Football

Cristiano Ronaldo’s double powered Portugal to a convincing victory and added another historic milestone to his extraordinary career. For Uzbekistan, the night was a painful reminder of the gap at World Cup level, even as fans got their long-awaited chance to see their idol live. Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring twice in Portugal’s 5-0 World […]

Jordan had been on course for a breakthrough result after taking the lead, but Algeria came back with two goals and full control at the decisive moments. Argentina had already booked their place in the next round and set the stage for a dramatic Group J story with their 2-0 victory over Austria earlier. Algerian

Haaland’s four goals in the tournament so far, including the hat-trick against Iran, has helped Norway to back-to-back wins following a 3-2 victory over Senegal. Senegal kept pressing until the last whistle but Norway managed to hold on to go through to the knockout stage. Erling Haaland celebrates after scoring for Norway in the 3-2

After a long rain delay, France beat Iraq 3-0 in Philadelphia on a brace by Mbappe and a goal from Dembele. This was one of the most-discussed matches of the tournament so far, thanks to the unusual stop. France players regroup during the thunderstorm delay before resuming their Group I World Cup match against Iraq

Messi’s opener against Austria took him past Miroslav Klose’s World Cup goal record, but Peter Schmeichel and other critics say the goal should have been ruled out for a foul in the buildup. Argentina booked its spot in the Round of 32, but now the discussion about the referees is taking center stage. Lionel Messi

Emam Ashour’s first international goal and Lukaku forcing an own goal led Egypt to a 3-1 victory over New Zealand in Group H of the 2026 World Cup at BC Place, Vancouver. New Zealand led in the 15th minute with a Finn Surman header from a Tim Payne cross and an Elijah Just goal. New