Morales: I want this for my Bolivia team-mates
The legacy of Bolivia’s 1994 FIFA World Cup USA™ campaign lives on in many ways. While it remains the last time the South American nation played in the global finals, its impact on soccer in the USA is beyond reproach. Two of its heralded members, Marco Etcheverry and Jaime Moreno, were among the first stars […]
Migne: Haiti will relish World Cup limelight
With 81 days – and counting – to go until the FIFA World Cup 2026™ gets under way, the Haitian national team are gearing up to make their long-awaited second appearance at international football’s premier event. Following a 52-year absence from the ultimate stage, Les Rouges et Bleus are set to pit their wits against the crème de la crème of the world […]
Photos: Heroes’ welcomes
Brazil in 1970 Brazil coach Mario Zagallo and captain Carlos Alberto showcase the Jules Rimet Trophy to their supporters after making it theirs to keep in Mexico. Netherlands in 1974 Despite losing the final 2-1 to West Germany, the Netherlands, who wowed the world with their ‘Total Football’, were given a rapturous reception at Leidseplein […]
World Cup wonder goals: Arie’s Oranje bolt
81 days to go… We’re counting down to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ by showcasing a golazo from the global finals each day. Arie Haan Netherlands v Italy Argentina 1978 | Second group stage El Monumental, Buenos Aires The Netherlands netted 15 goals at Germany 1974, but only one came from outside the box – […]
81 days to go: Ball-bossing Spaniards
Spain had 81 per cent possession in their thrashing of Costa Rica in 2022 – the most ever recorded in a World Cup victory. Luis Enrique’s side incredibly scored all of their first seven shots on target. The 7-0 win remains Spain’s biggest ever in the competition, and their goal difference from the game was […]
82 days to go: The AFC ascent
AFC teams have scored 82 goals in six World Cups this century (13.67 per edition), compared to only 33 in 10 in the last one (3.30). They have also registered 21 victories since the third millennium, compared to just four before it. Japan and Korea Republic got the transformation going at their home World Cup […]
35 facts about Antoine Griezmann
1. Griezmann was born on 21 March 1991 in Macon, France, and started his career at UF Maconnais, where his father was a coach. He supported Lyon as a boy and had trials with the French giants, but was rejected for his slender frame. It was Real Sociedad who eventually took a chance on the […]
World Cup wonder goals: Frings screamer starts party in style
82 days to go… We’re counting down to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ by showcasing a golazo from the global finals each day. Torsten Frings Germany v Costa Rica Germany 2006 | Group stage FIFA World Cup Stadium, Munich Breaking Bad has a character named after a German footballer. Torsten Frings was no villain – […]
Karembeu: New Caledonia are a nation of warriors
While it is France’s name that was etched onto the iconic trophy at the 1998 FIFA World Cup™, New Caledonia could certainly bask in some of the reflected glory. One of the Pacific nation’s favourite sons, Christian Karembeu, started four of Les Bleus’ seven showdowns at the competition, including the 3-0 bashing of Brazil in […]
Take the Ronaldinho quiz
Ronaldinho celebrates his 46th birthday on 21 March and to mark the occasion we’ve put together a quiz on the legendary Brazilian’s career. How well do you know one of football’s greatest entertainers? Tackle our teasers now and see if you can get full marks!