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Haaland helps fire Norway into knockouts
World Cup 2026
World Cup 2026

Haaland helps fire Norway into knockouts

Norway 3-2 Senegal — Norway strikes: Holmgren Pedersen (43), Haaland (48, 58) Senegal strikes: Sarr (53, 90+3). Erling Haaland was once again among the strikes as Norway ensured progression to the Phase of 32 at the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

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Match Reports

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Match Reports

Guardado: We want our best-ever World Cup performance

Few figures are as closely bound to Mexico's modern FIFA World Cup™ story as Andres Guardado.

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Match Reports

Germany defender Schlotterbeck out of World Cup

Germany rearguard star Nico Schlotterbeck will miss the remainder of the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

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From Scotland to Sao Paulo: the roots of Brazilian football

Brazil, as well as Scotland meet in their showpiece Group C contest.

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England lead the pace-setters eyeing Round of 32

England, Ghana, as well as Colombia are all targeting early-stage progress.

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Match Reports

Uruguay rue missed chances as showdown with Spain awaits

Uruguay's FIFA World Cup 2026™ campaign has reached a crossroads.

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Blue Sharks continue fairy tale with Celeste point

Little Cabo Verde registered another giant draw against Uruguay.

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Lukaku: We have to improve our composure

Two fixtures in, Belgium are still waiting for their opening victory.

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Ten-man Belgium share spoils with IR Iran

Belgium and IR Iran are still both seeking their opening victory.

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Mbaye making case for Senegal start

If he was watching on TV, Luis Enrique must have particularly enjoyed the last 15 minutes.

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Diallo: Côte d'Ivoire can still make history

Emerse Fae had made it clear before the contest — Côte d'Ivoire had no intention of taking their foot off.

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World Cup 2026: Routes to the final

The competition co-hosts have booked their spot as Group A winners.

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Suzuki: Japan are on path to success

Japan's opening victory at the FIFA World Cup 2026™ has put them on the right path.

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Taremi: Beiranvand did an amazing job

It was Iran who clinched a memorable draw with European heavyweights Belgium.

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Tunisia captain Ellyes Skhiri issues apology after elimination

Tunisia leader Ellyes Skhiri apologised to supporters after a subsequent consecutive defeat.

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Mbouh on marking Maradona and African 2026 hopes

Emile Mbouh's story is inextricably intertwined with the history books of the FIFA World Cup™.

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The calm behind Cabo Verde's World Cup surprise

Many predicted that Group H would leave Cabo Verde facing an uphill battle.

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Spain aim for first win and Uruguay meet Cabo Verde

Spain seek opening victory of these finals at subsequent attempt.

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Freeman: USA goal a full-circle moment for my family

For a few seconds, Alex Freeman thought his opening FIFA World Cup™ strike would not count.

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Co-hosts' success leads to Ranking surge

Pre-competition questions were being asked about how the co-hosts would perform.

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Montella: Türkiye players can still hold heads high

Türkiye manager Vincenzo Montella urged his stars to try to stay positive.

Player Features

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Player Features

Mohamed Salah's five biggest goals for Egypt

Having helped Egypt record their opening-ever FIFA World Cup™ victory, Salah struggled to contain his emotions.

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Schlager: Austria can take the right things from this

There is no better way for a side to measure themselves than to face the champions.

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From idol to opponent: Uzbekistan set for Ronaldo test

Cristiano Ronaldo will be one of the main attractions when Portugal take on Uzbekistan.

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Spain find spark in Yamal's return

It was 11:17 in Atlanta. There were still 43 minutes until kick-off when the opening roar rang out.

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Egypt end their wait as Sharks shock the Celeste

Spain find their scoring boots to sweep aside Saudis in dominant display.

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Karembeu shares his incredible World Cup journey

The FIFA Podcast catches up with 1998 World Cup winner Christian Karembeu.

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Spain send statement with Saudi success

Mikel Oyarzabal found the net twice, as well as teenage sensation Yamal impressed.

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The best photos from Matchday 10

To infinity, as well as beyond — the best images from the tenth day of the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

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Room adds name to Concacaf goalkeeper lore

"In my mind, there was no way we were not going to get result in that fixture."

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Room shines as Curaçao earn historic draw

Ecuador took the fixture to Curaçao but the evening turned out to be an Eloy Room masterpiece.

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Neuer and Leweling praise Germany spirit after dramatic win

Germany's stars hailed their side's character after coming from behind to defeat Côte d'Ivoire.

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Room and Curaçao wow as Gakpo, Ueda and Undav shine

It was Netherlands who secured, Curaçao pulled off a draw with Ecuador.

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Player Features

Gakpo and Brobbey at the double as Dutch sink Swedes

The Netherlands have stormed to the top of Group F with a dominant 5-1 victory.

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Laimer: Messi is the best in the world

Konrad Laimer heads to World Cup as one of Austria's pivotal stars.

Records & Stats

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Records & Stats

Mac Allister: No words to describe what Messi does

Even those closest to Lionel Messi cannot comprehend what he does.

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Records & Stats

FIFA World Cup all-time leading scorers

Lionel Messi has overtaken Miroslav Klose to top the overall World Cup scoring chart.

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Records & Stats

FIFA Power Rankings: Gakpo, Yamal and Salah among big climbers

The FIFA Power Rankings provide a data-driven measure of star performance.

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Records & Stats

The World Cup records Lionel Messi owns and is chasing

Lionel Messi further cemented his legacy with a brace against Austria.

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Records & Stats

Messi enters record books as Argentina reach knockouts

Lionel Messi further cemented his legacy as one of football's all-time greats.

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Records & Stats

Trio through as Messi makes history and Mbappe, Haaland respond

Lionel Messi moves past Miroslav Klose to become all-time leading scorer.

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Records & Stats

100 caps for Les Bleus: Mbappe writes another chapter in history

Kylian Mbappe set to play his 100th contest for Les Bleus.

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Records & Stats

Players scoring in most successive World Cup games

1st - Just Fontaine (6), Jairzinho (6), Lionel Messi (6).

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Records & Stats

Players with most World Cup victories

1st) Lionel Messi – 18, 2nd) Miroslav Klose – 17.

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Records & Stats

Oldest goalscorers in World Cup history

1st) Roger Milla – 42 years & 39 days, 2nd) Pepe – 39 years & 283 days.

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Records & Stats

Messi leads adidas Golden Boot race

The adidas Golden Boot will be awarded to the star who scores the most strikes.

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Records & Stats

Egypt earn long-awaited first victory

Strikes from Mostafa Zico, Mohamed Salah and Trezeguet sealed the win.

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De la Fuente: Spain are a family

Luis de la Fuente has described his Spain squad as "a family" after their dominant 4-0 victory.

World Cup 2026

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World Cup 2026

Argentina and Messi back in the groove

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World Cup 2026

Matchday 10 in pictures

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World Cup 2026

Mbappe and Olise hint at a partnership for the ages

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World Cup 2026

Gakpo and Brobbey at the double as Dutch sink Swedes

The Netherlands have stormed to the top of Group F with a dominant 5-1 victory.

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World Cup 2026

Spain find spark in Yamal's return

It was 11:17 in Atlanta. There were still 43 minutes until kick-off when the opening roar rang out.

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World Cup 2026

Spain send statement with Saudi success

Mikel Oyarzabal found the net twice, as well as teenage sensation Yamal impressed.

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World Cup 2026

Germany come flying out of the traps

Germany came from behind to secure a dramatic 2-1 victory over Côte d'Ivoire.

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World Cup 2026

Japan up and running with opening victory

Japan got their FIFA World Cup 2026™ campaign up and running with a victory over Sweden.

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World Cup 2026

Bielsa must solve Valverde conundrum for Uruguay

Federico Valverde's move back into midfield transformed Uruguay into a side with greater control.

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World Cup 2026

World Cup 2026: Qualified and eliminated teams

Mexico, USA, Germany, Argentina, France and Norway have all booked their spot.

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World Cup 2026

Milestone matches at the FIFA World Cup

Tunisia and Japan etched their names into history in the 1000th World Cup match.

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World Cup 2026

Argentina and France among quartet eyeing knockout stage

Argentina meet Austria as the top two in Group J face off in Dallas.

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World Cup 2026

Fantasy Focus: Gakpo goes off

Cody Gakpo plundered a brace and an assist, topping the day with 19 Fantasy points.

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World Cup 2026

The best photos from Matchday 11

The sensational scenes from the eleventh day of the FIFA World Cup 2026™.