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Cape Verde fan celebrates first World Cup goal live on BBC
During a live BBC News broadcast, reporter Paul Njie interviewed a Cape Verde fan when the country scored its first ever World Cup goal against Uruguay in the 2026 World Cup.
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Cape Verde Take Shock Lead Against Uruguay in World Cup
Kevin Pina scored the opening goal for Cape Verde against Uruguay in their Group H match of the 2026 World Cup, giving the underdogs a surprise lead.
News
Tuchel 'not afraid to shout at players' to maintain standards, says
Ollie Watkins says Thomas Tuchel is not afraid to shout at England players to maintain training standards. The manager was filmed yelling at Djed Spence to 'wake up' during a drill. Spence said it's normal from an elite manager.
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Ten-man Belgium held to goalless draw by Iran
Belgium played to a 0-0 draw with Iran despite being reduced to 10 men, leaving them winless in the tournament. Goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand made several crucial saves to keep Iran's World Cup knockout hopes alive.
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Scotland face Brazil with history on the line
Scotland's World Cup campaign hangs in the balance as they prepare to face Brazil. Despite poor attacking stats, they could still advance to the knockout rounds for the first time. A win or draw would secure progress, but even a narrow defeat might be enough.
News
VAR disallows Taremi goal similar to Weghorst's World Cup strike
Iran's Mehdi Taremi had a goal disallowed by VAR for offside. The strike was similar to Wout Weghorst's goal against Argentina at the 2022 World Cup.
History
Youngest goalscorers in FIFA World Cup history
A look at the youngest players to score in FIFA World Cup tournaments, from Pelé to current stars, highlighting their ages and the matches in which they made history.
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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.
News
Delta Air Lines thanks Scotland fans with free snacks
Delta Air Lines gave free snacks to Scotland fans flying from Boston to Miami for their World Cup match against Brazil, thanking them for bringing 'so much joy' to the city.
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VAR official cleared of hand gesture controversy returns to World Cup
Video assistant referee official Shaun Evans will return to duty for New Zealand's game against Egypt on Sunday after a FIFA investigation cleared him of making an inappropriate hand gesture. Evans insisted the gesture was an involuntary twitch.
History
World Cup Records Set to Fall in 2026
The 2026 World Cup has already seen records broken, with Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Harry Kane among those rewriting history. From Messi equaling the all-time goals record to Cristiano Ronaldo becoming the oldest outfield starter, more milestones are expected as the tournament progresses.
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.
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?
Opinion
Clichy Joins Rooney to Debate England, Mbappé and France's 2010
Gaël Clichy joins Wayne Rooney on The Wayne Rooney Show to discuss England's World Cup hopes, France's expectations, and Jordan Henderson's controversial selection. Clichy defends Kylian Mbappé, compares him to an all-time great, and reveals the truth behind France's 2010 World Cup controversy.
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.
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England World Cup Win and Summer Solstice Celebrations in Pictures
Thousands gathered at Stonehenge to mark the summer solstice, while football fans celebrated England's 4-2 World Cup win over Croatia. This photo roundup also highlights community events, awards, and charitable achievements across the West.
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.