Atiku demands Independent probe over ₦6.44bn failed World Cup Budget and PFIPC controversy Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has demanded an independent investigation into a controversial ₦6.44 billion budgetary allocation earmarked for a "Special Presidential Support Group for the 2026 World Cup Qualifi…

Tennis star k!lled in 'illegal street race' crash while celebrating World Cup win A tennis prodigy was k!lled in a horrific car crash while out celebrating a World Cup victory. Luisana SchÀ¶nberger, known as 'Luchi', had celebrated Argentina's win over Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals before she got into a V…

…stage, Trossard was one of Belgium’s standout performers at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, scoring twice against New Zealand in the group stage as the Red Devils advanced to the quarter-finals, where they were eliminated 2-1 by eventual finalists Spain. Meanwhile, the Turkish club had acknowledged the arrival of the…

…striker, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, has explained why Spain defeated France 2-0 in Tuesday’s World Cup semi-final encounter. According to Ibrahimovic, Spain wanted the win more than France, adding that they took command of the game for the entire duration of the match. Speaking on Fox Sports, the former Barcelona and Paris Sa…

World Cup: France coach Didier Deschamps to leave after Spain defeat France coach Didier Deschamps is departing Les Bleus following the team's exit from the 2026 tournament. The dreams of the 57-year-old, who won the World Cup as a player (in 1998) and a manager (in 2018), of winning it a third time are over after thei…

…place on FIFA's all-time list of goalkeepers with the most clean sheets at the FIFA World Cup following Spain's run to the 2026 final. According to FIFA's updated rankings after the semi-finals on Wednesday, Simón has kept eight clean sheets in 11 World Cup appearances, matching the records of Jan Jongbloed, Emerson Le…

…has blamed France players for their 2-0 defeat to Spain in the semi-final of the 2026 World Cup. Wright, speaking on ITV, claimed that structure trumped individuality in the game. Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro scored for Spain as they eased into the final, where they will play England or Argentina. “France’s players…

France's attacking firepower was the focus of the build-up to their World Cup semi-final against Spain. If it wasn't Kylian Mbappe who did the damage, it would surely be Ousmane Dembele. Or Michael Olise. Or Bradley Barcola. Or Desire Doue.

Spain humbles France with 2-0 win to qualify for World Cup final In a match on Tuesday night, July 14 in Arlington, Texas, featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put together a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in…

…later become known as the "Goal of the Century" before Argentina's iconic 1986 FIFA World Cup quarter-final victory over England, according to his former masseur, Salvatore Carmando. Carmando made the revelation in an interview published by FIFA on Tuesday as Argentina and England prepared to renew one of international…

Folarin Balogun says Trump's World Cup red card intervention affected USA before Belgium defeat US striker Folarin Balogun has admitted the controversy surrounding the suspension of his World Cup ban affected the USA before their last-16 defeat to Belgium. The USA striker became the focus of one of the World Cup's bigg…

GistReel Spain forward Lamine Yamal says reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup final would be the perfect birthday present as La Roja prepare to face France in Tuesday’s semi-final. The Barcelona youngster, who on Monday celebrated his 19th birthday, said his focus is on helping Spain book a place in Sunday’s final rather t…

…discover their team doctor of nine years 'is a gynaecologist' in inquest over disastrous World Cup A major controversy has erupted within the Senegalese football community following the national team's exit from the World Cup in North America.Senegal Football Federation (FSF) president Abdoulaye Fall revealed that the…

FBI bill England vs Argentina as 'highest risk' World Cup match England's semi-final with Argentina has been classified as the 'highest risk' match at the World Cup following a meeting of the FBI, tournament officials and local law enforcement. The FBI, FIFA officials and local police held a security meeting on Monday…

…and Arsenal striker Nicolas Anelka reveals the reason he was expelled from the 2010 World Cup by France Former Chelsea and Arsenal striker Nicolas Anelka has opened up about the infamous dressing-room confrontation with manager Raymond Domenech during the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, an incident that triggered one o…

…appointed American referee Ismail Elfath to officiate the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina. The governing body announced this in a post on its official X handle on Tuesday that Elfath will take charge of Match 102, scheduled for July 15 at Atlanta Stadium, with kick-off se…

GistReel Security will be increased for Wednesday’s World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina in Atlanta, with local authorities announcing extra measures ahead of one of football’s biggest international rivalries. The two nations will meet at Atlanta Stadium for a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, with…

…the 25-year-old's sudden passing. Adams, who represented Bafana Bafana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, was found dead at a property in Cape Town over the weekend. Authorities have opened an inquest into the circumstances surrounding his death but have not disclosed a cause, urging the public to avoid speculation while inve…

France will be hoping to move one step closer to a third FIFA World Cup title when they face Spain in Tuesday’s semi-final. Les Bleus have reached the last two World Cup finals, lifting the trophy in Russia in 2018 before suffering a heartbreaking penalty shootout defeat to Argentina in the 2022 final in Qatar, despite…

…Super-GSchweitzer Mountain Resort, IDFAQsWho is Breezy Johnson? She is an American World Cup alpine ski racer on the U.S. Ski Team and an Olympic gold medalist.How old is Breezy Johnson? The ski racer is 30 years old as of 2026. She was born on 19 January 1996.Who is Breezy Johnson's father in real life? In real life,…

…record to 11 titles and secure one of the qualification places for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil. Other stars in Madugu’s 25-player squad expected to arrive in camp include Osinachi Ohale, Jennifer Echegini, Toni Payne, Michelle Alozie, Halimatu Ayinde, Deborah Abiodun, Esther Okoronkwo, Francisca Ordega, C…

…to wrap up the signing of the Brazil international, who failed to make Carlo Ancelotti's World Cup squad this summer. Speaking to United after completing the move, Santos said: "Everything about Manchester United is special; it is an incredible feeling to join a club that some of my biggest idols have represented. "As…

…attendees also joined millions of people across the country in celebrating England's World Cup victory over Norway, describing it as a moment that reflected the shared values and unity of communities across Britain. Police investigations remain ongoing. No charges have been announced. by Linda Ikeji at 13/07/2026 3:42…

Dutch referee di!es weeks after being axed from World Cup following arrest for s3xually assaulting teenager in UK Dutch referee Rob Dieperink has died at the age of 38, weeks after he was removed from FIFA's list of World Cup officials following his arrest in the United Kingdom over allegations of s3xual assault.The Du…

…everything the Portuguese legend has achieved, he still faced criticism during the World Cup. Davido said he doesn't want to stay in the game for too long and risk overshadowing the legacy he has built. "My biggest fear is not knowing when to quit music. Look at Ronaldo, he's my good friend by the way. After everything…