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After Asia’s World Cup stumble, resignations pile up from Seoul to Riyadh

July 6, 2026 admin

The fallout in Asian football continues as the continent comes to terms with an underwhelming World Cup performance. On Monday (July 6,2026) , Chung Mong-gyu stepped down as president of the Korea Football Association. FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout schedule: Matches in Indian Time His departure follows harsh criticism from the country’s president and the…

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Tuchel hails England heart as they battle through Mexican storm

July 6, 2026 admin

The match had been billed as England’s biggest test at the tournament so far. File | Photo Credit: Reuters England manager Thomas Tuchel credited “pure mentality and heart” after his 10-man side survived a pulsating encounter at the Azteca Stadium, weathering a second-half onslaught to beat Mexico 3-2 and reach the World Cup quarter-finals on…

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Arias’ goal enough to send Colombia into pre-quarters

July 4, 2026 admin

Colombia’s Jhon Arias (11) celebrates after the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between Colombia and Ghana in Kansas City, Mo., Friday, July 3, 2026. | Photo Credit: AP Colombia managed to see off a toothless Ghana 1-0 here on Friday to become the final team to qualify for the World Cup last 16….

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Mexico fans dream of more wins in World Cup, singing “What if we do?”

July 4, 2026 admin

The Mexican dream at this World Cup can be summed up in a phrase: “And what if we do?” The question omits the ending — and what if we do win? — but captures the hope of two generations of Mexicans who were used to defeats and have waited 40 years to see their national…

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Delhi HC issues notice to ZEE over FIFA World Cup streaming accessibility for the visually challenged

July 3, 2026 admin

The platform holds exclusive streaming rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in India. File | Photo Credit: The Hindu The Delhi High Court has issued notice to Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited on a petition claiming that its OTT platform, ZEE5, is inaccessible to persons with visual disabilities, preventing them from independently accessing digital content,…

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Riyad Mahrez retires from Algeria national team after World Cup elimination

July 3, 2026 admin

”He added: “It is the new generation’s turn to play. ” | Photo Credit: Reuters Riyad Mahrez, a five-time Premier League winner, announced his retirement from international Football following Algeria’s World Cup exit, a 2-0 defeat to Switzerland in the round of 32 on Thursday (July 2 2026). “There were good times and difficult times…

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FIFA World Cup | Ramos, Ronaldo score as Portugal comes back to beat Croatia 2-1

July 3, 2026 admin

Portugal’s Goncalo Ramos (9) heads the ball during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between Portugal and Croatia in Toronto, on July 2, 2026. | Photo Credit: AP Goncalo Ramos headed in a pass from Rafael Leao in stoppage time as Cristiano Ronaldo, who had earlier converted a penalty kick, watched from the…

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Has the expansion to 48 teams affected the quality of the World Cup?

July 2, 2026 admin

In January 2017, when FIFA expanded the World Cup to 48 teams, starting with the 2026 edition, there were mixed feelings. Many welcomed the move, arguing that the flagship event of the planet’s most popular sport should have more than just 32 outfits. But there was criticism too, for many felt that the increase would…

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FIFA World Cup 2026 | When the going got tough, our players showed up, says England coach Tuchel on comeback win over DR Congo

July 2, 2026 admin

Harry Kane was central to England’s comeback. | Photo Credit: AFP Head coach Thomas Tuchel likened England’s comeback victory over DR Congo to “knocking at a rock until it breaks”, praising his side’s resilience after the Three Lions recovered from an early deficit to win 2-1 and book a round-of-16 meeting with Mexico. England created…

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FIFA World Cup: DHS secretary celebrates Iran’s exit with ‘happy dance’

June 30, 2026 admin

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin. | Photo Credit: AP U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin celebrated Iran’s elimination from the World Cup, saying he did a “happy dance,” Sports Business Journal reported on Monday (June 29, 2026). The Iranian team barely missed out on reaching the knockout rounds of the tournament. They drew all…

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