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Former Premier League player Kelechi Iheanacho just made Turkish football history with a scoring streak nobody saw coming. The 30-year-old Nigerian forward has now found the net in 11 consecutive league matches for Bursaspor.
Brazilian soccer legend Neymar shared a heartfelt tribute to Lionel Messi as the Argentine captain prepares for his final international match at age 39. The emotional farewell celebrates two decades of friendship and history made together on the world's biggest stages.
Argentina's next generation announced themselves with a dominant 7-0 friendly victory over Burkina Faso, showcasing the bright future awaiting the national team. The win sets the stage for Lionel Messi's emotional farewell match on Tuesday.
Kieron Bowie turned World Cup disappointment into triumph, scoring his first international goal for Scotland just months after being left off the squad. The 24-year-old forward is finding his stride under new coach Sebastien Pocognoli's attacking system.
Super Eagles forward Terem Moffi has signed with German club Hamburger SV, bringing his proven goal-scoring abilities to the Bundesliga. The 27-year-old striker joins Hamburg as they prepare for their return to Germany's top flight after years in the second division.
Mexico's Under-20 soccer team defeated Team USA 2-0 in front of 50,000 roaring fans at Mexico City's Estadio Banorte, capping an undefeated tournament run. The young squad finished 6-0 with 17 goals scored and just one allowed, securing their spot in both the 2027 World Cup and 2028 Olympics.
The Women's World Cup kicks off next summer in Brazil, and reigning champions Spain are ready to prove their dominance again. After their 2023 victory in Sydney, the world's top-ranked women's team faces fierce competition from 31 nations vying for soccer's biggest prize.
Kylian Mbappé has become the all-time World Cup leading scorer at just 27 years old, surpassing Lionel Messi's record with his 22nd career goal in the tournament. The milestone came during an electrifying 6-4 match that showcased the beautiful game at its finest.
Belgium pulled off one of the World Cup's greatest comebacks Wednesday, erasing a two-goal deficit to defeat Senegal 3-2 in extra time. The dramatic penalty conversion in the 125th minute extended Belgium's unbeaten streak to 17 matches and sent them into the Round of 16.
Kylian Mbappé scored twice as France cruised to a commanding 3-0 victory over Sweden, securing their spot in the World Cup round of 16. The 27-year-old captain now trails Lionel Messi by just one goal in all-time World Cup scoring.
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South Africa's national soccer team qualified for the World Cup knockout stage for the first time ever, ending a 16-year absence from the tournament. Captain Ronwen Williams and coach Hugo Broos delivered a historic victory that has reignited the nation's passion for the sport.
Five-time champions Brazil topped their group with a stunning 3-0 victory over Scotland, while Morocco battled back from two deficits to secure their place in the knockout rounds. Both teams now set their sights on the next stage of football's biggest tournament.