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African World Cup Qualifying: New Leaders Emerge in Group Stage
The African 2026 World Cup qualifiers saw a series of upsets on Thursday, with Benin, Cape Verde, Gabon, and Mozambique all securing victories that propelled them to the top of their respective groups. The results shake up the qualifying…
Osimhen Brace helps Nigeria claim first 2026 World Cup qualifying win
Victor Osimhen marked his return to Nigeria's World Cup qualifying campaign with a brace, leading the Super Eagles to a 2-0 victory over Rwanda in Kigali. The win, Éric Sékou Chelle's first as Nigeria coach, provides a much-needed boost…
Stoppage time Winner Completes Morocco’s Comeback against Niger
Morocco secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Niger in their World Cup qualifying campaign, overcoming a second-half deficit with a dramatic stoppage-time winner from Bilal El Khannouss. The win strengthens Morocco's position in their…
Salah on target as Egypt move closer to World Cup Qualification
Egypt took a significant step towards 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification with a 2-0 victory over Ethiopia on Thursday evening. The match, played at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca, Morocco, due to Ethiopia's lack of suitable home…
Lewis-Skelly Scores on Debut as England Begin Tuchel Era with Win Over Albania
England began the Thomas Tuchel era with a 2-0 victory over Albania in their 2026 World Cup qualifier at Wembley, although the performance was more functional than flamboyant. Arsenal teenager Myles Lewis-Skelly marked his senior debut…
Argentina March Closer to 2026 World Cup with Gritty 1-0 Win Over Uruguay
In a tightly contested World Cup Qualifier match, Argentina edged out Uruguay 1-0, thanks to a moment of brilliance from Thiago Almada. The 22-year-old midfielder scored the only goal of the match in the 68th minute, propelling…
Japan become First team to Qualify for 2026 World Cup
Japan became the first team to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, securing their place with a 2-0 victory over Bahrain at Saitama Stadium on Thursday. Second-half goals from substitutes Daichi Kamada and Takefusa Kubo ensured Japan's…
Vinícius scores Late Winner as Brazil edge Colombia
A stoppage-time goal from Vinícius Jr. earned Brazil a crucial 2-1 victory over Colombia in their South American World Cup qualifier on Thursday in Brasilia. The late winner rescued Brazil from what seemed destined to be a third…
Madagascar and Tunisia Win as Cameroon Held in WC Qualifiers
Madagascar and Tunisia secured crucial away victories on Wednesday as two rounds of African 2026 World Cup qualifiers commenced. Cameroon, however, were held to a goalless draw by Eswatini after severely disrupted travel arrangements.…
Messi Ruled Out of Argentina’s World Cup Qualifiers Due to Injury
Lionel Messi has been excluded from Argentina's squad for their upcoming World Cup qualifying matches against Uruguay and Brazil due to a "low-grade" adductor muscle injury. The injury was reportedly sustained during Inter Miami's recent…