Dazzling Diaz steps up to starring role for Colombia

June 18, 2026 12:24 PM

Dazzling Diaz steps up to starring role for Colombia

It was 12 years ago that Colombia forward James Rodriguez announced himself at the World Cup in Brazil - and though he led his side out for their ​2026 opener on Wednesday, it was teammate Luis Diaz who showed he could be ‌the main man this year. Diaz was the architect of his side's 3-1 Group K win over tournament debutants Uzbekistan at a raucous Azteca Stadium that was filled to the brim with loud and proud Colombia supporters. Although 29 years ​old, it is the first World Cup for Diaz...

Late goals send Bayern to Champions League semifinals

April 16, 2026 10:06 AM

Late goals send Bayern to Champions League semifinals

Late strikes by Luis Díaz and Michael Olise sealed Bayern's place in the semi-finals after they beat Real Madrid 4-3 in an epic Champions League quarterfinal second leg. Arda Güler bagged a brace in the first half, with Aleksandar Pavlović and Harry Kane levelling twice. Kylian Mbappé made it 4-4 on aggregate just before half-time, but Díaz and Olise struck in the closing minutes after Eduardo Camavinga was sent off, giving Bayern victory on the night and sending them into the last four wi...