From around the league
Saturday, 20 June 2026
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Scotland penalty anger takes centre stage after Morocco defeat
Ryan Christie, Neil McCann and Christina Unkel all argued Scotland were denied key penalties in a 1-0 World Cup defeat to Morocco.
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World Cup 2026's late-goal surge is becoming the tournament's defining trend
World Cup 2026 late goals now account for 28 of 96 goals, with five subs, longer stoppages and hydration breaks shaping matches.
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Zlatan Ibrahimovic turns a FOX Sports debate into the night's sharpest line
Zlatan Ibrahimovic said ‘it’s not arrogance, it’s confidence’ on FOX Sports, with Thierry Henry’s reaction and Alexi Lalas’ pushback driving the debate.
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Achraf Hakimi backed by Morocco after trial confirmation and boos
Achraf Hakimi was booed by Scotland fans after a court confirmed he should stand trial, but Morocco backed him and he played 96 minutes in a 1-0 win.
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Scotland vs Morocco: Clarke plays down Tierney worry and points to penalty calls
Steve Clarke said Kieran Tierney's withdrawal was only cramp after Scotland's 1-0 loss to Morocco, while arguing the penalty calls were live.
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Scotland Morocco penalty controversy defined Boston defeat
Scotland’s 1-0 defeat to Morocco turned into a refereeing row, with penalty claims for Scott McTominay and John McGinn, plus a red-card debate.
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Scotland vs Morocco was settled early, but the penalty debate will linger
Scotland vs Morocco turned on Ismael Saibari's 71-second goal and two denied Scotland penalty appeals in a 0-1 World Cup defeat.
Friday, 19 June 2026
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Belgium vs Iran preview: Belgium need a cleaner display in Group G
Belgium need a sharper display after a flat World Cup opener, while Iran arrive after a comeback draw. Group G is level on one point.
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Spain vs Saudi Arabia: Yamal fitness leaves Spain with a real selection call
Lamine Yamal says he can play but is not ready for a full match, leaving Spain to weigh risk and reward before facing Saudi Arabia in Atlanta.
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England injury scare ahead of Ghana
England are managing fresh fitness worries around Marcus Rashford, Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka ahead of Tuesday's World Cup clash with Ghana.
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Scotland's World Cup knockout path is open after Haiti win
Scotland are top of Group C after a 1-0 win over Haiti, with realistic World Cup knockout routes now in play ahead of Morocco and Brazil.
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Germany vs Ivory Coast preview: form meets form in Toronto
Germany's 7-1 opening win and Ivory Coast's late 1-0 victory set up a tense World Cup Group E clash in Toronto, with Elye Wahi's status unresolved.
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Germany vs Ivory Coast preview: Undav, Havertz and Sané force a selection call
Germany’s Group E preview ahead of Ivory Coast focuses on the front-line decision between Deniz Undav, Kai Havertz and Leroy Sané after a 7-1 opening win.
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Bukayo Saka unlikely to start against Ghana as Tuchel plans around Panama
Thomas Tuchel has hinted Bukayo Saka may be held back from starting against Ghana, while Harry Kane and Declan Rice are set to be available.
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Johan Manzambi brace gives Murat Yakin a real selection call
Johan Manzambi scored twice in 24 minutes as Switzerland beat Bosnia & Herzegovina 4-1, and Murat Yakin now has a selection decision.
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Scotland vs Morocco simulation puts Angus Gunn at the heart of World Cup drama
EA FC 26's Scotland vs Morocco simulation ends 0-0, with Angus Gunn making the decisive last-touch save after late Morocco pressure.
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Thomas Tuchel England changes grow after Croatia win
Thomas Tuchel said Bukayo Saka and Marcus Rashford have given him a selection headache after England's 4-2 win over Croatia.
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Tuchel's bold substitution gamble transforms England at half-time
Three substitutions at half-time shifted Bellingham to midfield. What followed was the tournament's best 10-15 minutes as England beat Croatia 4-2.
Thursday, 18 June 2026
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John McGinn's goggles celebration carries a wider message
John McGinn says his goggles celebration began with nephew Jack's eyesight and now helps children feel more comfortable wearing glasses.
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Johan Manzambi's cameo has left Switzerland with a real selection call
Johan Manzambi scored twice in 24 minutes as Switzerland beat Bosnia & Herzegovina 4-1, leaving Murat Yakin with a real selection call.