FIFA World Cup 2026

France captain Kylian Mbappe is expected to be fit for Les Bleus' FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal against Spain despite picking up a minor ankle injury during the quarterfinal victory over Morocco, according to Reuters.

Norway and Manchester City striker Erling Haaland shared a light-hearted post on social media after returning home following Norway's historic FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, which ended in the quarterfinals.

Spain winger Alex Baena said his side will look to dominate possession and force France onto the back foot when the two teams meet in the FIFA World Cup semifinal on Tuesday (local time), according to Reuters.

England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford on Monday (local time) backed his teammates to keep their cool ahead of their FIFA World Cup semi-final clash against the defending champion Argentina, despite the historical rivalry between the two sides, according to ESPN.

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente believes his side and France have both improved since their last meeting and described Tuesday's FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal as a contest worthy of being the final.

Senegal sacked coach Pape Bouna Thiaw on Saturday, citing the team's disappointing FIFA World Cup campaign as the reason for the change.

Argentina captain Lionel Messi celebrated his side's hard-fought FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final victory over Switzerland, praising the team's resilience after the defending champions booked their place in the semi-finals.

Former Norway international Alf-Inge 'Alfie' Haaland and father of star striker Erling Haaland expressed his disappointment after Norway's FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign ended with a 2-1 extra-time defeat to England in the quarter-finals, claiming the Scandinavian side had been 'robbed' in the contest.

Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni credited his side's resilience and collective belief after the defending champions defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra time to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals, saying the ability to endure difficult moments has become part of the team's identity, reported Reuters.

Norway head coach Stale Solbakken questioned the build-up to England's equaliser in their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final defeat, saying he was convinced the ball had struck an overhead camera cable moments before Jude Bellingham scored.

England manager Thomas Tuchel praised his players' fighting spirit after they battled past Norway 2-1 in extra time to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals, but insisted the Three Lions must improve their performances if they are to lift the trophy.

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Jude Bellingham scores twice — an equaliser in the first half and the go-ahead goal in the third minute of extra time — to lift England past Norway 2-1

England captain Harry Kane said the Three Lions still have room for improvement despite reaching the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway.

FIFA issued a clarification regarding England's stoppage-time (45+2) equaliser against Norway in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal, stating that Connected Ball Technology found no evidence the ball had struck the overhead wire before the goal.

FIFA had nearly 1,200 category two tickets on sale for World Cup final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey

England head coach Thomas Tuchel has revealed that FIFA is yet to explain why defender Jarell Quansah's suspension was increased from the standard one match to two following his red card against Mexico.

Norway are looking to rewrite history with a victory in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final clash against England at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on Saturday (local time) as the two giant nations fight for the coveted seat in the semi-final.

Argentina defender Lisandro Martinez dismissed concerns over refereeing at the FIFA World Cup 2026, praising match officials and insisting that his team's focus remains solely on its performances on the pitch, according to Reuters.

England captain Harry Kane shared traning snippets on social media ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals, sharing images from the team's training session as preparations continue for the knockout stage.

Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois backed his replacement Senne Lammens after being forced off with an injury during the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal defeat against Spain, saying the young goalkeeper will only improve from the experience, according to Reuters.

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente said his side is ready for the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal challenge against tournament's favourite France, insisting every match brings a new test and highlighting the strength of his squad.

Belgium head coach Rudi Garcia said his team had nothing to be ashamed of despite their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal defeat against Spain, insisting the players could be proud of their campaign, according to The Athletic.

Spain forward Lamine Yamal has sent a strong message ahead of La Roja's FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal clash against France, saying his team has no fear of facing one of the tournament favourites.

Uruguay and Inter Miami STAR Luis Suarez shared a special moment with England captain Harry Kane, exchanging jerseys and posing for a picture during their meeting ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage.