Bubista's Cabo Verde ready for Argentina

Houston: Cabo Verde's head coach said their FIFA World Cup 2026 exploits had "shown our country to the world" after setting up a last-32 meeting with Lionel Messi's reigning champions Argentina.

Knockout Stage cast finalised

Los Angeles: Australia and Japan will carry Asia's hopes in the knockout stage as the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage concluded on Saturday.

Japan's progress paying off, says Troussier

Tokyo: Japan believe they can shock Brazil in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 meeting, and former coach Philippe Troussier thinks it would be a fitting reward for their progress as a football nation.

Arnold: Strong domestic league crucial for Iraq's growth

Toronto: Iraq's FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign may have ended on a low-key note but head coach Graham Arnold believes the future is bright if immediate steps are taken by the West Asian nation.

Lack of creativity cost Saudi Arabia, admits Donis

Houston: Georgios Donis admitted Saudi Arabia had only themselves to blame after being eliminated from the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Friday.

Cote d'Ivoire see no limits after creating history

Philadelphia: Cote d'Ivoire forward Nicolas Pepe believes the Elephants can keep on going at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after beating Curacao 2-0 on Thursday to reach the knockout rounds for the first time in their history.