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France overcome resolute Paraguay to reach quarter-final
World Cup favourites France book their quarter-final place thanks to Kylian Mbappe's second-half penalty against a stubborn Paraguay side in Philadelphia.
July 5, 2026Fifa explains decision to rule out Germany goal
Fifa says coaches and players were told before the World Cup referees will punish the type of foul that saw Germany's extra-time goal against Paraguay ruled out.
July 1, 2026Croatia beat Ghana to reach knockout stages
Nikola Vlasic scores a late header as Croatia booked their place in the World Cup last 32 with victory over already-qualified Ghana in Philadelphia.
June 28, 2026World Cup still waits for real Brazil to show up
While rivals Argentina and France have impressed in the United States, Brazil have struggled to hit top form - despite a 3-0 win over minnows Haiti.
June 20, 2026Ivory Coast's Wahi allowed into Canada after visa issue
The Ivory Coast football federation have announced their forward Elye Wahi will be allowed into Canada for their next World Cup game after earlier being denied entry.
June 18, 2026Mbappe becomes France's record scorer with two goals at World Cup - Reuters
Mbappe becomes France's record scorer with two goals at World Cup Reuters
June 16, 2026Amad scores 90th-minute winner for Ivory Coast
Watch how Ivory Coast's Amad Diallo wins their Group E match against Ecuador in the 90th minute at the 2026 World Cup.
June 15, 2026As more US business owners retire many are selling up to their staff
Some six million bosses of American firms will be entering retirement between now and 2035.
June 14, 2026Teenager Diomande starts for Ivory Coast against Ecuador - Reuters
Teenager Diomande starts for Ivory Coast against Ecuador Reuters
June 14, 2026Ancelotti says Brazil must improve after 1-1 World Cup draw - Reuters
Ancelotti says Brazil must improve after 1-1 World Cup draw Reuters
June 14, 2026Spectacular Vinicius Jr goal earns Brazil draw against Morocco
Vinicius Jr scores a spectacular solo goal to earn a draw for five-time winners Brazil against Morocco at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
June 14, 2026Motels, marshland and luxury rates: Welcome to the World Cup in New Jersey - Reuters
Motels, marshland and luxury rates: Welcome to the World Cup in New Jersey Reuters
June 13, 2026Ghana's Partey out of Panama game after visa refused says FIFA - Reuters
Ghana's Partey out of Panama game after visa refused says FIFA Reuters
June 12, 2026'A World Cup for them not us': Fans' anger at US travel bans and visa restrictions
Fans across the world say US travel bans and visa regulations make them feel excluded from the World Cup.
June 7, 2026US draws up plans to halt immigration, customs processing at 'sanctuary city' airports - Reuters
US draws up plans to halt immigration, customs processing at 'sanctuary city' airports Reuters
May 27, 2026Mexico president says there are 'all guarantees' for 2026 World Cup - Reuters
Mexico president says there are 'all guarantees' for 2026 World Cup Reuters
February 24, 2026More than 5,000 flights cancelled as US east coast digs out of record snow
A major snowstorm walloped the US north-east, causing disruptions for millions and thousands of flight cancellations.
February 23, 2026Family of Palestinian-American man killed in West Bank demand accountability
Nasrallah Abu Siyam was the sixth American citizen killed by Israeli settlers or soldiers in the West Bank in the last two years.
February 21, 2026