July 2026 – Page 14 – Soccer

Lionel Messi of Argentina celebrates victory , Mohanad Lashin of Egypt dejected during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Last 16 match between Argentina and Egypt at the Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta, America on 07 July 2026 ©Gavin Barker/BackpagePix

Featured International World Cup July 8, 2026

FIFA World Cup: Lionel Messi admits ‘huge’ relief of equaliser after missed penalty

The Argentina captain saw his spot-kick saved in the opening stages, denying the defending champions what would have been a first-half equaliser. Instead, Egypt carried a one-goal advantage into the interval and stretched it to 2-0 in the 67th…

Nyiko Mobbie of Siwelele during the 2025/26 Betway Premiership match between Siwelele and Polokwane City at Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria on the 19 August 2025 ©Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix

Featured Local PSL July 8, 2026

Sekhukhune United sign former loan defender Nyiko Mobbie following Siwelele exit

Sekhukhune United have announced the signing of Nyiko Mobbie following his departure from Siwelele. The 31-year-old former Free State Stars and Mamelodi Sundowns defender joins the club on a permanent transfer having previously spent three seasons on loan for…

Egypt's head coach Hossam Hassan gives a press conference in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, 06 July 2026. Egypt will face Argentina on 07 July in their FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 match. EPA/RONALD WITTEK

International World Cup July 8, 2026

Egypt Coach Accuses Officials of Favouring Argentina After World Cup Heartbreak

Playing at Atlanta Stadium, Egypt appeared destined to produce the greatest result in their World Cup history, leading 2-0 with only 12 minutes of normal time remaining and closing in on a first-ever quarter-final berth.

Omega Unathi Mdaka of Stellenbosch FC during the Betway Premiership 2025/26 game between Stellenbosch FC and Sekhukhune United at Athlone Stadium in Cape Town on 17 April 2026 © Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix

Local PSL July 8, 2026

AmaZulu Confirm Seven Arrivals and Six Departures in Squad Revamp

AmaZulu have announced the signing of seven new players as well as the release of six of their current playing staff.

Ricardo Goss of Siwelele FC celebrates a goal during the Betway Premiership 2025/26 match between Siwelele and Durban City at Dr Petrus Molemela Stadium in Bloemfontein on 5 May 2026 ©Alche Greeff/BackpagePix

Local PSL July 8, 2026

Ricardo Goss Faces Uncertain Mamelodi Sundowns Future After Standout Siwelele Season

Siwelele FC have confirmed the departure of goalkeeper Ricardo Goss, bringing an end to a successful loan spell.

Andres Gomez of Colombia (L) in action against Granit Xhaka of Switzerland (R) during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match Switzerland against Colombia, in Vancouver, Canada, 07 July 2026. EPA/BOB FRID

International World Cup July 8, 2026

Switzerland Beat Colombia on Penalties to Reach Historic World Cup Quarter-Finals

The two sides remained locked at 0-0 throughout the game, and extra-time could not separate them, forcing a penalty shoot-out.

Divine Lunga of Mamelodi Sundowns receives man of the match during the Betway Premiership 2025/26 match between Sekhukhune United and Mamelodi Sundowns at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane on 27 January 2026 ©Alche Greeff/BackpagePix

Featured Local PSL July 7, 2026

Mamelodi Sundowns defender Divine Lunga unharmed after off-field incident

The South African Police Service are investigating a case of attempted murder after Mamelodi Sundowns defender Divine Lunga escaped a shooting incident.

Antonee Robinson (R) of USA and Timothy Castagne of Belgium in action during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match USA against Belgium, in Seattle, USA, 06 July 2026. EPA/CHRISTOPHER TORRES

International World Cup July 7, 2026

Belgium Thrash USA 4-1 to Set Up World Cup Quarter-Final Clash with Spain

Rudi Garcia’s side were in control from the opening whistle and made their dominance count with two goals from Charles De Ketelaere before second-half strikes from Hans Vanaken and Romelu Lukaku completed an impressive victory

French Ligue 1 Club Eyes Pirates Star

Local PSL July 7, 2026

Orlando Pirates Part Ways with Seven Players in Squad Overhaul

Orlando Pirates have released seven players as they revamp their league winning squad for the upcoming Betway Premiership season.

Mikel Merino (R) of Spain celebrates with Fabian Ruiz (C) and Pedro Porro (up) after scoring the 1-0 lead during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match Portugal against Spain, in Dallas, USA, 06 July 2026. EPA/CHRISTOPHER NEUNDORF

International World Cup July 7, 2026

Spain Edge Portugal in Extra Time to Reach World Cup Quarter-Finals

A neat strike in the dying embers of the match saw Spain defeat neighbours 1-0 in their Round of 16 FIFA World Cup clash in Dallas, Texas, on Monday.