Tag · 222 articles
Japan and Sweden both advanced to the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 1-1 draw in Dallas. Daizen Maeda scored for Japan in the 56th minute, but Anthony Elanga equalized six minutes later. Japan finished second in Group F, while Sweden qualified as one of the best third-placed teams.
All Whites captain Chris Wood and defender Finn Surman are confident ahead of a must-win match against Belgium. After a 3-1 loss to Egypt, New Zealand need a victory to advance in the FIFA World Cup 2026.
A record aggregate attendance of 3,605,357 was set at the FIFA World Cup. Côte d'Ivoire reached the knockout stage for the first time, while Ecuador stunned Germany to advance. Netherlands topped Group F, and Japan and Sweden also progressed.
The 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico is underway. BBC will show 54 matches live, including the final on 19 July, with 92 games on BBC Sounds and full coverage on the BBC Sport website and app.
An investigation by Deutschlandfunk reveals that several national football federations are reselling World Cup tickets on FIFA's official platform at significantly higher prices, exploiting privileged access to cheap tickets. The profits flow to insiders whose votes sustain the system.
South Africa have secured their place in the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup. The team advanced following their group stage performance.
Mexico have secured first place in Group A at the FIFA World Cup. The team's final standing was confirmed after the group stage matches.
Neymar has returned to the field for Brazil for the first time since 2023, as confirmed by a social media post. The forward's comeback marks a significant moment for the national team.
Brazil have secured their place in the next round of the FIFA World Cup. The team advanced following their latest match.
Bosnia and Herzegovina have secured a spot in the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup. The team's qualification was confirmed via an official announcement.
Brazil and Morocco have qualified for the FIFA World Cup Round of 32. The announcement was made on the official FIFA website.
Rivaldo, Ronaldo, and Vinícius Jr. are the only three players to have scored in each of Brazil's FIFA World Cup group-stage games since 2002.
South Africa have advanced to the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup for the first time in their history.
Switzerland defeated co-hosts Canada 2-1 in Vancouver to secure first place in Group B at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Goals from Juan Vargas and Johan Manzambi gave the Swiss the win, while Canada's Promise David scored a late consolation. Both teams advance to the Round of 32.
Teenager Kerim Alajbegovic scored a stunning solo goal as Bosnia and Herzegovina defeated Qatar 3-1 in Seattle, securing third place in Group B and a spot in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32. The win marked Bosnia's second World Cup victory, both 3-1 scorelines.
Colombia have secured their place in the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup. The team's qualification was confirmed via an official announcement.
The FIFA World Cup group stage concludes with the final matchday. All standings and scenarios are available on FIFA's official website.
Five nations have been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after losing their first two group stage matches. Haiti, Turkey, Tunisia, Jordan, and Panama are out. A format change means head-to-head records are the primary tiebreaker.
Daniel Munoz's second-half strike gave Colombia a 1-0 win over Congo DR, securing their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 with a game to spare. Congo DR must now beat Uzbekistan and hope for other results to advance.
Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first male player to score at six FIFA World Cup tournaments, achieving the milestone during Portugal's match.
