Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei called his team perhaps the "most repressed team in the whole World Cup," after he said Iran have been forced to leave Los Angeles and return to their base camp in Tijuana, Mexico,

The New Zealand and Belgium national teams meet in the 2026 World Cup group stage. Follow for live updates, goals and more from reporters on the ground.

Thursday's slate of six World Cup games includes a pair of heavyweight bouts, with the final standings being decided in Groups G, H and I. France and Norway have each booked a spo

Mohammad Mohebi's goal celebration during Iran's World Cup opener against New Zealand has sparked widespread debate, with many interpreting the gesture as a political statement. The midfielder's actions,

Iran and New Zealand played out an entertaining 2-2 draw in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G clash in California on Monday. Elijah Just scored both goals for New Zealand, helping his team take a lead on both occasions.

Indian-origin midfielder Sarpreet Singh's inspiring journey from Auckland to the FIFA World Cup has made him one of New Zealand's biggest football stars and a source of pride for fans in India. The midfielder also featured as the All Whites played out a thrilling 2-2 draw against Iran in their Group G opener.

Belgium defeats New Zealand 5–1, securing the win and the three points in Matchday 3 of Group G, and qualifies for the next round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.