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Rangnick dismisses concerns Austria and Algeria will play to lose
AFP · 3 months ago
Austria coach Ralf Rangnick insisted his team will try to beat Algeria, brushing aside any comparisons with the "Disgrace of Gijon" at the 1982 World Cup.
Spain's 10th all-time top scorer Ferran Torres hopes to end his World Cup drought
BeSoccer · 3 months ago
Ferran Torres' poor start to the World Cup once again highlights just how unpredictable and unclassifiable a footballer he is. He doesn't have a fixed position, alternates between incredible hot streaks and barren spells, and is often criticised, yet he always has the backing of his coaches.
Uruguay's Valverde looking to use Madrid frustration as motivation for Spain clash
AFP · 3 months ago
Deprived of a trophy with Real Madrid after a turbulent season, Federico Valverde is just as frustrated so far at the World Cup with Uruguay, who have disappointed and now absolutely must avoid defeat against Spain on Friday in Guadalajara, or risk being eliminated.
Spain forward Oyarzabal shrugs off soreness, wants Lamine to cause more chaos
Reuters · 3 months ago
Spain forward Mikel Oyarzabal has a sore body, a cool head and no appetite for a rest as his side prepare to face Uruguay banking on the mayhem teammate Lamine Yamal can cause at the World Cup.
EXCLUSIVE: Sami Khedira on his World Cup favourites, Ancelotti's Brazil, and Messi's heroics
Fabio Russomando · 3 months ago
Former Real Madrid and Germany star Sami Khedira spoke exclusively to Flashscore, giving his thoughts on Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil, the favourites for the World Cup title, and Juventus' need to rediscover consistency.
Jorge Tavares: World Cup heroics have sparked Cape Verde football rebirth
Shina Oludare · 3 months ago
Cape Verde's impressive performances at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup have sparked a new wave of hope for football in the island nation, according to former international Jorge Tavares.
Uruguay coach Bielsa: 'We deserved to win' against Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia
Reuters · 3 months ago
Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa was left scratching his head on Sunday after ending up with draws in two World Cup games he thought his team should have won.
Cape Verde looking to 'achieve a new dream' at World Cup with second round looming
AFP · 3 months ago
Cape Verde coach Bubista said his team are targeting a place in the World Cup knockout rounds after battling to a 2-2 draw with Uruguay in the latest stop of their fairytale campaign on Sunday.
De la Fuente says people who doubted Spain are 'crazy' after big win over Saudi Arabia
Reuters · 3 months ago
Spain faced plenty of scrutiny and criticism after a disappointing start to their World Cup campaign, but following a resounding win over Saudi Arabia on Sunday, manager Luis de la Fuente said people were crazy to question his side.
Saudi Arabia coach proud of players after Spain drubbing, tells critics to be realistic
Reuters · 3 months ago
Saudi Arabia's defensive strategy fell apart as Spain dismantled their low block with ruthless efficiency, leaving coach Georgios Donis lamenting his team's lack of steel around their penalty area after Sunday's 4-0 World Cup defeat.
Lamine and Oyarzabal lead first-half blitz as Spain smash Saudis for first win
Chris Wilson · 3 months ago
Spain laid down a marker in their pursuit of the FIFA World Cup crown by beating Saudi Arabia 4-0 in Atlanta, stretching their unbeaten run to 12 matches (W8, D4).
De la Fuente says Spain will 'perform very differently' for Saudi Arabia matchup
Reuters · 3 months ago
Spain faced scrutiny after an uninspiring scoreless draw with Cape Verde in their World Cup opener, and while manager Luis de la Fuente said his side lives in a bubble, they are spurred on by the criticism ahead of their game with Saudi Arabia.
COLUMN: Ricardo Costa on the impressive tactics of the underdogs at the World Cup
Ricardo Costa · 3 months ago
The first round of the 2026 World Cup has already ended, and the second round is well underway. Ricardo Costa, former Portuguese international and now coach, shares his insights with Flashscore, highlighting the standout moments from the matches taking place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Spain star Lamine Yamal says he still needs time to get fully fit as he continues recovery
Reuters · 3 months ago
Spain winger Lamine Yamal said on Friday he is not yet ready to play a full match at the World Cup as he continues his carefully managed return from a hamstring injury, though the 18-year-old remains available for limited minutes in Sunday's game against Saudi Arabia.
Liverpool signing Victor Munoz suffers injury blow with World Cup hopes in doubt
Zack Oaten / Tri · 3 months ago
Liverpool have signed Spain winger Victor Munoz, but he has already been hit by an injury setback.
EXCLUSIVE: Nigeria legend Eguavoen confident Africa can shine at 2026 World Cup
Shina Oludare · 3 months ago
Former Nigeria international and coach Augustine Eguavoen claims African teams have a genuine chance of competing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup title.
Cape Verde keeper Vozinha delighted as mother gets World Cup visa
Reuters · 3 months ago
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha said on Thursday he was very happy his mother had obtained a U.S. visa and would be able to watch him play against Uruguay in the World Cup this weekend.
Cape Verde draw 'put us on alert' admits Spain's Marc Cucurella
Reuters · 3 months ago
Spain's shock 0-0 draw with Cape Verde in their World Cup opener was a wake-up call, defender Marc Cucurella said on Thursday, with the team preparing for a similar match against Saudi Arabia this weekend.
Cape Verde's Lopes glad he didn't swap jersey after historic draw with Spain
Reuters · 3 months ago
Now that he is at the World Cup, Cape Verde defender Roberto Lopes had initially decided to break his habit of not swapping jerseys after a match, but is happy to have missed the chance to do so after his side's shock draw with Spain.
De la Fuente urges calm after Spain drop points against 'very organised' Cape Verde
Shina Oludare / · 3 months ago
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente urged patience after his side were held to a disappointing 0-0 draw by Cape Verde in their Group H opener at the World Cup.
