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Morocco’s huge $90m World Cup blow on eve of quarter-final blockbuster against Mbappe and France
Morocco confirmed star Ismael Saibari will miss their 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final against two-time champions France through injury. Kylian Mbappe’s France and Morocco are set to meet in Foxborough on Friday (AEST), with a semi-final berth up for grabs. QUARTER-FINAL FIXTURES: Everything you need to knowPREVIEW: ‘Two-edged sword’ facing Lionel Messi’s A
‘Two-edged sword’ facing Lionel Messi’s Argentina, the superstar set for a ‘breakout’ game and the incredible World cup story: ‘Surely he can’t keep going’
There is a “two-edged sword” facing Lionel Messi and defending champions Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals, according to Danish great Thomas Sorensen. Argentina will meet Switzerland in the last eight on Sunday (AEST) following nail-biting wins over tournament debutants Cape Verde and Egypt. QUARTER-FINAL FIXTURES: Everything you need to kn
There’s a new wave of clubs, incl. 4 juggernauts, reportedly interested in Lucas Herrington. The list is extraordinary
Manchester United, Manchester City, Chelsea and Bayern Munich are reportedly among a new wave of clubs interested in Socceroos sensation Lucas Herrington. Herrington only made his debut for MLS club Colorado Rapids in February and became the youngest Socceroo to start for Australia at a FIFA World Cup, but some of the world’s biggest clubs […]
How to watch France vs Morocco: World Cup quarter-final kick-off time, live stream
France and Morocco will renew hostilities when they meet in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals on Friday (AEST). Two-time champions France and 2022 semi-finalists Morocco will go head-to-head in Foxborough, four years on from their final-four showdown in Qatar. France conquered Morocco 2-0 in the semi-finals at Qatar 2022 before losing to Lionel Messi’s
Aussie phenom named MLS All-Star alongside Lionel Messi… five months after his debut!
Australian sensation Lucas Herrington has been named in the MLS All-Star squad to face Mexico’s LIGA MX All-Stars on July 30 (AEST). Herrington has been recognised just five months after making his debut for Colorado Rapids, with the 18-year-old Socceroos defender part of the 29-player squad, headlined by Inter Miami’s Argentina legend Lionel Messi, Son […]
Forget Lamine Yamal, ‘a great among greats’ is fuelling Spain’s World Cup bid. The proof is in the numbers
Mikel Oyarzabal is soaring to new heights after leading Spain to the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 on Friday (AEST). Oyarzabal was on the scoresheet again as European champions Spain outclassed Austria 3-0 in Los Angeles, opening the scoring in the 36th minute before Pedro Porro doubled the lead in the second half. The […]
Cristiano Ronaldo creates World Cup history as Portugal superstar starts Round-of-32 clash
Cristiano Ronaldo has been named in the starting XI for Portugal’s FIFA World Cup Round-of-32 clash against Croatia. Ronaldo’s position in the line-up has generated debated throughout the showpiece tournament, but Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has retained the superstar in his starting side to face Luka Modric’s Croatia in Toronto on Friday (AEST). Wi
Flawless co-hosts snapped a 40-year World Cup curse but they’ve been labelled ‘below average’ before England showdown
United States legend Brad Friedel played down Mexico’s quality ahead of their FIFA World Cup Round-of-16 match against England, explaining how the Three Lions can take down the co-hosts. Mexico and England will go head-to-head for a spot in the quarter-finals in Mexico City on Monday (AEST). El Tri snapped a 40-year curse en route […]
Cristiano Ronaldo’s ‘goodbye’? Retirement bombshell hits World Cup
Cristiano Ronaldo’s sister Katia Aveiro claimed the Portugal legend could be set to retire from international football following the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ronaldo became the oldest outfield player to appear in a World Cup knockout match as Portugal outlasted Croatia 2-1 in the Round of 32 on Friday (AEST). The 41-year-old’s is Portugal’s all-time […]
Ronaldo scores first World Cup knockout goal but $115m signing sends Portugal to Round of 16 in wild finale after ‘courageous’ decision
Tears, projectiles and snicko: ‘One of the biggest VAR decisions there’s even been’ stuns World Cup
Who has scored the most World Cup goals in history? Where Messi, Ronaldo and Mbappe rank on all-time list
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached the business end, and the superstars have come out to play in North America. Argentina legend Lionel Messi and France’s all-time leading goalscorer Kylian Mbappe share the Golden Boot lead with six goals apiece, while Norway’s Erling Haaland is hot on their heels. Messi, Mbappe, England’s Harry Kane […]
Cristiano Ronaldo addresses his future after ‘last dance’ report as coach explains big call in Portugal victory
Cristiano Ronaldo said he will make a decision on his international future following the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ronaldo and Portugal qualified for the Round of 16 thanks to a dramatic 2-1 win over Croatia in Toronto on Friday (AEST) but the future of the five-time Ballon d’Or winner has dominated headlines. ‘LAST DANCE?’: Cristiano Ronaldo’s […]
What Steve Corica said in his first press conference as Yokohama F.Marinos coach
Steve Corica helped his first press conference since being appointed head coach of Yokohama F.Marinos in Japan’s J1 League, highlighting his philosophy and quest to resolve the club’s defensive issues. Corica is embarking on his first overseas coaching gig after leaving A-League Men champions Auckland FC for F.Marinos. The A-League great is the sixth Aussie
Aussie follows in Steven Gerrard’s footsteps with coaching appointment. It means a reunion with Ange Postecoglou
Arthur Papas has been appointed head coach of Al-Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League. The highly-rated Australian has signed a one-year deal with the option of a further after being prised from J1 League outfit Cerezo Osaka in Japan. ANGE X RONALDO: Postecoglou’s next club announced as Aussie legend lands HUGE gig Papas, who previously […]
Why the Socceroos are ‘blowing up’ as debate rages over refereeing: ‘Not sure what his definition of a foul is’
‘One of the saves of the World Cup’ rescues the Socceroos: ‘Oh my days’
Socceroos goalkeeper Patrick Beach produced a stunning stoppage-time save against Egypt to force extra-time at the FIFA World Cup. With time expiring in regulation of the Round-of-32 showdown in Dallas on Saturday (AEST), Beach made a breath-taking save to deny Ramy Rabia in the 94th minute. With the score deadlocked at 1-1, Egypt captain Mo […]
Tony Popovic’s ‘incredible’ 120th-minute change after Socceroos GK’s heroics. ‘Exactly the opposite’ of 4 years ago
Lionel Messi scores record-extending World Cup goal: ‘Genius at work’
Lionel Messi scored again for defending champions Argentina in the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup on Saturday (AEST). Messi produced a moment of individual brilliance approaching the half-hour mark to give Argentina a 1-0 lead over Cape Verde in Miami. The 39-year-old controlled the ball exquisitely before finishing on the half-volley against […]
Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Thierry Henry’s message for Socceroos teen after World Cup heartbreak
Iconic duo Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Thierry rallied behind Socceroos teenager Lucas Herrington after he missed a penalty in Australia’s FIFA World Cup defeat to Egypt. The Socceroos were eliminated from the World Cup at the Round-of-32 stage following a 4-2 penalty shootout loss to Egypt in Dallas on Saturday (AEST). Herrington stepped up to take […]