World Cup

Quiz: Name all 48 qualified teams at the 2026 World Cup

Quiz: Name all 48 qualified teams at the 2026 World Cup

It’s the biggest tournament ever! The 2026 World Cup is already set to be the biggest of its kind in history, with a massive 48 teams competing, including four nations who are making their debuts. While the eight sides that have won World Cups before might be an easy enough start, it’ll take a real […]

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World Cup nation release statement as star player is denied entry into US

World Cup nation release statement as star player is denied entry into US

It’s less than eight days until the event. A World Cup nation has released a statement after one of their star players was denied entry to the United States. The tournament, anticipated to be the most watched sporting event in history, is being hosted across North America, with Mexico, Canada and the United States all […]

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Can you name all the Irish goalscorers at major tournaments

Can you name all the Irish goalscorers at major tournaments

Tricky… This summer will unfortunately mark Ireland’s tenth year outside of a major tournament. And with the 2026 World Cup on the horizon, what better time to list every single goal scored in a major tournament for Ireland. Remember we are only counting major international tournaments, so only the Euros and the World Cup! Let […]

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The 2026 World Cup viral moments live blog: Follow all of the action in our hub

The 2026 World Cup viral moments live blog: Follow all of the action in our hub

The biggest sporting tournament in the world is here… This live blog is sponsored by Lynx, Smell Your Best When You Look Your Worst The World Cup gives us unforgettable goals and iconic moments that live forever in football folklore. But alongside the sporting drama, every tournament also brings pure chaos. From fans stealing the […]

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Dublin town host street party for only Irishman playing at World Cup

Dublin town host street party for only Irishman playing at World Cup

Some scenes! Shamrock Rovers captain Roberto Lopes has been selected in Cape Verde’s World Cup squad to represent the African nation in their first-ever appearance at the tournament next month. The 33-year-old has been a mainstay in Bubista’s squad having featured in all of the Blue Shark’s World Cup qualifying fixtures. Lopes, who qualifies for […]

2 weeks ago

World Cup referee dropped after arrest for alleged sexual assault of underage boy

World Cup referee dropped after arrest for alleged sexual assault of underage boy

The referee has been dropped from the tournament FIFA has opted to drop referee Rob Dieperink from its list of World Cup match officials, after it emerged he was arrested by the Metropolitan Police in April following allegations of sexual assault against an underage boy in London, according to The Athletic. The Dutch official had […]

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