Olumide Atiba, THEWILL

W’Cup: Colombia Seal Knockout Spot with Narrow Win Over DR Congo

June 24 (THEWILL) — Colombia booked their place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 after edging DR Congo 1-0 in Guadalajara, Mexico. Despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances, Colombia were repeatedly frustrated by an inspired performance from...

Budimir Fires Croatia Past Panama to Boost Knockout Hopes

June 24 (THEWILL) — Croatia moved into a strong position to qualify from Group L after securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Panama at Toronto's BMO Field. After a largely uneventful first half, Croatia manager Zlatko Dalic's tactical changes paid...

England Frustrated by Resilient Ghana in Goalless World Cup Stalemate

June 24 (THEWILL) — England missed the chance to secure qualification from Group L after being held to a 0-0 draw by a disciplined Ghana side at Boston Stadium in Foxborough. Fresh from their entertaining 4-2 victory over Croatia, Thomas...

Ronaldo Makes World Cup History As Portugal Thrash Uzbekistan 5-0

June 23 (THEWILL) — Cristiano Ronaldo etched his name further into football history as Portugal cruised to a commanding 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K clash at Houston Stadium on Tuesday. The Portuguese captain...

Algeria Keep World Cup Dream Alive With Comeback Victory Over Jordan

June 23, (THEWILL) — Algeria revived their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Jordan in Group J, securing their first World Cup win in 12 years. Jordan struck first and looked on course...

W’Cup: Haaland’s Brace Fires Norway Into Knockout Stage After Thrilling Win Over Senegal

June 23, (THEWILL) — Norway secured their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout rounds with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Senegal in Group I, thanks to another clinical display from Erling Haaland. The Manchester City striker scored...

Mbappé Equals Klose’s World Cup Record as France Storm Into Knockout Stage

June 22, (THEWILL) — France secured their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout rounds with a commanding 3-0 victory over Iraq in Group I, although the match was interrupted by a lengthy weather delay in Philadelphia. Kylian...

Messi Brace Sends Argentina Into World Cup Knockout Stage

June 22 (THEWILL) — Defending champions, Argentina, secured their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout rounds after a 2-0 victory over Austria in Group J at Dallas Stadium, Texas, on Monday. Lionel Messi was the difference once again,...

Egypt Roar Back to Defeat New Zealand, Claim First World Cup Win in 36 Years

June 22 (THEWILL) — Egypt produced a commanding second-half comeback to defeat New Zealand 3-1 on Monday and secure their first FIFA World Cup victory since 1990. The Pharaohs were forced to recover after New Zealand made a bright start...

W’Cup: Cape Verde Stun Uruguay in Historic Draw

June 22 (THEWILL) — Cape Verde announced their arrival on football's biggest stage with a remarkable 2-2 draw against Uruguay in a FIFA World Cup group-stage clash on Sunday, earning one of the tournament's most memorable results so far. Making...

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Olumide Atiba is a sports journalist with THEWILL, known for his keen news sense and compelling storytelling. He has built a reputation for turning leads into clear, well-structured reports that resonate with readers, with a strong focus on football coverage
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