The 2026 FIFA World Cup has recorded eight own goals in its first 10 days, the second-highest total in tournament history. The United States has benefited from own goals in consecutive matches, a first in men's World Cup history.
Four-party talks in Switzerland agreed to form a conflict-resolution group including Lebanon, facilitated by Qatar and Pakistan, to ensure adherence to the termination of military operations in Lebanon as per the MoU.
An explosion and fire at Qatar's Ras Laffan Industrial City, a major LNG hub, injured 54 people and left 18 missing. Authorities are investigating the "technical accident" at the Barzan gas supply facility, which has been brought under control. No public safety threat was reported.
An explosion and fire at Qatar's Ras Laffan Industrial City, a major LNG hub, injured 54 people and left 18 missing. The incident occurred during the start-up of the Barzan local gas supply facility. Authorities are investigating the "technical accident" and conducting search operations.
Deutschland steht als Gruppensieger der Fußball-WM im Sechzehntelfinale und trifft dort auf einen Gruppendritten. Mögliche Gegner kommen aus den Gruppen A, B, C, D oder F. Brasilien, die Niederlande, Tschechien, Südafrika, Südkorea, Kanada, die Schweiz, Bosnien-Herzegowina, Katar, Australien oder Paraguay sind im Rennen.
The Iranian delegation has concluded its negotiations with the United States in Switzerland. Technical teams will continue consultations on June 22 to finalize agreements on a memorandum of understanding, with Qatar and Pakistan mediating.
US-Iran talks in Switzerland, mediated by Qatar and Pakistan, are expected to conclude high-level political discussions on Monday, June 22. Technical teams will continue consultations on implementing a memorandum of understanding for an immediate cessation of hostilities.
Deutschland steht nach dem 2:1 gegen die Elfenbeinküste und dem 0:0 zwischen Ecuador und Curaçao als Gruppensieger der WM-Gruppe E fest. Im Achtelfinale trifft die DFB-Elf am 29. Juni in Foxborough auf einen Gruppendritten.
Hervé Renard konnte Tunesiens frühes WM-Aus nicht verhindern. Felix Zwayer ist "wohlauf". Alles Wichtige im Blog.
Das iranische Fußballteam berichtet von "Unterdrückung" bezüglich der Reisebedingungen nach einem Spiel. Ein Experte erläutert, wie solche Umstände die Regeneration und Leistung während einer WM beeinträchtigen können, insbesondere im Hinblick auf US-Auflagen.
Tunisia, under new manager Hervé Renard, suffered a heavy defeat to Japan in the 1,000th World Cup match. Ayase Ueda scored twice as Japan's inspired performance secured a dominant 4-1 victory, effectively ending Tunisia's tournament hopes.
Japan defeated Tunisia 4-1 in a World Cup match, securing their advancement and eliminating Tunisia. Ayase Ueda scored twice for Japan, with Ito adding a third and Ueda completing his brace. Tunisia, under new manager Hervé Renard, showed defensive frailties.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has dissolved the long-standing Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to create smaller, flatter teams for faster AI development. This shake-up aims to make the 220,000-person company operate with the agility of a startup, addressing investor concerns after a poor stock quarter and Nadella's acknowledgment of size as a disadvantage.
Socceroo Jackson Irvine supports FIFA's new rule leading to red cards for covering mouths while speaking, following Miguel Almirón's historic dismissal. Irvine believes the rule, aimed at preventing offensive comments, is justified and players were warned.
Vor dem zweiten Spieltag der WM-Gruppen G und H sind alle acht Teams noch sieglos. Spanien steht nach einem Remis gegen Kap Verde unter Druck. Die Übersicht der Spiele Spanien gegen Saudi-Arabien, Belgien gegen Iran, Uruguay gegen Kap Verde und Neuseeland gegen Ägypten.
Deniz Undav avancierte zum Helden, als er Deutschland mit einem späten Doppelpack gegen die Elfenbeinküste den Sieg und den Einzug ins WM-Achtelfinale sicherte. Trotz zwischenzeitlicher Schwierigkeiten und Kritik am Spiel der DFB-Elf loben internationale Medien den Kampfgeist und die Comeback-Qualitäten.
The USMNT defeated Australia 2-0, with Ricardo Pepi and Folarin Balogun starting upfront in Christian Pulisic's absence. The tactical shift to two strikers proved effective against Australia's low block, leading to an early own goal and a second-half score.
The 2026 World Cup's expanded 48-team format, new tiebreaker rules, and multiple host countries create a complex knockout stage. BBC Sport's predictor tool helps fans navigate potential match-ups, with head-to-head results now superseding goal difference as the primary tiebreaker.
The US men's national soccer team has advanced to the knockout round of the World Cup with impressive wins. Meanwhile, Germany, Côte d'Ivoire, and the Netherlands also secured victories in their respective matches, with the Dutch team delivering a dominant performance.
Two sets of brothers, including Desire and Guela Doue, are playing for different nations at the World Cup. The Doue brothers, born in France to a French mother and Ivorian father, could face each other in the last-32 stage.
Brothers Desire and Guela Doue, born in France to a French mother and Ivorian father, could face each other at the World Cup. Desire plays for France, while Guela represents Ivory Coast. This potential sibling showdown echoes the Boateng brothers' encounters in previous World Cups.
Two sets of brothers, including Desire and Guela Doue, are playing for different nations at the World Cup. The Doue brothers, born in France to a French mother and Ivorian father, could face each other in the last-32 stage in Arlington, Texas, on June 30.
Seven devotees died and 30 were injured when the roof of an under-construction Hanuman temple collapsed during a religious program in Parbhani district, India on Saturday. Rescue efforts were swift, and financial aid will be provided to victims and their families.
Iran's military announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, citing Israeli actions in Lebanon and a breach of a recent MoU. The US military denied the closure, stating shipping is normal. Diplomatic talks between Iran and the US are scheduled for Sunday in Switzerland to discuss a nuclear agreement.
