Athapaththu's stunning century helps Sri Lanka thrash Ireland

Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu hits an unbeaten 106, the highest score of the 2026 T20 World Cup, as she leads her team to a comfortable nine-wicket win against Ireland, a victory which keeps their slim hopes of reaching the semi-finals alive.

Europe remains the World Cup’s centre of gravity

Having claimed 11 of the tournament’s 15 podium spots since 2006, western European teams are again leading the charge

‘I’m back’: Ronaldo’s relief after double kickstarts Portugal campaign

41-year-old heavily criticised after DR Congo draw Adds: ‘It felt like I’d already retired from football’ Cristiano Ronaldo savoured the end of a “difficult, dark week” after scoring twice in Portugal’s 5-0 rout of Uzbekistan and becoming the first player to find the net in six World Cups. Ronaldo and Portugal had come under heavy criticism after a flat draw against Democratic Republic of the Congo. There had been a particular spotlight on the 41-year-old Ronaldo, who had not scored in 10 m...

By Nick Ames at Houston Stadium

Portugal's Ronaldo shakes off World Cup doubters, scores 2 after sluggish start

At 41, Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the oldest players in the World Cup. Against the Democratic Republic of Congo he was mostly invisible and questions mounted. Against Uzbekistan, he sparkled.

By Russell Lewis

Ronaldo late to World Cup party but still able to steal the show

Portugal coach Martinez says Ronaldo’s rivalry with the likes of Messi drives both players to stay at their best.

Scotland's Tartan Army continues World Cup march through America, turning Miami into Edinburgh South

Scotland's Tartan Army marches through Little Havana, fills loanDepot Park for a Marlins game and brings bagpipes to Miami hotel pools nearby.

Belgium player left the World Cup for the birth of his 1st child, and people had opinions

Belgium winger Jérémy Doku flew from the World Cup to be with his wife for the birth of their son on Sunday, sparking a debate about professional athletes and fatherhood.

Curacao's trailblazing doctor at the World Cup

Suzanne Huurman is the only female chief doctor at the 2026 World Cup. Her work is inspiring change in men's football.

World Cup 2026: Ronaldo becomes first player to score in six editions

Scoring a brace against Uzbekistan on Tuesday, Cristiano Ronaldo made history by becoming the first player to score in six different editions of the FIFA World Cup. The 41-year-old will hope to secure Portugal a knockout stage berth, with the squad facing Colombia for their final group stage match on Saturday.

By FRANCE24

Cristiano Ronaldo sends two-word message to critics after Portugal World Cup double

The Portugal captain provided a statement through the camera lens after his goals against Uzbekistan

By Kieran Jackson

A stranger offered to pay for the World Cup trip I promised my sons, but couldn't afford. I thought it was a scam.

The author was able to take his twin sons to a World Cup match in Seattle because of the kindness and generosity of a complete stranger. Courtesy of Ash Jurberg. I promised my sons a trip to the World Cup. Sixteen years later, I couldn't afford to make it happen. After I wrote about breaking that promise, a stranger offered to fly all three of us to the match. I was so sure it was a scam that I reported it to the FBI. For sixteen years, the same photo has been my Facebook cover. It's me and...

Cristiano Ronaldo silences critics with record-setting performance in World Cup win

After watching Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, and Lionel Messi take over the opening proceedings of this year’s World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo made sure to join the party, as he shone during Portugal’s 5-0 rout of Uzbekistan on Tuesday. Portugal are…

Ronaldo ends 60-year wait, breaks Portugal World Cup record

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal thrashed Uzbekistan 5-0 to strengthen their FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout hopes and rewrite national history. The 41-year-old became Portugal’s all-time leading World Cup goalscorer with 10 goals, surpassing Eusébio’s 60-year-old record, while also extending his own record as the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments.

By TOI SPORTS DESK

Ronaldo makes history, becomes first player to score in six different World Cups

Ronaldo late to World Cup party but still able to steal the show

Shakira & Burna Boy Kick Up Latest Official World Cup Hit on Hot 100 With ‘Dai Dai’

The Colombian star has two of the four anthems that have scored on the chart.

By Gary Trust

Brazil, Scotland meet again at World Cup

The Group C encounter in Miami will be the fifth meeting of the nations

By AFP

T-Pain Reacts After DoorDash Mistook Him for Soccer Player Tim Payne

T-Pain wins no matter what—just not on the field.  After delivery app DoorDash wished the “All I Do Is Win” hitmaker success in the 2026 World Cup instead of pro soccer player Tim Payne, the R&B...

By Sasha Wayman

Ronaldo makes World Cup history with goals in sixth tournament

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments on Tuesday, netting twice as Portugal cruised to a 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan. The 41-ye...

JUST IN: Ronaldo sets new World Cup record

“The Portugal captain struck in the sixth minute of the Group K encounter, silencing critics who questioned his performance in Portugal's opening 1-1 draw against DR Congo.” The post JUST IN: Ronaldo sets new World Cup record appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Tunde Eludini

Senegal in trouble but World Cup dream not dead, coach says

Senegal were expected to be strong contenders at the World Cup but lost their Group I matches...

Lionel Messi turns 39. Argentines plan nationwide birthday tribute

Fans across the country are preparing to sing “Happy Birthday” in unison to the Argentina captain, while Google celebrates his World Cup goalscoring record La entrada Lionel Messi turns 39. Argentines plan nationwide birthday tribute se publicó primero en Buenos Aires Herald.

By Fernando Romero Nuñez

Netherlands loses to Australia in third T20 World Cup defeat

The Netherlands fell to their third consecutive defeat at the women’s T20 World Cup, brushed aside by six-time champions Australia...

By Malhar Hathi

Ronaldo nets brace at sixth World Cup as Portugal thrash Uzbekistan 5-0

Cristiano Ronaldo makes history, scoring in his sixth World Cup campaign with a brace as Portugal thrash Uzbekistan 5-0. Read about Ronaldo’s record-breaki Read More: https://punchng.com/ronaldo-nets-brace-at-sixth-world-cup-as-portugal-thrash-uzbekistan-5-0/

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MND Local: Guadalajara cheers a big World Cup win for Mexico, plus flooding and e-bike news

South Korean fans may not have enjoyed the result of their World Cup matchup with Mexico in Guadalajara Stadium, which El Tri won 1-0, but the hospitality was first-class. The post MND Local: Guadalajara cheers a big World Cup win for Mexico, plus flooding and e-bike news appeared first on Mexico News Daily

By Dawn Stoner

World Cup: Ronaldo scores brace as Portugal thrash Uzbekistan 5-0

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first man to score in six World Cups as the 41-year-old netted twice in Portugal's 5-0 win over Uzbekistan in Houston on Tuesday. The post World Cup: Ronaldo scores brace as Portugal thrash Uzbekistan 5-0 appeared first on Vanguard News.

By efosataiwo@vanguardngr.com

Accra dons national colours as fans rally behind Black Stars ahead of England clash

Excitement ahead of Ghana's World Cup clash against England heightened in parts of Accra on Tuesday, June 23, with many supporters proudly displaying the national colours as they prepared to cheer on the Black Stars.

By Judy Yayra Avanu

What to know about World Cup tiebreakers and how teams can advance to the knockout phase - Ahram Online

What to know about World Cup tiebreakers and how teams can advance to the knockout phase  Ahram Online

Cristiano Ronaldo Makes World Cup History With Goal In Sixth Different Tournament - Dailyhunt

Cristiano Ronaldo Makes World Cup History With Goal In Sixth Different Tournament  Dailyhunt