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African results justify World Cup slots increase amid criticism

When four-time World Cup winners Italy failed to qualify for the 2026 tournament, then head coach Gennaro Gattuso lamented that Africa had so many places at the global showcase.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 11

Argentina rocked by hacker as FA sends emails about ‘corrupt refereeing’ after Egypt win

The Argentine Football Association have responded to the dissemination of emails that were ‘not authorised by our team’

The Independent UK · Jul 10

Can ageless Messi keep delivering for Argentina at World Cup?

Lionel Messi's scoring streak continues for Argentina in the World Cup tournament. The team has advanced through tough knockout matches, showing strong resilience. Argentina's remarkable camaraderie and team spirit are key to their success. They face a well-drilled Switzerland team in the upcoming quarter-final match. The winners will advance to…

The Economic Times · Jul 10

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Argentina Predicted Lineup vs. Switzerland: World Cup Quarterfinal

The holders continue to thrive in chaos as its title defense returns to Kansas City.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 10

How Responsible Tourism Can Help Preserve Egypt's Heritage

Learn how responsible tourism helps protect Egypt's ancient monuments while supporting local communities and preserving cultural heritage for future generations.

Latin Times · Jul 10

World Cup history: a timeline of Africa’s greatest moments on the field

The history of African performances at the men’s football World Cup is a story of resilience, technical skill, joyful expression, and the breaking of systemic barriers. For decades, global football governance structures heavily favoured European and South American teams, leaving Africa to fight not just for wins on the pitch,…

The Conversation · Jul 10

Argentina XI vs Switzerland: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup 2026

One player was sent for scans after dramatic victory over Egypt

Evening Standard · Jul 10

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Argentina continue to show ‘heart’ but flaws are apparent before Switzerland clash

Close calls against Cape Verde and Egypt show Scaloni’s side are vulnerable, despite all the brilliance of Lionel Messi

The Guardian - UK · Jul 10

Netanyahu Says He's Supporting Argentina at 2026 World Cup, Praises Javier Milei as 'Great Friend of Israel'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu supports Argentina in the 2026 World Cup, citing Lionel Messi's experience and political ties with Argentine President Javier Milei.

International Business Times UK · Jul 10

Egypt's soccer team gets a warm welcome home after World Cup loss

Thousands of fans greet Egypt’s national soccer team as it returns home after its World Cup journey ended with a 3-2 loss to Argentina

The Independent UK · Jul 10

Woman at the World Cup films Georgia security guards directing only Egyptian fans into a separate screening line: ‘This is called racism’

Apparently, there was special crowd control for Egypt fans.

We Got This Covered · Jul 10

Gaza Football Fans Gather Amid Ruins for World Cup Hours After Israeli Strike Kills Screening Coordinator

In Gaza, World Cup screenings organised by Mohamed al-Wahidi became symbols of resilience, uniting communities amidst destruction, despite his tragic death in an Israeli air strike.

International Business Times UK · Jul 10

Why Lionel Messi can’t lead Argentina to win this World Cup (on his own)

Argentina’s frailties have been exposed and they’re not as good as the 2022 World Cup-winning vintage despite Messi’s heroics. Something has to change

The Independent UK · Jul 10

The minute in which every eliminated African team conceded to go home at the 2026 World Cup

The eliminated African sides conceded shockingly late in the 2026 World Cup knockouts, but won our hearts

FourFourTwo · Jul 9

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The Economic Times · Jul 9

FIFA referees chief Collina rejects 'unfounded allegations' over Argentina-Egypt World Cup clash

FIFA referees chief Pierluigi Collina has defended World Cup match officials. He rejected unfounded allegations of malpractice after Argentina's controversial victory over Egypt. Collina stated that no one can question the integrity of FIFA World Cup match officials. He emphasized that match officials make honest decisions and always try their…

Euronews · Jul 9

Europe must not ignore Egypt's persecuted Baha'is

In an Euronews opinion piece, MEP Nikos Papandreou urges the EU to press Egypt to end discrimination against the Baha'i community. He argues Cairo should honour its constitutional commitment to freedom of belief by granting Baha'is equal legal rights.

We Got This Covered · Jul 9

VTuber’s World Cup ‘curse’ has doomed every single team she’s backed, but now she may have finally gone too far

"Please please please I'm actually begging you delete your post I want France to win."

FourFourTwo · Jul 9

Zohran Mamdani claims 'Egypt were robbed' in Argentina World Cup defeat

The mayor of New York didn't hold back in his assessment of the match between Egypt and Argentina

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The Guardian - UK · Jul 9

LGBTQ+ cruise ship refused entry to Egypt days after Turkey turned it away

Scarlet Lady’s 2,000 passengers told of change as one of those onboard says they will ‘sparkle and spend elsewhere’

The Times of India · Jul 9

Egypt is building an entire desert city from scratch, crowned by a 1,263 foot skyscraper

About 45 kilometres east of Cairo, in a stretch of desert that held nothing but flat, arid gravel and sand only a decade ago, Egypt has built an entire new city from the ground up. Officially called the New Administrative Capital, and more recently renamed The New Capital, the project…

Sports Illustrated · Jul 9

FIFA Referee Chief Issues Strong Response to Accusations of Bias Towards Lionel Messi’s Argentina

Argentina benefited from some significant refereeing decisions during its round-of-16 victory over Egypt.

The Guardian - UK · Jul 9

Egypt’s World Cup adventure gave the country its first collective joy in 15 years

In a nation where more than 70% of people rely on food subsidies the team’s history-making campaign brought welcome celebration

The Independent UK · Jul 9

Fifa responds to claims that Argentina’s win over Egypt was ‘fixed’

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The Independent UK · Jul 9

Fifa hit back after Egypt’s ‘fix’ claim over controversial Argentina decisions

Football’s governing body has come under fire by the Egyptian FA over the decisions made by match officials during the World Cup last-16 encounter with Argentina

The Economic Times · Jul 9

FIFA World Cup 2026: Some goals down? Comeback history says it's not over yet

FIFA World Cup 2026 Comeback: Football's World Cup stage has witnessed numerous dramatic comebacks. Argentina recently escaped a two-goal deficit against Egypt in a thrilling match. The 1954 Austria versus Switzerland game ended with a remarkable seven-five scoreline. Eusebio's four goals rescued Portugal from a three-goal deficit in 1966. These…

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