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BreakingFIFA World Cup 2026Spain 2-1 Belgium: La Roja reach the semi-final thanks to a late Merino winner
Thanks to a decisive 88th-minute goal from Mikel Merino, Spain edged past Belgium 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup quarter-final, booking their semi-final spot against France.
TransfersVozinha, Cape Verde's revelation, courted by Inter Miami and half a dozen other clubs
From an unknown goalkeeper in Portugal's second division to a global phenomenon followed by over 28 million people, Vozinha, Cape Verde's hero at the 2026 World Cup, is receiving offers from Inter Miami and clubs around the world.
FIFA World Cup 2026Ankle knock, reassuring scans: what to know about Mbappé's substitution against Morocco
Kylian Mbappé was substituted in the 75th minute of the 2026 World Cup quarter-final against Morocco due to ankle pain, though initial scans came back reassuring ahead of the July 14 semi-final.
FIFA World Cup 2026Messi and Mbappé rewrite history: the World Cup's all-time top scorers ranking
Lionel Messi has become the World Cup's all-time top scorer with 21 goals, ahead of Kylian Mbappé (20 goals), while Miroslav Klose (16 goals) rounds out the podium. Here's the full ranking.
Despite a brilliant individual performance, Bounou admits France's total superiority
After Morocco's 0-2 defeat to France in the 2026 World Cup quarter-final, goalkeeper Yassine Bounou acknowledged Les Bleus' superiority in every aspect, despite his own standout performance.
FIFA World Cup 2026Morocco leave the 2026 World Cup with their heads held high
Despite the 0-2 defeat to France in the quarter-final, Morocco leave the 2026 World Cup with their heads held high, after a run that confirms their Qatar 2022 heroics were no fluke.
BreakingFIFA World Cup 2026France, the first team through to the 2026 World Cup semi-finals
By beating Morocco 2-0 in the quarter-final, France became the first team to book their spot in the 2026 World Cup semi-finals, ahead of the remaining qualifiers being decided over the coming days.
FIFA World Cup 2026Kylian Mbappé at the 2026 World Cup: France's talisman shares the top scorer spot
Between a decisive goal against Paraguay, a missed penalty versus Morocco, and a goal plus assist that sent France into the semi-final, Kylian Mbappé continues to stand out as one of the 2026 World Cup's key figures, with 8 goals to his name.
BreakingFIFA World Cup 2026France 2-0 Morocco: Les Bleus reach the semi-final despite a missed Mbappé penalty
Thanks to second-half goals from Mbappé and Dembélé, France beat Morocco 2-0 in the 2026 World Cup quarter-final, despite a missed first-half penalty from Mbappé, ending the Atlas Lions' run.
TransfersJuly 9 transfer window: Manzambi, Hjulmand, Andrey Santos... a day picking up pace
From Manzambi's move to Newcastle to Tchouaméni's contract extension at Real Madrid, via the arrivals of Mingueza and Andrey Santos, here is everything to remember from the July 9, 2026 transfer window.
BreakingFIFA World Cup 2026Follow the France-Morocco match with live commentary
Morocco and France meet again this Thursday in a historic rematch of the Qatar 2022 semi-final, at the World Cup 2026 quarter-final stage. Follow the atmosphere of the match live.
Botola ProValdemar, AS FAR's new coach: a heavy legacy to carry
AS FAR have officially announced the signing of Portuguese coach Suárez Gonçalves Pedro Valdemar for two seasons, replacing Alexandre Santos, who left for Kuwaiti club Al-Kuwait SC.