On the night when Argentina played Egypt last week, 38-year-old auto-rickshaw driver Shariful Islam was watching the match at a roadside tea stall in Cumilla as Lionel Messi missed a penalty.

Prophesying a massive upset, Ghanaian shaman Nana Kwaku Bonsam claims underdog Cabo Verde will eliminate Lionel Messi and defending champions Argentina from the 2026 World Cup. Football fans await this thrilling Round of 32 clash.

Witness the historic 2026 World Cup journey as underdog Cabo Verde prepares for a massive Round of 32 clash against Argentina on 4 July, proving that resilience and footballing passion define global sports greatness.

Elevate your festive World Cup watch parties with breathable summer makeup. Master fresh looks for outdoor restaurant screenings using waterproof mascara or vibrant team colours. Stay completely radiant and camera ready for every victory selfie.

Witness Portugal navigate intense drama as Joao Neves and Katia Aveiro spark social media chaos following a tense Houston draw against DR Congo. Superfans target players online, escalating pressure before a crucial Uzbekistan World Cup clash.

Celebrate Morocco's dramatic rise from Qatar semi-finalists to holding Brazil in the 2026 World Cup. Explore the historic colonial roots behind their French FIFA scoreboard code MAR, proving football heritage transcends linguistic boundaries.

Prepare for the highly anticipated FIFA World Cup 2026 by tracking must-watch group stage fixtures like Brazil versus Morocco. Fans in Bangladesh can follow strategic blockbusters featuring elite football superstars streaming live across global networks.

Discover the technology behind Trionda, the official FIFA World Cup ball. From sensor-driven VAR data to its unique 4-panel design, here is everything you need to know.

The World Cup 2022 story of Argentina and Bangladesh exemplified the spirit of football. Covering it as a writer and presenting it in front of people was a privilege.

Shakira revitalizes football passion with her 2026 FIFA World Cup anthem teaser filmed at Maracana Stadium. Featuring Burna Boy, Dai Dai blends Afrobeat and Latin energy, restoring global unity before the historic North American tournament.

The head of Brazil's football federation on Tuesday said he had nixed the much-derided idea of the national team wearing red -- the color associated with the ruling leftist party -- in the 2026 World Cup, which will take place months ahead of elections.

Pep Guardiola has no plans to leave Manchester City anytime soon but the Spaniard has often thought about what it would be like to guide an international team and says he would love to take on the challenge of a World Cup or Euros campaign.

Chris Wood scored a hat-trick of headers as New Zealand moved to within one win of the World Cup with a 7-0 demolition of Fiji on Friday.

Kenya all-rounder Collins Obuya, who played a starring role in their dream ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2003 campaign, has retired.

Mario Zagallo, who won four football World Cups for Brazil as either player or coach, including the 1970 side considered by many to be the best ever, has died, according to a post on his official Instagram account on Saturday. He was 92.

Coach Fernando Diniz will no longer be in charge of the Brazil national team, said the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) on Friday.

In these past 12 months, tributes to the three-time world champion have been, on various platforms, all over the world.

India and Australia have faced off in some of the most engaging contests in recent times and a new chapter to their rivalry will be added when they contest 50-over cricket’s ultimate glory in Sunday’s World Cup final in Ahmedabad.

It was never in doubt, and probably only a matter of when than if for star India batter Virat Kohli, who now occupies the highest pedal in ODI cricket.

The World Cup semifinal between India and New Zealand in Mumbai on Wednesday was being played on a used pitch, sparking concerns the tournament hosts had tried to manipulate conditions in their favour.