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The regional office of FIBA in Africa has announced that Tunisia will stage Group E games and Senegal will host Group F matches during the fourth window of African qualifiers, scheduled for late August.
Investigative reporter Romain Molina says he will examine financial and institutional corruption in Argentine football, a sector already under scrutiny from U.S. authorities and FIFA.
Despite a string of scandals — from racist remarks to sexual‑assault allegations and political meddling — the tournament continues to draw global attention, highlighted by standout displays from Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé.
French journalist Romain Molina announced on X that he is preparing a major investigation into Argentine football, a move that coincides with Argentina's World Cup campaign, though no findings have been published.
Argentina will meet Switzerland in a World Cup quarterfinal on July 11 at Arrowhead Stadium, with Lionel Messi aiming to extend his goal streak while Switzerland looks to overcome the absence of Johan Manzambi.
A look at the latest quarter‑final results, the key goals that defined them, and the forecasts that surround the next round of matches.
Spanish researcher Jesus Ortea has christened a newly discovered sea snail after Cape Verde’s standout goalkeeper Vozinha, linking the creature’s vivid red hue to the player’s World Cup performance.
Spanish researcher Jesus Ortega has named a bright red sea snail after Cape Verde's World Cup goalkeeper Vozinha, linking athletic brilliance with marine taxonomy.
As Atlanta hosts the last 2026 FIFA World Cup soccer game on July 15, fans from around the world share vibrant experiences, highlighting the city's cultural diversity and the tournament's economic impact.
Lionel Messi, now 39, is redefining efficiency at the World Cup, blending rare stillness with decisive bursts that have yielded eight goals and an assist in just five matches.
Predictive analysis highlights France’s favored attack, Morocco’s historic surge, Spain’s youthful flair and Belgium’s resurgence, while diverse voices from analysts to a six-year-old fan add color to the quarter-final landscape.
Head coach Mohamed Ouahbi’s assertion that Morocco can win the 2026 tournament is backed by recent victories over the Netherlands and Canada, a deeper squad and tactical refinement.
The U.S. men's national team failed to advance past the round of 16 in the World Cup, a result that underscores the limitations of a pay‑to‑play system and raises questions about the nation's soccer identity.
A unprecedented number of World Cup participants will feature in the upcoming MLS All‑Star Game, highlighting the league’s expanding global footprint.
The MLS All-Star Game will feature a blend of international talent, highlighted by Lionel Messi, Matt Freese, Petar Musa and other World Cup standouts, as the league prepares to face Mexico's LIGA MX on July 29 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Ahead of the July 29 showdown in Charlotte, the MLS All-Stars have assembled a lineup that highlights the growing global footprint of the league, with stars like Lionel Messi, Matt Freese and Petar Musa leading a diverse roster.
Arsenal eye Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers, Liverpool chase Gilberto Mora, Everton target Djed Spence, and several other moves dominate the latest transfer chatter.
Argentina’s Lionel Messi leads his national side into the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, igniting a wave of official LEGO merchandise that is quickly disappearing from online shelves.
Argentina overturned a two‑goal deficit to defeat Egypt 3‑2, with Messi, Romero and Enzo Fernandez finding the net in the final 21 minutes.
The Athletic’s daily World Cup predictions blend expert analysis, subscriber picks and algorithmic forecasts, featuring a colorful mix of contributors ahead of the Argentina‑Egypt and Switzerland‑Colombia showdowns
The United States fell to Belgium in the last 16, while Lionel Messi eyes a second World Cup triumph amid a fierce Golden Boot battle.
Cape Verde's surprising victory over Argentina has been eclipsed by investigations into several high‑profile players facing serious sexual assault allegations, sparking a debate over accountability and due process in global sport.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino faces mounting scrutiny as political ties with former U.S. president Donald Trump intersect with a contentious referee decision, raising questions about the integrity of international football.
A humorous anecdote about a celestial soccer match leads Rabbi Yossy Goldman to explore how unchanging rules preserve the essence of sport and faith, while the unexpected rise of Cape Verde illustrates that greatness stems from effort, not size.