Marc Defaou -Sport Observer

Haaland scores twice as Norway beat Iraq in World Cup opener

Erling Haaland marked his World Cup debut with two goals as Norway defeated a determined Iraq side in their first Group I match at Boston Stadium. The 25 year old striker moved...

17.06.2026

Tuchel insists England will keep their style despite World Cup heat

Thomas Tuchel has ruled out a major change to England’s playing style during the World Cup, despite the severe heat expected in the USA, Mexico and Canada. The England head coach believes...

17.06.2026

Germany Thrash Curaçao as Netherlands and Japan Share Points

Curaçao make history despite heavy defeat Curaçao created a memorable World Cup moment on Sunday by scoring their first goal in the tournament during their first ever appearance, even though they were...

15.06.2026

Amad Diallo Seals Late Ivory Coast Victory Over Ecuador

Ivory Coast edge a lively opener in Philadelphia Amad Diallo scored in the final minute to give Ivory Coast a 1-0 win over Ecuador in an entertaining opening World Cup match in...

15.06.2026

World Cup Noise Fades as Football Takes Over in Mexico

The 2026 World Cup has begun in Mexico with plenty of debate still hanging over the tournament, but the opening matches quickly reminded everyone why football has such a powerful grip on...

12.06.2026

South Korea Rally Past Czech Republic in World Cup Group A Opener

South Korea came from behind to beat Czech Republic 2:1 in their first match of the 2026 World Cup, turning a difficult night at Estadio Guadalajara into a deserved Group A victory....

12.06.2026

Real Madrid see huge Alvarez offer rejected by Atletico

Real Madrid have failed with a 150 million euro bid, worth around £130 million, for Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez. The offer came shortly after Florentino Perez retained his role as Real...

10.06.2026

England beat Ukraine with ease but playoffs now stand between Lionesses and World Cup place

Sarina Wiegman said she remains confident England will reach next summer’s World Cup, even after the Lionesses were forced into the playoffs by Spain’s 6:1 win away to Iceland. England did their...

10.06.2026