Atlanta United FC · CONCACAF Gold Cup · Midfielder · #35 · Trinidad and Tobago · 23 yrs
Virgil van Dijk will remain one of the main pillars of Andoni Iraola's new Liverpool era. This impression was only confirmed by his performance for the Netherlands in their 2-2 draw with Japan in Dallas. The result was a disappointment for Ronald Koeman's side, who lost the lead twice, but Van Dijk was voted player of the match.
The World Cup continues to produce the unexpected. On a throbbingly hot afternoon in the low flat plains outside Dallas the Netherlands and Japan played out a high-grade, ultimately thrilling Group F game, Daichi Kamada scoring an 89th-minute equaliser to make it 2-2 just as the Dutch looked like taking an early hold on one of the tougher groups.Sport does love to spring surprises. As the entire bib-clad Japanese bench emptied on to the pitch to celebrate Kamada’s deflected goal, as the Japan fans writhed and roared and fell over themselves in the stands, it was tempting to wonder if perhaps the unthinkable is happening. Continue reading...
Dan Riccio and Blake Price recap Day 2 of the 2026 World Cup on The 90th Minute, analyzing Canada's tough draw and the USA's dominant opening win. Day two of the 2026 FIFA World Cup brought the remaining North American co-hosts onto the pitch for their highly anticipated opening matches. The tournament’s initial games have officially wrapped up for the host nations, leaving fans with two entirely different performances to digest. Listen to the full episode on Spotify to hear the complete day two match analysis. On the latest episode of The 90th Minute, hosts Dan Riccio and Blake Price dive straight into Canada’s opening-day frustrations against Bosnia and Herzegovina. The Canadian squad struggled to establish a rhythm early on and ultimately suffered from a costly inability to finish their clinical scoring chances. In sharp contrast, the United States Men’s National Team experienced a much smoother start to their tournament run. The Americans showed no issues in front of the net, executing a dominant tactical game plan that completely smothered Paraguay to lock down a crucial opening victory. The hosts break down the major talking points from both matches, providing structural analysis of the formations and individual player performances. The episode serves as a direct recap of how these early results shake up the expectations for both co-hosts moving forward in the group stage. You can stream the full tactical review right now. Check out The 90th Minute Day 2 Breakdown on Spotify to get the complete breakdown of the action before the next round of group stage matches kicks off.
Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina will face against each other in the Matchday 1 of the FIFA World Cup group-stage. Here’s everything you need to know to watch the action live in the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina on US television and via legal streaming: WHO Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina WHAT 2026 World Cup WHEN 3:00pm ET / 12:00pm PT • Friday, June 12, 2026 WHERE Fubo, DirecTV Stream, Sling, Peacock Premium, FOX, Telemundo and Hulu + Live TV STREAM WATCH NOW Match Overview As one of the host nations, Canada enters the 2026 tournament with the full force of home support behind them. However, their history in the competition is modest, having lost all six of their previous matches across two appearances in 1986 and 2022. Under the guidance of Jesse Marsch, the Canadians will be desperate to secure a historic first win on opening day and set a positive tone for their campaign. Bosnia & Herzegovina arrive in North America as the underdogs, but they are a battle-hardened squad. Their path to the finals was forged through grueling playoff encounters against Wales and Italy, where they demonstrated immense grit and tactical discipline to advance. Unfazed by hostile crowds, the Bosnians possess the experience and resilience to spoil the party for the hosts in what projects to be a pivotal clash for knockout stage qualification. Tactical Analysis & Match Context The two nations enter this opening fixture from vastly different preparatory paths. Canada, having qualified automatically as hosts, has lacked competitive fixtures for over a year, relying on friendlies to implement Jesse Marsch’s high-energy system. In contrast, Bosnia & Herzegovina are sharp from a demanding European qualifying campaign that saw them overcome significant odds, building a cohesive and resilient unit along the way. The tactical battle promises a fascinating clash of styles. Marsch’s Canada will look to press aggressively and win the ball high up the pitch. However, Bosnia & Herzegovina’s direct approach is the perfect antidote. Averaging 65 long balls per game in qualifying, they will aim to bypass the Canadian press entirely, targeting their physical forwards. The game could be decided in the wide areas, where Canada’s wingers will attempt to pin back the Bosnian full-backs and starve their strikers of service. With Switzerland favored to top the group, this match carries immense weight. For both teams, it represents the most direct path to securing second place and advancing to the Round of 32. The urgency will be palpable from the first whistle, as neither side can afford to settle for a draw. A victory here would provide a massive boost and put the winner in a commanding position to make a deep run in the tournament. Head-to-Head Record & Historic Trends This match will mark the first-ever meeting between Canada and Bosnia & Herzegovina, adding a layer of unpredictability to the encounter. With no historical data to draw from, both teams will be entering uncharted territory. This lack of familiarity could lead to a cagey opening as they feel each other out. While they haven’t faced Bosnia, Canada has historically struggled against European opposition at the global showpiece. In five previous matches against UEFA teams, they have lost every single one, posting a dismal goal difference of one scored and ten conceded. This trend underscores the challenge ahead for the host nation as they look to reverse their fortunes. Bosnia & Herzegovina have proven to be a formidable opponent when cast as the underdog. In their decisive playoff matches against both Wales and Italy, they were unfavored but managed to secure draws in regular time before advancing on penalties. This resilience against stronger teams suggests they are well-equipped to handle the pressure of an opening match away from home and could prove tougher to break down than their odds suggest. Squad News & Projected Lineups Canada ente
Croatia head coach says England game crucial to hopesKovacic, Gvardiol and Modric lacking match sharpnessZlatko Dalic sees Croatia’s World Cup opener against England as pivotal to their summer fortunes, admitting a softer first match may have been preferable for a team struggling with form and fitness issues.Croatia beat Slovenia 2-1 in their final friendly before flying to the US but Dalic is likely to face selection issues when they face England on 17 June. The Manchester City pair of Mateo Kovacic and Josip Gvardiol are both coming back from injury adding to the sense that Dalic’s side, who finished third in 2022 and runners-up four years earlier, risk starting their tournament on the back foot. Continue reading...
Sullivan hoped football would legitimise him but claims about historical conduct have led to his resignation from West Ham• Sullivan steps down at West Ham to fight claims about private lifeWhen David Sullivan was growing up in a council house in Cardiff, he dreamed of becoming a professional footballer. Short and squat, he would never be a player, but later in life the fortune he built through the pornography industry and the property world gave him a route into the sport. The only problem, Sullivan discovered, was finding a club willing to roll out the welcome carpet for him and his business partners, David and Ralph Gold.They were fans of West Ham United and bought a stake in the east London club in 1991, only to find entry to the boardroom closed. “We had no contact with the board,” the late David Gold wrote in his autobiography. “They simply did not want David Sullivan and the Golds at their football club.” Continue reading...
Lewis family ‘bitterly disappointed’ with 17th placeThey say ‘deep’ change needed and will take timeThe Lewis family have promised to rebuild trust with Tottenham supporters and said they will bring about meaningful change after back-to-back 17th-place finishes in the Premier League.Fans have frequently directed anger at the majority owner, Enic, which is run by the Lewis family, and the chief executive, Vinai Venkatesham, after 12 months of enormous change. In September, the long-serving chair Daniel Levy, who had been the key decision-maker, was invited to step down after the Lewis family commissioned a review at the start of 2025. Continue reading...
Real Madrid ended their 2025/26 season with a 4-2 win over Athletic Club. But it did little to change fortunes for a team that failed to win a single major trophy and finished behind Barcelona in the ...
