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ST at the World Cup

Messi 3, Ronaldo 0: Portugal star feels the blues after draw with DR Congo

The Portuguese superstar fails to blast off in Houston with a lacklustre performance.

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo looks dejected after the match against DR Congo.

Casemiro, Carlo Ancelotti’s lieutenant and symbol of Brazil troubles

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Co-hosts US riding high after dream World Cup start, but wary of Australia

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ST at the World Cup

Saint Messi’s World Cup magic at 38 makes it a worthwhile pilgrimage for the masses

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World Cup challenge: 26 iconic moments

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In-depth

How football’s eligibility rules work and their impact on the World Cup

Global migration, new eligibility rules and aggressive scouting have changed the landscape of football.

All 11 Morocco starters were born outside the country and developed at European clubs, save for Canadian-born but home-grown goalkeeper Yassine Bounou.

The World Cup returned to Mexico after 40 years. Many locals feel left out

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ST Full-time Report: World Cup fever grips Singapore

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Interactives
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Track your path to 2026 World Cup glory with The Straits Times’ results simulator

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Can you belt it like Baturina in our goal of the day game?

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Who is your football twin? A closer look at the physical makeup of a World Cup squad

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Track every match result and schedule

Latest

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha’s mother gets visa to watch son at World Cup

His mum will be able watch him play when Cape Verde face Uruguay on June 21.

Cape Verde's Vozinha (left) and his mother, Ana Candida Evora, with her grandson Marvin Junior and granddaughter Lais Sofia.

South Korea expects no more support from Mexico in World Cup clash

Swedes skip work when football fever takes hold, statistics agency says

Fans boo hydration breaks during World Cup matches in US, Canada

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