Harry Kane admits rivals Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland gave him goals ‘push’
England captain Harry Kane says seeing rivals Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland make flying starts at the World Cup is driving him on in the bid to win the Golden Boot.
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Dazzling Diaz steps up to starring role for Colombia
MEXICO CITY, June 17 : It was 12 years ago that Colombia forward James Rodriguez announced himself at the World Cup in Brazil - and though he led his side out for their 2026 opener on Wednesday, it was teammate Luis Diaz who showed he could be the main man this year.
Gary Lineker reacts to Harry Kane’s record-equalling goal as stars watch England
Gary Lineker celebrated Harry Kane equalling his England World Cup goals record during their World Cup victory over Croatia.
Sources: Wizards' Trae Young to decline option, be free agent - ESPN
Washington Wizards star Trae Young plans to decline his $48.97 million player option for the 2026-27 season and will become a free agent Monday, sources told Andscape's Marc Spears on Wednesday.
Ghana, Panama fans throng Toronto streets ahead of World Cup clash
TORONTO, June 17 : Boisterous fans of Ghana and Panama marched to Toronto Stadium to root for their teams in the World Cup Group L clash wearing traditional dress and waving flags, determined not to let high ticket prices and gloomy weather dampen their spirits.
4 Takeaways From DR Congo's World Cup Draw Against Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal
As far as Portugal manager Roberto Martínez is concerned, I am sure he is saying: Houston, we have a problem.
World Cup goals record ‘just a number,’ says Messi
KANSAS CITY: Lionel Messi savored a “beautiful moment” after becoming the World Cup’s joint all-time leading goalscorer on Tuesday but said, “ultimately, it is just a statistic, nothing more.”
Heroic Cape Verde keeper Vozinha to be reunited with mum at World Cup after visa issue
NEW YORK, June 17 : Cape Verde's heroic goalkeeper Vozinha will have his mother in the stands when he next takes to the pitch at the World Cup on Sunday, after U.S. officials moved to ensure she could obtain a visa in time to attend the match against Uruguay in Miami.