…of the competition. The tweet read: “All the records broken by Lionel Messi today: “Most FIFA World Cup finals goals by a football (soccer) player – 18 “Most FIFA World Cup matches played in by an individual – 28 “Most matches won by a player at the football (soccer) FIFA World Cup – 18 “Most minutes played in the foot…

…it was a “straightforward” and accurate judgment by referee Amin Omar during their FIFA World Cup encounter. It happened early in the match when Inter Milan forward, Lautaro Martínez, fell inside the penalty area following a challenge, which led to a review by VAR. After deliberation, the referee awarded the penalty, a…

…his name even deeper into football history after he became the highest goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history. The Argentine captain scored his 17th World Cup goal during Argentina's 1-0 victory over Austria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, surpassing former record-holder Miroslav Klose, who finished his World Cup career with…

Lamine Yamal marked his first FIFA World Cup start with a goal as Spain cruised to a commanding 4-0 victory

Own goals are piling up at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with seven already recorded after just 10 days of action; putting the tournament on course to challenge an unwanted record. Only the 2018 World Cup in Russia saw more own goals, with 12 scored across the tournament. With this year’s edition expanded to 48 teams and 10…

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong believes Ghana can earn a point in their FIFA World Cup 2026 clash against England, DAILY POST reports. The Black Stars will face Thomas Tuchel’s side in a Group L encounter in Foxborough on Tuesday night. Ghana opened their campaign with a slim 1-0 victory against Panam…

Here are the countries that have qualified for the round of 32 of the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup. Mexico, the United States and Germany have become the first three nations to secure their places in the round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The tournament's expanded format, featuring 48 teams, means the knockout stag…

Austria midfielder, Konrad Laimer has named Argentina the best team at the ongoing FIFA World Cup tournament. The Bayern Munich star also named Argentina captain Lionel Messi as the best player in the world. The 29-year-old spoke to FIFA’s official website ahead of Austria’s World Cup Group J clash with Argentina on Mo…

…players to fight and win their last group game against the Netherlands at the ongoing FIFA World Cup. The Carthage Eagles were eliminated from the competition following a 4-0 defeat to Japan on Sunday morning. DAILY POST recalls the North Africans were thrashed 5-1 by Sweden in their first game. Tunisia are the first A…

The Group F encounter carried added significance as it became the 1000th match in FIFA World Cup history, but it was Japan who ensured the landmark occasion would be remembered for their ruthless efficiency and attacking brilliance

Germany secured their place in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after coming from behind to defeat Côte d'Ivoire 2-1 in their second Group E match on Saturday. Julian Nagelsmann's side, who opened their campaign with an emphatic victory over Curacao, were made to work harder by the Elephants after falling beh…

At least three countries have been eliminated from the ongoing FIFA World Cup tournament. The three countries are Tunisia, Haiti and Turkey. Tunisia became the latest country to be mathematically eliminated from the World Cup. This follows a 4-0 defeat to Japan in Estadio Monterrey, Guadalupe, earlier today. The result…

…Emerse Fae can’t hide his disappointment following his team’s defeat to Germany in their FIFA World Cup 2026 encounter, DAILY POST reports. The Elephants suffered a 2-1 defeat against Julian Nagelsmann’s side at the Toronto Stadium on Saturday night. Franck Kessie gave Cote d’Ivoire’s the lead early in the game. Substi…

In this exclusive interview with PREMIUM TIMES, Mr Weir speaks about tracing his Nigerian roots, obtaining Nigerian citizenship, and also about the recent innovations by FIFA

…Martinez, the manager, to manage that.” Messi has three goals to his name at the ongoing FIFA World Cup tournament, while Ronaldo is yet to score a goal. World Cup 2026: Players play for him – Petit identifies main difference between Ronaldo, Messi

…winger Raphinha has suffered another injury setback, raising fears that his 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign could be over and adding further uncertainty to his future at club level. The 29-year-old was forced off in the 40th minute of Brazil's 3-0 victory over Haiti after experiencing discomfort in his right thigh. Accord…

Haiti and Turkey have been eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suffering defeats in their second group-stage matches.

…like Argentina captain Lionel Messi. Bothroyd wants Ronaldo to step away from Portugal’s FIFA World Cup starting XI, as he cannot deliver like his eternal rival, Messi. According to him, the 41-year-old Al-Nassr forward is always chasing the Barcelona legend but cannot get close to him. Speaking on Sky Sports, Bothroyd…

…Walker, has picked Argentina captain Lionel Messi as the best forward at the ongoing FIFA World Cup tournament. Walker believes Messi is by far ahead of the likes of England’s Harry Kane, France’s Kylian Mbappe and Norway’s Erling Haaland. Speaking during a session with talkSPORTS, Walker noted that people seem to writ…

By Douglas Baye-Osagie As Nigerians watch the ongoing FIFA World Cup in hurt with the absence of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, a video has sparked discussion from one of the men who should be quietly easing himself out of the leadership system of Nigerian football. Amaju Pinnick, speaking recently on Arise TV on the affairs…

…Nigeria, is currently a member of South Africa’s squad participating in the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Okon played the full 90 minutes as South Africa fought to a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic on Thursday. In a video shared by Nigerian journalist, Osasu Obayiuwana, the c…

At least two countries have qualified for the Round of 32 at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament. They are Mexico and the United States of America, USA. USA is the latest team to qualify for the last-32 after beating Australia 2-0 in a Group D tie Yesterday. An own goal from Cameron Burgess and a goal from Alex…

Morocco captain, Achraf Hakimi, has become the most-capped African player in FIFA World Cup history. This comes after the defender reached a landmark of 12th tournament appearance for Morocco. The Paris Saint-Germain star entered the 2026 World Cup with 10 appearances. He moved to 11 after featuring in Morocco's 1-1 dr…

…that could qualify for the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup tournament. The 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage is beginning to take shape, with several teams already establishing themselves as favourites to progress to the knockout rounds. Although the tournament's expanded format means teams must first navigate the Roun…

…midfielder Johan Manzambi after his recent performance for Switzerland at the ongoing FIFA World Cup tournament. Manzambi was impressive, scoring a brace as Switzerland defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1. The 20-year-old had attracted interest from Manchester United and other clubs this summer transfer window. However…