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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 […]

Roberto Martinez steps down as Belgium coach

December 2, 2022

Roberto Martinez has resigned from his role as manager of the Red Devils following their 0-0 draw with Croatia. It is the first time Belgium will crash out at the group stage in the World Cup since 1998. The Qatar 2022 World Cup has been exciting, but it has been a strange tournament. The favourites […]

Qatar 2022: Ben White leaves England camp due to personal reasons

December 2, 2022

In surprising news, Arsenal defender Ben White has left the England national team camp and will no longer be a part of the squad to represent the Three Lions at the ongoing 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. The reasons for his exit were described as personal and the team have requested that his decision […]

Graham Arnold hails his team as the new golden generation of Australia

December 2, 2022

Graham Arnold is proud of what his wards have done at the World Cup and dubbed them the new golden generation. Australia are through to the next round after defeating Denmark 1-0. It has been a World Cup of surprises, with the minnows standing up to the plate and showing they are ready to mix […]

Portugal defender Nuno Mendes to miss the rest of the World Cup

December 1, 2022

PSG left-back Nuno Mendes is set to miss the rest of the World Cup following an injury in the win over Uruguay. Portugal have qualified for the knockout rounds despite having a game against South Korea on Friday. Portugal have impressed so far at the World Cup. The Iberian country were regarded as dark horses […]

Joe Cole predicts fierce battle for Netherlands star in January transfer window

December 1, 2022

Joe Cole has predicted a serious transfer battle for £80 million rated Dutch forward, Cody Gakpo, who is currently plying his trade at PSV Eindhoven in the Netherlands. Joe Cole was commentating for ITV on the Netherlands vs Qatar game where Gakpo scored his third goal of the tournament when he made those comments. Gakpo […]

Louis van Gaal waves away criticism of Netherlands’ playing style

December 1, 2022

Louis van Gaal has disagreed with criticism of the style of play by the Netherlands. The Dutch side has qualified for the round of 16 after they garnered seven points from three matches. The Oranje gang are having a ball in Qatar. They are one of the favourites to win the World Cup. The Netherlands […]

Senegal prepare for different World Cup knockout stages

November 30, 2022

Senegal are looking to reach the quarter-final of the World Cup for the second time in its history. The Teranga Lions booked their ticket with a 2-1 win over Ecuador. Senegal are living up to the hype in Qatar. The African champions have booked their ticket to the round of 16 with two wins over […]

Gary Neville rates Brazil high, tips them to win the World Cup

November 29, 2022

Brazil are through to the round of 16 after a 1-0 win over Switzerland. Gary Neville believes the Samba Boys are in a solid position to win the tournament. The big question is – who will win the World Cup? Many pundits have had their say on the topic, but the final is still three […]

Jan Vertonghen trades barbs with Kevin De Bruyne and Eden Hazard

November 29, 2022

Jan Vertonghen has responded to jabs made by Kevin De Bruyne and Eden Hazard about the team. De Bruyne and Hazard had both written off the team’s chances of winning the World Cup. There is plenty of drama in the Belgium national team. The Red Devils have not lived up to the billing at the Qatar […]

Smith-Rowe rues injury woes amid Arsenal title challenge

November 21, 2022

Arsenal midfielder Emile Smith-Rowe has spoken out on his true feelings about missing the Gunners’ title charge so far. The man who finished as Arsenal’s second highest goalscorer in the Premier League last season has been battling niggling injuries for most of this campaign. Those injuries have caused him regular game time, which in turn, […]

Manchester United to cancel Ronaldo’s £16 million contract

November 20, 2022

Manchester United have initiated moves in response to Cristiano Ronaldo’s bombshell interview and reports indicate it is on the subject of the cancellation of his contract. The English football giants were the subject of Ronaldo’s ire in his tell-all interview with Piers Morgan, host of TalkTV. The Portugal international, who returned to the club after […]

Mbappe yet to reach full potential, PSG chief says

November 20, 2022

Paris Saint-Germain sporting director Luis Campos believes that the club’s marquee man, Kylian Mbappe, has much more to offer. Campos was speaking at a football event in Porto when he made these comments. “Mbappe is still only at 40 or 50 per cent of his potential, and I tell him that every day,” Campos said […]

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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