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Morocco 3-0 Canada: Atlas Lions reach the quarters

Morocco cruise past co-hosts Canada in Houston behind an Ounahi double, making history as the first African side to reach the World Cup quarters twice.

6 min read

5 Jul 2026

Preview

Spain-Portugal: Yamal vs Ronaldo in the last 16

Spain and Portugal meet again in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 on July 6 in Dallas. Yamal vs Ronaldo, control vs chaos: preview and keys to the Iberian derby.

6 min read

5 Jul 2026

History

Messi Makes History as the World Cup's All-Time Top Scorer

With a brace against Austria, Messi hits 18 goals and breaks Klose's record. Inside the milestone of the 2026 World Cup.

7 min read

23 Jun 2026

Analysis

Spain thrash Saudi Arabia 4-0 and roar into life at the World Cup

A champion's response. After the 0-0 with Cape Verde, Spain hammer Saudi Arabia 4-0 with Lamine Yamal and an Oyarzabal brace, seizing control of Group H.

6 min read

21 Jun 2026

Preview

Spain vs Saudi Arabia: the game that makes or breaks their World Cup

After a shock 0-0 with Cape Verde, the European champions put their 2026 World Cup on the line against Saudi Arabia. A Group H where all four teams are level on a point and there is zero room for error.

6 min read

21 Jun 2026

Strategy

5 lessons from the World Cup's opening days to nail your sweepstake

Favourites draw, debutants hold firm and goals pour in. We turn what has happened at the 2026 World Cup into a practical strategy for your sweepstake.

7 min read

15 Jun 2026

Analysis

World Cup 2026: The Surprises That Have Already Blown Every Prediction

Cape Verde hold Spain, Australia topple Turkey, and the favourites stumble. The opening days of the 2026 World Cup have left predictions in tatters.

6 min read

15 Jun 2026

Analysis

Spain stumble: the 0-0 draw against Cape Verde nobody saw coming

74% possession and no goals. The European champions begin the 2026 World Cup with a scare in Group H. We break down what happened and what it means for your predictions.

6 min read

15 Jun 2026

Analysis

Germany 7–1, Sweden 5–1: World Cup 2026 Is a Goal Fest

Seven goals from Germany, five from Sweden, and a thumping from the USA. World Cup 2026 has kicked off with outrageous scorelines. Here are the numbers and what they mean for your pool.

6 min read

15 Jun 2026

History

Messi vs Ronaldo: Two Legends' Last Dance at the 2026 World Cup

Both arrive at their sixth World Cup — an unprecedented feat. When they play their openers, how they could meet for the first time, and why this tournament could be their farewell.

7 min read

15 Jun 2026

Analysis

Mexico 2-0 South Africa: the 2026 World Cup opener breaks a historic curse (and sets a grim record)

Quiñones and Jiménez give Mexico their first opening-match win in 8 attempts. Three red cards, a packed Azteca and a surprise in goal: everything that happened and what it means for your sweepstake.

6 min read

11 Jun 2026

History

Messi at the 2026 World Cup: The last dance of the greatest player in history (and he could win another one)

Lionel Messi is 38 years old and the sole survivor from the Qatar 2022 squad. It took him months to confirm he would play in the USA World Cup. Now that he has, the question is: can he do it again? The numbers say yes. His age says maybe not.

6 min read

11 Jun 2026

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