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The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the largest edition of the tournament to date, featuring 48 teams from around the globe competing in 104 matches. The tournament will take place from 11 June to 19 July 2026.
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Messi's Argentina face Spain's cool machine in World Cup final rich with personal twists
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As 2026 World Cup winds down, potential 2030 expansion to be discussed
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Senegal fire coach Thiaw after disappointing World Cup
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Swiss fans salute team after World Cup run ends in defeat by Argentina
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You made us proud': Egypt gives heroes' welcome to World Cup team
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Belgium state that they can upset Spain in World Cup last eight
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SA coach Broos confirms he’s not staying as Bafana coach
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FIFA suspended two USMNT staffers for Belgium game
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Egypt coach devastated by World Cup exit
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Battle-hardened Argentina, Egypt set for last-16 clash
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Merino strikes late as Spain edge Portugal to reach World Cup quarter-finals
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Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 to reach WC last 16 and end knockout hoodoo
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FIFA hands Qatar midfielder five match ban for serious foul play
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Broos ignores 'trash' criticism ahead of crucial Czech match
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ExploreIran draw with New Zealand in politically charged World Cup clash
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Egypt hold Belgium to 1-1 draw
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Cape Verde fans swell with pride after shock World Cup draw with Spain
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Sweden smash five past Tunisia in World Cup opener
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Ghana coach enters record books at his fifth World Cup in row
Carlos Queiroz is still one tournament short of matching the record for coaching at the World Cup, but the 73-year-old will still enter the record books this week. Queiroz takes…
ExploreIran team arrive in US for World Cup opener as the two nations reach peace deal
Iran's soccer team arrived in the United States (US) for the first time at this World Cup on Sunday, landing at Los Angeles International Airport and holding a press conference…
ExploreEbola risk for World Cup is 'extremely low', but US is ready: Experts
The risk that a traveler infected with Ebola could arrive in the United States during the 2026 World Cup tournament that kicked off last week is low but not zero,…
ExploreBelgium braces for Egypt in World Cup Opener
Belgium head coach Rudi Garcia has urged his players to take immediate control of their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Egypt tonight, whilst warning that they are about to…
ExploreIvory Coast secure vital World Cup victory over Ecuador
Manchester United winger Amad Diallo scored a superb 90th-minute winner to secure a vital 1–0 victory for Ivory Coast against Ecuador in their opening Group E match at the FIFA…
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Bafana Bafana determined to bounce back at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
South Africa’s (SA) national football team, Bafana Bafana, are determined to bounce back in their upcoming group fixtures at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following a disappointing 2-0 defeat to…
ExploreDRC’s World Cup journey begins in Houston amid smiles, hope
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) held an open training session in Houston on Friday in front of an enthusiastic crowd from the local Congolese community as they put behind…
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Paraguay not at World Cup to make up the numbers: Coach
Paraguay coach Gustavo Alfaro said on Thursday his players had already achieved something special by ending the country's 16-year World Cup absence, but added that they are here to compete…
ExploreCanada, US step into the spotlight on day two of FIFA World Cup 2026
The FIFA World Cup 2026 moves into its second day this Friday, with co-hosts Canada and the United States (US) taking centre stage as they begin their campaigns on home…
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South Korea snatch 2-1 win over Czech Republic in World Cup opener
South Korea came back from a goal down to snatch a thrilling 2-1 win over the Czech Republic in their World Cup Group A opener on Thursday, substitute Oh Hyeon-gyu…
ExploreSA supporters disappointed as Bafana Bafana lose World Cup opener
Disappointment swept through viewing venues across South Africa (SA) as Bafana Bafana suffered a bitter defeat to Mexico in their opening FIFA World Cup encounter in Mexico City on Thursday…
ExploreMexico get World Cup party started with 2-0 win over nine-man SA
Mexico got the World Cup party started as the co-hosts swept away South Africa (SA) 2-0 on Thursday in an encounter with three red cards as the quadrennial football extravaganza…
ExploreArgentina reclaim top spot in the FIFA Men’s World Ranking
Argentina, the reigning world champions, will begin their title defence as the world's top-ranked team, with the June FIFA/Coca-Cola Men's World Ranking published just hours before the biggest-ever FIFA World…
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FIFA finally breaks silence on Somalia referee’s Visa ordeal
FIFA President Gianni Infantino says the matter of leading African referee Omar Artan from Somalia, who was denied entry into the USA, is beyond their control. Speaking during the…
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SA senior women cricket coach hopes Bafana Bafana can inspire Proteas Women
Proteas Women coach Mandla Mashimbyi says a win for Bafana Bafana this evening will help inspire his team to do the same when they open their T20 World Cup campaign…
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Most iconic African World Cup magic ever captured
As the global football showpiece kicks off today for World Cup 2026, the excitement is hitting fever pitch. While we wait to see which heroes emerge on the pitch this…
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UN warns US immigration policies risk overshadowing World Cup
Speaking ahead of the tournament, which opens on June 11, across the US, Canada and Mexico, Türk said reported incidents involving players, officials and fans raise concerns about human…
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SA makes fourth appearance on the FIFA world cup
Tonight marks the fourth appearance on the FIFA World cup for South Africa (SA). Bafana Bafana made their historic debut in 1998 in France under Frenchman Philippe Troussier. While Clive…
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African participation at the FIFA World Cup
A total of 15 African countries has participated in the FIFA World Cup throughout the tournament's history. Cameroon holds the record for the most FIFA World Cup participations by any…
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Africa sends record 10 teams into World Cup as 2026 tournament begins
Africa will make history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with 10 teams representing the continent, the largest African contingent ever seen at the tournament. The competition kicks off on…
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Minister hopes SA, Mexico will strengthen economic ties
South Africa's (SA) International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola and his Mexican counterpart Roberto Velasco Alvarez have held talks in Mexico City. The aim of the talks is to…
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SA, Mexico reunite after 16 years for 2026 FIFA world cup opener
It was 16 years ago when the most prestigious tournament was hosted in Africa. South Africa (SA) was officially awarded the rights to host the 2010 FIFA World Cup on…
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Aguirre relives 1986 memories as Mexico prepare for World Cup opener
Coach Javier Aguirre drew on memories of Mexico’s last home World Cup on Wednesday as he prepared to lead the hosts into the tournament opener against South Africa, four decades…
ExploreFormer Bafana Bafana keeper hails Ronwen Williams ahead of Bafana, Mexico clash
Former Bafana Bafana reserve goalkeeper Shu-Aib Walters remains impressed by captain Ronwen Williams’ remarkable rise on both the domestic and international stage. Williams endured a difficult national team debut back…
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Former Bafana captain backs African teams, names Egypt as World Cup dark horse
As the historic 48-team FIFA World Cup prepares to kick off across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, former South Africa’s (SA) Bafana Bafana captain Neil Tovey believes that Africa's…
ExploreSomali soccer referee denied US entry returns home, thanks FIFA
Somali soccer referee, Omar Abdulkadir Artan, who was denied entry into the United States (US) to officiate a World Cup match, arrived at Istanbul Airport late on Tuesday for his…
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Bafana Bafana arrive in Mexico ahead of thrilling World Cup opener against co-hosts
South Africa's (SA) Bafana Bafana have arrived in Mexico City for their opening game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against co-hosts Mexico this Thursday. The team was welcomed by…
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Bafana Bafana hints Aubrey Modiba could be fit for Mexico clash
Good news in the Bafana Bafana camp ahead of their crunch 2026 FIFA World Cup opening game against Mexico on Thursday as head coach Hugo Broos hinted that defender Aubrey…
ExploreBafana Bafana draw with Jamaica in final World Cup warm-up match
South Africa's soccer team, Bafana Bafana and Jamaica played to a one-all draw in Pachuca, Mexico, in Bafana Bafana’s final warm-up match ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 later…
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