WORLD CUP 2026
Complete coverage of the greatest show on Earth. Scores, highlights, analysis, and stories from every match.
Messi’s 18th World Cup Goal: The Record That Settles the Debate
Lionel Messi became the World Cup's all-time top scorer with 18 goals, breaking a record held by Klose and Müller. Argentina's captain silenced critics with two goals against Nigeria.
Elena VasquezJun 23
Mbappe Strikes Twice as France Rolls Past Iraq in Thunderstorm Showdown
Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France overcame a lightning delay to beat Iraq 3-0, asserting dominance in Group D with a ruthless display.
Tommy GallagherJun 23
Egypt's World Cup Dream Grounded: Flight Denied Ahead of Crucial Clash
Egypt's World Cup hopes hang in limbo after their flight to Seattle was denied, stranding the team 350 miles from the stadium ahead of a must-win match.
Tommy GallagherJun 23
Belgium Star Doku Welcomes Son Mid-World Cup as Sexist Commentator Gets Benched
Belgium's Jeremy Doku skipped World Cup prep to witness his son's birth — while a French commentator was benched for calling fathers 'useless' in the delivery room. Two stories, one truth.
Tommy GallagherJun 23
Kerala artist builds World Cup trophy from coconut ribs and cardboard
Artist in Kerala builds FIFA World Cup trophy from coconut leaf ribs and cardboard, turning waste into a symbol of football passion and sustainability.
Greta LindqvistJun 23
Messi Shatters World Cup Scoring Record with Brace, Argentina Cruises Past Austria
Lionel Messi's brace against Austria made him the all-time leading scorer in men's World Cup history, as Argentina secured a place in the knockout rounds with a clinical 2-0 victory.
Tommy GallagherJun 23
Messi Shatters World Cup Scoring Record, Then Makes It Look Routine
Lionel Messi broke the World Cup all-time scoring record with his 17th goal against Austria. It was inevitable, and he made it look easy.
Tommy GallagherJun 23
France vs Iraq: A World Cup Clash That Defies Expectations
France's star-studded squad faces Iraq's gritty underdogs in a Group I World Cup match that's more than just a mismatch—it's a battle of heart versus hype.
Tommy GallagherJun 23
Why Gaza's World Cup Loyalty Shifted from Saudi Arabia to Spain
Gaza's World Cup fans cheered for Spain against Saudi Arabia — a political statement about normalization and solidarity that went far beyond football.
Tommy GallagherJun 23
Messi's Argentina face Austria in must-win Group J clash
Argentina face Austria in a must-win World Cup group stage clash. Can Messi save his team again, or will the champions crumble?
Tommy GallagherJun 22
Lamine Yamal's World Cup Arrival: One Goal, One Message, One Star Born
Lamine Yamal scored his first World Cup goal in 10 minutes against Saudi Arabia. It wasn't just a goal – it was a declaration. Spain's teenage star is here, and the tournament better be ready.
Tommy GallagherJun 22
Egypt Makes History with First World Cup Win as Spain Demolishes Saudi Arabia
Egypt celebrated its first World Cup victory ever on Day 11, while Spain crushed Saudi Arabia 4-0 in a dominant display.
Tommy GallagherJun 22