Dzeko made his international debut in 2007, and now holds the records for the most appearances (148) and most goals (73) for Bosnia. After losing to Portugal in the play-offs for both the 2010 World Cup and Euro 2012, Dzeko helped Bosnia qualify for their first major tournament since independence. The 2014 World Cup in […]

On paper, Canada’s group is more favourable this time. They face Switzerland, Qatar and Bosnia-Herzegovina – the latter beating Italy on penalties to earn their spot. “People are saying there is no reason Canada cannot top this group, especially after Italy choked,” says Johal. “Now maybe the Swiss are our biggest rivals.” That confidence has […]

Referee Wilton Pereira Sampaio shows red cards to South Africa’s Yaya Sithole and Themba Zwane as well as Mexico’s Cesar Montes during the opening match of the 2026 World Cup at the Mexico City Stadium. Watch more Fifa World Cup 2026 video. Available to UK users only. Source link

Over in Los Angeles – where hosts USA will play two of their three group games – it has been a similar story with regards to promotion of the World Cup. There are banners on the streets coming out of Los Angeles Airport promoting ‘LA26’ and the tournament, while electronic billboards rotate the various members […]

When manufacturers begin to design new boots – a process that can start up to two years before release – they often consult trend forecasters such as WGSN to learn which colours, themes and styles are likely to be ‘in’ when the product eventually hits the shelves. But there are other factors as to why […]

In 2017, Pierluigi Collina was appointed as Fifa’s new head of referees and it heralded a very different era. Collina often takes about how decisions should serve as justice – for both teams. Players should stay on the field unless they have done something which truly deserves a red card. For instance, under his stewardship […]

There was a star-studded opening ceremony, and some sporadic clashes between police and protesters around the Azteca stadium. Source link

Rubio, who also had spells as assistant manager at Crystal Palace and West Ham, felt Jimenez fully deserved such a moment after what he has been through. “After his head injury it took a bit of time to get back into the career,” said Rubio. “There were not just medical concerns, but also would he […]

Scott McTominay has travelled separately to Boston after missing Thursday’s training session due to an upset stomach. The Napoli midfielder, who has been the Scots’ leading man in recent campaigns, made the journey with a doctor in what is believed to be a precautionary measure. Steve Clarke’s side get their first World Cup in 28 […]

Three players are sent off as World Cup co-hosts Mexico defeat South Africa in a dramatic opening match at a packed Azteca Stadium. Source link