FIFA World Cup 2026 News

FIFA World Cup 2026 June 21 schedule, live match timings (IST), streaming

IFA World Cup 2026 June 21 fixtures (IST): Germany vs Ivory Coast (1:30 am), Ecuador vs Curaçao (5:30 am), Tunisia vs Japan (9:30 am), Spain vs Saudi Arabia (9:30 pm)

FIFA World Cup 2026 format explained: How will teams qualify for knockouts?

Unlike previous tournaments, where only 16 teams progressed from the group stage, the expanded format allows 32 nations to reach the knockout rounds.

Brazil vs Haiti HIGHLIGHTS FIFA WC 2026: Brazil and Morocco register first wins of the tournament

While Morocco beat Scotland 1-0 earlier, Brazil stole the show with a 3-0 win against Haiti

FIFA World Cup 2026: Why the Golden Boot race could be toughest this year?

Just one round of group-stage matches into the tournament, the race is already crowded with some of the biggest names in football.

Morocco to Cape Verde: Africa's strong start reshaping the WC narrative

Across the United States, Canada and Mexico, African nations have demonstrated that they are no longer content with simply participating.

Lamine Yamal 'not fully fit', likely to sit out Spain's 2nd World Cup game

Lamine Yamal is not feeling 100% fit and is not likely to start for Spain in the match against Saudi Arabia on Sunday at the World Cup.

Why Christian Pulisic is not playing USA's World Cup match vs Australia?

U.S. star Christian Pulisic will miss Friday's World Cup match against Australia because of a calf injury and was replaced in the starting lineup by Ricardo Pepi.

FIFA World Cup 2026 June 20 schedule, live match timings (IST), streaming

USA vs Australia at 12:30 AM, followed by Scotland vs Morocco at 3:30 AM, Brazil vs Haiti at 6:00 AM, Türkiye vs Paraguay at 8:30 AM, and concludes with Netherlands vs Sweden at 10:30 PM.

FIFA WC 2026 Week 1 round-up: Messi and Mbappe shine as Ronaldo's star dims

Mexico became the first team to reach the round of 32, while Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe stole the spotlight during the opening week of the FIFA World Cup 2026

Fifa deletes more abusive posts during 2026 World Cup than Qatar 2022

FIFA says it has deleted more than 30 million abusive posts and comments since its social media protection service was created before the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Canada beat 9-men Qatar 6-0 to register first ever win

Jonathan David scored a hat-trick to cap off the victory for the co-hosts, while Ismael Kone suffered a horrific leg injury that dampened the celebrations.

South Africa keeps World Cup hopes alive with 1-1 draw against Czechia

Mokoena, who was caught on camera with tears rolling down his cheeks during the pre-game national anthem, stepped up to the penalty spot and sent his shot low past Czechia goalkeeper to make it 1-1.

FIFA WC: Manzambi scores two as Switzerland beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 4-1

Ruben Vargas scored in the 84th minute for the Swiss shortly after Tarik Muharemovic was sent off for a dangerous tackle, leaving Bosnia with 10 men.

Tori Penso leads historic all-women refereeing team at FIFA World Cup

Referee Tori Penso, alongside assistant referees Kathryn Nesbitt and Brooke Mayo, became only the second all-female on-field officiating crew to oversee a men's World Cup match.

Neymar's recovery leaves Brazil searching for inspiration at World Cup 2026

Neymar's inclusion in Brazil's World Cup squad was one of the most debated decisions before the tournament.

FIFA World Cup 2026 June 19 schedule, live match timings (IST), streaming

FIFA World Cup 2026 June 19 fixtures (IST): Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina (12:30 am), Canada vs Qatar (3:30 am), Mexico vs South Korea (6:30 am).

South Africa to appeal Zwane's WC ban, citing Messi's foul vs Algeria

South Africa coach Hugo Broos wants to appeal midfielder Themba Zwane's three-match ban for a red card at the World Cup, citing Lionel Messi in his reasoning.

England vs Croatia HIGHLIGHTS FIFA WC 2026: ENG beat CRO 4-2; DR Congo stun POR with 1-1 draw

The likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Bruno Fernandes failed to get the win for Portugal courtesy of a disciplined performance by the debutants Congo.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Tuchel's England impresses in 4-2 win against Croatia

In a thrilling Group L encounter, Harry Kane scored twice while Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford also found the net as Thomas Tuchel's side overcame a spirited Croatian challenge.

FIFA World Cup: Ronaldo blanks as DR Congo earn historic point vs Portugal

While Portugal dominated possession for much of the contest, the African side showcased remarkable discipline, resilience and organisation to frustrate Roberto Martinez's men throughout the evening.