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Congo overcome Jamaica 1-0 in extra time to book FIFA World Cup 2026 berth

Congo has never played in a World Cup under that name, although it participated in the 1974 edition in Germany as Zaire

Lionel Messi stars as Argentina beat Zambia 5-0 in possible home farewell

The 38-year-old Messi set up Julian Alvarez in the fourth minute and then scored in the 43rd at La Bombonera stadium in Buenos Aires

Mexico's World Cup plans reviewed as Sheinbaum meets FIFA President Gianni

The tournament kicks off on June 11 at the iconic Azteca Stadium in Mexico City with a match between the hosts and South Africa

Co-host Mexico revamps base, seeks to match 1970 and 1986 WC performances

To ensure optimal preparation, the Mexican Football Federation (FMF) invested 400 million pesos (around $22 million) in renovating their training center known as Centro de Alto Rendimiento (CAR)

ISL clubs urge AIFF to pause binding rights decision at ExCo meet

The ISL clubs have been embroiled in a conflict with the AIFF, with recent developments focusing on the commercial rights tender.

AIFF opens media rights bids; Genius Sports puts Rs 2129 crore bid

FanCode and Genius Sports submitted bids for the commercial rights relating to the ISL and the Federation Cup (or the Super Cup)

Iran soccer team honors victims of deadly missile attack on school children

More than 165 people were killed, most of them children, when a Feb. 28 strike, likely launched by the U.S., hit the school in southern Iran

India beat Pakistan 3-0 in SAFF U20 opener to book semifinal berth

Dodum struck in the 64th and 88th minutes after Vishal Yadav had handed the Blue Colts an early advantage in the third minute

Iran bars sports teams from 'hostile' countries over security concerns

The ban announced by Iran's Ministry of Sports in Tehran didn't mention the World Cup which starts June 11 in the United States, Canada and Mexico

Mbappe shines as France beat Brazil 2-1 in 2026 FIFA World Cup warmup

The former Paris Saint-Germain and current Real Madrid star showed no ill effects from his knee injury on Thursday when he broke free for a goal to give France an early lead on its way to a 2-1 win

Italy seal 2-0 win over Northern Ireland in WC qualification playoff semis

Italy next visits Bosnia and Herzegovina, needing another victory to reach the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026

Ireland suffer blow as Szmodics stretchered off in World Cup playoff tie

Szmodics collided with Czech player Stepan Chaloupek as they both moved toward a high ball

Mexico set for Portugal test at Azteca despite injury concerns

Mexico is missing 12 regular call-ups including captain Edson Alvarez and five other starters as the team prepares to face Portugal on Saturday and Belgium three days later

Mohamed Salah's top 5 iconic moments during his time at Liverpool FC

From crucial goals to historic performances, here are five of Salah's most memorable contributions in a Liverpool shirt.

Mbappe played on despite injury after Real Madrid scanned wrong knee

Mbappe's problem began after a knock during Madrid's La Liga defeat to Celta Vigo last December

ISL 25/26: Braian's brace gives Bengaluru FC 3-1 victory over Inter Kashi

Braian Sanchez scored a brace to help Bengaluru FC register a 3-1 win over Inter Kashi FC in an Indian Super League match here on Sunday.

Lionel Messi, Micael dos Santos spark Inter Miami comeback victory vs NYCFC

Inter Miami (3-1-1) pulls into a second-place tie in the Eastern Conference by handing NYCFC (3-1-1) its first loss.

Pep's Man City dominate Arsenal to win English League Cup at Wembley

The first major domestic trophy of the season is Manchester City 's. And after a dominant 2-0 win against Arsenal in the English League Cup final on Sunday, it may not be the last.

La Liga: Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid preview and live streaming details

With both teams in top form and crucial points at stake, the latest Madrid derby promises to be a gripping encounter that could have major implications in the title race.

EFL Cup final: Arsenal vs Manchester City preview and streaming details

For Arsenal, this final represents a chance to end a decades-long drought in the competition, having last lifted the trophy back in 1993.