kone leg break as Canada make history against Qatar

Canada manager Jesse Marsch said his side were crushed after confirming Ismael Kone suffered a broken leg in their historic 6-0 victory, but vowed that his team would remain focused after moving top of Group B.

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Kone injury overshadows Canada’s historic afternoon in 'Battle of Vancouver'

Canada’s captain, Stephen Estaquio, was the first to raise the alarm. On what should have been a special day for him and his side as they waltzed to a 6-0 victory over Qatar, the image of seeing teammate Ismael Kone writhing on the ground in agony, will be what this encounter will be remembered for.

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World Cup highlights: Saudi Arabia miss out on shock as Iran produce crucial fightback

Not since 1958 have we seen four draws on the same day (from eight matches) at a World Cup, but that is what we saw on day five of the FIFA 2026 World Cup. Despite the results, all of the games provided excitement and tension to keep all of us on the edge of our seats.

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Wait for World Cup win goes on for Egypt as Salah contributes in new role

After 92 years of waiting, what are a few more days for Egypt's long-suffering fans?

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World Cup highlights: Diallo strikes gold for Ivory Coast as Sweden revel in striking duo

Viktor Gyokeres and Alexander Isak starred as Sweden's strike force against Tunisia, whilst Ivory Coast ended Ecuador's 19-game unbeaten run as Day Four's quadruple header lived up to the billing with 19 goals across the encounters.

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Sleepless in Seattle: Frontier city passes vibe check ahead of World Cup bow

Secluded at the tip of the USA’s West Coast, closer to Canada than another World Cup stadium, you could be forgiven for overlooking Seattle as a World Cup destination.

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Life's a Beach for Australia as goalkeeper justifies shock start to live the dream

Two days before Australia's opener against Turkey, a big call was being made by Socceroos' coach, Tony Popovic, that would send shockwaves through the country.

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World Cup highlights: USA get the party started in LA as Canada pick up first-ever point

Two of the FIFA World Cup co-hosts started their tournament on the second day with the USA strolling to a big victory over Paraguay.

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World Cup highlights: Mexico begin with win as South Korea outlast Czech Republic

The World Cup across the Americas began on Thursday with co-hosts Mexico bagging a 2-0 victory over South Africa, and it was also a winning start for South Korea, who overcame a stern test against the Czech Republic to win 2-1.

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EXCLUSIVE: Axel Witsel treating last World Cup as ‘first one’ ahead of Belgium’s tilt at glory

Axel Witsel is ready to enjoy every moment at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Belgium as the midfielder heads to his fourth tournament knowing it may be his last.