Brazil have officially confirmed that Neymar will play no part in their upcoming World Cup fixture against Haiti, with the superstar forward set to remain behind while his teammates travel to Philadelphia. The Santos man is still working his way back to full fitness, and the Selecao medical staff have decided against taking any unnecessary risks with their talisman.
DR Congo midfielder Ngal’ayel Mukau has delivered a brutally honest assessment of Cristiano Ronaldo’s current abilities, suggesting the Portugal icon no longer requires special tactical attention. The blunt comments came in the wake of a historic 1-1 draw between the two nations at the 2026 World Cup.
Portugal boss Roberto Martinez has stood firm in his support of Cristiano Ronaldo despite the veteran striker enduring a frustrating afternoon in their 2026 World Cup opener. The Selecao were held to a shock 1-1 draw by DR Congo in Houston and Ronaldo played the full 90 minutes despite struggling to affect the game, leaving fans and pundits questioning the captain's continued presence in the starting XI.
Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez is reportedly closing in on a move to the Saudi Pro League to link up with national team captain Cristiano Ronaldo. The Spaniard's tenure with the Selecao appears set to conclude following the 2026 World Cup, with Al-Nassr emerging as his likely next destination.
Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi will miss his side's World Cup clash with Germany after being denied entry to Canada amid an ongoing criminal investigation in France. The 23-year-old remains in the United States while authorities examine allegations linked to suspicious betting activity during a Ligue 1 match earlier this year.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s relentless drive to break records is starting to hinder Portugal’s tactical flexibility at the 2026 World Cup, according to former Manchester United team-mate Louis Saha. The legendary striker has come under fire following a sluggish performance in his country’s opening match, sparking a massive debate over his starting role.
Brazil defender Danilo believes Neymar's presence alone can transform the Selecao, even as the forward continues his recovery from injury. With Carlo Ancelotti's side under pressure after dropping points in their opening match, Brazil are hoping their talisman can return soon and provide the attacking spark they currently lack.
The 2026 World Cup is set to be the biggest ever, with the participating teams increasing from 32 to 48, meaning more matches, betting markets, and more betting opportunities. The competition will be held across three countries, including the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Peter Schmeichel has launched a scathing attack on Roberto Martinez, accusing the Portugal boss of repeating the same mistakes that saw him "waste" Belgium's golden generation. The legendary Manchester United goalkeeper was left fuming after a toothless Selecao were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their 2026 World Cup opener.
Marc Cucurella has broken his silence following his blockbuster move to Real Madrid, revealing that an encouraging phone call from Jose Mourinho helped pave the way. Despite his deep-rooted ties to Barcelona's famed La Masia academy, the 27-year-old left-back insisted he could not turn down the chance to join the most successful club in Europe.
Thomas Tuchel enjoyed a winning start to life as England manager at the 2026 World Cup, but the German was left far from happy with the pre-match scenes. Despite a 4-2 victory over Croatia in Arlington, the former Chelsea boss has remarkably called on FIFA to rethink their stadium protocols after a personal milestone was soured by pitchside distractions.
Brazil icon Cafu has waded into the eternal debate regarding the greatest players to ever grace the pitch, identifying the specific traits that separate the elite from the rest of the pack. While the usual suspects from Argentina and Brazil dominate his rankings, the legendary full-back has insisted that a fourth name deserves to be mentioned in the same breath as Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona, and Pele.
Thomas Tuchel enjoyed a winning start to his first World Cup as England manager, but the 4-2 victory over Croatia was not without its moments of tension. The German tactician was seen in a heated exchange with one of his most senior players as he demanded tactical perfection from the touchline in Dallas.
Antoine Semenyo played a decisive role as Ghana snatched a dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama at the death. Caleb Yirenkyi's 95th-minute winner secured all three points for the Black Stars, who moved level with England at the top of World Cup Group L ahead of a crucial showdown between the two nations.
Luis Diaz proved exactly why he is one of the most in-form attackers in world football, turning in a Man of the Match performance to guide Colombia to a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan. The Bayern Munich star was at the heart of everything positive for the South Americans as they kicked off their 2026 World Cup campaign in style at the iconic Estadio Azteca.
Thomas Tuchel did not describe, exactly, what he said at half-time of England's 4-2 win over Croatia that opened up their 2026 World Cup campaign. The score was deadlocked at 2-2 at the time, and England weren't playing particularly well. Tuchel insisted that he had some calm words and told his team to play with courage. The reality, though, is probably a little harsher.
Thomas Tuchel has offered an optimistic update on Declan Rice after the Arsenal midfielder caused a major scare by limping out of England's World Cup opener. The Three Lions got their campaign off to a flying start in Dallas, but the sight of their midfield anchor heading for the tunnel early sparked immediate concern for fans and club manager Mikel Arteta alike.
Just over a month before the start of the World Cup, Ayyoub Bouaddi had yet to decide where his international future lay. Would the France Under-21 midfielder continue representing the nation of his birth? Or accept an offer to represent his parents' homeland, Morocco? In the end, after much deliberation, he went with the latter, and it's already looking like the correct call.
Harry Kane has revealed how Thomas Tuchel's half-time team talk inspired England to raise their level and beat Croatia in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup. After a tense first half, the Three Lions produced a dominant display after the break, with the Bayern Munich star crediting his manager's message for the dramatic improvement.
Portugal's 2026 World Cup campaign began with a whimper as they were held to a shock 1-1 draw by DR Congo. Manager Roberto Martinez is now facing a storm of criticism for his refusal to substitute a struggling Cristiano Ronaldo, with pundits suggesting the boss is prioritising his relationship with the superstar over the team's success.
.png?auto=webp&format=pjpg&width=3840&quality=60)
.png?auto=webp&format=pjpg&width=3840&quality=60)
