Uruguay squad lands in US after flight delay ahead of World Cup opener
Uruguay arrived in the US less than 24 hours before the kickoff time for their game against Saudi Arabia.
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Ivory Coast beats Ecuador 1-0 at FIFA World Cup with Amad Diallo goal
Ecuador looked strong before Diallo broke through in the 90th minute with a clinical left-footed shot to seal the win.
Iran’s Ghalenoei, Taremi decry US treatment before first World Cup game
Striker Mehdi Taremi says US travel policies are dampening the usual joy the football tournament ignites.
World Cup nations slam UEFA chief for ‘disappointing’ 48-team criticism
'There's no such thing as an unimportant World Cup match,' 13 World Cup participant nations say in a statement.
Japan deny Netherlands by fighting back twice in World Cup opener
Asia's most successful side, Japan, twice come from behind to draw 2-2 with Netherlands in Group F opener.
Lamine Yamal fit to start on bench for Spain vs Cape Verde at World Cup
Victor Munoz is also fit to play, as coach Luis de la Fuente says he has no concerns over his players' fitness.
India beat Pakistan by 64 runs to open Women’s T20 World Cup campaign
Smriti Mandhana scored 68, and Deepti Sharma took five wickets as India thrashed Pakistan in front of a sellout crowd.
Ilia Topuria vs Justin Gaethje live title fight at UFC Freedom 250
Topuria-Gaethje lightweight title fight to be staged in front of US President Donald Trump at the White House.
Lewis Hamilton wins first F1 race with Ferrari in Barcelona
Seven-time world champion's maiden victory for the Italian manufacturer is also his first F1 win in nearly two years.
Spain vs Cape Verde: World Cup – Lamine Yamal, predictions and how to watch
Pre-tournament favourites Spain open their Group H campaign with a match against World Cup debutants Cape Verde.
World Cup 2026: Biggest takeaways from Brazil-Morocco group match
Vinicius Junior scored a brilliant goal to dig Brazil out of trouble after Ismael Saibari had put Morocco ahead.
World Cup Day 4: Netherlands vs Japan, Curacao debut, prediction, schedule
The Netherlands face Japan in a must-watch game as World Cup Day 4 brings predictions, key fixtures and other headlines.
2026 World Cup: Australia stun Turkiye 2-0 in counterattacking masterclass
Australia secure win in Group D courtesy of goals from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe.
Smiles all around as Morocco, Brazil share spoils and Knicks make history
World Cup opener ends in a draw for Morocco and Brazil as local fans celebrate New York Knicks' basketball triumph.
Knicks clinch first NBA title in 53 years, as Brunson shines against Spurs
The New York Knicks ended their championship drought on Saturday, winning the best-of-seven NBA Finals series 4-1.
‘Lion of Mesopotamia’: How Aymen Hussein beat tragedy to reach World Cup
Iraq’s ‘most expensive footballer’, striker who scored Iraq’s qualifying goal against Bolivia, retraces his journey.
Vinicius drags low-key Brazil level against dominant Morocco at World Cup
Vinicius Jr individual effort lift Brazil's struggle in team's 2026 tournament opener against Africa champions Morocco.
Qatar net late against Switzerland to secure historic first World Cup point
Asian Cup holders Qatar level in injury time to draw 1-1 with Switzerland in World Cup 2026 opening game.
Ten observations after attending a World Cup match in the US
With the World Cup getting into full swing, Al Jazeera offers some tips for fans looking to attend a game in the US.
Keepy-up cop wows fans with football skills at World Cup event in Boston
A police officer stole the show at a World Cup fan festival in Boston, as he effortlessly juggled a football.