Mexico Name World Cup XI for South Africa Opener

7 minutes ago

Mexico Name World Cup XI for South Africa Opener

Mexico named its first World Cup XI vs South Africa, with Montes as captain. Full XI: Rangel; Reyes, Montes, Vasquez; Gallardo, Lira; Fidalgo, Gutierrez, Alvarado; Jimenez, Quinones. Aguirre opens with defensive experience, midfield balance and a front two carrying El Tri’s attack as Mexico begin their group-stage push tonight in their World Cup opener against a tough opponent.

By Tanish Chachra

Other articles from Soccer

Bernardo Silva Closing in on Real Madrid Move After Fresh Bid

about 1 hour ago

Bernardo Silva Closing in on Real Madrid Move After Fresh Bid

Real Madrid are in advanced talks to sign Silva after an official bid to the Portuguese player's representatives. Los Blancos are increasingly confident of getting it sealed after the official bid was sent over the last 24 hours, per Fabrizio Romano. The 31-year-old has tallied two goals and four assists in 38 Premier League appearances last season.

By Tanish Chachra

Didier Deschamps Confirms Real Madrid Shortlist Before José Mourinho Pick

about 2 hours ago

Didier Deschamps Confirms Real Madrid Shortlist Before José Mourinho Pick

Deschamps confirmed he was on Real Madrid’s shortlist before Mourinho got the job, telling Marca he was in “preliminary selections” and had offers: “Yes, of course.” The France boss will leave the French NT after the World Cup, saying his future “doesn’t interest me right now” as next Tuesday's game against Senegal starts his final tournament run with Les Bleus.

By Tanish Chachra

Lamine Yamal Returns to Regular Training Ahead of World Cup

about 2 hours ago

Lamine Yamal Returns to Regular Training Ahead of World Cup

Per Fabrizio Romano, Spain received a major boost as Yamal returned to regular team training on Thursday. The 18-year-old missed the end of the Barcelona season and Spain's warm-up games with a hamstring muscle tear that sidelined him for 39 days. Yamal is now on track for the World Cup opener against Cape Verde, which will be played on Monday.

By Tanish Chachra

Mateus Fernandes Transfer Race Heats Up as Real Madrid Join Chase

about 2 hours ago

Mateus Fernandes Transfer Race Heats Up as Real Madrid Join Chase

United are already in talks on Fernandes’ side, while PSG, Arsenal and Real Madrid also hold interest, per Ben Jacobs. West Ham expect movement this month and are open to a sale, but want roughly double the $57M package they paid. The 21-year-old midfielder has become one of the window’s most crowded transfer battles, with United pushing early.

By Tanish Chachra

Mexico-South Africa Opens World Cup Action Before South Korea-Czechia

about 3 hours ago

Mexico-South Africa Opens World Cup Action Before South Korea-Czechia

Mexico face South Africa at 3:00 p.m. ET before South Korea meet Czechia at 10:00 p.m. ET as World Cup action begins. Mexico open their tournament against African opposition, while South Korea start with a late test against Czechia. Both matches give teams an early chance to set momentum, manage nerves and make a strong group-stage statement.

By Tanish Chachra

Never miss an update! Download our app now.