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bbc.co.uksports4 hrs ago
FIFA reverses U.S. striker suspension ahead of World Cup match against Belgium
FIFA reinstated U.S. forward Folarin Balogun for Sunday’s last-16 World Cup game after previously suspending him. The Belgian federation said it is reviewing options to protect fair play. U.S. players learned of the change through social media.
indiatoday.intoday.insports11 hrs ago
Mexico Fans Attempt to Disrupt England Team's Sleep Before World Cup Match
Mexico supporters gathered near England's hotel in Mexico City and set off fireworks and played music. Police moved the group back and the team reported little effect on rest. The incident follows a similar complaint by Ecuador earlier in the tournament.
bbc.co.uksports2 days ago
Germany coach resigns before 2026 World Cup
Reports indicate the current Germany coach plans to step down after a meeting with federation officials. The 38-year-old coach agreed to leave following a three-hour discussion at the association headquarters.
Los Angeles Timessports2 days agoUpdated
Portugal Advances Past Croatia on Late VAR Call at 2026 World Cup
Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1 in a Round of 32 match after a stoppage-time goal and a disallowed equalizer. Spain beat Austria 3-0 and Switzerland defeated Algeria 2-0 on the same day.
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app.buzzsumo.comsports3 days ago
England Team Prepares for Mexico Match with Sleep Protections
England's squad will arrive in Mexico City two days before its World Cup last-16 match against Mexico. Officials plan to keep the team hotel undisclosed and supply ear plugs, sleep bands, or white-noise machines if needed.
riotimesonline.comsports4 days ago
Mexico Advances to World Cup Last 16 After 2-0 Win Over Ecuador
Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-0 to reach the knockout stage. The team remains unbeaten and has not conceded a goal in four matches. Its next opponent will play at the Azteca Stadium.
sports5 days ago
Côte d'Ivoire Meets Norway in World Cup 2026 Round of 32
Côte d'Ivoire and Norway face off in the last 32 of the 2026 World Cup at the home of the Dallas Cowboys. Both teams have made lineup changes ahead of the match.
sports5 days ago
Norway Faces Ivory Coast in World Cup Round of 32
Norway meets Ivory Coast on Tuesday in the round of 32 at Dallas Stadium. Norway enters as favorites after finishing second in its group behind France. Ivory Coast also placed second in its group, behind Germany.
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washingtonpost.comsports5 days ago
U.S. Homeland Security Chief Says He Danced After Iran's World Cup Exit
The secretary of the Department of Homeland Security said he celebrated Iran's elimination from the 2026 World Cup and described strict visa limits placed on the team. Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei and captain Mehdi Taremi said the restrictions and political backdrop reduced their pr…
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The Independentsports7 days ago
Cape Verde World Cup captain accused of raping translator on New Zealand trip
A Brazilian translator has accused Cape Verde's national team captain of raping her during a March team trip to New Zealand. The woman filed complaints with the Cape Verde Football Federation and FIFA in May.
bbc.co.uksports7 days ago
Crystal Palace and Sunderland players lead Premier League clubs with seven World Cup goals each
Players from Crystal Palace and Sunderland have each scored seven goals during the 2026 World Cup group stage. The two clubs rank ahead of Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester City in goals scored by their players.
The Independentsports7 days ago
Bellingham Scores and Assists as England Beats Panama 2-0
Jude Bellingham scored and set up Harry Kane in a 2-0 World Cup win over Panama that secured first place in Group L. The midfielder recorded match-leading passes, dribbles and tackles while Kane moved past Gary Lineker on England’s all-time World Cup goal list.
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news.google.comsports9 days ago
England Squad Plays Card Games During World Cup Stay in Kansas City
England players have spent downtime during the World Cup group stage playing card games including SkyJo, Wolf and Imposter. The games are part of efforts to maintain team bonding while the squad remains at its base camp.
Al Jazeerasports7 days agoUpdated
Nine African Teams Advance to 2026 World Cup Round of 32, Tunisia Eliminated
Nine of the ten African sides in the group stage reached the knockout rounds. The round-of-32 draw paired several of them against European opponents.
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The Independentsports9 days agoUpdated
Netherlands Tops Group F With 3-1 Win Over Tunisia
The Netherlands defeated Tunisia 3-1 in Kansas City to finish first in World Cup Group F. Japan and Sweden drew 1-1 in Dallas, sending both teams into the knockout stage.
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pinknews.co.uksports9 days agoUpdated
Iran and Egypt to Play Pride Match in Seattle at World Cup 2026
FIFA designated Friday night's Group G match between Iran and Egypt in Seattle as a Pride Match. Organizers will allow rainbow flags and host pregame LGBTQ events while both teams focus on the contest.
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sbs.com.ausports10 days ago
Brazil Defeats Scotland 3-0, Leaving Scots Aiming for Third-Place Knockout Spot
Scotland lost its final group-stage match 3-0 to Brazil and now needs favorable results elsewhere to advance as one of the eight best third-placed teams. The outcome leaves progression out of Scotland's hands until at least Sunday.
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France 24sports11 days ago
Bosnia Beats Qatar 3-1 to Near World Cup Knockout Stage
Bosnia and Herzegovina defeated Qatar 3-1 in their final Group B match on June 24. The result lifted Bosnia to four points and left the team in position to advance as one of the best third-placed sides.
foxnews.comsports11 days agoUpdated
Paraguay Midfielder Sent Off at World Cup for Covering Mouth
Miguel Almiron received a red card after covering his mouth during a confrontation with a Turkey player. FIFA officials said the sanction applies only when the exchange is confrontational, not during friendly chats.
France 24sports12 days agoUpdated
France Coach Didier Deschamps to Miss Norway Match After Mother's Death
Didier Deschamps learned of his mother's death on Tuesday and will return to France for her funeral. Assistant Guy Stephan will lead the team in Friday's final Group I game against Norway in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
nypost.comsports13 days agoUpdated
Norway Fans Perform Viking Row Chant in Times Square Before Senegal Match
Norwegian supporters gathered in Manhattan on June 21 to stage the synchronized Viking Row routine ahead of their team's June 23 World Cup fixture against Senegal. The display followed a 4-1 opening win over Iraq and coincided with identical performances in Oslo and on New York s…
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riotimesonline.compolitics15 days ago
World Cup 2026 Day Nine Results Include Scotland Loss and USA Advancement
Scotland lost its match on day nine of the 2026 World Cup. The United States advanced to the knockout stage. The tournament continued with additional group-stage games.
The Guardiansports15 days agoUpdated
Paraguay Defeats Turkey 1-0 to Eliminate Them from World Cup Group Stage
Paraguay scored in the first minute and held on with ten players to beat Turkey 1-0 in a Group D match at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium. Turkey finished with 32 shots and nearly 80 percent possession but could not equalize.
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bbc.co.uksports16 days ago
France, England, Argentina top updated World Cup power rankings
France received 13 of 20 first-place votes after a 3-1 win. England moved up two spots following a 4-2 victory, while Argentina stayed in third after a 3-0 result.
The Guardiansports16 days ago
United States Advances to World Cup Knockouts After Defeating Australia
The United States defeated Australia in a Group D match in Seattle. The result secured advancement to the knockout stage for the co-host nation.
bbc.co.ukpolitics16 days ago
Duck named Merlin becomes Mexico's World Cup ambassador
A two-year-old pet duck called Merlin has gone viral after videos showed it wearing Mexico's national team jersey while walking through Mexico City streets. Fans gathered in the city center to meet the duck ahead of the 2026 tournament.
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finance16 days ago
TSA Reminds World Cup Travelers to Pack Ranch Dressing in Checked Bags
The Transportation Security Administration posted guidance on Instagram after foreign visitors at the 2026 World Cup developed a preference for ranch dressing. The post directed travelers to place containers larger than 3.4 ounces in checked luggage.
France 24sports17 days ago
Switzerland scores four late goals to defeat Bosnia-Herzegovina 4-1
Substitutes Jovan Manzambi and Ruben Vargas scored three of Switzerland's goals after Bosnia-Herzegovina was reduced to ten men. The match was played on 18 June 2026.
The Independentsports19 days ago
Iraqi Striker Scores at World Cup 2026 After Airport Questioning
An Iraqi national team player scored during a Group I match days after undergoing seven hours of questioning at Chicago's O'Hare airport. A team photographer was denied entry after similar checks.
bbc.co.uksports19 days ago
Jordan Reaches First World Cup After Decades of Qualification Efforts
Jordan will make its World Cup debut at the 2026 tournament after securing qualification through the Asian confederation process. The team opens against Austria and could face Argentina in its final group match.
Euronewspolitics19 days ago
Iran's World Cup Opener Draws Protesters and Fans Outside Los Angeles Stadium
Dozens of demonstrators gathered outside Iran's opening 2026 World Cup match against New Zealand near Los Angeles on Monday, waving pre-revolutionary flags and calling for political change in Tehran. Football supporters wearing national colors also arrived, highlighting divisions…
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dutchreview.comsports21 days ago
Curacao to Become Smallest Nation by Area and Population at 2026 World Cup
The Caribbean island of Curacao, population 158,000, will field a 26-player squad at the 2026 World Cup. Only one player was born on the island; the rest hold Dutch passports. Manager Dick Advocaat, 78, will be the oldest coach in tournament history.
France 24sports22 days ago
Brazil Draws with Morocco in World Cup 2026 Opener
Brazil equalized in the second half after Morocco took an early lead through Saibari. The match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey ended level.
bbc.co.uksports23 days ago
Bellingham Says England Camp Had Off-Pitch Issues at Euro 2024 Despite Reaching Final
England midfielder Jude Bellingham said the squad did not connect as well as it could have during the 2024 European Championship in Germany. He spoke while preparing for the 2026 World Cup under manager Thomas Tuchel.
France 24sports24 days ago
2026 World Cup begins in Mexico City as some immigrant fans cite detention concerns
The tournament opened today in Mexico City with eight matches scheduled at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. An immigrant family described a prior detention at the stadium during a football match. New Jersey State Police stated that immigrant fans are safe to attend.
sports25 days ago
Airlines Add Routes and Seats Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Carriers are increasing capacity and launching new flights to 16 host cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico for the June-July tournament. At least 5 million travelers are expected to fly across North America during the event.
France 24sports26 days agoUpdated
France Beats Northern Ireland 3-1 in World Cup Warm-Up
Michael Olise scored a hat-trick for France in a 3-1 friendly win over Northern Ireland on June 8, 2026. The match served as preparation ahead of France's Group I opener against Senegal on June 16.
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bbc.co.ukpolitics27 days ago
2026 World Cup to Use Semi-Automated Offside Technology
The 2026 World Cup will introduce semi-automated offside technology using twelve cameras that track player movement at fifty stills per second. Assistant referees will continue to make final decisions while receiving automated alerts through earpieces.
BBC Newssports29 days ago
England Edge New Zealand 1-0 in Experimental Tampa Friendly
Harry Kane scored the only goal as England used 22 players in their final warm-up before facing Costa Rica.
koreaboo.comsports31 days ago
Shakira to Perform Official Song at 2026 World Cup Opening Ceremony in Mexico
Colombian singer Shakira will perform her official tournament song at the opening ceremony in Mexico City. The event precedes the first match between Mexico and South Africa on 11 June.
winnipegfreepress.comsports34 days ago
Police Deploy Tear Gas After Teachers Break Through Barriers at World Cup Fan Fest Site in Mexico City
Police clashed with teachers attempting to reach the Zocalo plaza where a Fan Fest for the 2026 World Cup is being built. The confrontation occurred ten days before Mexico’s opening match.
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indianexpress.comsports34 days ago
IFAB Approves Multiple Rule Changes, Including New Red Card Offences, to Take Effect at 2026 World Cup
New laws targeting discrimination, time-wasting and match flow will take effect at the tournament opening June 11 and apply league-wide from the 2026-2027 season.
fantasyfootballscout.co.uksports35 days ago
FIFA to Ban Goalkeeper Injury Timeouts at 2026 World Cup
Players will no longer be allowed to approach the technical area during goalkeeper stoppages. FIFA referees' chief Pierluigi Collina announced the rule ahead of the tournament.
thesouthafrican.comsports36 days ago
Uber to Charge $45–$49 for Post-Match Shuttles at Four 2026 World Cup Venues
Uber will run 50-seat shuttles after games at MetLife, Hard Rock, AT&T and Gillette stadiums starting June 11. Prices range from $45 to $49 per person, undercutting some rail options.
The Guardiansports39 days ago
MLS Seeks Growth Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Major League Soccer has expanded to 30 teams since 1996 but faces questions about further growth. The 2026 World Cup offers a potential boost similar to the 1994 tournament that led to the league's founding.
upi.comsports45 days ago
Crystal Palace Defender Chris Richards Tears Ankle Ligaments
Crystal Palace center-back Chris Richards sustained two torn ankle ligaments during a Premier League match against Brentford. The injury leaves his availability for the Conference League final and the 2026 World Cup uncertain.
The Guardiansports45 days ago
Guardian Seeks Reader Input on 2026 World Cup
The Guardian is collecting experiences from football fans ahead of the men's World Cup, which begins June 11 in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Readers are invited to share viewing plans and views on tournament storylines.
deccanchronicle.comworld55 days ago
U.S. Health Officials Say They Are Prepared for Disease Outbreaks at 2026 World Cup
NIH Director and acting CDC Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya said the United States has systems in place to respond to any potential disease outbreaks during the 2026 World Cup. He told CBS News correspondent Tony Dokoupil that the risk level matches previous tournaments managed pro…
thequint.compolitics55 days ago
FIFA Switches to Adaptive Pricing for Late World Cup Ticket Purchases by National Associations
Several national football associations have faced sharply higher prices for additional tickets requested after January under Fifa’s adaptive pricing model. An executive at one association reported an average cost of $3,000 per ticket. Fifa maintains the true average is far lower…
New York Postpolitics59 days ago
Trump Says He Would Not Spend Over $1,000 on US World Cup Opener
President Trump told the New York Post he was surprised by ticket prices exceeding $1,000 for the United States' June 12 match against Paraguay in Los Angeles and said he would not pay that amount. He expressed concern that high prices could prevent his supporters from attending…
swissinfo.chsports59 days agoUpdated
FIFA President Defends 2026 World Cup Ticket Prices
FIFA President Gianni Infantino said high ticket prices reflect U.S. market conditions and resale laws. Face-value prices for the final reached nearly $11,000, up from $1,600 in 2022.
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espn.compolitics60 days ago
FA and US Soccer Propose Changes to FIFA's Model for 2031 and 2035 Women's World Cups
The Football Association and US Soccer Federation are pushing FIFA to revise its organizational model for the upcoming Women's World Cups, seeking greater local input. This follows disputes over ticket prices and costs for the 2026 men's World Cup. Bids for the tournaments will b…
680news.comworld60 days ago
Canadian House Committee Hears Testimony on EV Import Deal with China
Industry experts and policy leaders testified before a Canadian parliamentary committee on the economic and security risks posed by a new trade agreement permitting low-tariff imports of Chinese electric vehicles. The deal, signed in January 2026, reduces tariffs and sets import…
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