Messi's Battle, Salah's Leap & Modrić's Farewell! 😱🔥

Messi faced a heroic goalkeeper, Salah leaped over the kangaroo to reach the Round of 16, the Swiss coach celebrated against Algeria, and football legends gave Luka Modrić an emotional farewell. Here are the funniest cartoon moments from the latest FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout matches! ⚽😂 Which moment was your favorite?

Bayer Leverkusen’s Lion Left Behind

This season was unforgettable for Bayer Leverkusen. Winning the Bundesliga and the German Cup without losing a single league match was a fairytale for the club and its fans. The players celebrated like heroes, and Brian the Lion, the club’s beloved mascot, danced proudly with them.

But football is cruel sometimes. One by one, the stars of this historic team changed their shirts and left for new adventures. The joy turned into sadness as Brian was left all alone on the dance floor.

In my latest cartoon, I wanted to capture that bittersweet moment. It’s funny, emotional, and a reminder that while players may come and go, the spirit of the club – and Brian the Lion – always stays. 🦁❤️

Xabi Alonso learned under the best football managers

Several great managers taught Xabi Alonso football tactics from his father Periko Alonso to Rafael Benítez, Jose Mourinho, Carlo Ancelotti and Pep Guardiola

Breel Embolo and Cameroon

Swiss Breel Embolo scored against the land of his birth Cameroon, but refused to celebrate & looked apologetic as his team mates rushed to congratulate him.

Happy Halloween: Premier League edition! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🎃

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Xhaka's legacy as Arsenal captain will be a little different to some of their others... 😬

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Wenger ends Mourinho's curse

Finally, Arsene Wenger has ended Jose Mourinho's curse over the Arsenal manager!

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