Africa's World Cup Hopes Dashed as Egypt Falls to Argentina
Egypt narrowly missed a historic victory against Argentina, while diplomatic tensions rise between Ghana and South Africa amid xenophobic attack concerns.
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Egypt narrowly missed a historic victory against Argentina, while diplomatic tensions rise between Ghana and South Africa amid xenophobic attack concerns.
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Following Egypt's dramatic last-16 loss to Argentina, coach Hossam Hassan announces he will no longer watch the World Cup, citing refereeing errors as a key factor in the defeat.
CNA Latest News | Jul 7, 2026, 9:27 PM
world
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Al Jazeera | Jul 6, 2026, 6:10 AM
politics
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The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 2:43 AM
world
Azzedine Ounahi scored twice as Morocco defeated cohost Canada 3-0 in the World Cup Round of 16, marking the first African nation to reach the quarterfinals more than once.
Al Jazeera | Jul 4, 2026, 8:31 PM
world
Morocco defeated co-host Canada 3-0 in Houston to reach the quarter-finals, while Cape Verde's first World Cup appearance concluded without a win but left a lasting impression.
France 24 English | Jul 4, 2026, 8:17 AM
politics
The Antwerp World Diamond Center presented a diamond-encrusted ring to President Trump months after Belgium's diamond industry secured the removal of U.S. tariffs on diamond imports.
CBS Politics | Jul 4, 2026, 4:02 AM
world
After a 1-1 draw in extra time, Egypt triumphed 4-2 on penalties over Australia, setting up a World Cup last-16 match against Argentina or Cape Verde.
CNA Latest News | Jul 3, 2026, 2:50 PM
world
Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first World Cup knockout stage goal, but a last-minute VAR offside call denied Croatia an equalizer, sending Portugal through to face Spain in the next round.
France 24 English | Jul 3, 2026, 3:03 AM
general
Fans worldwide celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 with lively watch parties, while Johnny Manziel makes headlines with a heated radio rant.
Fox News Latest | Jul 2, 2026, 7:57 PM
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Belgium overturned a two-goal deficit to win 3-2 in extra time against Senegal in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32, potentially facing the United States in the next round.
Fox News Latest | Jul 1, 2026, 11:32 PM
world
Despite a ban on football coverage at Wimbledon, fans watched England’s World Cup game on their phones, briefly interrupting tennis play with cheers.
ABC Australia News | Jul 1, 2026, 11:18 PM
world
World number one Aryna Sabalenka overcame a challenging second set against McCartney Kessler to secure a last-32 match against former French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko.
Al Jazeera | Jul 1, 2026, 4:05 PM
world
Day 20 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America saw France overpower Sweden, while Mexico and Norway secured progression to the next stage.
Al Jazeera | Jul 1, 2026, 10:36 AM
world
As the FIFA World Cup 2026 advances into the knockout stages, Argentina's Lionel Messi and France's Kylian Mbappe are tied as top scorers, intensifying the competition for the Golden Boot.
Al Jazeera | Jul 1, 2026, 2:40 AM
world
Kylian Mbappé’s two goals helped France secure a 3-0 victory over Sweden in the World Cup round of 32, tying Lionel Messi for the tournament’s top scorer and setting up a round of 16 match against Paraguay.
ABC Australia News | Jul 1, 2026, 1:23 AM
world
Fifth seed Alex de Minaur secured a dominant first-round win at Wimbledon, becoming one of only two Australian men to progress, as several compatriots faced early exits.
ABC Australia News | Jun 30, 2026, 10:36 PM
general
Spain's Group H victory sets up a situation where Austria and Algeria could benefit from not winning their last group game to avoid facing the strong Spanish team.
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