The knock-outs so far: Ronaldo's farewell, Balogun scandal and more

Jul 09, 2026

New York [US], July 9: The expansion of the World Cup from 32 to 48 teams saw the introduction of an extra round in the...

'We must not become paranoid' - France unruffled by Argentinian ref

Jul 09, 2026

New York [US], July 9: France are relaxed about an Argentinian referee being appointed for their World Cup quarter-final against Morocco, Bayern Munich defender Dayot...

Egypt want refereeing team banned for rest of World Cup

Jul 09, 2026

Atlanta (Georgia) [US], July 9: The Egyptian Football Association is seeking redress after being disgusted by the refereeing in Tuesday's dramatic 3-2 World Cup last-16...

Swiss beat Colombia for first World Cup quarter-final in 72 years

Jul 09, 2026

Vancouver [Canada], July 9: Switzerland reached the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time in 72 years with a 4-3 victory on penalties over Colombia...

Argentina, France, England among heavyweights with Morocco, Norway in the mix in race for semis

Jul 09, 2026

Boston (Massachusetts) [US], July 9: FIFA World Cup 2026 has entered the quarter-final stage with only eight teams remaining in the race for football's biggest...

Olise's yellow confirmed after France appeal rejected

Jul 09, 2026

Foxborough (Massachusetts) [US], July 9: The yellow card shown to France winger Michael Olise in the World Cup last-16 match against Paraguay will stand, coach...

Fearsome France face Morocco might in first of the last eight meetings

Jul 09, 2026

Foxborough (Massachusetts) [US], July 9: France will aim to keep their perfect run at the FIFA World Cup 2026 going when they take on Morocco...

Brazil face difficult times after another World Cup disappointment

Jul 07, 2026

East Rutherford (New Jersey) [US], July 7: Neymar cried bitter tears after his last appearance for Brazil while coach Carlo Ancelotti extended his hand to...

Trump call did not influence Balogun decision, says Infantino

Jul 07, 2026

Vancouver [US], July 7: FIFA chief Gianni Infantino says a call from US President Donald Trump about Folarin Balogun's red card in no way influenced...