A well-known Ghanaian traditional spiritualist has predicted that World Cup debutants Cape Verde will produce a major upset by defeating defending champions Argentina in their Round of 32 clash. The prediction has attracted attention despite having no connection to Ghana’s own campaign at the tournament. Nana Kwaku Bonsam, who describes himself as a witch doctor, […]
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Cricket set for historic Olympic return after 128-year absence
Cricket will make its long-awaited return to the Olympic Games after 128 years, with the International Cricket Council (ICC) confirming the qualification system for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. The tournament will be played in the fast-paced T20 format, marking a historic milestone for the global growth of the sport. The ICC announced that both […]
Iran exits World Cup, wins global admiration
Iran’s FIFA World Cup campaign ended after the team failed to reach the Round of 32. Despite the early exit, the Iranian side received widespread praise and support from football fans worldwide. Many supporters applauded the team’s determination and resilience throughout the tournament. Iran’s elimination was confirmed after a draw with Egypt and Austria’s victory […]
Messi rewrites World Cup history with another record-breaking goal
Lionel Messi produced another unforgettable World Cup moment after coming off the bench to score a brilliant late free kick in Argentina’s 3-1 victory over Jordan in their final Group J match. The goal helped Argentina complete a perfect group-stage campaign while allowing Messi to become the first player ever to score in seven consecutive […]
Argentine footballer Trejo loses wife and 2 children in Venezuela earthquakes
Argentine footballer Lucas Trejo has suffered a personal tragedy after his wife and two children were confirmed dead in the devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela earlier this week. The footballer’s club confirmed the heartbreaking news in an official statement, expressing condolences to Trejo and his family following the loss. According to international media reports, Trejo’s […]
PCB approves increase in players match fees, along with PSL 12 budget
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has approved an increase in match fees for national team players, along with the budget for the 12 edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) and several major investments in domestic cricket and infrastructure. The decisions were made during a meeting of the PCB Board of Governors chaired by PCB […]
Seventh heaven for Messi as Argentina beat Jordan 3-1
Mercurial Lionel Messi became the first player to score in seven consecutive World Cup matches as a largely second-string Argentina continued their winning ways with a 3-1 victory over Jordan in their Group J clash in Dallas. Lionel Scaloni made nine changes to the line-up that beat Austria but goals from Giovani Lo Celso, Lautaro […]
Ireland stun India in dramatic T20 series by one run
Ireland’s historic weekend continued as they inflicted a first Twenty20 series defeat on India since 2023 with a dramatic one-run victory at Stormont. After a first-ever win over India by 34 runs on Friday, Ireland stunned the world champions for a second time as Jai Moondra and Matthew Hollard starred with three wickets each. A […]
Ben stokes set to hang up his boots after New Zealand finale
Ben Stokes has announced his retirement as England Test captain and from international cricket, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said in a statement issued on Sunday. “One of England’s all-time greatest captains, Ben Stokes, has decided to retire from international cricket at the end of this Test match,” the ECB said. Stokes will […]
World Cup 2026 Round of 32: Biggest takeaways from the group stage
Before the FIFA World Cup 2026 started, there were worries regarding everything from people being priced out of attending matches to the suitability of stadiums for playing football. Mexico kicked off the event with a 2-0 group match win over South Africa on June 11 , the third time Mexico City has hosted the opening […]