East Rutherford, United States, June 15, 2026 (AFP) - Fearsome France begin World Cup wary of over-confidence

NAMPA / AFP

2026-06-15

France come into this year's World Cup as one of the leading contenders for the trophy having reached the final of the last two editions, but Tuesday's opponents in their opening game, Senegal, serve as a warning of the dangers of over-confidence. Les Bleus entered the 2002 tournament in Japan and South Korea as overwhelming favourites to retain the title they had won four years earlier. But, hindered by an injury to Zinedine Zidane, they suffere......

Restricted content

Sports News

Seattle, June 15, 2026 (AFP) - Belgium fight back to draw with Egypt in World Cup group game

2026-06-16 00:00:20

Seattle, June 15, 2026 (AFP) - Belgium fight back to draw with Egypt in World Cup group game

2026-06-16 00:00:20

Southampton, United States, June 15, 2026 (AFP) - Spaun hopes grit and grinding brings US Open title repeat

2026-06-16 00:00:20

Kansas City, June 15, 2026 (AFP) - 'Competitive animal' Messi set for sixth World Cup

2026-06-16 00:00:20

Los Angeles, United States, June 15, 2026 (AFP) - Spain held by tiny Cape Verde at World Cup as Iran make bow

2026-06-15 23:30:15

Seattle, June 15, 2026 (AFP) - Belgium and Egypt draw 1-1 in World Cup group game

2026-06-15 23:30:14

Los Angeles, United States, June 15, 2026 (AFP) - Football: World Cup results -- 1st update

2026-06-15 23:30:14

New York, June 15, 2026 (AFP) - Vilified Knicks owner Dolan gets some relief with NBA title

2026-06-15 23:30:14

Seattle, June 15, 2026 (AFP) - Belgium and Egypt draw 1-1 in World Cup group game

2026-06-15 23:30:14

Atlanta, June 15, 2026 (AFP) - No panic, says De la Fuente after Spain held by Cape Verde

2026-06-15 23:30:14

Southampton, United States, June 15, 2026 (AFP) - Forget losing course: Fitzpatrick wants Shinnecock tough

2026-06-15 23:30:14

Latest NAMPA photos

OMATJETE, 15 June 2026 - The Namibia Traffic Information System (NaTIS) on Wheels initiative was launched at Omatjete. The initiative aims to bring essential public services directly to remote and underserved communities, reducing the burden on residents who have traditionally travelled long distances to access government services. (Photo by: Isabel Bento) NAMPA

NAMPA

WINDHOEK, 13 June 2026 - Trustco United players while in action against Gootfontein during round six of the 2026 NRU Rugby Premier League at the Trustco United Sports Ground in Olympia. (Photo by: Hesron Kapanga) NAMPA

NAMPA

OKAHANDJA, 14 June 2026 - President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah attended the Ovambanderu commemoration marking 130 years since the death of Ombara Kahimemua Nguvauva, who was killed by German colonial forces at Okahandja in the Otjozondjupa Region, on Sunday. (Photo by: Hesron Kapanga) NAMPA

NAMPA

WINDHOEK, 13 June 2026 - Learners from Delta Secondary School emerged as the winners of Round One of the ExxonMobil Foundation STEM Africa Zonal Quiz 1. (Photo by: Molly Weyulu) NAMPA

NAMPA

MARIENTAL, 14 June 2026 - Hardap Swapo Party regional coordinator Riaan McNab addresses a meeting of Swapo regional and local authority councillors, who gathered in Mariental on Sunday. (Photo by: Joe-Chintha Garises) NAMPA

NAMPA