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World Cup Highlights

Will World Cup 2026 crown a new all-time top scorer? 12 Jun 2026 - 11:28 am
Should Argentina make another deep run in North America, Messi would have a realistic opportunity to become the most prolific scorer in World Cup history. (Photo by Juan Mabromata / AFP)
From tears of glory to tears of heartbreak: Story behind every FIFA World Cup final 11 Jun 2026 - 11:26 am
Argentina’s Lionel Messi lifts the trophy after winning the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 title, in this December 18, 2022 file photo. (AFP)
Argentina ready for title defence 11 Jun 2026 - 11:16 am
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Favourites Spain aim to reclaim glory on world stage 10 Jun 2026 - 09:57 am
Spain’s players attend a training session. (AFP)
Afif key as Qatar seek answers to scoring struggles 10 Jun 2026 - 09:49 am
Akram Afif
World Cup tradition lives on as shark Ritinha backs Brazil over Morocco 10 Jun 2026 - 09:30 am
Ritinha is not an expert in football, or any other sport – but just a female sandbar shark currently residing at the Rio de Janeiro’s AquaRio aquarium.
Morocco look to build on historic Qatar 2022 run 09 Jun 2026 - 11:17 am
Morocco's Brahim Diaz celebrates with teammate Achraf Hakimi after scoring a goal against Norway during a friendly match on Sunday. (AFP)
Qatar’s young guns aim to shine at World Cup 09 Jun 2026 - 11:07 am
FROM LEFT: Ahmed Al Janehi, Ayoub Aloui, Mohamed Al-Mannai
A tournament of firsts: FIFA World Cup 2026 poised to make history 09 Jun 2026 - 09:39 am
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Abunada ready to seize World Cup moment with Qatar 08 Jun 2026 - 10:13 am
Qatar goalkeeper Mahmoud Abunada in action during the match against El Salvador on Saturday.
Lopetegui satisfied as Qatar turn focus to Switzerland test 08 Jun 2026 - 10:06 am
Coach Julen Lopetegui reacts during the warm-up match against El Salvador.
Four nations set for World Cup debut 08 Jun 2026 - 09:34 am
Curacao's football players before the international friendly football match between Curacao and Aruba at Ergilio Hato Stadium in Willemstad on June 6, 2026. (Photo by Pong Pong / AFP)
New game laws to be introduced at World Cup 08 Jun 2026 - 09:31 am
The VAR referee will be empowered to review additional incidents, including certain second-yellow-card situations, incorrect corner-kick decisions and off-the-ball incidents preceding goals or penalties.
Meet Egypt's World Cup stars named after football icons 07 Jun 2026 - 03:37 pm
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The science behind perfect grass on World Cup’s 16 fields 05 Jun 2026 - 12:58 pm
Guadalajara Stadium is getting ready to host matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Zapopan. César Rodriguez/Bloomberg
Japan lead Asia’s World Cup charge 05 Jun 2026 - 10:01 am
Japan’s players take part in a training session in Monterrey, Mexico. (AFP)
Spain, France head list of World Cup favourites 03 Jun 2026 - 10:10 am
England's Jordan Henderson warms up with teammates during a training session in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, yesterday.
Record eight Arab teams set for World Cup 26 May 2026 - 09:12 am
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