WATCH: Netanyahu reveals his pick to win the FIFA World Cup

LIVE: Japan v Ireland, Nations Championship

Kick-off at McDonald Jones Stadium is at 11:10am Irish time.

Ranking all 18 of Lionel Messi’s record haul of World Cup goals

It’s taken him six World Cups, but Argentina’s Lionel Messi is officially the men’s World Cup all-time leading scorer. Here, we rank them all.

Nations Championship: Japan v Ireland recap

Ireland defeat Japan 36-20 in their second Nations Championship game.

Preview: Japan vs. Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups

Preview: Japan vs. Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups

Beware The Samurai Blue: 4 Takeaways From Japan-Sweden Draw At The World Cup

Not convinced yet that Japan is a legit contender at the tournament? Despite the draw vs. Sweden, this is a complete team.

Brazil vs Japan - World Cup last 32 LIVE: Kaishu Sano gives his side the lead as he runs Casemiro ragged before neatly finishing past Alisson to score a stunning opener

Brazil vs Japan - World Cup last 32 LIVE: Kaishu Sano gives his side the lead as he runs Casemiro ragged before neatly finishing past Alisson to score a stunning opener

How Asian Americans see themselves represented on the global stage during the World Cup

Japan’s World Cup team is not just supported by fans back home but also overseas. CNN’s Hanako Montgomery talks about how Asian Americans see themselves represented on the global stage during the World Cup. Watch 24/7 live news with CNN Headlines: https://bit.ly/4eIvlTr #News

Malaysia pilih Jepun medan uji kemampuan

KUALA LUMPUR: Skuad hoki remaja lelaki negara memilih Jepun sebagai gelanggang terbaik untuk mengukur kekuatan sebenar pasukan apabila bakal mengharungi lima aksi persahabatan sebagai persiapan memburu tiket ke Piala Dunia Remaja 2027 menerusi Piala Remaja Asia 2026 di Moqi, China, September ini. Ketua jurulatih negara, Nor Saiful Zaini Nasiruddin berkata, pertemuan dengan skuad senior Jepun ... Read more The post Malaysia pilih Jepun medan uji kemampuan appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

‘I’ll play for India’: Popular US streamer IShowSpeed makes bold offer to help nation qualify for 2030 FIFA World Cup

IShowSpeed joked that he would play for India’s national football team and help the country qualify for the 2030 World Cup. The YouTuber made the comments during a livestream while watching Spain vs Belgium. He said he could play as a winger, striker or attacking midfielder. While FIFA rules make the idea unrealistic, his support drew attention from football fans.

World Cup: New York City Mayor snubs Messi as he names best player

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani overlooked Lionel Messi and selected Kylian Mbappe as his best player for the 2026 Winners Stay on Challenge with CBSSportsGolazo on Instagram. At the beginning of the challenge, Mamdani favored Riyad Mahrez over Son Heung-min. He also chose the Algerian player instead of David Alaba, but later replaced him [] World Cup: New York City Mayor snubs Messi as he names best player

Japan hope to slay Brazil without star player in World Cup knockouts

(Photo credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images)In a friendly in Tokyo last October, Brazil surrendered a two-goal halftime lead and watched Japan pull ahead for an eventual 3-2 victory.Rayan, a 19-year-old forward, was not part of Brazil's team that day, so perhaps he can be forgiven for admitting he doesn't know much about the Japanese squad.'I don't know who their best player is,' Rayan said when

Messi breaks World Cup scoring record

Lionel Messi became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history, netting twice during Argentina's 2-0 Group J win over Austria. The double also ‌extended Messi's scoring streak to six consecutive World Cup matches. Photographer Kai Pfaffenbach was there to witness and photograph the moment. #Messi #Argentina #WorldCup #Soccer #Football

Why Japan Fans Clean Up the Stadium After Soccer Games

Japan are winning fans both on the field and in the stands at the 2026 World Cup...

Messi breaks World Cup's all-time top scorer record

With a brace against Austria, Lionel Messi breaks Miroslav Klose's record to reach 18 World Cup goals, cementing his place as the greatest scorer in the tournament's history. Klose had held the record for goals with 16 since the 2014 World Cup. Subscribe: http://trt.world/subscribe Livestream: http://trt.world/ytlive Facebook: http://trt.world/facebook X (Twitter): http://trt.world/twitter Instagram: http://trt.world/instagram TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@trtworld WhatsApp: trtworld.com/whatsapp Telegram: https://t.me/trtworld Visit our website: http://trt.world

Key moments and rate the players as Japan sink Tunisia

Key moments and rate the players as Japan sink Tunisia

🇯🇵 Japan knock Tunisia out of the World Cup

Japan is enjoying a great moment at Estadio Monterrey, with an almost perfect match that already has them three goals up against Tunisia in front of a packed crowd. Junya Ito became the scorer of Ja...

LIVE – Brazil v Japan: Commentary, updates, goals and stats as Ancelotti’s side face Asian giants

Brazil take on Japan at the World Cup this afternoon. Follow all the action with our live commentary...

Lionel Messi makes history, becomes all-time leading World Cup goalscorer

He's done it: Lionel Messi is officially the top goalscorer in World Cup history.

World Cup 2026: Egypt fury after Argentina win thriller, Croatia head coach Dalic quits – live

All the latest as we look ahead to the quarter-finals Player guide | Bracketology| Golden Boot | Email usPerhaps Lionel Messi could do with a look at this video – our own Nikhita Chulani sifts the data in search of the perfect penalty.Just in, from AP. Continue reading...

Messi sets World Cup scoring record with 17th goal

ARLINGTON, United States (AFP) — Lionel Messi became the leading scorer in World Cup history when the Argentina captain netted against Austria on Monday to take his total to 17 goals.Messi had equalled Miroslav Klose's all-time mark of 16 World Cup goals when hitting a hat-trick in a 3-0 win over Algeria to open his country's title defence in North America last week.

Watch: Argentina's Lionel Messi becomes top goal scorer in World Cup history

Watch: Argentina's Lionel Messi becomes top goal scorer in World Cup history

India's Modi welcomes Japan PM Sanae Takaichi to New Delhi

Japan's leader was in India to meet with the country's prime minister. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was greeted in New Delhi by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (AP video/Rishi Lekhi) #modi #india #japan #sanaetakaichi #news Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

Messi rules the World Cup – but are Argentina too reliant on him?

Five goals in two games have confirmed the Argentine captain as the tournament's all-time leading scorer. But with Lautaro Martínez and Julián Álvarez yet to find the net, questions are growing about what happens if and when Messi's legs give out. Leer más

To boost manufacturing, India need not choose between Japan and China

Last week, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi led a business delegation to New Delhi for the 16th India-Japan annual summit. During last year’s summit in Tokyo, Takaichi’s predecessor, Shigeru Ishiba, and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlined the Japan-India Joint Vision for the next decade – during which period India may see up to 10 trillion yen (US62 billion) in investment from Japan. Some of Japan’s most notable investments in India have been in the financial sector. Japanese...

Lionel Messi Surpasses Miroslav Klose as Historic World Cup Winner and Scorer

The Argentinean captain Lionel Messi became this Monday the all-time top scorer and player with the most victories in World Cup history after scoring a decisive brace against Austria in Dallas. On June 22, the current World Champion Argentina secured qualification for the World Cup 2026 round of 32 after defeating Austria 2-0 in Dallas, []

Keeper Zion Suzuki shines as Japan survive Sweden to set up World Cup round of 32 clash with Brazil

A hard-fought draw with Sweden sends Japan to the round of 32, where rising star goalkeeper Zion Suzuki faces his biggest test yet against powerhouse Brazil

World : Messi Sets World Cup Scoring Record With 18th Tournament Goal

ISTANBUL, June 23 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- Lionel Messi became the outright leading scorer in World Cup history with his 18th tournament goal after scoring twice in reigning champions Argentina's 2-0 victory over Austria on Monday, Anadolu Ajansi reported.

Has the strange 'Japan' factor guessed WC winner?

Has the strange 'Japan' factor guessed WC winner?

Lionel Messi Misses Penalty Before Becoming FIFA Cup's Highest Goal-Scorer

Messi's goal against Austria was his 17th in the FIFA World Cup - most by any man in history.

Japan vs. Sweden Match Prediction, Betting Tips, And World Cup Odds (6/25/26)

In a pivotal Group F clash at the 2026 tournament, Japan looks to capitalize on their strong start against a defensively vulnerable Swedish side. Japan’s fluid attack and recent form make them the favourite to win this 2026 World Cup clash, as they dismantled Tunisia and showed resilience against the Netherlands. Sweden’s firepower can’t be [...] Read More... The post Japan vs. Sweden Match Prediction, Betting Tips, And World Cup Odds (6/25/26) appeared first on canadasportsbetting.ca.

Ambitious Japan search for answers after exit

Houston, July,1: Japan will never win the World Cup unless football becomes the country's number one sport, midfielder D...

Japan’s World Cup picture comes into focus after rout of Tunisia

Japan can book its place in the knockout round with a win over Sweden.

Watch: At PM Modi's request, Japanese PM plays santoor at Delhi cultural event

Watch: At PM Modi's request, Japanese PM plays santoor at Delhi cultural event