Worldcup
4 LAS News stories tagged “Worldcup”, newest first. Every story links its sources.
Nigeria Flamingos defeat defending champions North Korea to reach U‑17 Women’s World Cup last‑16
Nigeria’s U‑17 women’s team beat North Korea 3‑1 in their final group match in Morocco, securing a place in the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA tournament, according to several local reports.
LAS News Desk · 23 Oct 2026, 22:15 WAT · 5 sources
Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets miss 2027 U‑17 AFCON and World Cup after WAFU‑B exit
The Golden Eaglets were eliminated from the 2026 WAFU‑B U‑17 Championship after a 1‑1 draw with Ivory Coast, leaving them bottom of Group B and ending their chances of qualifying for the 2027 U‑17 AFCON in Morocco and the 2027 FIFA U‑17 World Cup.
LAS News Desk · 18 Oct 2026, 05:15 WAT · 3 sources
Australia edge New Zealand 24-22 in World Cup opener, Bostock hat‑trick seals win
In a tightly contested opening match of the Rugby League World Cup, Australia defeated New Zealand 24‑22 in Sydney, with debutant Jack Bostock scoring three tries to secure victory. Kalyn Ponga suffered a suspected broken arm during the game.
LAS News Desk · 16 Oct 2026, 06:15 WAT · 2 sources
Netflix lands exclusive rights to stream 2030 FIFA World Cup in Spain and Andorra
Netflix has obtained exclusive rights to broadcast every match of the 2030 FIFA World Cup for viewers in Spain and Andorra, offering a free match each day and additional free-to-air coverage of Spain's games, the semi‑finals and the final.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 09:09 WAT · 3 sources