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Lionel Messi’s family ask for ‘humanity’ as his father receives medical treatment

Jorge Messi, 68, ‘recovering and progressing favourably’ ‘At times like these, we ask for responsibility,’ says family Lionel Messi’s father is undergoing medical treatment for an undisclosed illness and his family asked the media for “humanity” on Thursday amid rumours about Jorge Messi’s health while his son competes at the World Cup. “Jorge is going through a health situation,” the Messi…

Lionel Messi's family confirms Argentina star's father is going through health-related issues

The Argentina superstar admits 'difficult days' off the pitch ahead of the World Cup opener

Ivory Coast claim Elye Wahi cleared to enter Canada for World Cup after visa drama amid ‘corruption’ arrest

Elye Wahi was initially denied entry to Canada amid an ongoing match-fixing investigation

Who England and Scotland face in World Cup last 32 as it stands

Who is on course to meet in the last 32 of the World Cup? View all the projected ties after the latest group stage results here.

Ivory Coast's Wahi allowed into Canada after visa issue

The Ivory Coast football federation have announced their forward Elye Wahi will be allowed into Canada for their next World Cup game after earlier being denied entry.

Ancelotti and Brazil set off for 2nd World Cup group stage match without Neymar

Brazil are preparing to take on Haiti in their second group stage match of the 2026 World Cup, but Carlo Ancelotti will once again have to go without star attacker Neymar, who will not be available de...

Barcelona escalate feud with Real Madrid by filing complaint against Florentino Perez

Long past are the days of camaraderie between two of the biggest teams in Spain, as the off-field battle between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona has intensified significantly in the last few years, and s...

'He'd be a huge upgrade on Delap' - your World Cup scouting

We asked you which players you have watched at the World Cup that you think would be a great fit at your club.

Elye Wahi gains entry to Canada on appeal and available to play in Côte d’Ivoire’s second World Cup game

After initially being denied entry into Canada, Elye Wahi (23) has been granted entry into the country upon appeal, according to a report from RMC Sport. The OGC Nice forward was refused entry into th...

Beever-Jones set to sign new deal at Chelsea

England international Aggie Beever-Jones is expected to stay at Chelsea this summer with a new deal extending her stay.

'Something Viera-esque about Bouaddi' - your World Cup scouting

Rob: I'd like Arsenal to target some promising youth this window - we bought established stars last summer, so let's supplement that with the next generation. For me, we should be targeting Ayyoub Bouaddi from Morocco and Gilberto Mora from Mexico. Alexander: Andrea Berta needs to bring Bouaddi to Arsenal.

Lionel Messi’s dad under medical supervision with health problem as family give statement

Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge Messi, is currently ‘under medical supervision’ with an unspecified health issue. The family confirmed Jorge has been experiencing a health problem amid numerous rumours. Messi has made a stunning start to the World Cup despite the health issue his dad is experiencing Getty It’s also been revealed that Jorge is ‘progressing favourably with the condition he’s…

Declan Rice: Calafiori ‘one of my best friends, Italy an amazing country’

Declan Rice took a moment to speak about his friendship with Italy international Riccardo Calafiori...

Lionel Messi's family release health update on father Jorge after tears at World Cup

A statement has been released by Lionel Messi's family following the claims that the Argentina superstar's father Jorge is dealing with health problems while the World Cup continues

In 72 years of World Cup history, Scotland have known only failure and glorious failure... but could the dreams of a nation finally be about to come true against Morocco in Boston?

For 72 years, blind faith and optimism have been the faithful travelling companions of the Tartan Army footsoldier at the outset of a World Cup.

Cristiano Ronaldo given uncomfortable World Cup reality check by billionaire former Man Utd star

Cristiano Ronaldo found things difficult on his first appearance for Portugal at World Cup 2026 and has been given some pointed advice

New Zealand make World Cup history with first mother-son duo

New Zealand make history as Tyler and Jenny Bindon become the first mother-son duo to play at the World Cup.

Full hearts, empty kegs, can't lose: Scotland's Tartan Army takes over World Cup

Scotland's Tartan Army has been one of the stories of the 2026 World Cup so far, drinking its way through Boston and bringing bonhomie, passion and national pride after nearly 30 years away from the tournament.

THE ANALYST - Ayyoub Bouaddi: Why Arsenal want 18-year-old Morocco star who tore Brazil apart, the rivals for his signature and what he must improve on before being ready for the Premier League

THE ANALYST - Ayyoub Bouaddi: He does not turn 19 until October, but already he has Scotland trembling in their boots ahead of their Friday night clash in Foxborough.

Scotland latest: Clarke to address media ahead of Morocco game

Neymar to miss Brazil's game against Haiti

Milan criticised for ‘amateurish’ Krösche negotiations despite €10m salary offer

Reports in Germany claim that Milan offered Eintracht Frankfurt director Markus Krösche a staggering salary...

Why England could leapfrog Spain in the FIFA World Rankings during the World Cup group stage

England started World Cup 2026 ranked fourth in the world but are on track to pass the European champions

Thomas Tuchel 'under immense pressure' as Jurgen Klopp speaks out on England at World Cup

Thomas Tuchel took charge of his first England match at a major tournament with the Three Lions coming out as 4-2 winners over Croatia.