Argentina booked their Round of 32 spot comfortably after a 3-3 draw with Algeria with coach Mascherano highlighting the team’s resilience without their legendary star.
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Why the World Cup Is Proving That African Football Is Ready for the Global Stage
Trending opinion on how African teams have been the tournament’s most relentless performers so far in 2026.
How the World Cup Became a Showcase for Football Diaspora
Palestinian-American, Iranian-American, and other diaspora communities are finding voice and identity through the 2026 World Cup.
Why Messi’s World Cup Hat-Trick at 38 Is the Greatest Individual Achievement in Football History
A sports opinion writer argued passionately that Lionel Messi’s hat-trick equalling the all-time World Cup scoring record at age 38 is the single greatest individual achievement in football’s history.
WhatsApp Gold Premium Version Hoax Returns Targeting Football Fans During FIFA World Cup 2026
Full Fact confirmed that the years-old WhatsApp Gold hoax offering a fictional premium version of the messaging app has resurfaced targeting football fans during the FIFA World Cup.
Sudan’s Women’s Under-17 Football Team Makes Historic International Debut in Morocco
Sudan’s women’s under-17 national team made its first-ever international appearance in Morocco amid the ongoing civil war for Olympic qualification.
David Raya’s Verdict On Spain’s Goalkeeper Battle Ahead Of World Cup
Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya discusses competing with Unai Simon for Spain’s starting goalkeeper spot.
Portugal To Honour Late Diogo Jota During FIFA World Cup With Special Gesture
The Portuguese football federation announces plans to honor the memory of the late winger during their opening match.
Egypt To Remove AFCON Stars From World Cup 2026 Jersey After FIFA’s Objection
The Egyptian Football Association agrees to remove the seven championship stars from their kit to comply with FIFA guidelines.
Bombs Were Falling: This FIFA World Cup Manager Refused To Leave Warzone Despite Family’s Request
A profile of the national team manager who remained in conflict areas to train players despite family concerns.