World Cup
Mbappe becomes World Cup all-time top scorer with 22 goals
Kylian Mbappe became the top scorer in World Cup history on Saturday when he netted his second goal in the third-place play-off against England to take his tally to 22.
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Ronaldo, Portugal advance after VAR drama to set up Spain showdown
Spain coasted past Austria and into the World Cup last-16 on Thursday, thoroughly outclassing their opponents in a 3-0 knockout win with a brace from Mikel Oyarzabal and a Pedro Porro header
July 3, 2026
Iran says will play in World Cup, demands hosts accept conditions
The call comes after Canada refused entry to the federation's chief last month before the FIFA Congress because of his links to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC); Conditions include visas being granted and respect for the national team staff, the team's flag and its national anthem during the tournament, as well as demands for high security at airports, hotels, and routes to the stadiums.
May 9, 2026
US authorities warn World Cup visitors of fentanyl-laced drugs
US authorities warned World Cup visitors that recreational drugs in America may contain lethal fentanyl doses. The DEA said 29 percent of tested pills contain deadly amounts, urged people to carry naloxone, and cautioned against relying on fentanyl test strips.
May 8, 2026
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Pakistan face Australia with T20 World Cup participation uncertain
Pakistan face Australia in a three-match T20 series in Lahore as World Cup participation remains undecided, with both teams using the matches as preparation. Pakistan welcome back Shaheen Afridi, while Australia miss several injured players.
January 28, 2026
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'It doesn't make sense': Trump wants to rename American football
For Americans, the word "football" refers to American football, a sport primarily played with the hands — completely different from what the rest of the world calls football.
December 5, 2025
FIFA 'cannot solve geopolitical problems' like Gaza, says Infantino
FIFA president Gianni Infantino rejected calls to suspend Israel, saying football cannot solve geopolitical conflicts but should promote peace and unity. He emphasized FIFA’s role in harnessing football’s unifying, cultural, and humanitarian values amid global crises.
October 2, 2025