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France captain, Kylian Mbappe, has two new records as they opened the 2026 World Cup with a pulsating 3-1 victory over Senegal on Tuesday night. Mbappe failed to impress in the opening half of the match. But in the second half, after being denied a penalty, the Real Madrid attacker ran onto Michael Olise’s pass to open the scoring. The goal ensured he drew level with Olivier Giroud (57 goals) as France’s all-time top scorer. Bradley Barcola climbed off the bench to double Les Bleus lead, before Mbaye pulled one back for Senegal. But Mbappe had the finally say, picking up a loose ball and sending it past Eduoard Mendy. The second goal saw him become his country’s top scorer in history. It was also his 14th World Cup and no Frenchman has scored more. Mbappe als...

Portugal head coach Roberto Martínez is reportedly expected to step down from his position following the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to reports, the 52-year-old has decided against extending his contract, which expires at the end of July, and is prepared to leave the national team regardless of Portugal’s performance at the tournament being hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico. Martínez, who took charge of Portugal in January 2023, guided the team to UEFA Nations League glory in 2025 after a penalty shootout victory over Spain. The Spaniard is expected to evaluate his next move after the World Cup, with reports suggesting a return to club football in England or another international coaching opportunity could be on the horizon. Before joining Port...

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has emerged as one of the biggest stories of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after his inspirational display against Spain earned him global recognition and a massive increase in social media followers. The veteran goalkeeper’s Instagram following surged from just over 50,000 before Cape Verde’s opening World Cup match against Spain to more than 7.6 million within 24 hours of the encounter. Vozinha played a pivotal role as World Cup debutants Cape Verde stunned football fans by holding Spain to a goalless draw in Atlanta on Monday, securing the nation’s first-ever point at the global tournament. The 40-year-old goalkeeper delivered a series of outstanding saves to keep the European champions at bay, denying several Spanish stars, including teenage sensation L...

Iran national team winger Mehdi Torabi could miss part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after his United States visa expired, creating uncertainty over his availability for upcoming matches. According to Iranian state news agency IRNA, Torabi was issued a single-entry visa for the tournament, unlike most members of the Iranian squad who reportedly received multiple-entry visas. The visa expired after Iran's opening Group G match against New Zealand in Los Angeles, which ended in a 2-2 draw. IRNA reported that following the team's trip to the United States and the completion of the match, Torabi's visa was no longer valid. The Iranian Football Federation has since begun efforts to secure a new visa to allow the winger continue travelling with the national team during the tournament. ...

England have suffered a major setback ahead of their World Cup opener after defender Tino Livramento was ruled out of the tournament with injury. The Newcastle United full-back has been withdrawn from Thomas Tuchel’s 26-man squad just one day before England’s opening group-stage match after suffering a muscle injury described as a low-grade tear. Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah has been called up as Livramento’s replacement. FIFA regulations allow teams to replace injured players up to 24 hours before their first group match, provided the injury is considered significant. Livramento, 23, had been a regular part of England’s plans in 2026, featuring in all but one of the national team’s matches this year. His versatility, having played on both the right and left sides of defence for ...

Tunisia have officially appointed French coach Herve Renard as their new national team manager, just one day after dismissing Sabri Lamouchi, following the country’s disappointing start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to Mundo Deportivo, the Tunisian Football Federation (FTF) confirmed today that Renard will take charge of the national team ahead of its crucial Group F matches against Japan and the Netherlands. The decision comes after Tunisia suffered a heavy 5-1 defeat to Sweden in their opening 2026 World Cup fixture on Sunday. Lamouchi, who was appointed in January and had signed a contract running until 2028, became the first coach to be dismissed during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The federation acted swiftly after the defeat, seeking an experienced manager capable of rev...

Real Madrid have confirmed that defender Antonio Rüdiger has signed a one-year contract extension, keeping him at the Spanish giants until 2027. The German centre-back’s previous contract was set to expire this summer, but the club decided to extend his stay after his impressive performances since joining from Chelsea in 2022. Rüdiger, 33, has made 182 appearances for Los Blancos and has helped the club secure eight trophies, including a LaLiga title and a UEFA Champions League crown. The defender’s renewal comes as Real Madrid prepare for a busy summer transfer window following two seasons without major silverware. The club has already announced the return of José Mourinho for a second spell as head coach after the departure of Álvaro Arbeloa. Madrid have also completed the si...

Tunisia have parted ways with head coach Sabri Lamouchi after the Carthage Eagles suffered a humiliating 5-1 defeat to Sweden in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Tunisia Football Federation acted swiftly in the aftermath of Sunday's crushing loss, deciding to relieve Lamouchi of his duties as the team seeks to revive its campaign in the tournament. Former Tunisia manager Mondher Kebaier is expected to assume interim responsibility for the national team for the remainder of the World Cup. Tunisia's focus now shifts to a crucial Group Stage showdown against Japan on June 21, a match they must win to keep their hopes of advancing to the knockout stage alive. Lamouchi's tenure lasted less than six months after he was appointed in January 2026. During his short sp...

Cape Verde delivered one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday, June 15, after holding Spain to a goalless draw in their opening Group H encounter. Competing in their first-ever World Cup, the African nation produced a resilient performance to earn a memorable point against the two-time world champions. The result leaves Group H wide open and adds to Spain’s struggles at the tournament, with the Europeans now managing only one win in their last seven World Cup matches. Spain controlled possession for most of the game but found it difficult to break down Cape Verde’s well-organized defence. Defender Roberto “Pico” Lopes was instrumental at the back, leading a disciplined defensive display that frustrated Luis de la Fuente’s side. Cape Verde nearly stunned Spain...

Italian giants AC Milan have reached an agreement to appoint Portuguese manager Rúben Amorim as their new head coach. The 41-year-old has agreed to a contract that will keep him at the club until June 2028, with an option to extend the deal by a further year until June 2029. Amorim, who has built a reputation as one of Europe's most highly-rated young managers, is expected to take charge as Milan look to strengthen their position both in Serie A and European competitions. For eye witness news report, Contact us SNOW TV NEWS via snowmediatv@gmail.com or WhatsApp on +2348143077239 FOR MORE INFO, TRENDING AND BREAKING NEWS UPDATE, FOLLOW OUR SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNEL @OFFICIALSNOWTV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yp7HmiB9LEQ&t=508s