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Brazil legend Neymar announced his retirement from international football after Brazil's 2-1 defeat to Norway in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16. The Selecao's all-time leading scorer ends his career with 80 goals in 130 international appearances.

Spain and Portugal meet in a high-profile 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash on Monday, with a quarterfinal berth at stake. Spain's defensive solidity faces a stern test against Cristiano Ronaldo and a Portugal side seeking another major tournament triumph.

Morocco produced a dominant second-half performance to defeat co-hosts Canada 3-0 and book a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals. Azzedine Ounahi scored twice as Canada's historic campaign ended, making them the tournament's first host nation to be eliminated.

Spain advanced to the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 3-0 win over Austria. Mikel Oyarzabal scored twice, Pedro Porro netted his first international goal, and goalkeeper Unai Simón set a new World Cup clean-sheet record.

USA defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Goals from Folarin Balogun and Malik Tillman secured victory despite Balogun's second-half red card, setting up a last-16 clash with Belgium.

Harry Kane scored twice as England came from behind to defeat Congo DR 2-1 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32. The victory secured a place in the Round of 16, where Thomas Tuchel's side will face Mexico on July 6.

Iran's hopes of reaching the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 remain uncertain after a dramatic 1-1 draw with Egypt. A stoppage-time winner was ruled out for offside following a VAR review, leaving Iran dependent on results elsewhere to advance.

Senegal thrashed 10-man Iraq 5-0 to keep their FIFA World Cup knockout hopes alive. Ismaila Sarr became Senegal's leading World Cup scorer, while the African side now awaits results from Groups J and K to determine their qualification fate.

Australia secured a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 after a goalless draw with Paraguay in Santa Clara. The Socceroos finished second in Group D, while Paraguay must wait to learn whether they qualify as one of the best third-placed teams.

Japan and Sweden shared a 1-1 draw in their final Group F match, with Daizen Maeda and Anthony Elanga on target. The result sent Japan through as group runners-up, while Sweden advanced to the Round of 32 among the best third-placed teams.

Teboho Mokoena converted a late penalty as South Africa fought back to secure a 1-1 draw against Czechia in their Group A match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The result earned both teams their first point of the tournament.

Substitute Cyle Larin scored late to earn Canada a 1-1 draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina in their World Cup opener. The result gave Canada their first-ever point in tournament history after a spirited comeback in front of home fans.

The FIFA World Cup in Canada opened with a star-studded ceremony in Toronto featuring Nora Fatehi and global performers. While festivities drew attention, empty seats and ticket availability sparked debate, even as FIFA defended attendance figures from early matches.

Expanded format, new rules, soaring costs and geopolitical tensions surround football’s biggest spectacle starting June 11

Juventus defender Bremer, who suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury in his left knee during a Champions League match against RB Leipzig on Wednesday, is scheduled to undergo surgery in the coming days.

In the absence of rested captain Lionel Messi, who was spared from the 3,600-meter altitude of La Paz, the Albiceleste secured the lead in the 31st minute on Tuesday, as per Xinhua reports.

Following a lackluster first half, Santos Borre managed to break the deadlock in less than a minute after the game resumed, despite the scorching conditions at Estadio Metropolitano in Barranquilla, as reported by Xinhua.

Xinhua reports that the 31-year-old, who departed Paris Saint-Germain this week to join Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal, hasn't played for his nation since the previous year's World Cup in Qatar due to an ankle injury.