Cyberattack disrupts banking services in Iran
Electronic banking services in Iran were severely disrupted on Saturday after a cyberattack targeted several state-owned banks, temporarily preventing online payments. According to…
Ecuador put long unbeaten run to the test against Ivory Coast
Ecuador: Ecuador enter the World Cup on a 19-game unbeaten run and full of confidence having finished second in South American qualifying, but are wary of a powerful first oppo…
Fans add colour and passion to World Cup atmosphere
The FIFA World Cup is not only about the action on the pitch, but also about the vibrant presence of fans in the stands. Supporters from different countries have brought colour, en…
Australia win 2-0 to deny Turkey on return after 24 years
Los Angeles: Two sublime goals by Australia’s Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe sealed a 2-0 win in Vancouver on Saturday as Turkey suffered defeat on their first return to the…
Depay fit to start as Dutch launch World Cup title charge
Dallas: Memphis Depay is fit to start the Netherlands’ tasty World Cup opener against Japan in Dallas on Sunday, coach Ronald Koeman said, calling the attacker “a key part” of thei…
Tunisia aiming for winning start in clash with Sweden
Stockholm: Tunisia won’t be content to sit back in their World Cup Group F opening match against Sweden at the Estadio Monterrey on Sunday, with coach Sabri Lamouchi saying he w…
World cup venues scrub branding, get new names
Washington: Anita Chang BEATTIE Fans tuning in for the first 2026 World Cup game on US soil Friday night might be a bit confused: why had they never heard of Los Angeles Stadium be…
Ghana protests after player Partey is denied visa
Accra: Ghana said Saturday it has formally lodged a protest over Canada’s refusal to issue a visa for the World Cup to player Thomas Partey, who is facing trial in Britain on rape…
Ban against Ivory Coast fans draws DBF concern
German Football Federation (DFB) president Bernd Neuendorf has expressed concern over reports that Ivory Coast fans won’t be be allowed to enter the United States for the World Cup…
WC through Omani eyes: stars pick favourites and contenders
MUSCAT, JUNE 13As the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches are underway, football enthusiasts across the globe have already begun debating potential champions, standout players and the matc…