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Glorious failure no more? Scotland dare to dream again

BEING one of the older heads in The National newsroom who remembers Scotland’s last appearance at a World Cup, it feels appropriate to reminisce…

The National (Scotland)

FIFA World Cup: Canada draw with Bosnia-Herzegovina to earn first-ever World Cup point

Co-hosts Canada grabbed a second-half equalizer to draw 1-1 with Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto on Friday, earning their first-ever point at a World Cup. Cyle Larin levelled for the home team in the 78th minute after Jovo Lukic put Bosnia ahead midway through the first half in the first…

The Economic Times

Juanse Reveals the Unexpected Reason Ratones Paranoicos Are Hitting the U.S. During the World Cup - INTERVIEW

When Ratones Paranoicos announced two U.S. shows during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the easy assumption was that Argentina's most Rolling Stones-obsessed rock band had designed the perfect soccer-meets-rock operation. Dallas. Miami. Messi country. Thousands of Argentines. A World Cup in the United States. What could be more calculated? According…

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World Cup 2026: Inside Ronaldo's 665 Million Follower Lead Over Football's Elite

The 2026 FIFA World Cup highlights a divide in social media influence, with stars like Ronaldo and Messi leading in followers and earnings, while many players remain less visible online.

International Business Times UK

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo Chase Historic FIFA World Cup Records in 2026

The 2026 FIFA World Cup sees football legends like Messi, Ronaldo, and Mbappé chasing historic records, while nations compete for prestigious titles in a high-stakes tournament.

International Business Times UK

A Bosnian song about disillusionment with the American Dream becomes a World Cup banger

The opening lyrics couldn't be plainer: "I am from Bosnia; take me to America."

AAP

Bosnian band’s American Dream satire song becomes viral World Cup anthem

A Bosnian song first released 15 years ago has become a major hit as the World Cup has got underway

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A brief history of Scotland, as 10,219-day World Cup wait gets set to come to an end

Scotland will end a World Cup wait of 10,219 days when they face Haiti on Saturday

The National (Scotland)

All Rocket League x FIFA World Cup 2026 event rewards and how to get them

Soccer fever.

Destructoid

The World Cup usually cleans up a country’s image. Not this time

Mega sporting events run on a reliable formula. A country wins the hosting rights, spends money it probably shouldn’t, and receives a month-long image makeover in return. The FIFA World Cup has often been held as the ultimate example of this exchange, accused of being the world’s most expensive reputation…

Newslaundry

Julen Lopetegui: ‘Going to the World Cup just for the sake of going is stupid’

Eight years on from being sacked by Spain on the eve of the World Cup, Julen Lopetegui will get his chance on the big stage as head coach of Qatar

The Guardian - UK

Instead of a soft power coup, the World Cup could be an ‘own goal’ for Donald Trump

For football fans, the FIFA World Cup is so much more than sport. Every four years, it presents a unifying moment – bringing people together across the divides of language, culture and geography in a shared passion for the game.

The Conversation

FIFA World Cup 2026 Mexico vs South Africa highlights: Who won between Mex and SA in the dramatic 2026 opener? Check key moments, red cards and more

Mexico vs South Africa World Cup: Mexico kicked off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a dominant 2-0 victory over South Africa at the Estadio Azteca. Julián Quiñones scored the tournament's first goal, followed by a header from Raúl Jiménez, ending Mexico's long opening-match winless streak. The game was…

The Economic Times

$Years after skull fracture, Mexico's Raúl Jiménez has his long-awaited World Cup star moment$

Years after skull fracture, Mexico's Raúl Jiménez has his long-awaited World Cup star moment

Raúl Jiménez finally has his star moment in a World Cup for Mexico

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The Conversation

Where do Socceroos come from? Our map reveals Australia’s junior talent hotspots

When Football Australia (FA) announced the Socceroos’ squad for the FIFA World Cup, there was plenty of interest on the mix of experienced and new players.

Marie Claire

These New Fashion Collaborations Are Already Winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Give your jerseys a much-deserved upgrade.

Latin Times

Danny Ocean Told Venezuelans "I Am Taking You All With Me": He Did Way More During His World Cup Inauguration in Mexico

The opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca was filled with music, spectacle, and symbolism, but few moments resonated as personally for Venezuelans as the appearance of Danny Ocean.

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Shakira lights up the stage as World Cup kicks off in Mexico City

The extravaganza hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada is the biggest World Cup in history, stretching until the final in New Jersey on 19 July.

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How to watch Mexico vs South Africa: Free Streams & TV Channels for FIFA World Cup 2026 opening game, team news

Raul Jimenez leads the line for Mexico against South Africa as the co-hosts kick-off FIFA World Cup 2026 at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Here's how to watch the Group A clash for free online and from anywhere.

The Economic Times

Mexico vs South Africa FIFA World Cup 2026: Lineup, key players, prediction, team stats, and injury news

Mexico kicks off the expanded 2026 FIFA World Cup against South Africa in a rematch of the 2010 opener. El Tri, playing at home, are favored to secure a victory. Key players like Raul Jimenez and Edson Alvarez will lead Mexico's charge, while South Africa relies on Ronwen Williams and…

The Economic Times

World cup games today: Who are playing on Day 1? Kick off time, team-wise match schedule

World cup today matches: FIFA World Cup 2026 is kicking off on Thursday.

Sports Lens

South Africa World Cup 2026 Predictions: Picks and Betting Odds

South Africa return to the World Cup for the first time since 2010 as 100000-to-1 outsiders. Here's where the value lies beyond the win market.

International Business Times UK

Who Is Omar Artan? Top African Referee Denied Entry to US Ahead of FIFA World Cup Despite Valid Visa Claims

Omar Artan, Africa's top football referee, was denied entry to the US and will miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite claims he held a valid visa

The Mary Sue

Border Officials Are Turning the FIFA World Cup Into a Diplomatic Nightmare, Forcing Athletes to Endure Humiliating Airport Screenings

Teams say they are being treated like criminals at U.S. airports, sparking accusations of state-sponsored segregation.

Latin Times

World Cup Disruptors: The 10 Dark-horse Teams Capable of Causing World Cup Chaos

With 48 teams and an expanded knockout stage, the 2026 Fifa World Cup is ripe for upsets. We rank the 10 dark horses most capable of eliminating a favorite and making a deep run in North America.

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