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Spain look for maiden World Cup knockout win since 2010; Portugal to face litmus test in path to glory

Luis De La Fuente's Spanish team is all set to battle it out for their first World Cup knockout win since 2010 as they gear up to face Austria in the round of 32 at the Los Angeles Stadium on Friday (as per IST). Spain have endured heartbreaks ever since lifting the title in 2010 when they beat the Netherlands 1-0 in Johannesburg. Meanwhile, Portugal will begin a challenging path in their hunt for the ultimate prize in the sport, starting with their round of 32 clash against 2018 finalists Croatia.

स्विट्जरल्यान्डलाई हराउँदै अर्जेन्टिना विश्वकपको सेमिफाइलनमा

काठमाडौँ। स्विटजरल्यान्डलाई ३–१ गोलले पराजित गर्दै साविक विजेता अर्जेन्टिना फिफा विश्वकपको सेमिफाइनलमा प्रवेश गरेको छ। अमेरिकाको कान्सास सिटी स्टेडियममा आज भएको खेलमा स्विट्जरल्यान्डलाई पराजित गर्दै अर्जेन्टिना विश्वकपको सेमिफाइनलमा प्रवेश गरेको हो। अर्जेन्टिनाका एलेक्सिस म्याक एलिस्टर, जुलियन अल्भारेल र लाउटारो मार्टिनेजले आफ्नो टोलीलाई एकएक गोलको योगदानबाट सेमिफाइनमा पुर्याएका हुन्। खेलको १०औँ मिनेटमा एलिस्टरले हेड गोल गर्दै []

FIFA World Cup 2026: "No team has maintained form" Argentina coach Scaloni reflects on unpredictable WC

Atlanta [US], July 7 (ANI): Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni said the FIFA World Cup 2026 has been a challenging tournament for all teams, with no side able to establish complete dominance, ahead of the defending champions' Round of 16 clash against Egypt, according to ESPN.Speaking at a press conference, Scaloni highlighted the competitive nature of the tournament, pointing out that even some of the stronges

2026 World Cup Quarterfinals Preview: The Key Storyline For Every Team

Here's the key storyline for every team in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Kebal 33 aksi, Sepanyol sedia pasung Uruguay

CHATTANOOGA: Sepanyol enggan memandang mudah cabaran Uruguay biarpun hadir dengan rekod 33 perlawanan tanpa kalah menjelang aksi terakhir Kumpulan H Piala Dunia 2026 yang bakal menentukan kedudukan juara kumpulan, pagi esok. Pertahanan berpengalaman, Aymeric Laporte berkata, skuad juara Eropah itu sudah berdepan pelbagai corak permainan sepanjang rekod cemerlang tersebut dan percaya kekuatan sebenar tetap bergantung ... Read more The post Kebal 33 aksi, Sepanyol sedia pasung Uruguay appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

The Lionel Messi show! Argentina beat Austria - the key moments and rate the players!

The Lionel Messi show! Argentina beat Austria - the key moments and rate the players!

Heads in the game

The Argentina v. France final of the 2022 Men’s World Cup in Qatar was shaping up to be one of the most epic games in soccer history. With just 12 minutes remaining in the extra time added to the game to break a tie, the referee had a critical decision to make—and fast. Lionel Messi,

🙄Only Argentina escape: CONMEBOL's worst World Cup since 2002

The twenty-third edition of the World Cup has turned into a true nightmare for CONMEBOL. Following Colombia’s recent elimination, the continent has suffered an unprecedented competitive purge, losin...

United States vs Bosnia-Herzegovina Dream11 Prediction: Fantasy Football Tips, Playing XI, Captain Picks for FIFA World Cup 2026 Last 32 Match

Craft your winning Dream11 team for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Last 32 clash between USA and Bosnia-Herzegovina. Explore our expert fantasy football tips, predicted lineups featuring Pulisic and Balogun, and top captain/vice-captain picks. Get ready for the July 2nd knockout match with key insights and budget differentials to dominate your league.

Half the World Is Heartbroken: The World Cup’s Cruelest Week Has Arrived.

Neymar and Ronaldo are gone. Mexico and now the United States are out. The football has been excellent, but the Round of 16 has delivered a brutal reminder: the beautiful game is also painfully cruel.

The 2026 World Cup has produced a dream semifinal field in Argentina, England, France and Spain

The four semifinalists are the four teams atop FIFA's world rankings.

España bailó a Austria y Portugal sufrió para eliminar a Croacia

En Lo Mejor del Día de la Copa del Mundo, tuvimos una gran ronda de dieciseisavos, donde España se impuso 3-0 a Austria y Portugal hizo lo propio 2-1 a Croacia, confirmando que ambas selecciones se verán las caras en la próxima ronda.

England are in The World Cup New Order: Germany and Brazil left behind

This is the first time a World Cup quarter‑final has featured none of Germany, the Netherlands, Italy or Brazil. It’s a new club.

Spain Eliminates Uruguay to Dominate World Cup Group H

Spain defeated this Friday Uruguay 1-0 at the Akron Stadium in Guadalajara, Mexico, securing the top spot of Group H and eliminating the South American squad from the World Cup 2026. The intense match, played on June 26, 2026, marked the conclusion of the group stage for both national teams. Spanish midfielder Álex Baena scored []

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What to watch Thursday night: Portugal vs. Croatia at 2026 World Cup, MLB + more best bets

Coupe du Monde 2026 : l’Espagne élimine l’Uruguay et finit en tête du groupe H

Au terme d’un match électrique et disputé à l’Estadio Akron de Guadalajara, l’Espagne s’est imposée sur la plus petite des marges (1-0) face à l’Uruguay, ce vendredi 26 juin 2026. Ce succès permet à la Roja de s’offrir la première place du groupe H et de valider son billet pour les seizièmes de finale, tandis [] The post Coupe du Monde 2026 : l’Espagne élimine l’Uruguay et finit en tête du groupe H first appeared on Guineematin.com.

Switzerland vs. Colombia Match Prediction, Betting Tips, And World Cup Odds (7/7/26)

Our Switzerland vs. Colombia prediction previews one of the most evenly matched Round of 16 fixtures at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Switzerland enters on the back of a 10-match unbeaten run, while Colombia has built its campaign around one of the tournament’s stingiest defences, conceding just once through four matches. With a place in [...] Read More... The post Switzerland vs. Colombia Match Prediction, Betting Tips, And World Cup Odds (7/7/26) appeared first on canadasportsbetting.ca.

Talking the other football

I’m a somewhat casual soccer fan, but I do love the World Cup, which is an amazing event despite the fact that FIFA makes the IOC and the NCAA look like a meeting of teetotaling Episcopalian good government advocates in a church basement in Scarsdale in 1957. In particular I love the agony and the [] The post Talking the other football appeared first on Lawyers, Guns Money.

Betting On Dark Horses At The World Cup

Every sport has its favorites. The big teams, with the best squads with the longest history and the biggest crowds. The world Cup is no different, or might even be... The post Betting On Dark Horses At The World Cup first appeared on DailyGenius.com.

‘Not much faith’: the view from Brazil as they prepare to face Scotland

Debate is raging back home about whether Neymar, Casemiro, Endrick – and others – should be in the World Cup team against the Tartan ArmyThe big stars have turned up for the 2026 World Cup. Lamine Yamal returned to the Spain team to help them thump Saudi Arabia. Lionel Messi is the tournament’s top scorer, giving Argentina hope of pinning “la cuarta estrella” to their shirts. And Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, Harry Kane and Cristiano Ronaldo are all vying for the Golden Boot as their teams look towards to the next stage.However, the five-time champions Brazil are failing to convince. They finished fifth in the Conmebol qualifying table with 28 points from 18 games, their worst ever qualifying campaign. Being competitive in a 2-1 defeat to France in March, before wins against Croatia, Panama and Egypt in friendlies, perhaps gave false hope. Continue reading...

Autographed Lionel Messi Jerseys Drop Online as Argentine Star Leads Team Into World Cup Knockout Round

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is into the knockout rounds and all eyes will be on Lionel Messi, as the soccer legend leads Argentina onwards in their campaign to claim a second consecutive World Cup title. Argentina finished atop Group J with a perfect 3-0 record and now head into the Round of 16 for []

The 3 things every World Cup fan should remember: Breathe, Hydrate, and Choose Healthy Snacks

The FIFA World Cup is more than a football tournament. It is a global emotional event. Across countries, cultures, homes, workplaces, restaurants, viewing centres, fan parks, and stadiums, millions of people gather to watch, cheer, argue, celebrate, and sometimes suffer through every pass, tackle, missed chance, and penalty shootout.

How to watch France vs Morocco live: Stream, TV channel, team news, prediction

A monster quarterfinal awaits in Boston as favorites France take on a hugely impressive Morocco side.

World Cup Round of 32 madness continues on Tuesday: What to watch for 

The first-ever FIFA World Cup Round of 32 has given us plenty to enjoy, and we’re only four games in! KTLA's Carlos Herrera previews what's going down on Tuesday. (June 30, 2026) Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1

What defines World Cup success for Canada? We’re about to find out in Los Angeles

As the only game on the tournament schedule Sunday, the world will be watching

World Cup 2026 quarterfinals: Full schedule and Egypt FIFA dispute

World Cup quarterfinals are set, with eight teams advancing as Egypt’s FIFA controversy and VAR decisions prompt debate.