Spain Take on Saudi Arabia to Open a Four-Game World Cup Sunday Slate

about 2 months ago

Spain Take on Saudi Arabia to Open a Four-Game World Cup Sunday Slate

Sunday's World Cup slate has four matches: Spain face Saudi Arabia at 12 p.m. ET on Fox, still without a goal after drawing 0-0 with Cabo Verde; Belgium meet Iran at 3 p.m. ET on FS1; Uruguay take on Cabo Verde at 6 p.m. ET on FS1; and New Zealand face Egypt at 9 p.m. ET on FS1.

By Adit Pujari

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about 2 months ago

Uruguay Flip Cabo Verde’s Dream Start Before Halftime

Cabo Verde’s historic opener lasted only 22 minutes before Uruguay hit back and flipped the match 2-1 before halftime. Araújo equalized in the 43rd minute, diving onto a rebound after Bentancur’s header hit the post. In stoppage time, Ugarte’s cross found Araújo, who headed down for Canobbio to tap in the go-ahead goal after Pina’s 30-yard free kick.

By Nischay Rathore

Gianni Infantino Cools 64-Team World Cup Push Amid Growing Opposition

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Gianni Infantino Cools 64-Team World Cup Push Amid Growing Opposition

CONMEBOL’s push for a 64-team World Cup is losing momentum, with FIFA president Infantino reportedly cautious about expanding beyond the already enlarged 48-team format. UEFA remains firmly opposed, while AFC officials are said to hold major doubts, leaving the proposal with shrinking support. The idea now looks increasingly distant despite South America’s bid for a bigger global tournament stage.

By Nischay Rathore

Lionel Messi Could Get One Last Barcelona Shirt Moment Before Retirement

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Lionel Messi Could Get One Last Barcelona Shirt Moment Before Retirement

Inter Miami are reportedly in talks to face Barcelona in the Joan Gamper Trophy, creating a potential farewell cameo for Messi. The plan being discussed would see him feature in the match, possibly playing one half for each club if agreed. Nothing is finalized, but the fixture would give Barça fans a symbolic goodbye before retirement.

By Nischay Rathore

Australia’s Jackson Irvine Has No Problem With FIFA’s Controversial Red Card Rule

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Australia’s Jackson Irvine Has No Problem With FIFA’s Controversial Red Card Rule

Irvine has backed FIFA's decision to send players off for covering their mouths when they speak. Paraguay's Miguel Almiron was sent off against Turkiye for the same. "It’s safe to say that if you can’t be seen saying it, then it shouldn’t be said," Irvine said, pointing to past incidents against Vinicius Jr. to put across the point.

By Ankit Sharma

about 2 months ago

Cabo Verde Stun Uruguay With Historic Fightback Draw

Cabo Verde absorbed Uruguay’s second-half pressure and still stole a historic 2-2 draw after trailing 2-1 at halftime. Kevin Pina’s 30-yard free kick delivered their first World Cup goal before Uruguay flipped it through Araújo and Canobbio. In the 61st minute, Varela punished Olivera’s no-look pass, pinched it off Muslera and tapped into an empty net to seal history.

By Nischay Rathore

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