White House Chooses New World Cup Favorite With ‘Great Storyline’ With the USMNT falling to Belgium in the round of 16, U.S. government officials must back a new horse to win the race. Sports Illustrated · Jul 14
Ranking the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot Contenders The top scorer race in North America is unlikely anything ever seen before in the world’s biggest tournament. Sports Illustrated · Jul 14
Do players miss the final if they get booked in the semi-final? Just four teams remain involved in World Cup 2026 as Spain take on France and England meet Argentina in the semi-finals FourFourTwo · Jul 14
I watched the England game on a mammoth screen for less than £200 all in – and you could do the same for the semis All you need is a projector, screen and a garden for a festival-like viewing experience T3 · Jul 14
Tory councillor fumes at 'idiot' Scots supporting Argentina in England semi-final A TORY councillor has fumed at “idiot” Scots who are too “blinkered” to support England in the World Cup semi-final and are instead cheering… The National (Scotland) · Jul 14
England and Argentina’s epic rivalry is much deeper than just football WORLD CUP 2026: The two nations clash in a mammoth World Cup semi-final, writes Miguel Delaney, that will be embroiled in emotion, history and so much more The Independent UK · Jul 14
Ahead of Argentina vs. England, Falklands (Malvinas) War Veterans Issue Emotional Plea: 'Football Is Not War' As Argentina prepares to face England in one of the most emotionally charged matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a leading organization representing veterans of the 1982 Falklands War has issued a public appeal urging fans not to turn the semifinal into a symbolic battle over the conflict. Latin Times · Jul 14
England vs Argentina weather forecast: Could storms delay World Cup semi-final? Thundery showers are forecast in Atlanta - but this time there’s a key difference Evening Standard · Jul 14
British children on track to be unhealthiest generation in decades, report finds Health experts have issued a stark warning to the government, urging it to take action before it is too late The Independent UK · Jul 14
Britain hunted beavers to extinction around 400 years ago, but they are now returning to England's wetlands to rebuild rivers and restore disappearing ecosystems For generations, the sound of a beaver working along an English waterway was something found only in history books. The animals that once shaped rivers and wetlands across Britain disappeared after centuries of hunting, leaving behind only traces of their former presence. Now, a new chapter has begun in Dorset,… The Times of India · Jul 14
World Cup spike could mean extra £20m of withdrawals from Link ATMs on Wednesday The network predicts around £210 million will be withdrawn on the day England play Argentina. Evening Standard · Jul 14
SNP offer to help Andy Burnham copy free bus travel policy in England SCOTLAND'S policy of free bus travel for under-22s should be implemented in England by Andy Burnham, an independent inquiry has said. The National (Scotland) · Jul 14
Kobbie Mainoo World Cup role questioned – the Manchester United midfielder hasn’t played a minute for England this tournament Man United man Mainoo was selected for Thomas Tuchel’s squad but appears to be out of favour FourFourTwo · Jul 14
Can England beat Argentina? Experts predict World Cup semi-final clash One of football’s fiercest rivalries is renewed as Spain await the winners Evening Standard · Jul 14
The Guardian - UK · Jul 14 World Cup and Ballon d’Or in reach as Harry Kane enters defining week of his career Harry Kane is driven by a sense of destiny but to be remembered as an all-time great outside England requires big-game performances
Evening Standard · Jul 14 Who is England vs Argentina referee? Lionel Messi reunited with familiar face in semi-final World Cup official has previously refereed Argentina stars who play for Inter Miami in MLS
The Guardian - UK · Jul 14 BBC heads from Salford to Atlanta for live England v Argentina broadcast The BBC will present live coverage of England’s World Cup semi-final against Argentina live from Atlanta
Evening Standard · Jul 14 Keir Starmer eyes trip to World Cup final in last act as Prime Minister Sir Keir is planning a last-minute dash to New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium should England get past Argentina
The Independent UK · Jul 14 France v Spain: Who would England prefer in World Cup final? Independent writers’ verdicts A chance at major tournament revenge will await England if they can get past Argentina
The Guardian - UK · Jul 14 It’s the hope that kills you – so fingers crossed for Andy Burnham World Cup victory for England next week could raise expectations the likely new prime minister can’t live up to, writes Zoe Williams
Sports Illustrated · Jul 14 Matching World Cup Teams With NFL Squads: Why England Is the Seahawks of Soccer Soccer has taken over the United States this summer, inviting natural comparisons to America's version of football.
The Independent UK · Jul 14 The most exclusive thing about England’s face-off with Argentina Lionel Messi – perhaps the greatest footballer of all time – has done lots of things. He’s Argentina’s youngest and oldest goal scorer; he holds the record for World Cup goals; and he’s won the Ballon d’Or more than anyone else, a record eight times. But he’s never played against…
The Guardian - UK · Jul 14 Let gamechangers Jordan, Pollock and Bielle-Biarrey off the leash to grow game Emerging stars need a leg up from media and marketing teams to ensure they get the public recognition they deserve
The Economic Times · Jul 14 Four teams, four personalities: Which World Cup semifinalist matches you? This guide helps fans find a new team to support after their favorite's elimination. Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, seeks to defend their title and offers safe betting. England, aiming to break a long tournament drought, presents a compelling narrative. France, the reigning champion, boasts a formidable squad and strong…
The Conversation · Jul 14 Why food skills belong in the school curriculum – not left to chance at home One in ten children aged seven to nine years is living with obesity in Europe. In England, childhood obesity rises from around 10% of children in reception to around 22% by year six. While we know there are many complex and inter-connected biological, social and environmental causes of childhood obesity,…