World CupWorld Cup Moments #14: Bebeto's Baby Cradle Celebration
Bebeto's cradle celebration for newborn son Mattheus became football's most-imitated celebration in 1994. #14.
17 Jul 2026, 08:00·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
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World CupArgentina’s late double breaks England’s World Cup semi‑final hopes
Argentina’s late double in Atlanta shatters England’s final hopes. Why the six‑minute turnaround hurt England.
17 Jul 2026, 06:13·3 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
World CupWorld Cup Moments #15: Korea Stuns Italy with a Golden Goal
South Korea beat Italy 2-1 with a golden goal in 2002 — co-hosts marched to the semis on home soil. #15.
16 Jul 2026, 08:00·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
World CupWorld Cup Moments #16: Cameroon Shocks Argentina in the Opener
Cameroon's Indomitable Lions shocked Argentina 1-0 in the 1990 opener with 9 men — Africa's coming-out party. #16.
15 Jul 2026, 08:00·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
World CupWorld Cup Moments #17: The Battle of Santiago
Chile vs Italy 1962 was so violent police came on the pitch 4 times — the Battle of Santiago takes #17.
14 Jul 2026, 08:00·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
World CupWorld Cup Moments #18: Maradona Lifts the Trophy in Mexico
Diego Maradona lifted the 1986 World Cup after carrying Argentina single-handedly — football's ultimate one-man show. #18.
13 Jul 2026, 08:00·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
World CupSpain Belgium World Cup 2026 quarter final: Merino’s double hands Spain to semis
In the July 10, 2026 World Cup quarter‑final, Mikel Merino’s late double sent Spain past Belgium 2-0, kissing the team into the semi‑finals. Get the full recap and what it means for Ugandan fans.
13 Jul 2026, 06:48·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
World CupWorld Cup Moments #19: The Cruyff Turn vs Sweden
Johan Cruyff invented the Cruyff Turn vs Sweden in 1974 — the skill still taught to kids today. #19.
12 Jul 2026, 08:00·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
World CupArgentina v Switzerland: Messi leads Argentina charge
Lionel Messi starts his 205th game as Argentina v Switzerland clash in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals. Who will face England in the semis?
12 Jul 2026, 06:40·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
World CupEngland defeats Norway in World Cup quarter final
England defeats Norway in a thrilling World Cup quarter‑final, with Jude Bellingham clinching an extra‑time winner. Find out how this win shapes the semi‑final run.
12 Jul 2026, 06:40·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
World CupWorld Cup Moments #20: Lampard's Ghost Goal vs Germany
Lampard's shot crossed the line by a meter — but the ref waved it on. The ghost goal that changed football. #20.
11 Jul 2026, 08:00·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
World CupWorld Cup Moments #21: Casillas Saves Robben in the Final
Iker Casillas saved Arjen Robben one-on-one in the 2010 Final — the save that won Spain a World Cup. #21.
10 Jul 2026, 08:00·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
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