
Ronaldo Shuts Down Messi Talk, Scores Twice in Portugal's 5-0 Win
Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice and becomes first to net at six World Cups, then deflects questions about Lionel Messi.
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Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice and becomes first to net at six World Cups, then deflects questions about Lionel Messi.

Mexico's squad wants goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa to start the group finale against Czechia, with advancement already secured.

A Jordan supporter died in a crowd crush, while criticism of Ronaldo was labelled unfair and England face Ghana.

Portugal's João Cancelo defends both stars from World Cup criticism.

Scotland need only a draw against Brazil to reach World Cup knockout stage, but playing not to lose carries risks.

The holders face Austria in Texas with a potential top-of-group spot at stake.

South Africa had two players sent off, Mexico one, in a fiery start to the 2026 World Cup.

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey can feature against England after receiving US visa, despite ongoing legal proceedings and being denied entry to Canada.

Belfast native Mick McDermott recounts his globetrotting coaching career as he joins Ghana for the 2022 World Cup.

With a last-16 place secured, the USMNT must decide whether to rest players or maintain momentum in their final Group D match.

The 2026 World Cup will feature the Trionda, a high-tech ball with embedded chips and sensors, already earning positive early feedback.

England's World Cup training base faces risk of tornado and severe storms on Saturday.

Paraguay's 1-0 win over Turkey, despite playing a man down, sees USA finish top of Group D.

Potter's seven years in Sweden made him fluent in the language and led to national team success.

Canada boss Jesse Marsch was visibly emotional after midfielder Ismael Kone suffered a broken leg in a 6-0 World Cup victory over Qatar.

Gary Lineker says Harry Kane is 'the greatest English striker we've ever had' after Kane's double against Croatia.

Canada captain Alphonso Davies is available for Thursday's World Cup match against Qatar after recovering from a hamstring injury.

In Los Angeles, the largest Iranian diaspora community gathered for watch parties during Iran's World Cup opener.

Iran coach says team forced to leave Los Angeles right after match due to political tensions

Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw calls on the diaspora in New York to support the team in their World Cup opener against France on Tuesday.

Pico Lopes, a former Ireland youth international, is set to face Spain after a remarkable journey to the World Cup.

Manchester United's Amad Diallo scored in the 90th minute to give Ivory Coast a 1-0 win over Ecuador in their World Cup opener.

Mauricio Pochettino says the USMNT's World Cup base meets all requirements after an extensive search and late change.

Mexico started their World Cup 2026 campaign with a victory, with Raúl Jiménez finding the net in front of sparse crowds.