4 minutes ago

France vs Iraq Becomes First World Cup Match to be Delayed Due to Weather Conditions

The match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia has been delayed due to thunderstorms in the area.

Fans in the stadium were being told to take shelter at halftime while a message on the big screen read: "A severe thunderstorm is approaching."

The restart of the second half was then delayed by at least 15 minutes due to the inclement weather, before being pushed back again until 7 p.m. ET. Players are set to warm up again before the second half at 6.40 p.m.

While heavy rain has threatened several training sessions and games, Monday marked the first weather delay of the World Cup.

France leads Iraq 1-0 in the Group I game, after a superb left-footed strike from the edge of the box from talisman Kylian Mbappé.

about 2 hours ago

Miroslav Klose Hails Messi as the Greatest of All Time After Record Is Broken

"For me, Lionel Messi is the best footballer of all time! Congratulations, Champion," Klose told Suddeutsche Zeitung. The former Germany striker, now Nuremberg head coach, had already predicted his record would fall before the tournament. Messi scored his 17th and 18th World Cup goals in Argentina's 2-0 win over Austria, surpassing Klose's mark of 16 set at Germany 2014.

about 3 hours ago

Jeremy Doku Becomes a Father, Flies to London for Birth of His Son Praise

Doku flew to London after receiving word that the birth was imminent today. He and wife Shireen welcomed their son Praise, with the Belgian Football Association confirming mother, father and son are all doing well. Doku is expected to rejoin the squad in Seattle on Tuesday ahead of Belgium's final group game vs New Zealand.

about 3 hours ago

John Terry Voices His Frustration After Being Snubbed for Chelsea's Interim Manager Role

"There was no one within those buildings more qualified than me in terms of their qualifications and, most importantly, more Chelsea than me," Terry said. The club legend holds the UEFA Pro Licence but was passed over twice for Calum McFarlane, who holds only a UEFA B Licence. Chelsea owners reportedly told Terry he will "never" get the job.

about 4 hours ago

Argentina Beat Austria 2-0 as Messi Breaks All-Time World Cup Goals Record

Messi scored twice, once in the 38th minute and then in the 94th, to give Argentina a 2-0 win over Austria in Group J. His brace took him to 18 World Cup goals, shattering Miroslav Klose's all-time men's record. The defending champions top Group J and advance to the round of 32 with a game to spare.