Moriyasu says Japan closing gap on Brazil despite WC defeat

Japan head coach Hajime Moriyasu said that while his team were devastated by the defeat to Brazil, he believes the...

Iraq to launch investigation after winless WC campaign

The Iraqi Olympic Committee announced on Monday that it will launch an investigation into the national team's...

Ancelotti hails Brazil’s "most complete game" against Japan

Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti described the win over Japan as his team's most complete performance at the World...

Deschamps urges France to stay attacking ahead of knockout stage

France coach Didier Deschamps has urged his team to stay focused on their attacking strengths while cutting out...

Diego Forlán slams Cristiano Ronaldo’s static World Cup playstyle

While the 41-year-old Al-Nassr superstar rolled back the years with a commanding brace in Portugal's 5-0 Group K...

Scholes urges Tuchel to drop Rice for England’s knockout clash

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has urged England head coach Thomas Tuchel to make the bold decision of...

Martinelli's 95th-minute stunner rescues Brazil, shocks Japan

Gabriel Martinelli scored a dramatic 95th-minute winner as Brazil mounted a thrilling second-half comeback to...

Scaloni set to stay as Argentina coach until 2031: Report

Lionel Scaloni is set to continue his spell as Argentina head coach after reportedly agreeing verbally to stay in...

Netherlands team stands by Gakpo after his loss of unborn child

The Netherlands team has shown support for striker Cody Gakpo after he and his partner, Noa van der Bij, suffered...

FIFA: Neymar named on bench in Brazil vs Japan Round of 32 clash

Brazil and Japan have announced their respective starting XIs for their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash on...

Ouahbi says Netherlands clash will require “different solutions”

Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi said his team has shown strong performances and character in their first three matches,...

Marquinhos responds to Japan Shiogai’s comments on Neymar, Brazil

In reply, in an interview with Caze TV as quoted by Goal.com, Marquinhos said that comments from opponents help...