New Zealand and Egypt, both held to draws in their openers, meet in 2026 World Cup Group G. Both seek a first-ever World Cup win; Egypt are favourites.
In 2026 World Cup Group H, Cabo Verde, who held Spain, now face two-time winners Uruguay. Bielsa's side are the favourites for victory.
Belgium and Iran, both held to draws in their openers, meet in 2026 World Cup Group G. The last of the golden generation are favourites for the win.
In 2026 World Cup Group H, Spain, held by Cabo Verde, face Saudi Arabia. The favourites La Roja look to make amends for a shock draw.
Liverpool have set their sights on Yan Diomande, the young star who has shone at the World Cup, to strengthen their attack. According to transfer authority Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool made an official bid worth €90 million guaranteed plus €10 million in add-ons — €100 million in total — for RB Leipzig's Ivory Coast winger. RB Leipzig, however, rejected the bid.
The future of German striker Nick Woltemade, who joined Newcastle United last summer in a club-record deal worth around £70 million, has become uncertain. According to TeamTalk, the 24-year-old forward is actively exploring a return to mainland Europe this summer after growing increasingly frustrated with life on Tyneside; Newcastle, while not actively forcing him out, are open to discussing an exit under the right conditions.
Under new manager Roberto De Zerbi, Tottenham are chasing a marquee midfield signing to strengthen their squad. According to Sky Sport Italia reporter Gianluca Di Marzio, Tottenham have made a £75 million offer to Newcastle United for Italian midfielder Sandro Tonali. Newcastle, however, are demanding £85 million to let the 26-year-old go.
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage continues, a ranking of the teams from 48 to 1 by their chances of winning the title has been published. In this list compiled by NBC Sports, Türkiye — eliminated in the group stage — were placed 47th, accompanied by a rather striking comment.
Back at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 28-year absence, Norway have made headlines as much for their unusual off-pitch preparation as for their performances. The Scandinavian side, featuring stars like Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard, brought their own food to the US for the tournament: 300 kilograms of fish, 116 kilograms of traditional brown cheese (brunost) and roughly 6,000 oranges.
In 2026 FIFA World Cup Group F, Japan all but secured passage to the next round with a comprehensive 4-0 win over Tunisia. In Houston, the Samurai Blue turned their attacking superiority into goals and left with a comfortable victory, taking their most crucial step of the group stage.
In 2026 FIFA World Cup Group E, Ecuador and Curaçao played out a goalless draw at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. In a game that was crucial for two sides beaten in their openers, neither goal was breached and both teams left with a point.
Brazilian legend Ronaldinho has made a surprise return to the football world. The 2002 World Cup winner and 2005 Ballon d'Or holder, now 46, has agreed a deal with Italian Serie C club Ravenna. His official unveiling will take place at a special event in Miami on June 23.
