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Canada’s Marsch says Davies will play and may start vs. South Africa

World Cup Live Tracker: Ecuador vs. Germany

World Cup Live Tracker: Morocco vs. Haiti

World Cup Live Tracker: Bosnia and Herzegovina vs. Qatar

Bosnia and Herzegovina takes on Qatar in the third and final game of the group stage in Group B. The game starts at 3 p.m. ET / noon PT, and follow all the action with our live tracker.

‘Expect him to play’: Marsch optimistic about having Davies vs. Switzerland

Ronaldo roars back with two goals, Portugal beats Uzbekistan at World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo scored two goals to help Portugal roll to a 5-0 win over Uzbekistan at the World Cup on Tuesday, bouncing back after a disappointing performance in the team’s opening match.

World Cup tourists finding Toronto is more than a match-day attraction

Halfway through Toronto's World Cup hosting journey, visitors from around the world say the city has offered them much more than soccer. 

Ball aiding record pace amid scoring surge at World Cup

It’s been goals galore so far at the World Cup. The tournament has been one of the highest-scoring in history so far and produced nearly 25 per cent more scoring than the same span of games in the previous World Cup.

Christian Pulisic returns to training with U.S. after missing last World Cup match

‘A great journey’: Canada defender Bombito reflects on road to recovery

The long road to recovery from a broken leg to playing in his first FIFA World Cup match has been a learning experience for defender Moïse Bombito.

NSL Roundup: League-leading Ottawa Rapid draw against AFC Toronto

World Cup Live Tracker: Belgium vs. Iran

Belgium and Iran vie for their first win of the World Cup as they clash on Sunday in Inglewood, Calif. Follow the action with Sportsnet's live tracker at 3 p.m. ET / noon PT.

Belgium’s Jeremy Doku out against Iran due to illness

‘Part of football’: Analyzing Canada’s emotional win, how to replace Kone

South Africa keeps its World Cup hopes alive with draw against Czechia

Teboho Mokoena started the game with tears in his eyes and finished it with a smile on his face after converting a second-half penalty in South Africa's 1-1 draw with the Czech Republic on Thursday at the World Cup.

Lionel Messi’s family pleads for ‘humanity’ as father undergoes treatment

Lionel Messi's father is undergoing medical treatment for an undisclosed illness and his family asked the media for “humanity” on Thursday amid rumours about Jorge Messi's health while his son competes at the World Cup.

Harry Kane ties England’s record for World Cup goals in win over Croatia

Why Canada’s game against Qatar has massive implications

Canada has a chance to win Group B and secure home-field advantage in the knockout stage. That's why Thursday's World Cup match against Qatar is its biggest yet.

Yoane Wissa’s flying strike sends Congo to draw with Portugal

Panama finds World Cup sanctuary in small Ontario town of New Tecumseth

France striker Kylian Mbappe breaks tie with Pele after 13th World Cup goal

Kylian Mbappé scored his 13th World Cup goal on Tuesday, one more than Pelé, to move the France forward into a tie for the fourth most in tournament history.

Neymar’s World Cup doubts continue after Brazil forward has new tests on injured calf

Alphonso Davies still limited in practice as Canada prepares for Qatar at World Cup

Canada captain Alphonso Davies remained limited in the team's World Cup training session on Monday as he recovers from a hamstring injury.

Report: Ruben Amorim agrees to two-year deal with AC Milan

Former Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has found his new landing spot. According to Fabrizio Romano, the former Man United and Sporting Lisbon manager has agreed to a two-year deal, with an option for a third, with Italian giants AC Milan to become the club's new head coach.

Spain superstar Lamine Yamal declared fit to make World Cup debut vs. Cape Verde

Lamine Yamal is in “ideal condition” to play in Spain's World Cup opener against Cape Verde on Monday, coach Luis de la Fuente said.

How important could Canada’s bench players be against Qatar on Thursday

Havertz sparks Germany’s rout of Curacao after underdogs’ 1st World Cup goal

Could Larin start for Canada in World Cup match vs. Qatar?

Qatar earns stunning draw with Switzerland after last-second goal

Things just got more interesting in Group B.

World Cup Live Tracker: Qatar vs. Switzerland

Switzerland and Qatar face off in World Cup group play on Saturday in Santa Clara, Calif. Follow the action with Sportsnet's live tracker beginning at 3 p.m. ET / noon PT.

FIFA demands pot shop stop selling bong resembling World Cup trophy

A Toronto cannabis shop selling bongs that resemble the World Cup trophy has been given a red card from the tournament’s organizer.

Davies close to return as Canada progresses towards full strength

World Cup party begins, but lightning forces evacuation of Toronto fan fest

The biggest FIFA World Cup in history officially kicked off Thursday, as Canadian host cities prepared for matches, cultural events, an influx of fans and the international spotlight.

Mexico opens World Cup with victory over South Africa

Real Madrid brings back coach Jose Mourinho on three-year deal

‘So many questions’: Kone, Bombito availability crucial for Canada

B.C. premier: Somali World Cup ref banned by U.S. welcome in Vancouver

British Columbia Premier David Eby says a World Cup referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States should be allowed to officiate a match in Vancouver instead.

Bosnia-Herzegovina preparing to face Davies-less Canada in World Cup opener

U.S. goalkeepers have big cleats to fill at World Cup, starter still not named

In many previous World Cup cycles over the past three decades, the best and most accomplished players on the U.S. men's roster were their goalkeepers.

Real Madrid parts ways with coach Álvaro Arbeloa

Real Madrid said Tuesday the club and coach Álvaro Arbeloa have reached an agreement to part ways.

Olise scores 3 as France beats Northern Ireland in World Cup warmup

Michael Olise completed his hat trick with a brilliant curler as France beat Northern Ireland 3-1 in its final World Cup warmup on Monday.

Netherlands rules out Timber for World Cup, Geertruida called up

How Marsch has helped prepare the Canadian men’s team for the World Cup

Perez re-elected as Real Madrid president to pave way for Mourinho’s return

Algeria extends national team coach Vladimir Petkovic ahead of World Cup

Vladimir Petkovic has signed an extension to remain as coach of the Algerian national team through July 2028, the country's soccer federation announced shortly before its departure Sunday for the United States and the start of the World Cup.

Messi sits out Argentina’s friendly against Honduras while managing muscle fatigue, hamstring strain

Germany tops U.S. to head to World Cup on nine-game winning streak

United States’ Robinson scores tremendous goal with long-distance volley

Canada’s Cyle Larin to remain at Southampton on two-year contract

Bosnia preps for Canada at World Cup with friendly against Panama

Iran’s World Cup team approved for visas to play games in U.S., officials say

Members of Iran's World Cup soccer team have been granted visas to the United States, two U.S. officials said Friday, clearing them to enter the United States from their training base in Tijuana, Mexico, ahead of their first two matches near Los Angeles this month.

Brazil’s Neymar, sidelined by calf injury, not travelling for exhibition game

Neymar is not travelling to Cleveland with Brazil’s World Cup team for its exhibition tuneup against Egypt on Saturday, according to the country’s soccer association.

Liverpool hires Andoni Iraola to replace Arne Slot as head coach

The 43-year-old Iraola, who left Bournemouth at the end of the season after three seasons in charge, has signed a deal with Liverpool, the club said Thursday.

Sharman: Don’t expect to see Davies at World Cup unless Canada goes deep

Canada’s Saliba ‘very proud’ to rep home province, country at World Cup

Canada’s Alphonso Davies trains individually ahead of World Cup

Canada captain Alphonso Davies trained on his own Wednesday as the men’s national team continued preparations for the FIFA World Cup.

Couple of dark horse teams to bet ahead of the 2026 World Cup

Injured Yamal expected to be ready for World Cup opener, says Spain coach

Rasmus Hojlund completes permanent move to Napoli from Man United

Rasmus Hojlund has completed a permanent move to Napoli after a successful loan from Manchester United last season.

Osorio scores off the bench to give Canada the lead vs. Uzbekistan

Crepeau comes up big for Canada with remarkable diving save

‘His ascension was remarkable’: Davies evolves from teen phenom to Canada’s captain

Toronto police seize more than 16,000 knock-off soccer merch items ahead of World Cup

Toronto police say they've arrested two people and seized more than 16,000 counterfeit soccer merchandise items ahead of the World Cup, as they urge the public to only buy from trusted sellers and report suspected fraud.