New Zealand batting great and former captain Kane Williamson has announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing an end to a distinguished 16-year career that ranks among the finest in the country's cricketing history.
Hosts United States launched their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign in emphatic fashion, cruising to a 4-1 victory over Paraguay at SoFi Stadium to underline their title ambitions on home soil.
Co-hosts Canada earned their first-ever FIFA World Cup point after playing to a dramatic 1-1 draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina at Toronto Stadium, though the hosts will rue missed opportunities to take all three points.
Striker Cyle Larin scored a dramatic late equalizer to bring Canada level at 1-1 against Bosnia and Herzegovina, sending Toronto Stadium into a frenzy during the nation’s historic World Cup opener.
Bosnia and Herzegovina have silenced the home crowd after turning their persistent set-piece threat into the opening goal against Canada.
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will miss his country's opening match of the 2026 World Cup against Panama on Wednesday after being denied entry to Canada.