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Erling Haaland (4th L) of Norway celebrates scoring with teammates. Haaland has carried Norway's attack with the same ruthless efficiency that has made him one of world football's most feared strikers. (Xinhua photo)

Norway's fairytale continues–Can they shock England too?

Saturday, July 11, 2026
Mikel Merino emerged as Spain's hero for the second successive match, scoring a late winner to seal a 2-1 victory over Belgium. (Xinhua photo)

Late Merino winner keeps Spain's World Cup dream alive

Saturday, July 11, 2026
Charles De Ketelaere (L) of Belgium celebrates victory after their round of 16 win against the USA. Belgium continue to search for a major international trophy that has eluded one of their most talented generations.

Possession vs Precision: Spain and Belgium set for tactical chess match

Friday, July 10, 2026
Ousmane Dembele (top) of France celebrates scoring with his teammates during the quarter-final match between France and Morocco at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Boston Stadium. (Xinhua)

France end Morocco's fairytale as Mbappe delivers once again

Friday, July 10, 2026
Morocco is awaiting the results of a scan on leading striker Ismael Saibari (pictured) after he suffered a muscle injury that could rule him out of Thursday's World Cup quarterfinal against France. (Xinhua photo)

Morocco is carrying Africa's World Cup dream again

Thursday, July 09, 2026
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Has the Messi-Ronaldo debate finally been settled?

Thursday, July 09, 2026
French Captain, Kylian Mbappe has hit back at a Paraguayan senator over racist remarks she made in connection with Paraguay’s defeat at the World Cup by France. (Xinhua photo)

Silence is not an option: Why Mbappé was right to speak out

Wednesday, July 08, 2026
Argentina complete extraordinary comeback to beat Egypt

Egypt fume at 'injustice' and make Messi favouritism claims after exit

Wednesday, July 08, 2026
Johan Manzambi of Switzerland celebrates his goal during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Los Angeles. Switzerland’s victory marks their first appearance in a World Cup quarter final since the 1954 tournament (Xinhua)

Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties to reach first World Cup quarter-final since 1954

Wednesday, July 08, 2026
Lionel Messi inspired an extraordinary turnaround, setting up the first goal before scoring the equaliser . (Xinhua)

Messi leads Argentina's stunning comeback to beat Egypt

Wednesday, July 08, 2026
President Donald Trump confirmed he personally called FIFA president Gianni Infantino to request a review of Folarin Balogun's red card suspension.

Football must never become a playground for political influence

Tuesday, July 07, 2026
Players of Belgium celebrate a past goal during the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Seattle Stadium. Belgium will now meet Spain in the quarter-finals. (Xinhua photo)

World Cup hosts USA sent packing by ruthless Belgium

Tuesday, July 07, 2026