Football

30 Jul. 10:30

European nations discussing World Cup boycott

European nations are discussing boycotting the World Cup if Gianni Infantino pushes ahead with plans to sell off part of FIFA to private investors, Sky News reveal.

28 Jul. 9:00

Azerbaijan to host first FIFA U-15 World Cup

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev signed a decree on Monday on measures to host the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in 2026.

21 Jul. 12:30

Spain go back to top of FIFA rankings

World Cup winners Spain climbed back to the top of the FIFA men's rankings, while runners-up Argentina dropped to second place.

20 Jul. 9:30

Spain wins FIFA World Cup 2026

Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match was played in East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States.

19 Jul. 12:35

Mbappé named top scorer in World Cup history

French forward Kylian Mbappé has become the all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup history, surpassing Argentina's Lionel Messi.

16 Jul. 13:41

Buenos Aires celebrates Argentina's World Cup semifinal win

Argentina defeated England 2-1 in the semifinals, securing a place in the final, where they will face Spain. After the match, thousands of fans poured into the streets of Buenos Aires to celebrate the victory. Vestnik Kavkaza …

16 Jul. 12:30

Argentina to face Spain in World Cup final

Argentina beat England 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup semifinal in Atlanta, Georgia.

15 Jul. 12:00

Spain moves into 2026 FIFA World Cup Final

Spain has become the first team to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after a 2-0 semifinal victory over France.

13 Jul. 11:00

FIFA considers expanding World Cup to 64 teams

FIFA may consider the possibility of expanding the World Cup to 64 teams, FIFA President Gianni Infantino said.

11 Jul. 14:20

Spain set up World Cup semi-final with France

The Spanish national football team defeated Belgium 2-1 in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

9 Jul. 9:30

European MPs call for probe of FIFA boss over Trump contacts

European lawmakers have called for a probe into FIFA boss Gianni Infantino, after the organisation’s unprecedented decision to overturn the World Cup suspension of US striker Folarin Balogun, raising questions about whether pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump impacted the move.

8 Jul. 14:00

All FIFA World Cup quarterfinalists determined

Switzerland has become the last quarterfinalist of the current FIFA World Cup. Argentina through to 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals after win over Egypt.

8 Jul. 13:20

FIFA to discuss admission of Russian national teams

The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) will consider the issue of admitting Russian clubs and national teams to tournaments following the recommendations of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to lift sanctions on athletes from Russia, journalist Rob Harris said.