A FIFA World Cup 2026 match between Sweden and Tunisia featured ball-contact technology akin to cricket's 'Snicko' to review a controversial offside goal. The technology confirmed a touch by Alexander Isak, leading to the goal being awarded to Mattias Svanberg, contributing to Sweden's 5-1 victory.
Jogos emocionantes na Copa do Mundo com goleada da Alemanha sobre Curaçao (7-1), empate entre Holanda e Japão (2-2) e vitória da Costa do Marfim contra o Equador (1-0). Suécia lidera Grupo F.
FIFA's anti-discrimination partner Fare has called for the removal of a VAR official at the World Cup after he allegedly made a gesture resembling a white supremacist symbol during Germany's match against Curaçao. The Australian official, Shaun Evans, appeared to make an 'OK' sign, which the Anti-Defamation League classifies as a hate symbol.
FIFA's anti-discrimination partner Fare has called for the removal of a VAR official at the World Cup after he allegedly made a hand gesture resembling a white supremacist symbol during Germany's match against Curaçao. The gesture, an 'OK' sign, has been classified as a hate symbol by the Anti-Defamation League.
Katy Perry kicked off the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Los Angeles with a vibrant live performance at SoFi Stadium, wearing a sparkling silver dress by Stella McCartney and completing her look with Aquazzura heels. She performed the song 'Wonder' for the first time with 10-year-old Norwegian child Teo Luca.
Germany thrashed Curaçao 7-1 in Houston, surpassing Brazil as the highest-scoring nation in FIFA World Cup history with 239 goals. Kai Havertz scored twice.
The FIFA World Cup has begun with exciting games, including a dominant 4-1 win for the US men's team against Paraguay. Upsets like Australia's 2-0 victory over Turkey and Scotland leading Group C have added to the drama. Key matches ahead include Iran vs. New Zealand, France vs. Senegal, and Argentina vs. Algeria.
The FIFA World Cup 2026, hosted by the US, Mexico, and Canada, is underway with 12 matches completed. This week sees the debut of major stars like Lionel Messi's Argentina and Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal, alongside other former champions.
The FIFA World Cup 2026, co-hosted by the US, Mexico, and Canada, is entering its second week with major stars like Messi and Ronaldo set to make their debuts. Defending champions Argentina face Algeria, while Portugal plays Congo DR. Several former champions also begin their campaigns.
VAR referee Shaun Evans is accused of making a white supremacist gesture during Germany's match against Curacao at the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Houston. Anti-discrimination body Fare Network urged FIFA to remove Evans, calling the gesture an intentional transmission of a neo-Nazi symbol.
Manuel Neuer, 40, became Germany's oldest player at a major tournament during their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Curaçao. Germany won 7-1, with Neuer marking his return after a brief retirement and injuries to other keepers.
Yasin Ayari scored two goals, including a late strike, as Sweden began their FIFA World Cup campaign with a dominant 5-1 victory over Tunisia. The win propelled Sweden to the top of Group F.
Sweden secured a resounding 5-1 victory over Tunisia in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Guadalupe, Mexico. Yasin Ayari scored twice, with Alexander Isak, Viktor Gyokeres, and Mattias Svanberg adding goals. Sweden now leads Group F.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage has begun with significant matches. Brazil drew with Morocco, Scotland beat Haiti, Australia upset Turkey, Germany dominated Curaçao, and the Netherlands narrowly defeated Japan. Ivory Coast secured a late win against Ecuador.
Amad Diallo scored a dramatic 90th-minute winner to give Ivory Coast a 1-0 victory over Ecuador in their FIFA World Cup Group E match. This marks Ivory Coast's return to the tournament after a 12-year absence.
Cote d’Ivoire secured a 1-0 victory over Ecuador in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group E match, with Amad Diallo scoring the decisive goal in the 90th minute. Germany also achieved a dominant 7-1 win against Curacao in the same group.
South Korea resumed training Sunday in Zapopan, Mexico, to prepare for their FIFA World Cup Group A match against Mexico on Thursday. Both teams won their openers, with South Korea beating Czechia 2-1 and Mexico defeating South Africa 2-0. Key players Kim Tae-hyeon and Bae Jun-ho are recovering from ankle injuries.
Georgina Rodriguez, partner of Cristiano Ronaldo, has been announced as the new brand ambassador for Italian fashion brand Calzedonia. The announcement was made via social media, showcasing her modelling swimwear on billboards worldwide. This partnership highlights Rodriguez's growing independent career beyond her association with Ronaldo.
The Netherlands and Japan played to a 2-2 draw in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group F match at Dallas Stadium. Virgil van Dijk and Crysencio Summerville scored for the Dutch, while Keito Nakamura and Daichi Kamada netted for Japan. Both teams will continue their group stage play later in the week.
Germany's national football team secured a resounding 7-1 victory over Curacao in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier match held in Houston. The win places Germany at the top of Group E with three points.
Germany leads Curaçao 4-1 in a World Cup qualifier in Houston. Curaçao scored their first-ever FIFA World Cup goal in the 21st minute, but Germany responded with goals from Schlotterbeck, Havertz, and Musiala.
Curaçao, the smallest country to compete at the World Cup, scored its first-ever FIFA World Cup goal against four-time champion Germany in Houston. The goal came in the 23rd minute, equalizing the match.
ABC Sport provides live coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026, with four matches scheduled for Monday. The games include Germany vs Curaçao, Netherlands vs Japan, Côte d'Ivoire vs Ecuador, and Sweden vs Tunisia, taking place across different US stadiums.
Curaçao leveled the score against Germany with a powerful shot from Livano Comenencia in the 21st minute. Germany had previously opened the scoring in the 6th minute through Felix Nmecha.
