Argentina are through to another World Cup semifinal. That much is certain. Yet almost everything about how they got there should worry Lionel Scaloni. Switzerland’s Dan Ndoye scores their first goal past Argentina’s Emiliano Martinez (REUTERS) Three knockout games. Three occasions on which Argentina were pushed to the brink. Two went into extra time. In…
Erling Haaland has described Norway’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign as the “coolest six weeks” of his life despite their heartbreaking quarter-final exit against England. Erling Haaland carried Norway to the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2026. (Getty Images via AFP) Norway’s first World Cup appearance since 1998 ended with a 2-1 extra-time defeat…
Norway’s Erling Haaland (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky) Erling Haaland’s dream FIFA World Cup debut came to an end on Saturday as Norway bowed out in the quarterfinals, but the prolific striker believes the tournament has transformed football’s standing in his country. Norway’s remarkable campaign concluded with a 2-1 extra-time defeat to England, ending a run that…
Lionel Messi failed to score for the first time in 10 FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, but the Argentina captain still played a key role in his team’s 3-1 extra-time win over Switzerland in the quarterfinals on Saturday.Messi’s nine-match scoring streak came to an end, but he provided the assist for Argentina’s opening goal as…
Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams‘ unexpected death at 25 has left South African football in a state of mourning as fans seek to understand the circumstances surrounding his death. While authorities have yet to disclose the cause, there are reports suggesting a potential suicide. An inquest has been initiated by the police, and the investigation…
Conor McGregor’s return to the octagon was met with considerable curiosity. Nevertheless, once the co-main event at UFC 329 began, his bout with Max Holloway quickly deteriorated. After McGregor’s first kick, which failed to connect, he appeared to land awkwardly on his right leg, sustaining what seemed to be a knee injury. Conor McGregor, left,…
Finn Allen and Hassan Khan (X-Cricbuzz) San Francisco Unicorns sealed top spot in the Major League Cricket standings and booked their place in the semifinals with a thrilling chase of 191 against Seattle Orcas, thanks to a sensational late assault from Hassan Khan. With 47 runs needed from the final four overs, the contest was…
For a brief while, Switzerland, playing in their first World Cup quarterfinal since 1954, threatened to pull off what Cape Verde and Egypt could not. An all-out attacking display in the second half, capped by Dan Ndoye’s equaliser, pushed Argentina to the brink once again in this World Cup. Switzerland’s players argue referee Joao Pinheiro,…
The FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final line-up is complete after England and Argentina survived demanding quarter-final examinations to join France and Spain in the tournament’s final four. Kylian Mbappe, Lamine Yamal, Lionel Messi, and Harry Kane. (AFP) England secured their place with a dramatic 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway, recovering from a goal down through…
Ben Dwarshuis produced a stunning late cameo to guide Washington Freedom to a dramatic three-wicket victory over Texas Super Kings in Major League Cricket, a result that kept his side firmly in the playoff race while eliminating the Super Kings from contention. Chasing 166, Washington Freedom appeared to be in control before suffering a dramatic…
