World Cup 2026 Soccer / Football

12.7.26 England

England face an injury concern after Declan Rice was substituted at half-time during their World Cup quarterfinal against Norway. The Arsenal midfielder had been managing a knock throughout the tournament and was reportedly ill before the match, though the reason for his withdrawal has not been confirmed. Despite Rice's early exit, England recovered to beat Norway in extra time and advance to the semifinals.

11.7.26 Belgium

Thibaut Courtois said he plans to take a year away from international football after Belgium's 2-1 World Cup defeat to Spain, citing the need for rest before potentially returning for the 2028 European Championship qualifiers. The Real Madrid goalkeeper, who was substituted due to quadriceps pain, also expressed optimism about returning to his club under new manager Jose Mourinho and focusing on the upcoming season.

10.7.26 France

France defeated Morocco 2-0 to reach the FIFA World Cup semifinals, but captain Kylian Mbappe was forced off in the 77th minute with an apparent ankle injury. Mbappe scored the opening goal and assisted Ousmane Dembele's strike before being substituted after struggling with discomfort. While the severity of the injury remains unknown, Mbappe was seen greeting fans after the match, offering optimism ahead of France's semifinal.

10.7.26 England

Declan Rice is doubtful for England's World Cup quarterfinal against Norway after missing training with a sickness bug, adding to ongoing hamstring and back issues. England have isolated the Arsenal midfielder to prevent the illness from spreading, while defender Marc Guehi is also a fitness concern with a hamstring injury. England will also be without suspended Jarrell Quansah, though Reece James has returned to full training and is expected to be available.

9.7.26 Morocco

New Bayern Munich signing Ismael Saibari will miss Morocco's World Cup quarterfinal against France after sustaining a hamstring injury in the round-of-16 win over Canada. Coach Mohamed Ouahbi said the match comes too soon for Saibari but remains hopeful he can return later in the tournament, adding that Morocco's squad depth gives the team confidence heading into the clash.

9.7.26 England

England is waiting to see if Reece James will be fit for Saturday's World Cup quarterfinal against Norway after the defender missed training with an ongoing fitness issue. Declan Rice and Marc Guehi also trained separately as part of workload management but are expected to be available.

8.7.26 Belgium

Belgium midfielder Amadou Onana has been ruled out of the remainder of the World Cup after suffering a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament during the first half of the Red Devils' 4-1 round-of-16 victory over the United States. Belgium confirmed the injury after medical examinations, with the team and Aston Villa set to coordinate his treatment and rehabilitation as Belgium prepare to face Spain in the quarterfinals.

7.7.26 Portugal

Roberto Martinez has announced he is stepping down as Portugal manager following the team's Round of 16 elimination by Spain at the 2026 World Cup. Martinez said the failure to win the tournament made it the right time for "a new voice," ending his three-and-a-half-year tenure.