How Many Games Left in the 2026 World Cup? Knockout Stages Begin
With 32 teams left and 32 matches to go, the 2026 World Cup knockout rounds have begun. Here’s the full schedule and what’s at stake.
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World Cup shine puts Mateta on Manchester United and Barcelona radar
Jean-Philippe Mateta, fresh from his France World Cup squad inclusion, is now a transfer target for Manchester United and Barcelona this summer.
Messi Breaks World Cup All-Time Scoring Record as Kane Makes History
Lionel Messi becomes top scorer in World Cup history with 19 goals. Harry Kane passes Gary Lineker as England's leader with 11 at the 2026 tournament.
Svitolina vs Snigur: Ukrainian Derby Headlines Wimbledon Second Day
Elina Svitolina faces Daria Snigur in an all-Ukrainian first-round clash at Wimbledon 2026 on June 30, with the top seed favored to advance.
Ange-Yoan Bonny’s Goal Drought Tests Ivory Coast Ahead of Historic World Cup Knockout
Inter Milan striker Ange-Yoan Bonny faces Norway in the World Cup Round of 16 without a goal. Can Ivory Coast advance despite his drought?
Tottenham Beat Man United to £85m Mateus Fernandes Signing in Record Deal
Tottenham agree £85m deal for West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes, beating Manchester United to a club-record signing as Roberto De Zerbi reshapes Spurs’ squad
Alexandra Eala Dominates Wimbledon Opener, Faces Potential Serena Clash
Alexandra Eala wins her Wimbledon first-round match 6-1, 6-2 over Renata Zarazua. The 21-year-old Filipina star is now 29th seed and could face Serena Williams
Arsenal Accepts €20m Besiktas Bid for Trossard; Decision Delayed Until After World Cup
Arsenal accepts €20m offer from Besiktas for Leandro Trossard. The Belgium star will decide his future after the World Cup. Turkish club waits.
Yan Diomande prefers PSG move as Leipzig insists star is not for sale
Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande has chosen Paris Saint-Germain as his next destination, but RB Leipzig's director insists the 19-year-old will stay.
Hearts Close In on Cormac Daly After Nottingham Forest Exit
Hearts are set to sign Cormac Daly on a free transfer after the 19-year-old attacking midfielder left Nottingham Forest. The development signing bol
World Cup Round of 32 Shocks: Morocco, Paraguay Advance Ahead of Tuesday Showdowns
Morocco and Paraguay upset Netherlands and Germany on penalties. Tuesday delivers Ivory Coast vs. Norway, France vs. Sweden, Mexico vs. Ecuador.
Germany World Cup: Lahm, Matthäus urge Kimmich midfield move
Philipp Lahm and Lothar Matthäus call for Joshua Kimmich to start in midfield against Paraguay in the World Cup round of 32, citing tactical needs.