On the Auspicious Occasion of Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Krom Phra Srisavangavadhana's Birthday, 4 July 2026 With deepest respect and sincere devotion, the Government Public Relations Dep...
On the Auspicious Occasion of Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Krom Phra Srisavangavadhana's Birthday, 4 July 2026 With deepest respect and sincere devotion, the Government Public Relations Dep...
FIFA has confirmed the Mexico vs England World Cup Round of 16 match will kick off at its original 6:00 PM time on July 5 in Mexico City, rejecting proposals to move it earlier despite thunderstorm warnings.
FIFA will keep the original kickoff time for the Mexico vs England Round of 16 match at the 2026 World Cup, despite reports that the game would be moved six hours earlier due to weather conditions. The match was originally scheduled for 6:00 PM local time on July 5 at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City (7:00 AM Thailand time on July 6). Weather forecasts indicated a risk of thunderstorms during that time slot, leading to plans to reschedule the match to noon local time on July 5 (1:00 AM Thailand time on July 6) for safety reasons. However, FIFA confirmed to Reuters that the match will still be played at the originally scheduled time.
Thai actress Urassaya Sperbund cheered Norway to a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast in the 2026 World Cup round of 32, performing the viral Viking Row celebration as the team advanced.
Popular Thai actress Urassaya Sperbund shared photos cheering for Norway's national football team at the 2026 World Cup, performing the viral Viking Row celebration. Norway defeated Ivory Coast 2-1 in the round of 32 match and successfully advanced to the round of 16. The renowned actress posted images from the match showing her supporting the Norwegian team while performing the Viking Row celebration. Norway has now reached the round of 16 and will face Brazil on July 6 at 3:00 a.m.
Actor Fluek tours a luxury beachfront resort near Cha-Am on Workpoint Channel 23's "Escape Together" at 9 a.m., alongside programming featuring culinary competition, historical sites, and animated family entertainment across Thai channels.
Actor Fluek Gerikpol tours a five-star beachfront resort near Cha-Am and Hua Hin featuring modern luxury design on the Workpoint Channel 23 show 'Escape Together' at 9 a.m. The day's TV programming includes: 7HD at 7 a.m. – 'Kasetsukhom' exploring quality dairy farming in Saraburi; at 1 p.m. – 'Num Taeng' documenting historical sites and Buddha footprint temple worship; at 5 p.m. – 'Teacher Yord's Tales' drama episode; at 6 p.m. – 'Iron Chef Thailand' featuring Japanese chef Hitoshi in a culinary battle. Channel 9 MCOT HD at 8:20 p.m. presents 'Homland Scent' exploring Trang's historic district and 200-year-old silk weaving heritage. Workpoint Channel 23 at 9 a.m. highlights the Music Lovers Hotel, a luxury resort blending hospitality with music and live performances. TrueForYou Channel 24 at 4 p.m. airs 'Lyle the Crocodile,' an animated film about friendship between a lonely boy and a singing crocodile, featuring Oscar-winning actor Javier Bardem and Shawn Mendes. Channel GMM 25 at 8:30 p.m. broadcasts 'Ticket to Heaven,' a Thai drama about two friends who run away together but find their perspectives transformed after meeting an old friend at a cemetery.
Portugal advanced to the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 after beating Croatia 2-1, with Cristiano Ronaldo celebrating by greeting fans from his team hotel balcony in Toronto.
Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal's star striker, shared a video of fans waiting outside the team hotel before greeting them from the balcony. Portugal advanced to the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after beating Croatia 2-1 in the final group stage. Following the match, where Ronaldo scored one goal, he posted touching footage of crowds of supporters gathering outside their hotel in Toronto, Canada. After Ronaldo and teammates waved from the hotel balcony, fans erupted in roaring cheers as the striker shouted "VAMOS" to energize them. Portugal will next face Spain in the round of 16 on July 6th.
South Korea's Lee Kang-in vowed to improve after the team's disappointing group-stage elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, pledging to work harder and deliver better results for the fans and his teammates.
South Korea's midfielder Lee Kang-in has posted his first message since the national team's elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the group stage. South Korea's disappointing campaign ended with a third-place finish in Group A, failing to secure the best third-place quota. Lee Kang-in's post marks his first social media activity since the team's recent World Cup elimination. In his message, Lee Kang-in wrote: "This World Cup tournament has given me time to reflect on many things as a footballer. First, I want to thank all the fans who have supported and cheered for the national team. I feel sorry that I couldn't repay everyone's expectations with satisfactory results. Over the past four years, my teammates, coaching staff, support staff, medical team, and many others have given their all wholeheartedly. I regret that we couldn't produce results worthy of their efforts during that time. However, I believe that when results don't meet expectations, the first thing we should have is not regret, but responsibility. I myself can do better and should perform my duties better as well. The love and encouragement received as a national team player are not things that should be taken for granted. I believe the only way to repay everyone is to show results on the pitch. I will not forget this result and will grow to become a player who can help the team even more than before. Finally, I want to thank all the fans once again for sending encouragement both from the stadium and from afar."
Jürgen Klopp confirmed he is in talks to become Germany's national team coach following Julian Nagelsmann's departure after the team's early World Cup exit. The former Liverpool manager said discussions are ongoing but require time to final
Jürgen Klopp, former Liverpool manager, confirmed he is negotiating to become the new head coach of the German national team, but emphasized that the process requires time to complete.
Germany is seeking a new coach after Julian Nagelsmann stepped down following the national team's unexpected elimination in the 2026 World Cup round of 32.
The German Football Association (DFB) confirmed it has approached Jürgen Klopp, Liverpool's former head coach who currently leads the football operations division of the Red Bull group, to take on the role of Bundestrainer.
Klopp confirmed the ongoing negotiations: "Things happened very quickly. Julian has stepped down, the DFB is looking for his successor, and they're talking with me. There will need to be intensive discussions because the problems we're facing clearly aren't just Julian's responsibility alone."
"Julian is an excellent coach and he will prove that many more times in his managerial career. That's why we need to wait and see how those discussions develop. I also need to discuss this with Oliver Mintzlaff, my employer."
Riyad Mahrez, 35, has retired from Algeria's national team after the country's World Cup elimination to Switzerland, ending a career defined by his childhood dream of representing his nation.
Riyad Mahrez, veteran forward for Algeria's national team, has announced his retirement from international football following the team's elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32. The 35-year-old player from Saudi Arabia's Al-Ahli club made the official announcement after Algeria suffered a 0-2 loss to Switzerland in the knockout round. Speaking about his decision, Mahrez said there have been both good times and difficult periods, describing his career as a natural journey. He emphasized that representing Algeria was a childhood dream and serving his country has been a tremendous honor and source of great pride. Mahrez concluded by stating that it is now time for the next generation of players to take their turn.
Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the World Cup Round of 32 on July 3, advancing to face Argentina or Cape Verde in the next round.
Egypt's head coach Hossam Hassan is delighted with his team's victory, believing it makes the entire African continent proud, while Australia's manager Tony Popovic is deeply disappointed by his team's elimination despite demonstrating their football strength to the world.
In the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 match on July 3, Egypt drew 1-1 with Australia after 120 minutes, then won 4-2 on penalties. Egypt took the lead through Emam Ashour in the 13th minute, but Australia equalized in the 55th minute when Mohamed Hany scored an own goal.
Egypt advances to the Round of 16 and will face the winner of the Argentina-Cape Verde match on July 7. This marks Egypt's first knockout-stage victory in World Cup history.
Hassan said: "This victory and success belong to Egypt. We are making every Arab and African proud. I thank God for bestowing this reward upon us. God has honored us because Egyptians around the world have stood by us."
Popovic remarked: "It's difficult to accept. We showed the world the strength of Australian football. Our players are an excellent team, and I feel deeply sorry for them. It's unfortunate that our World Cup has ended and we must return home."
Egypt's national team won their first-ever World Cup knockout match, defeating Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw on July 3, advancing to face Argentina or Cabo Verde next.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi posted on Facebook to congratulate the national team on advancing past the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup by drawing 1-1 with Australia after 120 minutes and winning 4-2 on penalties on July 3. Emam Ashour gave Egypt an early lead in the 13th minute, but Australia equalized through Mohamed Hani's own goal in the 55th minute. Egypt advances to face the winner of the Argentina-Cabo Verde matchup on July 7.
This marks Egypt's first-ever knockout stage victory in World Cup history. Previously, Egypt began competing at the Round of 16 in 1934 but was eliminated, and in both 1990 and 2018, the team failed to advance past the group stage.
El-Sisi's post stated: "I extend my congratulations to the Egyptian people and the heroes of our national team on this historic achievement of advancing to the World Cup Round of 16 for the first time. You have proven that belief in your abilities, competitive team spirit, and determination to win bring success. God willing, the path of success and pride will continue."
Australia equalized through an own goal but fell to Egypt 5-3 on penalties in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 at AT&T Stadium in Texas on July 4, ending their tournament run.
Australia faced Egypt in the final Round of 32 match of the 2026 World Cup on July 4 at AT&T Stadium in Texas, USA. The AFC representatives came from behind to equalize, but ultimately lost in a penalty shootout to exit the tournament.
Australia's coach Tony Popovic deployed a 3-4-2-1 formation featuring Patrick Beach, Alessandro Circati, Harry Souttar, Lucas Herrington, Jordan Bos, Eden O'Neill, Jackson Irvine, Aziz Behich, Christian Volpato, Connor Metcalfe, and Nestory Irankunda in the starting lineup. Egypt, managed by Hossam Hassan, used a 4-2-3-1 system with Ouf Shobier, Mohamed Hany, Rami Rabia, Yasser Ibraheem, Karim Hafez, Hamdi Fathi, Marawan Attia, Emam Ashour, Mohamed Salah, Mostafa Ziko, and Omar Marmoush in their starting eleven.
Egypt dominated possession throughout most of the match, with Emam Ashour scoring in the 13th minute to give Egypt a 1-0 lead in the first half. In the second half, Australia pressed hard, and Mohamed Hany's own goal in the 55th minute equalized the score at 1-1. Australia continued attacking, but Patrick Beach's outstanding goalkeeping kept the match level, forcing extra time.
Neither team could break the deadlock in the 120-minute affair, leading to a penalty shootout. Egypt proved more clinical from the spot, winning 5-3 on penalties to advance to the Round of 16, where they will face the winner of the Argentina versus Burkina Faso match on July 8 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.