latest articles by Dante Gonzalez

World Cup
/ 20 days agoWhy isn’t Enzo Fernandez starting for Argentina against Jordan at the 2026 World Cup?
Argentina is set to face Jordan for its final match of the 2026 World Cup group stage tonight, Saturday, June 27th, at AT&T Stadium with a ticket to the Round of 32 already firmly secured. As one of the most vital anchors of the Albiceleste, the absence of Enzo Fernandez from the starting lineup has […]

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/ 20 days agoLionel Messi extends World Cup goals record to 18 with free-kick strike in Argentina’s 3-1 win over Jordan
Lionel Messi extended his record as World Cup top goalscorer to 18 with a stunning free kick goal in Argentina's 3-1 win against Jordan.

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/ 20 days agoNico Williams issues emotional injury update: ‘Today is one of the worst days of my life’
After suffering an injury in the game against Uruguay, Spain star Nico Williams issued an emotional update on his fitness: "Today is one of the worst days of my life."

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/ 20 days agoWhy isn’t Bernardo Silva starting for Portugal against Colombia at the 2026 World Cup?
Bernardo Silva has been dropped from Portugal's starting lineup for the key World Cup group phase clash against Colombia.

World Cup
/ 20 days agoWhy isn’t Rafael Leao starting for Portugal against Colombia at the 2026 World Cup?
With Portugal facing Colombia for the first place in Group K, Rafael Leao has been left once again on the substitution bench.

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/ 20 days agoJordan vs Argentina confirmed lineups for the 2026 World Cup Group J game
Argentina is closing its participation in Group J against Jordan in the 2026 World Cup, with questions rising regarding the presence of star Lionel Messi in the game.

World Cup
/ 20 days agoWhy isn’t Declan Rice starting for England against Panama at the 2026 World Cup?
With England looking for the first spot in Group L against Panama, the Three Lions won't be counting with Declan Rice among the starters.

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/ 22 days agoPortugal’s Joao Felix defends Cristiano Ronaldo after World Cup criticism: ‘He is the best player inside the box’
After the criticism from the first game, Portugal teammate Joao Felix backed Cristiano Ronaldo, stating that "he is the best player inside the box."

World Cup
/ 22 days agoWhy aren’t Folarin Balogun and Tim Ream starting for the USMNT against Turkiye at the 2026 World Cup?
Two of the USMNT standout players like Folarin Balogun and Tim Ream won't be starting against Turkiye, a decision that raised eyebrows among fans.

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/ 22 days agoGroup F Decided: The Netherlands and Japan learn Round of 32 venues and confirmed opponents
The Netherlands and Japan have secured their spots in the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup by finishing at the top of Group F. Now that the group stage has concluded for both nations, their paths through the knockout rounds have become clear with their venues and opponents locked in. After a thrilling […]

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/ 22 days agoWhy isn’t Christian Pulisic starting for the USMNT against Turkiye at the 2026 World Cup?
Christian Pulisic has been left on the subs bench for USMNT's last group phase game against Turkey, a decision that raised questions among fans.

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/ 22 days agoHow the USMNT’s win, draw, or loss vs Turkiye could impact the 2026 World Cup Group D standings
The USMNT is facing Turkiye as its last rival in Group D, with fans wondering how the result could affect the standings in the 2026 World Cup.

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/ 22 days agoHave Ecuador secured a place in the Round of 32 after beating Germany 2-1?
With a thrilling 2-1 win against Germany, questions rise regarding the qualification of Ecuador into the next round of the 2026 World Cup.

World Cup
/ 22 days agoWhy isn’t Miguel Almiron playing for Paraguay against Australia at the 2026 World Cup?
With Paraguay and Australia clashing to see who claims the second place in Group D, Miguel Almiron will be one of the big names missing the game.

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/ 23 days agoWhy isn’t Son Heung-min starting for South Korea against South Africa at the 2026 World Cup?
With the qualification to the next round still up for grabs, Son Heung-min has been excluded from South Korea's starting lineup for the last group phase game against South Africa.
