Players
Mbappé: I Knew Messi Would Score, He Always Scores
Kylian Mbappé said he knew Lionel Messi would score goals, adding that he himself will keep scoring to help his team and get closer to a record.
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Matches
Spain secure first World Cup win
Spain have recorded their first victory at the FIFA World Cup, as confirmed by the tournament's official website.
Matches
Yamal scores in first World Cup start as Spain beat Saudi Arabia
Lamine Yamal scored 10 minutes into his first World Cup start as Spain beat Saudi Arabia to register their first win of the tournament.
Matches
Argentina and France among quartet eyeing knockout stage
Argentina face Austria in a top-of-the-table Group J clash at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while France take on Iraq in Group I. Both European sides can secure early qualification, while their opponents seek first points.
News
Tunisia captain Skhiri apologises after World Cup exit
Tunisia captain Ellyes Skhiri apologised to fans after the Carthage Eagles were eliminated from the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage following heavy defeats to Sweden and Japan.
Opinion
Sharing the First World Cup with Your Child: A Parent's Perspective
A parent reflects on the unique joy of experiencing the World Cup with their child, contrasting childhood memories with new traditions formed through highlights and sticker swaps.
Players
Saudi Arabia trailblazer Abdulhamid ready for his next challenge
Saud Abdulhamid, the first Saudi to play in Serie A and Ligue 1, continues to break barriers. After a historic spell at Lens, he aims to become the first Saudi in the UEFA Champions League while impressing at the 2026 World Cup.
Players
Xavi Simons Praises Connection Between Players and Staff Under De
Xavi Simons told CBS Sports that there is a really good connection between the players and the staff under coach Roberto de Zerbi.
Transfers
Liverpool to Submit New Bid for Yan Diomandé After €100m Offer
Liverpool are preparing a new bid for Yan Diomandé after their €100m proposal was rejected. RB Leipzig want to keep the player for another season, but Diomandé prefers to leave now.
News
Dutch royals celebrate two World Cup wins in one day
King Willem-Alexander, Queen Maxima and Princess Ariane watched the Netherlands beat Sweden 5-1 in Houston, then flew to Kansas City to see Curaçao earn their first World Cup point against Ecuador. The king noted it was a special day supporting both teams.
History
World Cup Golden Boot Winners Quiz: Test Your Knowledge
Every four years, the World Cup showcases the world's best attacking players. Even if they don't win the tournament, they can etch their name in history by scoring the most goals. How many Golden Boot winners can you name?
Matches
Matchday 10: Best Photos from FIFA World Cup 2026
A gallery of the top images from Matchday 10 of the FIFA World Cup 2026, including Netherlands' 5-1 win over Sweden, Germany's last-gasp victory, and Japan's 4-0 triumph.
Opinion
World Cup in Trump's America: The Most Multinational Tournament Ever
The 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico is set to be the most multinational tournament ever, with smaller nations benefiting from western European investment in talent production, leveling the playing field.
News
2026 World Cup: Smaller nations benefit from European wealth
As the 2026 World Cup approaches, smaller nations are increasingly benefiting from the talent production systems of wealthy western European countries, leveling the playing field and making the tournament more unpredictable than ever.
Players
Endrick: Ancelotti prioritizes team over individual or fans
Brazilian forward Endrick stated that Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti will make decisions based on what is best for the team, not for individual players or fans.
Players
Lamine Yamal: Goals Not My Obsession, Only Winning Matters
Lamine Yamal says he does not obsess over scoring goals, emphasizing that his style differs from older stars like Mbappé and Messi. His sole focus is winning.
Players
Lamine Yamal: Goals Mean Nothing Without Winning
Lamine Yamal says scoring 16 goals in a tournament means nothing if eliminated in the semifinals. He emphasizes his desire to win.
Guides
BBC Sport Launches Daily Football Guessing Game
BBC Sport introduces a daily 'Who am I?' game where readers guess a World Cup star using clues. Players unlock hints after wrong guesses, scoring points for fewer attempts. The feature is part of a new quizzes section.
Matches
Japan thrash Tunisia 4-0 in 1,000th World Cup match
Japan defeated Tunisia 4-0 in the 1,000th FIFA World Cup match, with Ayase Ueda scoring twice. The win moves Japan level on points with the Netherlands at the top of Group F, while Tunisia is eliminated.
News
Room dedicates win to late Curaçao goalkeeper Jairzinho
Goalkeeper Room dedicated a victory to Jairzinho, a Curaçao goalkeeper who passed away seven years ago.