Anger at Tuchel over World Cup exit exposes biggest obstacle to England success Manager is not responsible for underlying weaknesses but there are reasons for optimism in the buildup to Euro 2028 The Guardian - UK · Sep 24
Prem Rugby 2026-27: Club-by-club guide and predictions for new season Who will challenge Northampton for the crown in a World Cup year? The Independent UK · Sep 22
US wins fifth straight women's FIBA World Cup title, beating France 97-79 Breanna Stewart led the U.S. women's basketball team to a fifth consecutive FIBA World Cup victory. The Americans overcame an early deficit against France to secure the championship title. This win extended their remarkable World Cup winning streak to thirty-six games. Several newcomers gained valuable experience on the veteran-led championship… The Economic Times · Sep 14
How WNBA Stars Turn a 17-Day 'FIBA World Cup' Break Into a Side Business Sophie Cunningham charges $199 for a livestreamed autograph during the WNBA's break. See how she, Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark cash in off the court. Latin Times · Sep 8
2026 Ballon d’Or: PSG, Arsenal, Bayern Munich among Club of the Year nominees as Harry Kane emerges as favorite. Check full list of contenders The much-anticipated 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony is set to take place in London on October 26. This esteemed award will recognize outstanding performances spanning from August 2025 to July 2026. The forthcoming FIFA World Cup, hosted in North America, is expected to sway the final nominations significantly. Among the frontrunners,… The Economic Times · Sep 8
Fiba World Cup: what to watch as Team USA and WNBA stars chase gold Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers will be in action as the Americans seek their 12th World Cup title, with France looking like their top competition The Guardian - US · Sep 4
Quote of the day by Jacques Kallis: "I realised in Sri Lanka that my dream of playing in a World Cup was..." Two athletes can reach the same realisation, that a long-held goal is no longer realistically within reach- and handle that moment in very different ways. One keeps chasing the goal anyway, past the point where the numbers and the body have stopped supporting it, unwilling to let go of something… The Times of India · Sep 3
U.S. Host City Reveals Total Amount Spent at World Cup—And It’s Staggering The 2026 FIFA World Cup was by far the most expensive edition to date. Sports Illustrated · Aug 27
For USWNT Captain Lindsey Heaps, Returning to Denver Is More Than Just a Homecoming The U.S. midfielder has won a World Cup, Olympic gold and a Champions League title. But coming home to lead Colorado’s new NWSL franchise may be her biggest personal challenge yet. Sports Illustrated · Aug 12
How Argentina’s World Cup banner has reignited Falklands dispute for new generation Argentina’s players unfurled the controversial banner following their World Cup win over England The Independent UK · Jul 31
Samoa flyer ready to conquer world with blue-chip backs Samoa are assembling a World Cup backline with superstar status across the park and Brisbane flyer Deine Mariner has made a stunning recovery to be part of it. AAP · Jul 30
What could a World Cup look like without European teams? European countries ‘will not participate’ in any Fifa competition if Gianni Infantino’s plans to privitise the World Cup go through The Independent UK · Jul 30
World game at war: why some European nations have threatened a World Cup boycott A little over a week since the 2026 men’s World Cup final, world soccer appears on the brink of war. The Conversation · Jul 30
'Never been clear': Goodwin on lack of Socceroos vision Craig Goodwin, one of a dozen Australian men to score at a World Cup, believes the Socceroos need a clear vision to thrive on global stages. AAP · Jul 29
The Independent UK · Jul 27 Gianni Infantino goes on Trump-like tirade as he blasts World Cup critics for ‘spreading hate’ Fifa president Infantino has faced intense scrutiny, including calls to resign, after staging a World Cup plagued by controversy
The Economic Times · Jul 25 Vozinha ends Lionel Messi's Inter Miami links with dream move to Colo Colo Vozinha, Cape Verde's FIFA World Cup 2026 hero, has agreed to join Chilean giants Colo Colo after emerging as one of the tournament's biggest breakout stars. The 40-year-old goalkeeper, previously linked with Lionel Messi's Inter Miami, completed a remarkable journey from free agent to FIFA Dream Team selection following his…
Sports Illustrated · Jul 21 Street Parties, Shaking Stadiums, Scorching Heat: SI’s Story at the 2026 World Cup Six writers who ticked off 13 stadiums across three countries recount their highs and lows from attending a World Cup like no other.
International Business Times UK · Jul 21 How Much Is a World Cup-Winning Goal Worth? Ferran Torres' Fortune Could Be About to Soar Ferran Torres' World Cup-winning goal secured Spain's 2026 triumph over Argentina. Here's how the historic strike could boost his market value, endorsements, and future earnings.
International Business Times UK · Jul 21 Spain Waited 16 Years for This: Why Millions Filled Madrid After FIFA World Cup 2026 Win Spain's football team celebrated their World Cup 2026 victory with a grand parade in Madrid, marking their second win. Fans rejoiced as players and performers took to the stage in a festive atmosphere.
International Business Times UK · Jul 20 When Is the 2030 FIFA World Cup? The Tournament Will Span Three Continents for the First Time The 2030 FIFA World Cup will be uniquely hosted across Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay, marking the tournament's centenary with a historic three-continent celebration.
The Independent UK · Jul 20 Prince Harry blames ‘mindset’ for England’s World Cup failure The Duke of Sussex has said that England needs to shift its mindset if it wants to win a World Cup.
The Independent UK · Jul 20 2026 was a World Cup of contradictions – with a tainted legacy WORLD CUP 2026: In some ways, the tournament was like the best American fast food, writes Miguel Delaney, entertaining but immediately forgettable, yet Fifa ushered through some harmful precedents for the future of football and off-field controversy cast a long shadow
The Guardian - UK · Jul 19 Trump show offers fitting fever-dream end to a World Cup of excess and damage Football appeared a sideshow for much of the last afternoon of a tournament nurtured to indulge the cult of the individual
International Business Times UK · Jul 19 10 Photos of Lionel Messi: Argentina's La Pulga's Efforts Fall Short, Spain Wins the 2026 FIFA World Cup Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup final, with Ferran Torres scoring in extra time. The victory marked Spain's second title and ended Lionel Messi's hopes of a farewell triumph.
The Conversation · Jul 19 Spain completely dominates Argentina in one-sided World Cup final Spain’s victory in this morning’s FIFA World Cup final confirmed what many have long believed: soccer is a team sport, and in the end, the collective defeats the individual.