Markwayne Mullin, US homeland security secretary, admitted during a briefing in Washington that he felt 'happy about Iran not advancing in the tournament.'

FIFA 2026 | 'Inhumane and unprofessional': Iran football calls out US security official being 'very happy' on World Cup exit

Joachim Klement, who had rightfully predicted 2014, 2018, and 2022 FIFA winners to be Germany, France, and Argentina, had betted on Netherlands to go all the way through in FIFA 2026 but they lost to Morocco in R32 on penalties.

FIFA 2026 | Economist, who correctly predicted last three winners, apologises for giving 'false hope' to Netherlands

Mbappe's brace took him level with Lionel Messi on six goals in this tournament's Golden Boot race, and his 18th World Cup goal overall leaves him just one short of Messi's all-time record of 19.

FIFA 2026 | Mbappe brace puts France in last 16 against Paraguay

Japan striker Daizen Maeda apologised to fans after his side's Round of 32 defeat to Brazil, saying he was sorry for not meeting their expectations.

FIFA 2026: 'Sorry for not meeting your expectations': Japan's Daizen apologises to fans after World Cup R32 defeat

Cody Gakpo's emotional World Cup goal against Morocco came days after the heartbreaking loss of his unborn son. Read the touching story, Virgil van Dijk's tribute, and the family's emotional statements

What happened to Cody Gakpo? The story behind his emotional World Cup tears

Find out when and where to watch the England vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match live in India. Get TV channel, ZEE5 live streaming details, and predicted XIs.

FIFA WC 2026, England vs DR Congo R32: When and where to watch, live streaming in India?

Mexico fans created a noisy atmosphere outside Ecuador's hotel before their FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash in Mexico City. The incident sparked debate as both teams prepared for a crucial knockout match

WATCH | Mexican fans create chaos outside Ecuador hotel before FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash as viral videos spark debate

As the crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 clash between France and Sweden approaches, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.

FIFA WC 2026, France vs Sweden R32: When and where to watch live streaming in India?

US Homeland Security Chief Markwayne Mullin admits to a 'happy dance' over Iran's dramatic World Cup 2026 exit amid tight visa restrictions and geopolitical tension.

US security chief celebrates Iran’s early World Cup exit with ‘happy dance’

World Cup security officials detected 1,139 drones near stadiums, neutralized over 300, and seized more than 500 as the FBI ramps up counter-drone operations during the 2026 FIFA World Cup

FBI detects over 1,100 drones near FIFA World Cup venues, 300 neutralised

Player of the Match Issa Diop praised Morocco's team effort after the Atlas Lions overcame the Netherlands on penalties to advance to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16.

FIFA World Cup 2026: 'Plan well executed,' says Issa Diop after Morocco reach Round of 16

Speaking after Brazil’s dramatic 2-1 win, Ancelotti explained that Neymar was originally expected to enter around the 60th minute. However, once the scores were level, he decided to keep the forward fresh for a possible extra 30 minutes.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Carlo Ancelotti reveals why Neymar missed Japan clash

After the win, Neymar reacted on X to German economist Joachim Klement, whose statistical model had predicted that Japan would eliminate Brazil.

FIFA 2026: 'Try again next World Cup': Neymar mocks German economist after Brazil victory

FIFA 2026 | Netherlands became second team after Germany to crash out on penalty shootout on Monday (Jun 29) in Round of 32 matches.

FIFA 2026 | Morocco beat Netherlands in penalty shootout to book R16 berth

FIFA 2026 | Germany's Jonathan Tah had scored a header in 112th minute but the goal was disallowed by VAR after referee Jalal Jayed deemed Tah's teammate Waldemar Anton pushing Paraguay goalkeeper Oranldo Gill as foul.

FIFA 2026 | Why was Germany's extra-time goal vs Paraguay disallowed by VAR?

In a shootout where momentum swung repeatedly, Paraguay goalkeeper Orlando Gill emerged as the hero, saving spot-kicks from Havertz and Nick Woltemade.

FIFA 2026 | Paraguay shock four-time champions Germany in penalty shootout to advance to R16

Cape Verde captain Ryan Mendes has been accused of rape over an alleged incident at an Auckland hotel in March earlier this year.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Cape Verde captain Ryan Mendes faces rape allegation during team's historic run

As the crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 clash between the Netherlands and Morocco approaches, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.

FIFA WC 2026, Netherlands vs Morocco R32: When and where to watch live streaming in India?

Brazil and Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr spoke to Brazilian broadcaster Globo TV about his life, his close bond with his grandmother and his ongoing fight against racism in football.

FIFA 2026: Vinicius Jr opens up on grandmother's influence, racism and World Cup journey

As the crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 clash between Germany and Paraguay approaches, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.

FIFA WC 2026, Germany vs Paraguay R32: When and where to watch live streaming in India?

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha shared an emotional Instagram message thanking fans around the world for their support ahead of his side's FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash against defending champions Argentina.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha shares emotional message before Round of 32 clash vs Argentina

In the last group match of both Spain and Uruguay on Friday (Jun 26) in Guadalajara in Mexico, only one goal was scored with Spain winning 1-0. During the set up of the goal, Ugarte tried to make a tackle but fell awkwardly and twisted his knee.

FIFA 2026 | Uruguay's Manuel Ugarte reveals suffering from 'most serious injury a footballer can face'

Michel Nkuka Mboladinga, the statue fan as he's known, for offering a tribute to Patrice Émery Lumumba - Congo's first prime minister after the country gained independece from Belgium in 1960.

FIFA 2026 | Meet Michel Nkuka Mboladinga - DR Congo's fan who is 'a living statue'

South Korea exited the World Cup in group stage after losing to Mexico and South Africa in Group A, following which president called out ‘incompetent people’ in leadership position and Hong resigned hours after.

FIFA 2026 | South Korea coach Hong resigns hours after president calls out 'incompetent people' for early exit

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FIFA 2026 | 'Inhumane and unprofessional': Iran football calls out US security official being 'very happy' on World Cup exit

FIFA 2026 | Economist apologises for giving 'false hope' to Netherlands

FIFA 2026 | Mbappe brace puts France in last 16 against Paraguay

FIFA 2026: 'Sorry for...': Japan's Daizen apologises to fans after WC R32 defeat

Why Cody Gakpo burst into tears after scoring at FIFA World Cup against Morocco

WC, England vs DR Congo R32: When and where to watch live streaming in India?

WATCH | Mexico fans blast horns & drums outside Ecuador hotel. What's happening

FIFA WC 2026, France vs Sweden R32: where to watch live streaming in India?

US security chief celebrates Iran’s early World Cup exit with ‘happy dance’

FBI detects over 1,100 drones near FIFA World Cup venues, 300 neutralised

FIFA 2026: 'Plan well executed,' says Issa Diop after Morocco reach Round of 16

FIFA World Cup 2026: Carlo Ancelotti reveals why Neymar missed Japan clash

FIFA 2026: 'Try again next WC': Neymar mocks German economist after Brazil win

FIFA 2026 | Morocco beat Netherlands in penalty shootout to book R16 berth

FIFA 2026 | Why was Germany's extra-time goal vs Paraguay disallowed by VAR?

FIFA 2026, R32 | Paraguay shock four-time champions Germany in penalty shootout

FIFA World Cup 2026: Cape Verde captain Mendes faces rape allegation

FIFA WC 26, Netherlands vs Morocco R32: where to watch live streaming in India?

FIFA 2026: Vinicius Jr opens up on grandmother's influence, racism & WC journey

FIFA WC 2026, Germany vs Paraguay R32: where to watch live streaming in India?

FIFA 26: Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha shares emotional message before R32 clash

FIFA 2026 | Uruguay's Ugarte suffering from worst 'injury footballer can face'

FIFA 2026 | Meet Michel Nkuka Mboladinga - DR Congo fan who's 'a living statue'

FIFA 2026 | South Korea coach resigns hours after president's remarks