Sport InternationalSport Internationalen8265D640-71CA-4A44-805C-CFCA695C2A4Fhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/21/spain-tops-fifa-ranking-after-world-cup-winZurich, July 20 (QNA) - Spain climbed to the top of FIFA's men's world rankings released on Monday, one day after winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 1-0 victory over Argentina in the final.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:50:49 Z25D6A1B1-5A57-4F04-930C-F6E8BD390E53https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/20/football-belgian-fa-announces-departure-of-national-team-coach-rudi-garciaBrussels, July 20 (QNA) - The Belgian Football Association announced the departure of Rudi Garcia as head coach of the national team following Belgium's campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:22:15 ZCCD0AE59-01EB-49E4-B097-41E708994EA7https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/11/tim-merlier-storms-to-second-straight-tour-de-france-stage-victoryParis, July 11 (QNA) - Belgian sprinter Tim Merlier achieved his second consecutive triumph after imposing his dominance on the sprint finish of Stage 8 of the Tour de France on Saturday, with defending champion Slovenian Tadej Pogacar retaining the yellow jersey awarded to the overall race leader.Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:53:02 Z49896B4C-8EB0-4902-B473-FC422EC75A70https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/11/czechs-linda-noskova-wins-first-wimbledon-titleLondon, July 11 (QNA) - Linda Noskova of the Czech Republic captured her first Wimbledon title and maiden Grand Slam championship on Saturday, defeating compatriot Karolina Muchova 6-2, 5-7, 6-3 in the women's singles final.Sat, 11 Jul 2026 22:02:56 Z92EC5F02-D1D2-4C6F-879D-8BA5954201F8https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/11/qatari-saif-mohammed-clinches-gold-medal-at-asian-u23-athletics-championships-in-chinaOrdos (China), July 11 (QNA) - Qatari team athlete Saif Mohammed clinched the gold medal in the pole vault event on Saturday at the Asian U23 Athletics Championships, held in the Chinese city of Ordos.Sat, 11 Jul 2026 21:47:48 Z728413DB-2A96-4DE1-9161-9BF0F57C2057https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/11/manchester-city-sign-jeremy-monga-from-leicester-cityLondon, July 11 (QNA) - Manchester City announced the signing of young winger Jeremy Monga from Leicester City, on a five-year contract.Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:37:57 Z4A8F23FC-C458-450D-AE74-6BEF27B24B19https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/11/atletico-madrid-sign-danish-midfielder-hjulmand-until-2031Madrid, July 11 (QNA) - Spanish club Atletico Madrid announced on Saturday the signing of Danish midfielder Morten Hjulmand from Sporting CP in Lisbon on a contract that runs until June 30, 2031.Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:49:48 Z6EEEAD24-B9F5-44CE-8407-399CDCA2FF1Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/11/qatar-youth-handball-team-to-face-china-in-friendly-match-tomorrowSuzhou, China, July 11 (QNA) - Qatar youth handball team will play their final international friendly against China on Sunday as they wrap up preparations for the 19th Asian Men's Junior (U20) Handball Championship, set to take place in Suzhou, China, from July 15 to 27. Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:15:30 Z3DC7DA6D-B0C8-4E7F-818C-54B53B5324DFhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/11/spain-reach-world-cup-2026-semi-finals-after-late-winner-against-belgiumBoston, July 10 (QNA) - Spain have reached the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Belgium 2-1 in a dramatic quarter-final encounter in Boston.Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:47:55 ZA566E460-D9BE-4C70-8ADF-2BEEA74B7052https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/10/arsenal-signs-meslier-from-leedsLondon, July 09 (QNA) - Reigning English Premier League champions Arsenal FC have officially signed French goalkeeper Illan Meslier following the expiration of his contract with Leeds United F.C.Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:56:47 Z92894F00-F91C-4817-B11D-035CEF3EA725https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/8/ukraines-marta-kostyuk-advances-to-wimbledon-semifinalsLondon, July 08 (QNA) - Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk advanced on Wednesday to the Wimbledon semifinals after defeating Italy's Jasmine Paolini in straight sets in the quarterfinals.Wed, 8 Jul 2026 20:46:34 ZEA6A9630-042C-4573-8320-9A410718D1CAhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/7/fifa-2026-world-cup-belgium-beats-us-to-reach-qfSeattle, July 07 (QNA) - Belgium secured its spot in the quarterfinals of the FIFA 2026 World Cup after beating the United States 4-1 at Lumen Field Stadium in Seattle.Tue, 7 Jul 2026 07:49:30 Z77FE07B3-FFCB-4F8E-8583-EC6AD57908EEhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/7/world-cup-2026-spain-beats-portugal-to-reach-qfDallas, July 07 (QNA) - Spain advanced to the quarterfinals of the FIFA World Cup after defeating Portugal 1-0 today in their Round of 16 match in Dallas.Tue, 7 Jul 2026 00:39:32 Z518E30C8-F077-4D22-9CFE-FEDF12893A52https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/6/nottingham-forest-appoint-oliver-glasner-as-head-coachLondon, July 06 (QNA) - Nottingham Forest have appointed Austrian coach Oliver Glasner as their new head coach, replacing Vitor Pereira, the Premier League club announced on Monday.Mon, 6 Jul 2026 18:59:05 Z1BD94DE8-CCC0-4685-81A0-979BBAAD1633https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/6/2026-world-cup-javier-aguirre-steps-down-as-mexico-coach-after-round-of-16-exitMexico City, July 06 (QNA) - Javier Aguirre resigned as head coach of the Mexico national football team after its 3-2 loss to England in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.Mon, 6 Jul 2026 13:48:02 ZF4C23375-7313-43C7-8645-BBCBBFFCC0D1https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/6/2026-fifa-world-cup-england-beat-mexico-to-set-up-norway-quarterfinalMexico City, July 06 (QNA) - England advanced to the quarterfinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a 3-2 victory over hosts Mexico in their Round of 16 clash at Azteca Stadium on Sunday, setting up a last-eight showdown with Norway.Mon, 6 Jul 2026 08:12:42 Z3CD2FFE4-A157-476D-B8D7-4D98FB9A1B2Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/6/2026-fifa-world-cup-norway-knock-out-brazil-to-reach-quarterfinalsNew York, July 06 (QNA) - Norway reached the quarterfinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026 for the first time in their history after Erling Haaland scored twice late on to secure a 2-1 victory over Brazil in their Round of 16 clash at New York New Jersey Stadium on Saturday.Mon, 6 Jul 2026 08:08:56 ZE72D276E-38AF-4E4F-8E2B-909A7AAF8F6Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/5/real-madrid-sign-dutch-defender-denzel-dumfriesMadrid, July 05 (QNA) - Real Madrid officially announced today the signing of Dutch defender Denzel Dumfries from Inter Milan the next four seasons, until June 30, 2030.Sun, 5 Jul 2026 23:59:15 ZD19E832B-3881-4FB0-82B3-9027E03072CDhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/4/2026-world-cup-morocco-advances-to-quarterfinals-with-3-0-victory-over-canadaHouston, July 04 (QNA) - Morocco advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 3-0 victory over Canada on Saturday at Houston Stadium in the opening match of the Round of 16.Sat, 4 Jul 2026 23:30:11 ZB494D737-B3FD-48A5-B3A2-3A11435C58CEhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/4/colombia-edge-ghana-to-seal-final-spot-in-world-cup-last-16Kansas City, July 04 (QNA) - Colombia secured the final spot in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 with a 1-0 victory over Ghana in their Round-of-32 clash at Kansas City Stadium on Friday.Sat, 4 Jul 2026 08:23:42 Z6E2CD7C6-A0B9-46E0-9F12-BB84B00A1C93https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/4/argentina-reach-round-of-16-after-extra-time-win-over-cape-verde-set-up-egypt-clashMiami, July 04 (QNA) - Defending champions Argentina survived a spirited challenge from World Cup debutants Cape Verde, securing a 3-2 extra-time victory on Friday to book a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16.Sat, 4 Jul 2026 08:20:08 Z0697BA37-C4D0-4ED6-989B-9BAFBB9553F2https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/4/egypt-reach-world-cup-2026-last-16-after-penalty-shootout-win-over-australiaDallas, July 03 (QNA) - Egypt have reached the last 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Australia 4-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra time in Dallas.Sat, 4 Jul 2026 00:27:44 Z6CF0ED5A-1E45-4186-B1F0-A9F031328C71https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/3/world-cup-2026-germany-dismiss-nagelsmannBerlin, July 3 (QNA) - The German Football Association announced today that it has terminated the contract of national team head coach Julian Nagelsmann following Germany's early exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is being held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.Fri, 3 Jul 2026 15:12:16 ZBE2BA241-F441-4DB8-BB4F-4BC262905CA8https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/3/2026-world-cup-morocco-face-canada-in-round-of-16-openerHouston, July 3 (QNA) - Morocco will take on Canada tomorrow, Saturday, at Houston Stadium in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, currently being held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico through July 19.Fri, 3 Jul 2026 13:15:24 ZD719CBAD-A31D-4EAF-B642-8C46919CD47Fhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/3/2026-fifa-world-cup-switzerland-qualify-for-round-of-16Vancouver, Canada, July 03 (QNA) - Switzerland booked their place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 2-0 victory over Algeria at BC Place in Vancouver.Fri, 3 Jul 2026 10:22:09 ZC16AD176-DBD0-4BD5-B436-6629AFE24AF4https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/3/fifa-world-cup-2026-portugal-advance-to-round-of-16-after-2-1-win-over-croatiaToronto, Canada, July 03 (QNA) - Portugal qualified for the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Croatia at Toronto Stadium in the Round of 32.Fri, 3 Jul 2026 08:24:33 Z4ADA0E78-A1BC-4F2A-92AA-44C8228CF32Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/3/world-cup-2026-spain-beat-austria-through-to-the-round-of-16Los Angeles, July 03 (QNA) - Spain national football team advanced to the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating the Austrian national football team 3-0 today in their Round of 32 match at Los Angeles StadiumFri, 3 Jul 2026 00:51:59 ZA27C0C86-1636-49E2-B0E1-389377A24742https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/2/fifa-2026-world-cup-us-advances-to-round-of-16-by-defeating-bosnia-2-0San Francisco, July 02 (QNA) - The US qualified for the round of 16 of the FIFA 2026 World Cup after defeating Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 during the round of 32.Thu, 2 Jul 2026 08:08:51 ZC5054823-43C8-4EEE-A10F-FE87177EA4BEhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/2/tennis-sinner-begins-wimbledon-title-defense-with-comfortable-victoryLondon, July 01 (QNA) - world No. 1 Jannik Sinner advanced to the third round of Wimbledon Championships, the third Grand Slam tournament of the tennis season, after defeating Portugal's Nuno Borges in straight sets 7-6, 7-6, 6-4.Thu, 2 Jul 2026 00:27:40 ZAD4A8EC3-03DC-47EE-B41F-763A17EEAC30https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/1/chelsea-signs-defender-marco-palestraLondon, July 01 (QNA) - Chelsea football club announced Wednesday the signing of defender Marco Palestra from Italian club Atalanta on a seven-year contract.Wed, 1 Jul 2026 22:51:29 Z71CA05D3-FA1F-453F-A8D6-6AA49D0F4684https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/1/world-cup-2026-england-sets-up-mexico-encounter-following-congo-winAtlanta, July 01 (QNA) - England national football team advanced to the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating the DR Congo national football team 2-1 today in their Round of 32 match at Atlanta Stadium.Wed, 1 Jul 2026 22:23:51 ZB9C315E2-77AA-4408-8A3E-14DAC88FC371https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/1/football-bayern-announce-saibari-signingBerlin, July 01 (QNA) - FC Bayern Munich announced today that they signed Moroccan forward Ismael Saibari from Dutch club PSV Eindhoven.Wed, 1 Jul 2026 20:57:31 Z78AD3861-6BFE-4527-861A-78E594E856D8https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/1/2026-fifa-world-cup-mexico-advance-to-round-of-16-with-2-0-victory-over-ecuadorMexico City, July 01 (QNA) - Mexico booked their place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Ecuador in their Round of 32 clash at Azteca Stadium in Mexico City.Wed, 1 Jul 2026 08:37:05 Z2B71FE88-4D12-4512-9D3A-E36EF955D473https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/1/2026-fifa-world-cup-france-cruise-into-round-of-16-with-3-0-win-over-swedenDoha, July 01 (QNA) - France advanced to the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 3-0 victory over Sweden in their Round of 32 clash at New York/New Jersey Stadium.Wed, 1 Jul 2026 08:36:40 ZF369BFA4-CE4C-433C-BE99-5C062AC18383https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/30/iga-swiatek-reaches-second-round-at-wimbledonLondon, June 30 (QNA) - Iga Swiatek of Poland, the world No. 3, advanced to the second round of Wimbledon on Tuesday, defeating Taylor Townsend of the United States in three sets to begin her title defense at the year's third Grand Slam tournament.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:54:03 ZCE31E58B-2D77-4764-AE46-32C9BF3E09E7https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/30/2026-world-cup-norway-advance-to-round-of-16-with-2-1-victory-over-cote-divoireDallas, June 30 (QNA) - The Norwegian national team advanced to the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday, defeating Cote d'Ivoire 2–1 in a round of 32 match at Dallas Stadium.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:46:06 Z0B673C95-41BF-4C0D-8E02-01CB7BE4B6C1https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/30/fifa-2026-world-cup-round-of-32-france-v-sweden-england-v-dr-congo-tomorrowWashington, June 30 (QNA) - Four round of 32 matches of the FIFA 2026 World Cup will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, July 1, in the race to qualify for the round of 16. Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:43:39 Z210E3ED8-73AF-4AD1-B38D-6C3A7017F9DDhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/30/fifa-2026-world-cup-morocco-qualify-for-round-of-16Monterrey, June 30 (QNA) - Morocco qualified for the round of 16 of the FIFA 2026 World Cup after defeating the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties, following a 1-1 draw after extra time.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:46:08 Z2B05174A-A4C3-47B9-B4B8-5185898A3B3Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/30/2026-fifa-world-cup-paraguay-stun-germany-on-penalties-to-reach-round-of-16Boston, June 30 (QNA) - Paraguay booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 after edging four-time champions Germany 4-3 in a penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw after extra time in their Round-of-32 clash.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:52:30 ZD4B4B8C2-EA09-4E75-80A4-B455F213A2F3https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/29/2026-world-cup-czech-coach-resigns-after-tournament-exitPrague, June 29 (QNA) - The Czech Football Association announced on Monday that Miroslav Koubek, head coach of the national team, has resigned following the team's elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, being held in the United States, Canada and Mexico, and scheduled to run until July 19.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:16:38 ZFFEE59E0-1DF0-4A07-B443-B0609FFF923Dhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/29/fifa-world-cup-2026-brazil-reach-round-of-16-with-comeback-win-over-japanHouston, June 29 (QNA) - Brazil advanced to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 after coming from behind to beat Japan 2-1 in their Round of 32 match in Houston.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:02:28 Z06EA7B41-09EE-402B-9F04-08C395A54292https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/29/italian-club-monza-appoints-croatian-coach-ivan-juricRome, June 29 (QNA) - Italian club Monza has appointed Croatian coach Ivan Juric on a two-year contract until the summer of 2028.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:20:06 Z56ACF403-68EE-451A-BDC0-6FE6C0B42926https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/28/fifa-2026-world-cup-algeria-austria-qualify-to-round-of-32-after-3-3-drawKansas City, June 28 (QNA) - Algeria qualified for the round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a thrilling 3-3 draw against Austria in their final Group J match. This result secured their place in the knockout stages as one of the best third-placed teams.Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:22:15 Z542AAE63-75A9-493B-95A9-E369F9804D61https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/28/fifa-2026-world-cup-dr-congo-win-against-uzbekistan-qualifies-for-round-of-32Atlanta, June 28 (QNA) - The Democratic Republic of Congo qualified for the round of 32 of the FIFA 2026 World Cup after defeating Uzbekistan 3-1 in the final match of Group K games at the Atlanta Stadium.Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:36:14 Z85F50748-FBF9-453B-BE15-BE7050FE5F49https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/28/fifa-2026-world-cup-colombia-vs-portugal-ends-in-goalless-drawMiami, June 28 (QNA) - Portugal and Colombia were held to a goalless draw in the final round of Group K matches that took place at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami during the FIFA 2026 World Cup. Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:47:17 ZDC5EDDBA-35AA-4EB8-B850-70FD19890E11https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/27/american-madison-keys-wins-eastbourne-international-titleLondon, June 27 (QNA) - American Madison Keys was crowned champion of the Eastbourne International (WTA 250) on grass courts after defeating Germany's Tatjana Maria in straight sets, 7-5, 6-4, on Saturday in the final.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 23:11:40 Z65907C1F-794C-4DFE-8E81-84BBD79CAD20https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/27/world-cup-2026-fifa-provides-special-services-for-visually-impaired-fansMiami/USA, June 27 (QNA) - The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) has announced the provision of specialized services for fans with disabilities (the blind) at the FIFA World Cup 2026.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:47:16 Z4EC67AE5-B7A0-41C5-B5F5-CE38D930C127https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/27/2026-fifa-world-cup-belgium-cruise-into-round-of-32-with-5-1-victory-over-new-zealandVancouver, June 27 (QNA) - Belgium stormed into the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 5-1 victory over New Zealand in their final Group G match at BC Place in Vancouver on Friday.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:20:54 ZCDDC0E9F-C150-4E1D-8105-5FF274B1C1B7https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/27/2026-fifa-world-cup-egypt-draw-with-iran-to-secure-round-of-32-spotWashington, June 27 (QNA) - Egypt booked their place in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after holding Iran to a 1-1 draw in their final Group G match at Seattle Stadium on Friday.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:18:29 Z996FC060-A09F-4430-9A34-1138DC76EE66https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/27/2026-fifa-world-cup-cape-verde-advance-to-round-of-32-after-goalless-draw-against-saudi-arabiaHouston, June 27 (QNA) - Cape Verde secured a historic place in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after holding Saudi Arabia to a goalless draw in their final Group H match at Houston Stadium in the United States on Friday.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:06:53 Z