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Manuel Neuer has confirmed his retirement from the Germany national team after their penalty-shootout loss to Paraguay in the World Cup Round of 32. The 40-year-old goalkeeper, a 2014 World Cup winner, ends his international career with 128 caps.
Coca-Cola and FIFA have launched 'Every Throw-In Counts,' a fan challenge for the 2026 World Cup that rewards everyday sustainable actions. Participants complete activities like recycling or using public transport, upload photos, and score goals for their chosen team to win prizes. Over 3,100 fans have registered, scoring more than 22,000 goals since the campaign began.
Miroslav Koubek has resigned as Czechia coach following the team's group-stage exit at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 74-year-old led the nation to the finals after a 20-year absence but stepped down after a single point in Group A.
Casemiro scored his first goal of the 2026 World Cup, a crucial strike for Brazil.
Germany's World Cup campaign ended in the last 32 with a penalty shootout loss to Paraguay, sparking questions about Julian Nagelsmann's future as head coach. The defeat marks Germany's third consecutive early tournament exit.
Brazilian midfielder Bruno Guimarães has recorded four assists at the 2026 World Cup, making him the tournament's top assist provider so far.
Relive every penalty from Germany's last 32 match against Paraguay in the 2026 World Cup.
Morocco and Paraguay won penalty shootouts to eliminate the Netherlands and Germany, while Brazil scored a late winner to edge Japan and reach the last 16 at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Brazil defender Gabriel Magalhaes delivered a crucial assist against Japan, showcasing his playmaking skills. The Arsenal centre-back's pinpoint cross set up Casemiro's goal, helping Brazil reach the World Cup Round of 16. Gabriel's creative contributions have been a key asset for both club and country.
Uruguay legend Diego Forlan and Bulgaria icon Hristo Stoichkov praised debutants Cabo Verde and underdogs Congo DR for their inspiring performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, highlighting their discipline, joy, and lack of pressure.
Paraguay defeated four-time world champions Germany 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32. Julio Enciso scored for Paraguay before Kai Havertz equalized for Germany. Goalkeeper Orlando Gill saved two penalties to secure a historic victory.
Belgium and Senegal meet in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 after both teams recovered from slow starts with emphatic group-stage wins. The match takes place on July 1 at Seattle Stadium.
At the 2026 World Cup, nine of ten African teams advanced from the group stage, a stark contrast to Asia's two of nine. The turnaround follows Morocco's 2022 semi-final run and sustained investment in youth development, while Asia struggles to replicate such progress.
The Netherlands and Morocco meet at World Cup 2026 in a match that transcends football, reflecting deep ties of migration and dual-nationality. Nearly one in four players at the tournament was born abroad, and Morocco's squad epitomizes this trend with 19 foreign-born players.
Thousands of fans gathered at Miami's Freedom Tower to see the FIFA World Cup Original Trophy and explore the FIFA Museum exhibition 'Unidad – The World's Game'. 2006 World Cup winner Marco Materazzi reunited with the trophy, sharing memories with fans.
England fans at the World Cup in the US describe the tournament as a 'once-in-a-lifetime' experience, praising the welcoming atmosphere and international camaraderie despite high costs for tickets, drinks, and food.
Canada has qualified for the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time in its history, marking a historic achievement for the national team.
Alphonso Davies made his 2026 World Cup debut as a substitute in Canada's 1-0 win over South Africa, setting up a Round of 16 clash. The victory marked Canada's first knockout stage appearance, with Davies calling it a 'dream come true' after recovering from a torn ACL and a hamstring injury.
South Africa coach Hugo Broos reflects on Bafana Bafana's FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign after a last-gasp Round of 32 defeat to Canada. Despite the disappointment, Broos expresses pride in reaching the knockout stages for the first time since 2010.
The FIFA Power Rankings, powered by Aramco, reveal the biggest movers after the World Cup group stage. Ousmane Dembele, Jude Bellingham, and Rodri are among those who climbed significantly in attacking, creativity, and defending categories.
