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Nagelsmann’s Germany Contract Extended

April 19, 2024

Germany’s national football team received a significant boost as Julian Nagelsmann, the team’s manager, signed a contract extension that will keep him in charge until after the 2026 World Cup. Nagelsmann, who took over from Hansi Flick in September 2023, has won three out of his six games in charge so far. His previous contract […]

Nagelsmann’s Germany Contract Extended

April 19, 2024

Germany’s national football team received a significant boost as Julian Nagelsmann, the team’s manager, signed a contract extension that will keep him in charge until after the 2026 World Cup. Nagelsmann, who took over from Hansi Flick in September 2023, has won three out of his six games in charge so far. His previous contract […]

FA Eyes Southgate’s Extended Tenure

February 10, 2024

The Football Association is making it clear: they’re keen for Gareth Southgate to remain at the helm of the England national football team well beyond the upcoming European Championships. Initially slated to step down after the 2024 finals in Germany, Southgate, aged 53, has hinted at the possibility of stretching his tenure until the 2026 […]

World Cup 2026: expanded tournament returns to summer slot

February 7, 2024

The football world braces for a seismic shift as the 2026 World Cup gears up to shatter norms with a groundbreaking 48-team spectacle. Emerging from the shadows of the unconventional Qatar winter edition, this tournament promises a summer of unrivaled intensity, sprawled across the expansive landscapes of Canada, the United States, and Mexico. A departure […]

Lionel Messi reacts to Maracana crowd violence

November 22, 2023

Lionel Messi, the recently crowned Ballon d’Or winner, stated after Argentina’s thrilling victory over Brazil that the crowd situation “could have ended in tragedy” as the game was disrupted by violent altercations between supporters and police. Shortly before the 2026 World Cup qualifying match began, tensions in the stands erupted, and Brazilian police were recorded […]

Manchester United goalkeeper Onana picks up injury during international break

November 20, 2023

In the news is the fitness mishap suffered by Cameroonian goalkeeper, André Onana, of Manchester United. The 27-year-old former Barcelona La Masia academy player was on international duty with his home country when he was ruled out for their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying game against Libya. The decision came after tests were carried out […]

Neymar’s World Cup hopes hit by anterior cruciate ligament injury

October 19, 2023

Neymar, the iconic Brazilian footballer, faced a devastating setback in his pursuit of World Cup glory when he suffered a grievous anterior cruciate ligament injury during Brazil’s intense World Cup qualifying clash against Uruguay. The heart-wrenching incident unfolded at Montevideo’s Estadio Centenario, with Neymar being carried off the field on a stretcher, tears streaming down […]

The Paez Phenomenon: Awaiting Chelsea’s Youngest Wonderkid

October 14, 2023

In the world of football, youth has a name, and it’s Kendry Paez. At a mere 16 years and 161 days old, Paez etched his name into the annals of history as the youngest South American to ever find the net in a World Cup qualifier. In a thrilling showdown against Bolivia, Paez, guided by […]

Legendary goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon set to hang his gloves at 45 years old

August 2, 2023

One of the most anticipated retirements from the sport is here as legendary Italian shotstopper Gianluigi Buffon is set to exit the game at 45 years old. The 2006 FIFA World Cup winner has been playing at his boyhood club Parma for the last two years after stints at Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain. His career, […]

“European football will be fine,” UEFA president says amidst Saudi spending spree

June 19, 2023

UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin has downplayed the touted effects of Saudi Arabia’s spending on European football teams in the wake of a number of stars joining the Saudi Pro League. Saudi Arabia, one of the bidding countries for the rights to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup, is making early moves to convince the world […]

Lionel Messi reveals World Cup 2026 plans with Argentina

June 14, 2023

Lionel Messi has categorically stated that he has no intention of playing for Argentina in the 2026 World Cup. The forward, who recently made headlines after his decision to join MLS side Inter Miami, helped his side win the World Cup – his first ever – in Qatar last year. However, despite the hopes that […]

Cristiano Ronaldo remains undecided on his Portugal future

December 12, 2022

Cristiano Ronaldo has said that he is dedicated to the Portuguese national team but will let time be the adviser in the future. There were speculations that the Qatar 2022 World Cup would be his last appearance for the national team. The Qatar 2022 World Cup is over for Portugal. They were dark horses to […]

Portugal boss Fernando Santos has no regrets over benching Ronaldo

December 12, 2022

Fernando Santos says he does not regret not starting Cristiano Ronaldo as Portugal crashed out in the quarter-final of the World Cup. For the second game running, Cristiano Ronaldo was relegated to the bench as Portugal took on Morocco in the quarter-final. The debate between fans of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi over who is […]

Bounou finds Semi-final qualification unbelievable

December 11, 2022

Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou believes their run to the semi-final of the World Cup is a miracle. The Sevilla goalkeeper finds the feat enjoyable and hopes it inspires future generations. The Qatar 2022 World Cup has become a tournament for the underdogs. The heavyweights of the World Cup have fallen by the wayside, with only […]

Qatar 2022: Roy Keane chastises England for lacklustre attacking display after France defeat

December 11, 2022

Roy Keane has criticised England for not being ruthless enough in the second half of their quarter final game against France in the ongoing 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. England and France went head to head in the last quarter final game of the ongoing tournament. It was the first time both teams were […]

Casemiro bemoans a painful exit for Brazil at the World Cup

December 11, 2022

Casemiro said the loss to Croatia in the quarter-final of the World Cup was too painful to digest. Brazil lost 4-2 on penalties after the game ended 1-1. The World Cup has come to a painful end for Brazil. The five-time champions were one of the favourites to win the competition, but things did not […]

Bruno Fernandes wary of Morocco as Regragui appeals for support from the Arab world

December 10, 2022

Bruno Fernandes has lauded the quality of Morocco ahead of their tie on Saturday. The last time the two sides met was in 2018, with Portugal triumphing 1-0. It has been a World Cup of upsets and surprises. There have been so many shocks as things have not gone to script. The tournament started with […]

Luis Enrique leaves his position as Spain manager following embarrassing World Cup exit

December 9, 2022

Luis Enrique has stepped down from his role as the manager of La Furia Roja after their loss to Morocco at the World Cup. Enrique has been replaced by Luis de la Fuente. Spain was one of the heavyweights at the World Cup. They were favourites to win the tournament alongside teams like France, Brazil, […]

Brazil legend sends words of support to Gabriel Jesus after World Cup-ending injury

December 9, 2022

Brazil legend Ronaldo has thrown his weight behind Gabriel Jesus in the wake of criticism of the Arsenal man after his World Cup-ending injury against Cameroon. Jesus will no longer be a part of Brazil’s World Cup campaign and will be sitting out the next two to three months of the rest of Arsenal’s Premier […]

Eden Hazard calls time on his international career

December 8, 2022

Eden Hazard has decided to bring his international career to an end. The Real Madrid winger announced his international retirement on his Instagram page on Wednesday. It hurts seeing a generation of talented players go without fulfilling their potential. It is painful to see them fail to live up to expectations. It is the story […]

Cody Gakpo keen on joining Manchester United

December 8, 2022

Cody Gakpo was the subject of transfer interest from Manchester United in the summer. The PSV forward said he would consider a move to Old Trafford if another bid arrives. Manchester United is still in the hunt for players to bolster their squad. The World Cup has allowed the Red Devils a better view of […]

Arsenal looking at recalling on-loan striker after Gabriel Jesus injury

December 8, 2022

Folarin Balogun’s loan spell at Stade de Reims in the French Ligue 1 could be cut short thanks to Gabriel Jesus injury at the FIFA World Cup, according to reports. The young striker was sent on loan to France to help him get first team experience and playing time in the 2022/23 season. The loan […]

Al-Khelaifi admits PSG interest in Jude Bellingham

December 7, 2022

PSG have indicated an interest in signing Jude Bellingham next summer. Bellingham is on a fantastic campaign with England at the World Cup. The World Cup has exposed several youngsters. It has shown how some unknown quantities can operate at the highest level. The pressure to perform at the World Cup could be exhilarating, but […]

Current Standings

Group A

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 NetherlandsNLD 3 2 1 0 WDWWD
2 SenegalSEN 3 2 0 1 LWWL?
3 EcuadorECU 3 1 1 1 WDL??
4 QatarQAT 3 0 0 3 LLL??

Group B

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 EnglandENG 3 2 1 0 WDWWL
2 USAUSA 3 1 2 0 DDWL?
3 IranIR 3 1 0 2 LWL??
4 WalesWAL 3 0 1 2 DLL??

Group C

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 ArgentinaARG 3 2 0 1 WWDWD
2 PolandPOL 3 1 1 1 DWLL?
3 MexicoMEX 3 1 1 1 DLW??
4 Saudi ArabiaSAU 3 1 0 2 WLL??

Group D

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 FranceFRA 3 2 0 1 LWWWD
2 AustraliaAUS 3 2 0 1 LWWL?
3 TunisiaTUN 3 1 1 1 DLW??
4 DenmarkDNK 3 0 1 2 DLL??

Group E

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 JapanJPN 3 2 0 1 WLWD?
2 SpainESP 3 1 1 1 WDLD?
3 GermanyDEU 3 1 1 1 LDW??
4 Costa RicaCRC 3 1 0 2 LWL??

Group F

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 MoroccoMAR 3 2 1 0 WDWLL
2 CroatiaHRV 3 1 2 0 DDDLW
3 BelgiumBEL 3 1 1 1 WLD??
4 CanadaCAN 3 0 0 3 LLL??

Group G

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 BrazilBRA 3 2 0 1 WWLWD
2 SwitzerlandCHE 3 2 0 1 WLWL?
3 CameroonCMR 3 1 1 1 LDW??
4 SerbiaSRB 3 0 1 2 LDL??

Group H

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 PortugalPRT 3 2 0 1 WWLWL
2 Korea RepublicKOR 3 1 1 1 DLWL?
3 UruguayURY 3 1 1 1 DLW??
4 GhanaGHA 3 1 0 2 LWL??

Results
Player Stats

League Table

Group A

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 NLD 2 1 0 7
2 SEN 2 0 1 6
3 ECU 1 1 1 4
4 QAT 0 0 3 0

Group B

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 ENG 2 1 0 7
2 USA 1 2 0 5
3 IR 1 0 2 3
4 WAL 0 1 2 1

Group C

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 ARG 2 0 1 6
2 POL 1 1 1 4
3 MEX 1 1 1 4
4 SAU 1 0 2 3

Group D

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 FRA 2 0 1 6
2 AUS 2 0 1 6
3 TUN 1 1 1 4
4 DNK 0 1 2 1

Group E

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 JPN 2 0 1 6
2 ESP 1 1 1 4
3 DEU 1 1 1 4
4 CRC 1 0 2 3

Group F

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 MAR 2 1 0 7
2 HRV 1 2 0 5
3 BEL 1 1 1 4
4 CAN 0 0 3 0

Group G

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 BRA 2 0 1 6
2 CHE 2 0 1 6
3 CMR 1 1 1 4
4 SRB 0 1 2 1

Group H

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 PRT 2 0 1 6
2 KOR 1 1 1 4
3 URY 1 1 1 4
4 GHA 1 0 2 3

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