FIFA suspended Folarin Balogun's one-game ban on Sunday, allowing the forward to play for the USMNT against Belgium in the World Cup round of 16. The ban will be enforced if he commits a similar offense during a probationary period.
Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 in Toronto. Goals from Goncalo Ramos and a Cristiano Ronaldo penalty secured the win. Ronaldo also set a record as the oldest player in a World Cup knockout match.
Portugal and Croatia are set to clash in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 in Toronto, a match that could mark the final World Cup appearance for veteran stars Cristiano Ronaldo (41) or Luka Modric (40), both facing questions about their current form.
Senegal was eliminated from the 2026 World Cup round of 32 after a controversial penalty was awarded to Belgium in the final moments of extra time, leading to a 3-2 loss. The decision, made after a VAR review, sparked widespread outrage and claims of 'robbery' and 'rigging' among fans and journalists.
Portugal's national football team will face Croatia in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 in Toronto, marking one year since the tragic deaths of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva in a car accident. Coach Roberto Martinez stated the team is inspired to win the World Cup in Jota's memory.
Thursday's World Cup round of 32 features Spain vs Austria, Portugal vs Croatia, and Switzerland vs Algeria across North America. The tournament continues with fan celebrations, such as England's 'Wonderwall' singalong, Cristiano Ronaldo's arrival sparking excitement in Toronto, and controversy over a penalty in Senegal's loss, alongside tragic deaths during celebrations in Mexico City.
Spain faces Austria in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 in Los Angeles. Spain, despite a slow start, aims to improve, while Austria seeks to build on their knockout stage debut since 1954. Key focus on stopping Spain's Lamine Yamal.
Cristiano Ronaldo has appealed to Portugal fans to create a home-like atmosphere for their FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match against Croatia. The game holds emotional significance as it's the first death anniversary of Diogo Jota. Ronaldo also recently set a new World Cup scoring record for Portugal.
Cristiano Ronaldo has called on Portugal fans to create a home-like atmosphere for their FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match against Croatia. The star also shared an emotional message on Instagram and the game falls on the first death anniversary of Diogo Jota.
Cristiano Ronaldo urged Portugal fans to create a home-like atmosphere for their FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match against Croatia. The game also marks the first death anniversary of Diogo Jota. Ronaldo recently set a new World Cup scoring record for Portugal.
England, the US, and Belgium all secured spots in the next round of the 2026 World Cup, but faced challenging opponents. England's Harry Kane scored twice to overcome a deficit against DR Congo, the US beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 despite a controversial red card, and Belgium completed a dramatic 3-2 comeback against Senegal in extra time.
During Belgium's FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match against Senegal, Romelu Lukaku intervened to separate teammates Youri Tielemans and Leandro Trossard during a heated on-field exchange. This incident preceded Belgium's dramatic comeback from a 0-2 deficit, with Lukaku, Tielemans, and Trossard all playing key roles in the 3-2 victory.
Live coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between hosts USA and Bosnia and Herzegovina at Levi's Stadium. USA topped Group D, while Bosnia makes its knockout stage debut.
Live coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between hosts USA and Bosnia and Herzegovina at Levi's Stadium. USA topped Group D, while Bosnia makes its first-ever knockout stage appearance.
Harry Kane scored twice in the final 15 minutes to lead England to a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32. Brian Cipenga's early goal had threatened an upset before Kane's late intervention secured England's place in the Round of 16.
Harry Kane scored a match-winning brace against DR Congo, surpassing Pelé on the FIFA World Cup's all-time scoring chart with 13 goals. He also moved into second place in England's World Cup knockout goalscoring history.
Live coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between the United States and Bosnia and Herzegovina at Levi's Stadium. The US aims to break a long streak of not beating European opposition in knockout matches, while Bosnia makes its first-ever knockout stage appearance.
The United States faces Bosnia and Herzegovina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 at Levi's Stadium. The US, aiming to break a long streak of not beating European teams in knockout stages, topped Group D. Bosnia and Herzegovina reached the knockout stage for the first time.
Harry Kane scored a match-winning brace against DR Congo, surpassing Pelé on the FIFA World Cup all-time scoring chart and moving into second place in England's World Cup knockout goalscoring history. The England captain's 11-minute second-half performance secured a 2-1 victory.
England beat DR Congo 2-1 in the FIFA World Cup round of 32, with Harry Kane scoring both goals for England. England advances to face Mexico in the next round.
Harry Kane scored two late goals, including an 86th-minute winner, to complete England's dramatic 2-1 comeback against a resilient DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 in Atlanta. Brian Cipenga's early goal had threatened a major upset before Kane's intervention secured England's place in the Round of 16 against Mexico.
England prepares to face DR Congo in a World Cup knockout match, with DR Congo employing a consistent 5-3-2 formation and a surprisingly front-footed high press despite low possession. England's coach Thomas Tuchel will aim to exploit their man-to-man marking and wide spaces, while also being wary of Yoane Wissa's threat.
England captain Harry Kane is one goal away from equaling Sir Geoff Hurst's World Cup knockout stage record as England prepares to face DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 in Atlanta. DR Congo makes history reaching the knockout rounds for the first time.
England is set to play the Democratic Republic of Congo in the World Cup's last 16 in Atlanta, aiming to avoid the upsets that saw Germany and the Netherlands eliminated. Coach Thomas Tuchel acknowledges England's favorite status but warns of narrow margins.
