Colombia secured a 1-0 win over DR Congo to book their place in the World Cup knockout stage. Daniel Munoz's deflected strike was the difference. DR Congo's hopes now hang by a thread.

The 2026 World Cup golden boot race has intensified with Cristiano Ronaldo joining Lionel Messi (5 goals), Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, and Harry Kane (4 each). Messi's hat trick tied Klose's record, while Mbappe became France's all-time top scorer. Ronaldo broke his duck with a brace against Uzbekistan.

Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, scores twice and assists in Portugal's 5-0 win over Uzbekistan, becoming first to score in six World Cups and entering Golden Boot race.

Portugal face Uzbekistan in a crucial Group K World Cup match. Both teams seek first win after opening draws and losses. Ronaldo leads Portugal, while Uzbekistan aims to upset.

Cristiano Ronaldo keeps his starting spot for Portugal's Group K match against Uzbekistan despite criticism after a 1-1 draw with DR Congo. Portugal need a win to avoid crisis, while Uzbekistan aim for an upset.

Australian left-back Jordan Bos tops sprint speed at 36.7 km/h, while Sweden's Mattias Svanberg scores fastest goal by a substitute in 12 seconds, and Canada's equalizer electrifies Toronto. Speed defines World Cup 2026.

Former England international and Fox Sports commentator Warren Barton was struck by a projectile during Colombia's 3-1 win over Uzbekistan at the Estadio Azteca, raising safety concerns at the 2026 World Cup.

Uzbekistan makes historic World Cup debut against Colombia in Group K. The match in Mexico City is a cultural milestone for the White Wolves, while Los Cafeteros face a must-win opener to avoid early crisis.

The Netherlands beat Uzbekistan 2-1 in a chaotic friendly, but lost goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen to injury. Jurriën Timber was also ruled out of the World Cup. Cody Gakpo scored two late penalties to secure the win.

As Portugal faces Colombia, DR Congo, and Uzbekistan in Group K, 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo aims for his first World Cup title in what may be his final tournament. A compelling chapter in his storied career.

Manchester City defender Abdukodir Khusanov makes history as Uzbekistan's first Premier League star, named in their maiden World Cup squad under coach Fabio Cannavaro. The 22-year-old faces Colombia, Portugal, and DR Congo in Group K.

Canada faces Uzbekistan in a crucial pre-World Cup friendly at Edmonton's Commonwealth Stadium on June 1. The match is Canada's last home tune-up before co-hosting the 2026 tournament, while Uzbekistan makes its historic World Cup debut.

Curaçao, with just 156,000 residents, becomes the smallest nation ever to qualify for the World Cup. They face Germany in the group stage, and 78-year-old coach Dick Advocaat will make history as the oldest coach in the tournament.

DR Congo's national team must isolate for 21 days in Belgium or be barred from entering the US for the 2026 World Cup, due to an Ebola outbreak.

Cape Verde, Curaçao, Jordan, and Uzbekistan will debut at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The expanded 48-team format opens doors for these nations.

Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan, and Uzbekistan qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking their debuts in the expanded 48-team tournament.

Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, was named in Portugal's 2026 World Cup squad, becoming the first male player to appear at six tournaments. Portugal are in Group K with Colombia, DR Congo, and Uzbekistan.