The future is now for 18-year-old Egyptian striker Abdelkarim
Egypt striker Hamza Abdelkarim is just 18 and one of the youngest players at the World Cup, but he’s handling soccer’s biggest stage as a seasoned professional.
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Room’s record 15 saves shut out Ecuador as Curacao earn first World Cup point
Room made 15 saves - the most by any goalkeeper in 90 minutes of a World Cup match since records began in 1966
Ivory Coast looks to put Germany loss at FIFA World Cup in rearview mirror
If Ivory Coast wins its next match, Saturday’s loss won’t matter.
Undav scores twice, saves Germany with World Cup win over Cote D’Ivoire
Deniz Undav scored twice after being subbed on in the second half as Germany defeated Ivory Coast 2-1 on Saturday and clinched a spot in the knockout phase at the World Cup.
Raphinha has a hamstring injury and will undergo treatment, Brazil says
Brazil forward Raphinha will undergo treatment on a hamstring injury with the hope of him returning to the World Cup, the country’s national team said Saturday.
Larger World Cup led to predictions of lopsided affairs. The results tell a different story
Not long after FIFA announced an expanded 48-team World Cup, criticism began to pour in about how the quality of the tournament would likely be worsened.
Fans told to shelter in place after Netherlands’ win over Sweden in Houston due to lightning
Spectators at Saturday’s Netherlands-Sweden World Cup game were told to shelter in place at the end of the contest because of lightning in the area.
Netherlands thump Sweden as Gakpo, Brobbey bag World Cup doubles
Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo scored two each as the Netherlands cruised to a 5-1 World Cup victory over Sweden to go top of Group F.
A flurry of goals and convincing wins are raising US World Cup hopes and expectations
The Americans have already won their group and booked their place in the knockout round. A final group stage match against Turkey in Los Angeles awaits before the pressure ramps up again.
'We just have to push': Canada in position to win FIFA World Cup group
An emotional 6-0 drubbing of Qatar on Thursday vastly improved Canada’s chance of not only advancing to the tournament’s knockout stage but winning Group B.
The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
Here are the latest developments from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Injured Koné celebrated as he returns to Canada at World Cup
Fresh off surgery to repair a broken left leg suffered in Thursday’s 6-0 win over Qatar that gave Canada the top spot in group B, Ismael Kone returned to the team and was greeted with raucous cheers the second he opened the car door.
Germany, Cote D’Ivoire fans arrive in Toronto for FIFA World Cup match
Thousands of Germany and Ivory Coast soccer fans are gathering in Toronto as the FIFA World Cup matchup between the two nations’ teams is set to get underway in the city this afternoon.
Saturday at FIFA World Cup: Dutch look for control of Group F as Toronto welcomes Germany, Cote D’Ivoire
Here’s a rundown of Saturday’s games with teams in Group E and Group F featured in group-stage play.
Paraguay eliminates Turkiye from World Cup with victory despite being down a man
Matias Galarza scored 65 seconds into the game for the fastest goal at this year’s World Cup and Paraguay held on for a 1-0 win over Turkey on Friday night after playing a man down for more than half the match.
Paraguay’s Almiron becomes first player red-carded at World Cup for covering his mouth
Paraguay midfielder Miguel Almiron became the first player issued a red card at the World Cup for covering his mouth, getting sent off during a confrontation late in the first half against Turkey on Friday night.
Neymar (calf) expected to return for Brazil in World Cup against Scotland
Neymar is expected to return from a right calf injury and play for Brazil in its final World Cup group match, coach Carlo Ancelotti said Friday night.
Canada goalkeeper Crépeau says he resisted fans urging him to attempt a shot in World Cup win
Crépeau, speaking to reporters on Friday after Canada’s dominant 6-0 win the day before, addressed the final moments of the match, when he delivered the ball up the field and red-clad fans in the crowd at BC Place bellowed, “Shoot!”
Junior’s offensive spark gets Brazil back on track after lackluster World Cup opener
Vinícius Júnior showed why he’s the most valuable player for five-time World Cup champion Brazil, scoring one goal and helping to create two others in a 3-0 victory over Haiti on Friday night.
Cunha scores two goals as Brazil eliminates Haiti from World Cup
Vinícius Júnior scored and assisted on one of Matheus Cunha’s two goals as five-time champion Brazil eliminated Haiti from the World Cup with a 3-0 victory on Friday night.
Saibari’s second-minute goal stands up to lift Morocco over Scotland at World Cup
Ismael Saibari scored only 72 seconds into the game and Morocco beat Scotland 1-0 at the World Cup on Friday to keep alive its chances of advancing to its second straight knockout round.
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