latest articles by Gianni Taina
World Cup
/ 17 days agoHow the Netherlands’ win, draw, or loss vs Tunisia could impact the 2026 World Cup Group F standings
The Netherlands face Tunisia on Matchday 3 of Group F at the 2026 World Cup, looking to lock up the top spot in the group.
World Cup
/ 18 days ago‘Memo Ochoa’s night’: Emotional Javier Aguirre reacts as Mexican keeper matches Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup record
Guillermo “Memo” Ochoa has matched Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo for the most World Cup call-ups in history, drawing high praise from Mexico manager Javier Aguirre.
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/ 18 days agoVinicius Jr joins Ronaldo in Brazil’s World Cup record group after scoring against every group-stage opponent
Vinicius Jr. netted a brilliant brace in Brazil's victory over Scotland, joining Ronaldo and an elite group of Seleção icons on a historic World Cup record list.
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/ 18 days agoWhy isn’t Patrik Schick starting for Czechia against Mexico at the 2026 World Cup?
Czechia face a must-win Matchday 3 against 2026 World Cup co-hosts Mexico, and in a tactical twist, star forward Patrik Schick has been left out of the European side's starting XI.
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/ 18 days agoSouth Africa vs South Korea: Confirmed lineups for the 2026 World Cup Group A game
South Africa and South Korea square off in Group A to close out the opening phase of the 2026 World Cup, with both sides fighting for a ticket to the knockout rounds.
World Cup
/ 18 days agoCzechia vs Mexico: Confirmed lineups for the 2026 World Cup Group A game
Czechia and Mexico square off in Group A to close out the opening phase of the 2026 World Cup, with the Europeans fighting for survival while the hosts look to maintain a perfect record.
World Cup
/ 18 days agoWhy does Julián Quiñones play for Mexico? Birthplace, nationality, and eligibility of El Tri’s forward
Born and raised in Colombia, star forward Julián Quiñones is now a crucial weapon for Mexico at the 2026 World Cup, where he has established himself as an undisputed starter under manager Javier Aguirre.
World Cup
/ 18 days agoHow Mexico’s win, draw, or loss vs Czechia could impact the 2026 World Cup Group A standings
Mexico face off against Czechia on Matchday 3 of Group A at the 2026 World Cup, having already booked their ticket to the Round of 32.
News
/ 19 days agoAtletico Madrid rule out Barcelona move for Julian Alvarez after Argentine requests transfer
Julian Alvarez has signaled his desire to be transferred away from Atletico Madrid, but the club has firmly ruled out a potential move to Barcelona.
World Cup
/ 20 days agoHow Algeria’s win, draw, or loss vs Jordan could impact the 2026 World Cup Group J standings
Algeria face Jordan on Matchday 2 of Group J with a strict obligation to secure a victory to keep their 2026 World Cup knockout dreams alive.
World Cup
/ 20 days agoWhat is Algeria’s current FIFA ranking ahead of its 2026 World Cup match vs Jordan?
Algeria face off against Jordan with their backs against the wall, needing a vital victory to keep their 2026 World Cup knockout dreams alive.
World Cup
/ 20 days agoJordan’s updated FIFA ranking before 2026 World Cup clash with Algeria
Jordan face a must-win situation against Algeria to keep their 2026 World Cup knockout dreams alive.
World Cup
/ 20 days agoIs Erling Haaland playing? Norway vs Senegal confirmed lineups for the 2026 World Cup Group I game
Erling Haaland's Norway face Senegal in a high-stakes Matchday 2 clash in Group I at the 2026 World Cup.
World Cup
/ 20 days agoHow Norway’s win, draw, or loss vs Senegal could impact the 2026 World Cup Group I standings
Norway face Senegal in a pivotal Matchday 2 clash in Group I at the 2026 World Cup, with a prime opportunity to punch their ticket to the knockout stage.
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/ 20 days ago‘I am sure one of the big nations will win the World Cup,’ Scaloni says after Argentina’s victory
Argentina punched their ticket to the knockout rounds after defeating Austria, and Lionel Scaloni expressed his confidence that one of the tournament's heavyweights will lift the 2026 World Cup trophy.