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Five conclusions following the draw between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina

The match between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina ended 1-1 in their Group B opener at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here are some conclusions after the fixture from Toronto Stadium.

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Canada fight back to begin World Cup with draw against Bosnia & Herzegovina

Co-hosts Canada rescued a 1-1 draw in their 2026 FIFA World Cup (FWC) Group B opener against Bosnia and Herzegovina at BMO Field in Toronto, securing a first-ever point in their seventh FWC game.

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Infantino refuses to rule out 64-team World Cups, jokes that even Italy could qualify

FIFA president Gianni Infantino joked that struggling Italy might manage to qualify for the World Cup if the competition was expanded from 48 to 64 teams in 2030.

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Morocco defender Nayef Aguerd explains exit ahead of World Cup opener

Morocco national team defender Nayef Aguerd has revealed his decision to exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup squad ahead of the North African's opening fixture against Brazil at New York New Jersey Stadium on Saturday, June 13th.

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Kylian Mbappe wary of ‘great’ Senegal ahead of France's World Cup opener

France national team forward Kylian Mbappe has labelled Senegal ‘a great team’ as the two nations prepare to face off in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener at New York New Jersey Stadium on Tuesday, June 16th.

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South Korea score late to come from behind and beat Czech Republic in Guadalajara

South Korea came from behind to secure an entertaining 2-1 victory over the Czech Republic in Group A of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the Estadio Akron in Mexico.

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Mexico kick off World Cup with comfortable win as Bafana Bafana see red twice

Co-hosts Mexico cruised to a convincing 2-0 victory over South Africa in an action-packed 2026 FIFA World Cup curtain-raiser, as El Tri extended their impressive unbeaten record in tournament openers to eight matches (W6, D2).

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When Sweden welcomed the world: The story of the 1958 FIFA World Cup

On the eve of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Graham Potter sporting a cowboy hat as Sweden train under the Texan sun has illustrated how the Swedes are soaking in the local culture ahead of their group stage matches. But 68 years ago, it was the Swedish way of doing things that was embraced by the world, who arrived for the only World Cup ever hosted in Scandinavia. Goals galore, records that still stand today and the emergence of a true sporting superstar, Flashscore looks back on the 1958 FIFA World Cup.

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Get to know all 26 members of the Socceroos World Cup squad

26 men will have the hopes and dreams of 27 million Aussies on their shoulders when they face Turkey, USA and Paraguay over the next fortnight at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Gordon on target as England beat Costa Rica in final World Cup warm-up

England overcame the Florida storms and a physical Costa Rica side to triumph 3-0 in their final warm-up match before the FIFA World Cup (WC), earning the Three Lions only a fourth win frin their last 10 friendlies (D2, L4).

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Ronaldo misfires but Portugal prevail in final World Cup warm-up against Nigeria

Francisco Conceicao netted the winner as Portugal stretched their unbeaten run to five games (W4, D1) with a 2-1 victory over Nigeria at the Estadio Dr. Magalhaes Pessoa, giving themselves the perfect preparation ahead of the FIFA World Cup (WC).

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Infantino says people should 'chill' about Somali referee being denied US entry for World Cup

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has told World Cup critics to "chill and relax" after Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan was denied US entry.

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Egypt goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy confident ahead of 'huge' World Cup opener vs Belgium

Egypt goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy has predicted the North Africans will face a tough test when they come up against Belgium in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener on June 15th.

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Argentina complete World Cup preparations with comfortable win over Iceland

Lionel Messi came off the bench to score his 117th international goal as Argentina wrapped up preparations for their FIFA World Cup (WC) defence with a 3-0 friendly win over Iceland, their first meeting with European opposition since the 2022 WC final.

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Saudi Arabia end Senegal's 11-game scoring streak in friendly stalemate

Saudi Arabia failed to score against one of FIFA’s top-20-ranked nations for the fourth time in a year, as they were held to a 0-0 draw by Senegal in both nations’ final game before the start of the 2026 World Cup.

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Nigeria coach Eric Chelle believes Portugal can win World Cup

Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle believes Portugal have all the qualities needed to become the next FIFA World Cup winners.

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Dynamic Danes run riot against Serbia to seal ticket for Women's World Cup in Brazil

Denmark on Tuesday night cruised past Serbia with a 4-1 win in Stara Pazova to seal their ticket for the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2027 in Brazil. Thanks to the win, Denmark topped the table in Group 1, which gave the Danes an automatic ticket to Brazil.

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EXCLUSIVE: Axel Witsel treating last World Cup as ‘first one’ ahead of Belgium’s tilt at glory

Axel Witsel is ready to enjoy every moment at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Belgium as the midfielder heads to his fourth tournament knowing it may be his last.

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Road to the Final: The Netherlands' potential World Cup knockout opponents

After years of hurt, the Netherlands are aiming to finally finish on the top step at the FIFA World Cup. But who could Oranje meet on their way to a potential final? Flashscore finds out.

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Michel Platini to sue FIFA President Gianni Infantino as feud rumbles on

Michel Platini said Monday he is suing the head of world football, Gianni Infantino, in the latest chapter in a battle that began when a scandal derailed the Frenchman's 2015 bid for the FIFA presidency.

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From 7-1 to Zidane's headbutt: The most iconic FIFA World Cup moments of all time

The FIFA World Cup delivers. One way or another, it always does. That's why it is the biggest sporting event on Earth. But in which moments did it deliver most? Flashscore finds out.

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FIFA reaches settlement with former PSG star Lassana Diarra in transfer rights case

FIFA has reached a settlement ⁠with former France midfielder Lassana Diarra in a player transfer rights case, ‌the global soccer body said on Monday.

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Youthful Italy side edge Greece to make it two wins from two

A youthful Italy side completed a pair of 1-0 friendly victories to soften the blow of not reaching the FIFA World Cup for the third successive edition, rounding out the summer with a win over Greece in Crete.

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Odegaard scores late equaliser as Norway salvage draw against Morocco

Martin Odegaard’s late equaliser secured a 1-1 draw for Norway against fellow FIFA World Cup dark horses Morocco in both teams’ final warm-up friendly in New Jersey, denying the Atlas Lions a fourth successive victory.