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Argentina staged a dramatic late comeback from two goals down to defeat Egypt 3-2 in the World Cup round of 16 on Tuesday, with captain Lionel Messi overcoming an early penalty miss to provide an assist and score the equalizer. Image of Lionel Messi dribbling the ball The defending champions looked set for a shock exit after Egypt built a 2-0 lead, but three goals in the final 11 minutes secured Argentina a place in the quarterfinals. Egypt made an energetic start and took th

Morocco defeated the Netherlands in a penalty shoot-out to advance to the last 16 of the World Cup on Monday after a thrilling battle in Monterrey finished 1-1 after extra-time. Morocco players celebrate after winning on penalties in their World Cup Round of 32 match against the Netherlands, at the BBVA Stadium in Guadalupe, Mexico on June 29, 2026 Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou made the crucial save to block the Netherlands' fifth penalty from Crysencio Summerville before

Following two underwhelming performances, Son Heung-min has an opportunity for redemption as he leads South Korea into their crucial final World Cup 2026 Group A fixture against South Africa. Son Heung-min and his teammates are considered the favorites against South Africa While Mexico secured early qualification for the round of 32 with back-to-back victories, the remaining spot alongside third place in the group remains a fierce battle among South Korea, the Czech Republic,

Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 in the opening match of the World Cup at the Estadio Azteca on Thursday, kicking off the biggest ever edition of the global footballing showpiece. Mexico's victory launched a sprawling tournament of 48 teams that will last nearly six weeks. Mexico's Julian Quinones, left, celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026 The extravaganza hoste

U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans Wednesday to attend the World Cup, as the global football tournament prepares to kick off. "I will, I will," Trump said when an AFP reporter asked him in the Oval Office if he planned to be at any World Cup matches. He did not give any details, but FIFA boss Gianni Infantino has said he expects Trump to present the trophy to the winning team at the final on July 19. Last year Trump did the honors - and was booed - at the FIFA Club W