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German Fans Celebrate Narrow Victory as Ivory Coast Keeps World Cup Hopes Alive

German supporters erupted in celebration on Saturday as the national team secured a narrow victory over Ivory Coast in a tightly contested FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage encounter. The result extended Germany’s strong record in the tournament but did little to dampen the spirits of the Elephants, who remain firmly in contention to advance […]

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Undav’s stoppage-time strike seals Germany’s top spot in World Cup group at Ivory Coast’s expense

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Germany secured top spot in Group E of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Ivory Coast, sealed by an injury-time goal from Undav that confirmed the European side’s place in the knockout rounds. Comeback win on the final matchday Ivory Coast appeared poised to upset the four-time world champions

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Cape Verde goalkeeper’s mother fulfils lifelong dream of watching son at the World Cup

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For years, she watched her son’s career unfold from thousands of miles away, following match results and highlights on a small screen. Now, Ana Candia Evora, the mother of Cape Verde’s goalkeeper Vozinha, is finally set to make the journey to the United States to see her son represent the island nation at the World

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DR Congo fans celebrate historic draw against Portugal amid Ebola concerns

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The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s national football team marked a milestone moment at the World Cup on Wednesday, holding Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal to a 1-1 draw and sparking jubilant celebrations among supporters back home and in the stands. The result was widely regarded as one of the most notable achievements in the country’s football

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Senegal Captain Koulibaly Urges Unity After Opening World Cup Defeat to France

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Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly has called on the Lions of Teranga to stay united and look ahead with confidence, despite a 3-1 defeat to France in their opening fixture of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The loss in their first match of the tournament has put the West African side under pressure to respond in

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Ghanaian footballer Thomas Partey denied entry into Canada amid sexual abuse allegations

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Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been denied entry into Canada after a Canadian court dismissed his appeal against the government’s refusal of his visa. The decision, linked to ongoing sexual abuse allegations against the Ghanaian international, has once again placed the player’s off-field troubles in the spotlight. The ruling came just days after Canadian authorities

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Vinicius rescues Brazil with solo effort in opening draw against Morocco at 2026 World Cup

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Brazil were forced to rely on a moment of individual brilliance from Vinicius Junior to avoid an opening-match defeat against a Morocco side that dictated the tempo for long stretches of their 2026 World Cup encounter. The African champions, roared on by their travelling supporters, produced a performance that left the five-time world champions searching

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Football Daily | World Cup day is upon us: chill, relax and revel in the euphoria and despair

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The stage is set in Mexico City. Photograph: Luis Cortés/Reuters The stage is set in Mexico City. Photograph: Luis Cortés/Reuters World Cup day is upon us: chill, relax and revel in the euphoria and despair Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now! Prefer the Guardian on Google HERE WE GO

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South Africa World Cup Dream Turns Into Comedy of Errors as Visa Chaos Leaves Bafana Bafana in Limbo

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When the draw placed South Africa’s national football team in Group F for the 2026 World Cup, there was genuine optimism that this could be the tournament where Bafana Bafana finally delivered on decades of promise. Instead, the build-up has descended into an administrative nightmare that has left players, coaches, and fans questioning whether the

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Islamic State Claims Fatal Attack on Nigeria Football Pitch, Death Toll Rises to 29

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At least 29 people were killed and several others injured when gunmen attacked a football viewing party in Gombi, Adamawa State, northeastern Nigeria, on Sunday evening. The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for the assault, which targeted young people watching a football match on a pitch in the town. Security sources told local media

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DR Congo’s World Cup Qualification: A Nation’s Rare Moment of Unity and Joy

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Axel Tuanzebe’s 100th-minute goal against Jamaica in Guadalajara, Mexico sent shockwaves of unbridled joy across the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Leopards won 1-0 after extra time, securing qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup — the first time the Central African giant has reached the tournament since 1974, when the country was still known

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