Colombia vs Ghana—World Cup: Live score and match stats
Colombia vs Ghana—World Cup: Live score and match stats
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Cape Verde: The fairytale of an island kingdom across seven seas
Fairy tales often speak of a kingdom that is difficult to find on any map—surrounded by vast waters, composed of a few fragmented islands, and inhabited by a handful of people whose stories had never been heard. The story of Cape Verde is much like that. Situated in the Atlantic Ocean six hundred kilometers off the coast of West Africa, this nation is formed by ten volcanic islands. It stands as the smallest country by area in the World Cup and the second smallest by population. While it is home to 550,000 people, more than double that number of its children are scattered across various corners of the world, having left their homeland to settle abroad long ago. Much like a prince crossing seven seas and thirteen rivers in search of fortune, the people of Cape Verde crossed country after country—not out of choice, but out of a necessity to survive.
Egypt's 92-year World Cup journey
The story begins in 1934 in Italy on a pitch in Naples where Egypt became the first nation from Africa and the Arab world to step onto the World Cup stage. Facing Hungary that day, a young forward named Abdulrahman Fawzi scored a brace to cement his name in history as the first African footballer to score in a World Cup. Despite his heroic performance, Egypt fell to a 4-2 defeat. Under the tournament format of that era, there was no group stage, and play commenced directly in a knockout setup, meaning Egypt's first match was effectively their first Round of 16 experience. Following that single appearance, the Pharaohs faded into obscurity, and their presence vanished from the global football map for decades.
Luka Modric: The last of football's true maestro
Some players in football history are defined not by trophies, goals or statistics alone. They represent an era, a carrier of an art form. Croatia's Luka Modric is exactly that. In modern football dominated by pace, power and numbers, Modric has repeatedly proven that football is also a game of intellect, vision and beauty.
No goal, no assist—yet player of the match! is Yamal redefining football's measure of greatness?
For decades, football has followed a simple formula: score a goal, provide an assist, and you're the frontrunner for the Player of the Match award. The names on the scoresheet have almost always dominated the spotlight.
Luka Modrić's World Cup journey ends
Luka Modrić's legendary World Cup journey came to a close during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Croatia exiting the tournament following a hard-fought Round of 32 defeat against Portugal in Toronto, Canada.
Ramos, Ronaldo goals lead Portugal to dramatic win
Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first World Cup knockout round goal! And it boosted Portugal to the round of 16. The 41-year-old soccer icon netted the goal in the second half of Portugal’s 2-1 World Cup win over Croatia on Thursday, July 2 at BMO Field in Toronto to advance to the round of 16.
The all-time Spain dream team
Spain defeated Austria 3-0 in the last 32 match of the World Cup that started at the first hour of Bangladesh time on Friday at the Sophie Stadium in Los Angeles. This is their first knockout victory since winning the 2010 World Cup. However, countless legends have emerged throughout the history of Spanish football. Some have triumphed in the World Cup, others have dominated Europe, and some have transcended mere trophies, elevating football to an art form. Certain players have served as formidable defenders, while others have orchestrated the game in midfield, and some have netted goals, securing a lasting place in the hearts of millions of supporters.
Oyarzabal's double strike gives Spain 3-0 victory against Austria
Mikel Oyarzabal's double strike gave Spain a 3-0 victory against Austria. Before, Oyarzabal's second score, right-back Pedro Porro scored a brilliant second-half strike against Austria at the Sophie Stadium in Los Angeles to give the team a 2-0 lead. Luis de la Fuente's team took the lead in the first half of the World Cup quarter-final on Friday, and Porro doubled the lead after the break to further consolidate control of the match.
Sadio Mane: Senegal's uncrowned king
Senegal's departure from the World Cup unfolded as a heartbreaking saga. In the Round of 32 match held in Seattle, the 'Tricolor Lions' were ahead 2-0 against Belgium, thanks to goals from Habib Diarra and Ismaila Sarr; victory seemed imminent with only five minutes remaining in regulation time. However, fate had a different plan. Goals from Romelu Lukaku in the 86th minute and Youri Tielemans in the 89th minute pushed the match into extra time. Ultimately, in the dying moments of extra time, Tielemans scored in the 125th minute from a penalty awarded by VAR, leading Senegal to exit the World Cup in tears, losing 3-2. This late goal, the latest winning goal in World Cup history, shattered their dreams. Even Belgium's coach Rudi Garcia acknowledged post-match that Senegal merited the win.
Will Spanish armada, Portuguese artistry, or Croat experience prevail
In the knockout stages of the World Cup, statistics can provide confidence, but never guarantees. History has shown time and again that the team looking superior on paper does not always emerge victorious. A single misplaced pass, a corner kick, a sudden counter-attack, or a moment of individual brilliance from a player can completely rewrite the narrative of the entire tournament. On this very stage of uncertainty, four European powerhouses—Spain, Austria, Portugal, and Croatia—will battle for a ticket to the quarter-finals on Thursday (July 2).
Belgium complete incredible comeback to beat Senegal 3-2
Seattle witnessed the most dramatic match of the 2026 World Cup so far, as Belgium came from two goals down to snatch a 3-2 victory over Senegal in extra time, booking their place in the last 16.
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