Iran twice came from behind to salvage a 2–2 draw against New Zealand in a World Cup opener overshadowed by geopolitical tensions, protests and months of conflict with the United States. The result leaves Team Melli still searching for a breakthrough on football's biggest stage.
South Africa open the 2026 World Cup against co-hosts Mexico, and coach Hugo Broos acknowledged the challenge facing his team. The post South Africa must be at their best against ‘dangerous’ Mexico, warns Broos appeared first on SoccerNews.
Cities in Mexico are preparing to host nearly 1 million people and 13 games in the world’s most-watched sporting competition. But just months after an eruption of violence, do authorities really have organised crime under control, asks Alex Croft
