Lionel Messi-less Argentina cruised to a 2-0 win against Honduras, while Brazil registered a 2-1 win against Egypt without their star striker Neymar. Argentina and Brazil are two of the favourites to win the FIFA World Cup 2026. (Pics: AFP)

Gulf nations are gearing up for Eid al-Adha also called the Bakrid with buying goats and sheeps for traditional sacrifice of the animals on the festival after special Eid prayers and charity as families were seen coming together to mark one of Islamic holy festival. (Pics/AFP)