Qualifiers
Colombia Qualify for World Cup Round of 16
Colombia have secured a spot in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup. The team advanced following their group stage performance.
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World Cup Podcast: Best Moments Compilation Released
As the World Cup passes the halfway point, hosts Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith take a well-earned break. A compilation episode featuring their best moments, including interviews and behind-the-scenes antics, is now available.
Players
BBC Sport Launches 'Who Am I?' Football Guessing Game
BBC Sport introduces a daily 'Who Am I?' football guessing game where players identify a mystery footballer using clues. Participants score points based on how few clues they need, with three being a good score and four or five exceptional.
Teams
England squad booed on arrival in Mexico
Thomas Tuchel and his England squad were met with boos and whistles upon arriving in Mexico ahead of their World Cup last 16 match.
Matches
Colombia beats Ghana 1-0 to reach last 16
Jhon Arias scored the only goal as Colombia defeated Ghana 1-0 in Kansas City to become the last team to advance to the World Cup round of 16.
Teams
Deschamps' 'relationism' approach fuels France's World Cup dominance
Didier Deschamps has embraced 'relationism' to forge a generational French team. The squad is being hailed as one of the best attacking teams ever and looks primed to go all the way at the 2026 World Cup.
Matches
Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time to reach last 16
Argentina survived a major scare, defeating Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time via a deflected Cristian Romero header to advance to the round of 16.
Matches
Fifa in Talks to Reschedule Mexico-England Match, Sources Say
Fifa is in ongoing discussions to move the Mexico-England match forward by six hours, though the exact change may vary, according to federation sources. The move appears close to confirmation.
News
Mexico coach Javier Aguirre criticizes FIFA decision: 'A kick in the
Mexico coach Javier Aguirre expressed anger over a FIFA decision, calling it 'a kick in the stomach' and saying it changes everything. He stated he was not consulted and that neither he nor his players like the change.
Matches
Fifa confirms Mexico-England match time unchanged
Fifa sources confirm the Mexico-England match will remain at 6pm local time (1am UK) after discussions, insisting no rescheduling decision was made. The situation, including weather, will continue to be monitored.
Matches
Mexico vs England World Cup match to start as planned at 6pm local
FIFA considered moving the Mexico-England World Cup round of 16 match due to weather concerns but never confirmed the change. The game will kick off at 6pm local time in Mexico City on Sunday, 1am UK on Monday.
Matches
Cabral's stunning strike levels extra-time for Cape Verde
Sidny Cabral scored a brilliant goal in extra time to draw Cape Verde level with Argentina for the second time in the match.
Matches
Martinez restores Argentina's lead against Cape Verde
Lisandro Martinez scored to restore Argentina's lead over Cape Verde in the 2026 World Cup knockout stage.
Matches
Cape Verde's Duarte equalises to stun Argentina in World Cup
Deroy Duarte scored an equaliser for Cape Verde against Argentina in their World Cup round of 32 match in Miami, stunning the favourites.
Players
Messi scores in eighth straight World Cup match
Lionel Messi scored Argentina's opening goal against Cape Verde in Miami, marking his eighth consecutive World Cup game with a goal. The finish was described as 'sensational.'
Matches
England-Mexico World Cup match to kick off as scheduled after Fifa
Fifa reversed a plan to reschedule England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico after both football associations objected. The game will now kick off at 01:00 BST on Monday as originally planned.
Matches
Egypt beat Australia on penalties to reach World Cup last 16
Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in Dallas, securing their first knockout win at a FIFA World Cup. Mohamed Salah scored a Panenka penalty as the Pharaohs advanced to face Argentina or Cabo Verde.
Matches
Egypt advance to World Cup last 16 with penalty shootout win over
Egypt beat Australia on penalties to secure their first-ever World Cup knockout stage victory, advancing to the round of 16 where they will face either Argentina or Cape Verde.
Transfers
Chelsea agree deal to sign Hearts teenager Alfie Osborne
Chelsea have reached an agreement to sign 17-year-old centre back Alfie Osborne from Hearts. The Scotland U19 international has accepted the proposal, completed his medical, and signed a long-term contract.
Transfers
Ange Postecoglou appointed Al Nassr head coach on two-year deal
Ange Postecoglou has signed a two-year contract to become the new head coach of Al Nassr, replacing Jorge Jesus with immediate effect. The Australian manager previously coached Tottenham Hotspur and Celtic.