Alexi Lalas' World Cup Power Rankings: Argentina Surges After Messi's Hat Trick
Back by popular demand! You know them, you love them: My 2026 FIFA World Cup Power Rankings, featuring the top 10 in this tournament as of Wednesday.
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A World Cup decision: Broos’ faith in Foster faces its biggest test yet
Bafana Bafana walk into Atlanta Stadium on Thursday knowing exactly what’s at stake ahead of their second Group A fixture against Czechia.
US riding high after dream World Cup start, but wary of Australia
SEATTLE, June 17 : The United States will hope to keep the party going after starting the World Cup with a fluid attacking display, but must be wary of an Australia side which began with a famous victory and have been fired up by misplaced disrespect.
Neymar joins Brazil teammates in training as calf recovery gathers pace
MORRISTOWN, New Jersey, June 17 : Neymar took another careful stride out of Brazil's medical room and back towards the World Cup spotlight on Wednesday, joining his teammates on the practice field for the first time since the five-times champions arrived in New Jersey.
Czechs and South Africa under pressure after opening losses
ATLANTA, June 16 : Defeat in their opening Group A games leaves the Czech Republic and South Africa playing catch-up when they meet in Atlanta on Thursday, and both sides need a vastly improved performance in order to keep their World Cup hopes alive.
Lens appoint Toppmoller as manager to replace Sage
June 16 : RC Lens have appointed German coach Dino Toppmoller as their new manager on a contract until 2028, following the departure of Pierre Sage who joined Premier League side Crystal Palace, the Ligue 1 club said on Tuesday.
Spanish GP organisers say new Madrid track will be ready despite hurdles
MADRID, June 16 : Formula One's new Spanish Grand Prix circuit held a showy public unveiling on Tuesday with organisers confident all would be ready for the September race in Madrid despite construction being far from finished.
‘This result gives us an advantage’: Green Falcons keep hopes alive in tough group
MIAMI: For 80 minutes, with a storm brewing high above the Miami Stadium, it looked like lightning might strike twice.