The Daily Star

After Argentina beat Egypt in dramatic fashion and Switzerland got the better of Colombia on penalties today, the quarterfinal line-up of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is now complete.

But long after the final whistle, the biggest talking point remained a VAR decision that denied Egypt from extending their lead further, which perhaps could have reshaped the game

Fate in sports is often dictated by the sudden, furious awakening of a protagonist who simply refuses to accept his written ending.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and senior Iraqi officials receive the remains of the late supreme leader

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni struggled to contain his emotions after his side, inspired by their great skipper Lionel Messi, produced a remarkable late comeback to beat Egypt 3-2 and book their place in the World Cup quarterfinals on Tuesday.

True champions are forged in the fires of adversity.

Reigning champion Jannik Sinner saw off the challenge of Jan-Lennard Struff and sweltering heat on Tuesday to ease into his third Wimbledon semi-final, where he could face Novak Djokovic.