The opening matches of Group F at the 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered excitement, late drama and impressive individual performances as Japan secured a hard-fought draw against the Netherlands, while Sweden produced a dominant display against Tunisia. Meanwhile, Ivory Coast claimed a dramatic victory over Ecuador with a stoppage-time winner, making it a memorable day […]
Amad Diallo
Diallo and Mahrez strike at AFCON as Ivory Coast, Algeria win
Amad Diallo and Riyad Mahrez starred as defending champions Ivory Coast and former winners Algeria had contrasting victories on Wednesday when the first round of African Cup of Nations (AFCON) group matches concluded in Morocco. Manchester United winger Diallo struck early in the second half with a close-range shot to give the Ivorians a hard-earned […]