Football
Frustration
Portugal held to draw by DR Congo in their World Cup opener
Ronaldo fails to fire as DR Congo earn first-ever World Cup point.
Luck of the Draw
Best/worst draw? Ireland WNT set to discover World Cup play-off opponents
The draw takes place at 11am on Thursday.
Down in Albion
Unhappy and inglorious: England can go well in the World Cup if they relax and be themselves
Soccer
The 24 hours that sum up the emotion and stardust of this World Cup
Three of the greats deliver more magic as stories from the fringes also take centre stage.
Off the Mark
Messi hat-trick launches Argentina's World Cup defence and equals all-time record
Argentina defeated Algeria in their tournament opener in Kansas City.
no mercy
The beast is alive at the World Cup! Erling Haaland double helps Norway ease past Iraq
Striker’s debut on the biggest stage of all sets a marker down for more to come this summer.
Tuesday
16 Jun
The Football Family
World Cup Voices Ep.2 - Pico and his parents reflect on Cape Verde heroics
David Sneyd speaks to Pico Lopes and his family after Cape Verde pulled off one of the great World Cup results against Spain. David also chats to Scottish legend Ally McCoist, a Mexican father-son duo, and a leading member of the Joey Anang fan club.
33m
Family Fortunes
'It is a history that will remain forever' - Pico Lopes' parents speak of pride at World Cup heroics
Along with younger brother Jacques, Carlos and Judy Lopes reflect on emotions of Monday’s 0-0 draw with Spain.
League of Ireland
Shamrock Rovers and Derry City learn potential opponents as LOI sides set for European draws
Monday
15 Jun
VAR controversy
World Cup referee accused of making 'white supremacy' gesture says it was 'subconscious twitch'
The Football Family
‘Quintessential Pico’ - Lopes stars as Cape Verde shock Spain
David Sneyd dials in from Atlanta to join Shane Keegan in reflecting on a shock result for Cape Verde.
35m
2026 world cup
Inside Pico Lopes' day of glory with Cape Verde: Ray Houghton embrace and video call with Shamrock Rovers' teammates
Cape Verde defender describes to The 42 the emotions of drawing 0-0 with Spain.
History Boys
Dubliner Pico Lopes helps Cape Verde stun Spain with 0-0 draw in World Cup opener
Shamrock Rovers centre back at the beating heart of one of tournament’s greatest ever underdog stories.
dream coming true
Dubliner Pico Lopes' journey of a lifetime to World Cup with Cape Verde
The 42 meets defender’s wife and family ahead of Spain game as they prepare for 30-foot campervan trip around America.
Sunday
14 Jun
