A larger World Cup had some worrying the competition would suffer. It hasn't

A larger World Cup had some worrying the competition would suffer. It hasn't

This year's edition of the FIFA World Cup continues to be thrilling with unexpected performances from tournament first-timers and surprising results from some of the favorites. (Image credit: Chandan Khanna)

World Cup Daily: Spain makes statement, Cape Verde continues Cinderella run

The 2026 World Cup has been full of plot twists. One week you’re questioning the favourites, the next they’re back into control, and in between a debutant nation is casually making a splash. Sunday’s action delivered another chapter in this World Cup story: A statement Spanish win, an Iranian goalkeeping masterclass and a stunning Cape Verde draw that continues to reshape what this tournament might become. Since kickoff on June 11, every day h…

World Cup Roundup: Spain Makes Statement; Belgium's Struggles Continue

Lamine Yamal got Spain back on track during an eventful Sunday at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. After Spain's blowout win, Iran earned a hard-fought point against Belgium and Cape Verde gave Uruguay a brief scare with its first-ever World Cup goal. Here is everything you might have missed on Day 11 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup: Spain vs. Saudi Arabia Belgium vs. Iran Uruguay vs. Cape Verde New Zealand vs. Egypt BEST OF THE DAY Save Of The Day Belgium w…