The phrase “quinto partido” — Spanish for the fifth game — is deeply embedded in the psyche of Mexican soccer. With Mexico beating Ecuador in the FIFA World Cup round of 32 stage and now heading to the round of 16, the historical weight of this phrase remains a talking point for fans and players … Read more
The USA doesn’t enter the knockout stage coming off a positive result, but I’m unfazed. We didn’t see the Americans’ go-to lineup in that game, and I’m looking at the round-of-32 matchup on Wednesday night positively. Let’s get to your questions ahead of the matchup against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Help us believe the USMNT has … Read more
FIFA explained Tuesday the tighter regulations that resulted in Germany having a potentially game-winning goal disallowed in its shock elimination from the World Cup. Defender Jonathan Tah’s headed goal in extra time against Paraguay on Monday was ruled out after a video review because of a foul on goalkeeper Orlando Gill. Replays showed Germany’s Waldemar … Read more
The knockout round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup rolls on, and Wednesday will see three more teams advance and three more teams exit the tournament after the round of 32. In the opening game, contending England will hope to end the Cinderella run of the DR Congo when the teams face off in Atlanta. … Read more
I’ve said it before, but anytime you bet against the United States, it feels un-American. However, there is value in backing Bosnia and Herzegovina. The United States will likely win this match because of the momentum it has and the fact that this game is being played on home soil. That said, getting a two-goal … Read more
If you’ve tuned in to watch Norway’s stellar 2026 World Cup at any point, you’ve probably had questions about their signature celebration, the “Viking Row.” Whether it’s in the stadiums or in the streets of New York, this Norwegian celebration has been a fan favorite during the tournament. But what is the ‘Viking Row’ and … Read more
Once again, the USA is likely going to be on the front foot at the World Cup. Bosnia and Herzegovina is not going to look to take the game to the Americans on Wednesday night. The European underdog will bring a defensive approach that the U.S. has already seen during this tournament. Here’s what to … Read more
Erling Haaland scored the deciding goal in the 86th minute and Norway won a knockout game at the World Cup for the first time, advancing to the round of 16 with a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast on Tuesday. Three defenders converged on Patrick Berg as he moved into the penalty box with the ball, … Read more
Kylian Mbappé is playing in his third World Cup, having helped France reach two straight finals – including winning the 2018 title over Croatia but finishing runner-up in 2022 to Lionel Messi’s Argnetina. At the this tournament, Mbappé and France will play in its first knockout stage match on Tuesday, but will Mbappé be available? … Read more
France will face Sweden in a 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 showdown on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at New York New Jersey Stadium on FOX. France looked every bit the tournament favorite in the group stage, winning all three games for the second time in its nation’s history, with the other being the … Read more