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Manchester City edged Bournemouth 2-1 in Enzo Maresca’s Premier League debut, with Josko Gvardiol’s stoppage‑time winner overturned by VAR and Marc Guehi’s header forcing a late finish, while the match coincided with Brighton’s dominant win over Aston Villa and a tribute to Kevin Keegan.
Real Madrid is nearing a deal for Yan Diomande after PSG withdrew, with Leipzig holding out for a fee near €130 million and the player expressing a clear preference for the Spanish capital.
The tournament combined unprecedented participation with dramatic matches, controversial decisions and intense fan engagement.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be remembered not only for the goals scored but for the moments when the video assistant referee turned the spotlight on the officials themselves.
The 2026 World Cup delivered record‑breaking participation, thrilling matches, and off‑field debates that will influence the sport for years to come.
A series of high‑profile VAR interventions have sparked debate over fairness and the role of emerging technology in international soccer.
A late equaliser by Jude Bellingham, allegedly set up after the ball brushed a camera cable, prompted fierce reactions from Alfie Haaland and Norway's coach Ståle Solbakken, while FIFA defended its sensor data and highlighted another contentious offside decision involving Croatia.
A look at how facial trauma is reshaping player safety, surgery timelines, and the cautious adoption of masks in elite soccer
A look at how facial trauma, especially nasal fractures, threatens elite soccer performance and why masks remain a reluctant solution.
A look at how facial trauma is reshaping player safety, the use of protective masks and the medical responses required for top athletes
A look at the prevalence of nasal fractures among soccer players, the medical response, and the growing use of protective masks at major tournaments.
Dr. Farhad Ardesh explains why broken noses and other facial trauma in soccer can cause long‑term breathing problems, and how players like Kylian Mbappé and Josko Gvardiol are already using masks to stay on the pitch.
Despite off‑field disputes, the 2026 World Cup has become the most‑watched soccer event in U.S. history, showcasing a roster of charismatic stars from De Paul to Bellingham, each with a unique story.
Spain and Portugal meet in the World Cup quarterfinals in Dallas, with Spain’s defense and Mikel Oyarzabal’s form pitted against Portugal’s firepower and Cristiano Ronaldo’s potential final appearance.
Tight offside calls at the World Cup have reignited age‑old disputes, prompting calls for legal tweaks and technological refinements.
FIFA's use of IMU‑sensor‑laden balls proved decisive when a barely perceptible redirect by Igor Matanović saw Croatia's goal ruled out, reigniting criticism of the system's impact on the tournament.
A high‑tech soccer ball with integrated sensors played a pivotal role in a World Cup match where a marginal touch by Croatia's Igor Mantanovic led to a disputed offside decision, ultimately securing Portugal a 2‑1 victory and a place in the round of 16.
The final day of the World Cup’s Round of 32 features tight contests, surprising predictions, and historic moments that set the stage for the tournament’s next phase.
A look at how veteran writers, a proprietary algorithm, a dog, a child, and a subscriber community shape the outlook for the tournament's next matches.
Portugal snatches a 2–1 victory over Croatia with a stoppage‑time heroics from Gonçalo Ramos, setting up a clash with Spain in the round of 16.
Croatia’s coach Zlatko Dalic slammed VAR after a goal was ruled out by a chip in the ball, arguing that the technology strips football of its joy. Portugal’s Roberto Martinez countered that the system delivered clear, objective evidence.
Panama must defeat Croatia in a high‑stakes Group L match while coping with the loss of midfielder Adalberto Carrasquilla, as both teams fight for a place in the knockout stage.
England secured a 4‑2 victory against Croatia in their World Cup opener, highlighted by Kane's penalty, Bellingham's goal, and Rashford's decisive strike.
France's 3‑1 victory over Senegal propels them to the top of the latest standings, with Kylian Mbappe becoming France's all‑time World Cup scorer. Argentina's Lionel Messi scores his first World Cup hat‑trick, and other teams such as Norway, the United States, and Mexico notch impressive wins, while traditional powers Spain and Brazil encounter unexpected draws.