Canada and Morocco’s FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match in Houston turned tense late in the first half after a run of physical challenges, yellow cards and a small on-pitch flashpoint involving Achraf Hakimi and Richie Laryea. At the break, the match was still Canada 0-0 Morocco, with Canada the more dangerous side despite Morocco gradually settling into possession.
2026/07/05
Brazil against Norway is not one of football’s most frequent rivalries, but it is one of the strangest. Brazil are the most successful nation in World Cup history, yet they have never beaten Norway in a senior men’s international match. That head-to-head record gives the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 meeting an unusual historical edge. Brazil enter the match with greater pedigree, deeper attacking options and the pressure of being five-time world champions. Norway enter with Erling Haaland, Martin Ødegaard and the confidence of a team that has never lost to Brazil.
2026/07/04
Cape Verde's narrow loss to Argentina was cause for celebration early Saturday in Praia as the Blue Sharks' World Cup dream run came to a sad but brilliant end.
Can Paraguay beat France in the World Cup 2026 Round of 16? On paper, France are clearly the stronger side. They have more attacking talent, better squad depth and stronger recent form. But Paraguay have already proved that “on paper” does not decide knockout football. Paraguay shocked Germany in the Round of 32, winning 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw. Reuters described it as a major upset, with Paraguay executing a disciplined defensive plan and surviving heavy German possession before winning the shootout. (Reuters’ report on Paraguay eliminating Germany)
Paraguay vs France is not only a World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match. It is also a rematch with real World Cup history. France have never lost to Paraguay in senior international meetings, and their most famous clash came at the 1998 World Cup, when Laurent Blanc scored the first golden goal in FIFA World Cup history to eliminate Paraguay in extra time. (FIFA’s feature on Laurent Blanc’s golden goal)
Bubista said he felt huge pride in his team after they took three-time world champions Argentina to the wire before losing a thrilling last-32 clash.
At 2,240 metres, Mexico City’s thin air reduces oxygen levels and causes the ball to travel faster and further.
Erling Haaland has feasted on defences throughout the World Cup, and Norway will need their talismanic striker at his ruthless best.
A right-wing influencer got more than he bargained for during a livestream in Philadelphia when a passerby challenged him in a heated, curse-laden exchange.Jack
Similar extensions were granted for England's earlier matches that kicked off before 10pm, with the move welcomed by the hospitality sector.
2026/07/03