BREAKING NEWS
NBA PLAYOFFS: LAKERS EDGE OUT WARRIORS IN THRILLING GAME 7 • MLB TRADE RUMORS: YANKEES EYEING STAR PITCHER • TENNIS: ALCARAZ DOMINATES FRENCH OPEN SEMIFINALS • TRANSFER: BELLINGHAM TO REAL MADRID CONFIRMED • UCL: HAALAND'S HATTRICK SENDS MAN CITY TO THE FINAL • NBA PLAYOFFS: LAKERS EDGE OUT WARRIORS IN THRILLING GAME 7 • MLB TRADE RUMORS: YANKEES EYEING STAR PITCHER • TENNIS: ALCARAZ DOMINATES FRENCH OPEN SEMIFINALS • TRANSFER: BELLINGHAM TO REAL MADRID CONFIRMED • UCL: HAALAND'S HATTRICK SENDS MAN CITY TO THE FINAL •
Off The Bench
HOMEFOOTBALLSCORESTRANSFERSBASKETBALLTENNISMORE
SEARCH
OFF THE BENCH
HOMEFOOTBALLSCORESTRANSFERSBASKETBALLTENNISMORE
SEARCH

SEARCH

883 results for “FIFA World Cup”

CONCACAF and Shriners Children’s Expand Partnership to Elevate Humanitarian Impact Across Gold Cup, Nations League, and W Championship
GENERAL

CONCACAF and Shriners Children’s Expand Partnership to Elevate Humanitarian Impact Across Gold Cup, Nations League, and W Championship

CONCACAF has solidified a landmark expansion of its partnership with Shriners Children’s, integrating the paediatric charity into the W Championship alongside the Gold Cup and Nations League Finals. The move deepens the organization’s commitment to storytelling and awareness, amplifying the voices of patients across North and Central America.

14 Oct 2026
General
USWNT’s 2-2 draw with Spain exposes tactical challenges ahead of 2027 World Cup
FIFA WORLD CUP

USWNT’s 2-2 draw with Spain exposes tactical challenges ahead of 2027 World Cup

The USA’s draw with Spain in a high-stakes match underscored both their potential and the pressing need for tactical refinement as they prepare to face the world’s elite. With key players sidelined and Spain’s defensive resilience on full display, the road to title contention is clearer—and harder—than ever.

14 Oct 2026
FIFA World CupSpain
Infantino’s Re-Election Battle: How a Fractured Opposition and Regional Loyalty Could Secure His Final Term
BREAKING NEWS

Infantino’s Re-Election Battle: How a Fractured Opposition and Regional Loyalty Could Secure His Final Term

Gianni Infantino faces mounting criticism over his controversial World Cup privatization proposal, yet his political resilience in Africa and South America may yet shield him from a serious challenge. With rivals failing to coalesce, his path to a fourth term as FIFA president remains unexpectedly clear.

14 Oct 2026
Breaking NewsFifaFIFA World Cup
Puerto Rico’s U-17 Women’s Team Forges History in Morocco as Las Boricuas Begin First-Ever FIFA World Cup Campaign
FIFA WORLD CUP

Puerto Rico’s U-17 Women’s Team Forges History in Morocco as Las Boricuas Begin First-Ever FIFA World Cup Campaign

Puerto Rico’s U-17 women’s national team has made history by qualifying for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco, where they will face DPR Korea in their opening match. The team’s gritty performance against the USA in a recent qualifier underscores their resilience, while the road ahead in Rabat promises to test their mettle against elite competition.

13 Oct 2026
FIFA World CupMorocco
Lille Threatens Legal Action After Tiago Santos Suffers Season-Ending ACL Rupture in Controversial Tackle
BREAKING NEWS

Lille Threatens Legal Action After Tiago Santos Suffers Season-Ending ACL Rupture in Controversial Tackle

Lille’s Tiago Santos, a key defender and Portugal U21 international, has suffered a second ACL injury in less than two years after an ‘uncontrolled and dangerous’ tackle in Ligue 1. The club is now exploring legal recourse against Le Havre, questioning the refereeing decision and the Video Assistant Referee’s handling of the incident—while Santos faces months of rehabilitation.

13 Oct 2026
Amir RichardsonArsenalBreaking News
Michael Olise’s red card sends Bayern Munich into Arsenal clash without their star winger
BREAKING NEWS

Michael Olise’s red card sends Bayern Munich into Arsenal clash without their star winger

A moment of uncharacteristic frustration cost Michael Olise his first Champions League red card as Bayern Munich’s campaign against Viking Stavanger unraveled in dramatic fashion. The Frenchman’s suspension now threatens their next fixture, while Viking’s historic point adds to the night’s twists.

13 Oct 2026
Bayern MunichBreaking NewsChampions League
Real Madrid hierarchy forces Mourinho’s hand: Yan Diomande starts over Brahim Diaz in high-stakes tactical shift
FIFA WORLD CUP

Real Madrid hierarchy forces Mourinho’s hand: Yan Diomande starts over Brahim Diaz in high-stakes tactical shift

A decisive intervention from Real Madrid’s hierarchy has seen Yan Diomande earn his first senior goal for the club, replacing Brahim Diaz in a move that signals a tactical realignment under Mourinho. With El Clásico looming, the Morocco winger’s emergence could redefine Madrid’s attacking options—starting with a potential start over Vinicius Junior if suspension strikes.

13 Oct 2026
FIFA World CupMoroccoReal Madrid
EPL
English Premier League
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

England’s World Cup Qualification Push: Three Key Performances from Greece Win

With a decisive victory over Greece, England’s women’s team has cemented its momentum ahead of the 2027 World Cup. Three standout performances—Lauren James’ return, George Stanway’s lethal creativity, and Lexi Potter’s midfield integration—signal a squad poised for deeper competition.

13 Oct 2026
ArsenalBrazilEngland
Richarlison’s legal battle with Tottenham escalates as courtroom showdown looms over contract termination
BREAKING NEWS

Richarlison’s legal battle with Tottenham escalates as courtroom showdown looms over contract termination

Richarlison has instructed his lawyers to pursue legal action against Tottenham Hotspur, challenging his exclusion from the senior Premier League squad and demanding an early contract termination. The forward’s case—now set for a London courtroom—mirrors Renan Lodi’s high-profile dispute with Al-Hilal, raising questions over his future at White Hart Lane.

13 Oct 2026
BrazilBreaking NewsEnglish Womens Super League
EPL
English Premier League
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Kobbie Mainoo: Manchester United’s Ghanaian midfielder sets sights on restoring glory in Old Trafford’s darkest hour

Kobbie Mainoo has made it clear: he is not here to document Manchester United’s history—he is here to rewrite it. The 23-year-old midfielder, fresh from a Champions League debut at 18, has vowed to bring the club back to the top, rejecting nostalgia for a future built on trophies. With Šeško sidelined and Rashford absent, the pressure is on United’s young core to deliver before the season’s next test.

13 Oct 2026
EnglandEnglish Premier LeagueFIFA World Cup
Netflix Exclusively Secures 2030 World Cup Rights in Spain: A Strategic Leap for Live Football
FIFA WORLD CUP

Netflix Exclusively Secures 2030 World Cup Rights in Spain: A Strategic Leap for Live Football

Netflix has secured the Spanish broadcasting rights for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of live sports media. The deal, exclusive to paid plans, underscores the platform’s ambition to redefine how fans engage with the world’s greatest tournament—while Barcelona’s squad undergoes its own tactical and contractual transformations ahead of the next global showpiece.

13 Oct 2026
FIFA World CupSpain
BN
Breaking News
BREAKING NEWS

Netflix Secures Exclusive Global Rights to FIFA World Cup 2030 in Spain and Andorra

Netflix has cemented its dominance in live sports broadcasting by securing the exclusive audiovisual rights to the 2030 FIFA World Cup in Spain and Andorra, the tournament’s centenary edition. The deal covers all 104 matches, including centenary celebration games in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay, as the streaming giant expands its footprint in football’s most prestigious competition.

13 Oct 2026
Breaking NewsFIFA World CupFIFA World Cup 2030
Portugal’s Leadership Crisis Deepens as Ronaldo’s Exit Sparks Debate Over Authority and Principle
BREAKING NEWS

Portugal’s Leadership Crisis Deepens as Ronaldo’s Exit Sparks Debate Over Authority and Principle

Jorge Jesus’ unyielding stance against Cristiano Ronaldo’s departure from the national team camp has ignited a public clash, with former Portugal midfielder José Luis Vidigal dismissing the striker’s justification as insufficient. The fallout exposes a broader tension between individual ego and collective discipline in Portugal’s squad, while Jesus’ refusal to compromise underscores a long-standing approach to leadership—one that has drawn both admiration and criticism.

13 Oct 2026
Breaking NewsCristiano RonaldoFIFA World Cup
Portugal’s Jesus stands firm: Allardyce hails his courage in confronting Ronaldo’s exit
FIFA WORLD CUP

Portugal’s Jesus stands firm: Allardyce hails his courage in confronting Ronaldo’s exit

The fallout from Cristiano Ronaldo’s abrupt departure from Portugal’s national team camp has exposed a rare moment of defiance from a manager under immense pressure—and Sam Allardyce has emerged

13 Oct 2026
FIFA World CupPortugal
FIFA World Cup 2026’s late kick-offs slash TV ad engagement by 14% in India’s crowded market
FOOTBALL

FIFA World Cup 2026’s late kick-offs slash TV ad engagement by 14% in India’s crowded market

The FIFA World Cup 2026’s late kick-off times have delivered a double blow to television advertising in India, where the sport has long been a linchpin of prime-time engagement. New data reveals a 1

13 Oct 2026
←PREVIOUS
1…1112131415…59
NEXT→
Page 13 of 59

OFF THE BENCH

Your destination for breaking sports news, match analysis, live scores, and tactical coverage from major leagues across the globe.

Xfin

SPORTS

FootballTransfersMatch Centre

FOOTBALL

Premier LeagueChampions LeagueLa LigaSerie A

COMPANY & INFO

About UsContactPrivacy PolicyTerms of Service

© 2026 Off The Bench. All rights reserved.

Live scores and statistical data supplied for editorial coverage.