After sleepwalking through the group stage, Spain have woken up for the business end of the World Cup La Roja exemplified why they are one of the favorites to win the World Cup FourFourTwo · Jul 2
How to watch Portugal vs Croatia: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time as Cristiano Ronaldo faces Luka Modric at FIFA World Cup 2026, team news Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric both start as Portugal face Croatia at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Here's how to watch the last-32 clash for free online and from anywhere. TechRadar · Jul 2
StubHub accused of ruining World Cup dreams in new lawsuit filed by ticket holders IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 2
‘The Offer Is Still Valid’—Barcelona President Confirms Julian Alvarez Bid Joan Laporta insists Barça’s offer for the Atlético Madrid striker holds despite bad blood. Sports Illustrated · Jul 2
Folarin Balogun Matches Unwanted World Cup Record Only Achieved Three Times in History The USMNT striker was the hero of the round of 32 win but was then sent off. Sports Illustrated · Jul 2
Austria-Algeria draw sparks World Cup match fixing allegations online Austria and Algeria's dramatic 3-3 World Cup draw sparked online claims the match was fixed to send both teams into the knockout stage at Iran's expense. Conspiracy theories, misleading videos and fake FIFA notices have fuelled the speculation, with some dubbing it the "Disgrace of Kansas City" in a nod… France 24 · Jul 2
With the World Cup in full swing, why have the geopolitical criticisms quietened? We are well into this largest and longest FIFA men’s World Cup. Before it kicked off in Mexico City on June 11, there was intense media and public discussion of its geopolitics. The Conversation · Jul 2
Malik Tillman Reveals Brutal Injury Sustained Minutes Before Wondrous Free Kick The 24-year-old became the first American man in 32 years to score a free kick at the World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Jul 2
StubHub sued by World Cup fans who say ticket cancellations crushed their dreams The Americans behind the lawsuit want StubHub to be banned from selling World Cup tickets The Independent UK · Jul 2
Spain vs Austria FIFA World Cup 2026: Match time in India, live streaming and team details Spain vs Austria FIFA World Cup 2026 Predicted Lineup, Key Players and Match Preview: Spain faces Austria in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 on July 3rd, with a spot in the last 16 on the line. Unbeaten Spain, who topped Group H, clash with Austria, the Group… The Economic Times · Jul 2
Thomas Tuchel claims Fifa rule puts England at ‘huge’ disadvantage in Mexico City altitude Thomas Tuchel lamented a Fifa rule that has shut down one possible acclimatisation plan for the last-16 tie against co-hosts The Guardian - UK · Jul 2
'A Private Party with Public Money’ Canada spent one billion dollars hosting 13 matches – was it worth it? Many feel that money could've gone elsewhere. FourFourTwo spoke to people in Toronto who think their inaugural World Cup was lukewarm FourFourTwo · Jul 2
StubHub sued by fans who say ticket cancellations crushed dreams of going to World Cup After weeks of complaints from frustrated fans, StubHub is being sued by customers who say the ticket reseller’s inability to fulfill orders crushed their dreams of going to World Cup The Independent UK · Jul 2
How to watch Spain vs Austria: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for FIFA World Cup 2026 as Lamine Yamal's side begin knockout campaign, team news Dani Olmo and Pedro Porro start in place of Mikel Merino and Marcos Llorente as Spain take on Austria at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Here's how to watch the last-32 clash for free online and from anywhere. TechRadar · Jul 2
The Independent UK · Jul 2 Mexico v England tickets reach eye-watering £27,000 for World Cup last-16 tie England fans face huge prices to try and secure a spot at the World Cup last-16 clash at the iconic Estadio Azteca
Sports Illustrated · Jul 2 World Cup Knockout Stage Red and Yellow Card Rules Explained Yellow cards are wiped at two separate points during the 2026 World Cup, giving players a reset and reducing the risk of missing key late-stage matches.
Reason · Jul 2 How the US Has - Mostly - Avoided the Dark Side of the World Cup This year's World Cup has largely avoided the stadium subsidies, forcible displacement of people, human rights violations, and other evils historically associated with the event.
The Independent UK · Jul 2 New poll reveals World Cup success has failed to spark soccer popularity boom in the US The US still has a way to go before it can call itself a soccer nation
Latin Times · Jul 2 Team USA Just Made World Cup History: It Wouldn't Have Been Possible Without Immigrants The U.S. men's national soccer team made history Wednesday night, defeating Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 to reach the FIFA World Cup Round of 16, snapping a 24-year drought without a men's World Cup knockout win. Beyond the historic result, the roster tells another story: one that mirrors the United States…
The Guardian - UK · Jul 2 England survive a Lionel M masterclass and roll on to the Azteca … just In today’s Football Daily: Thomas Tuchel’s team dodge one thanks to Harry Kane
Sports Illustrated · Jul 2 USMNT’s Furious Folarin Balogun Reaction Hints at Lionel Messi Bias The U.S. striker was dismissed for a foul that was eerily similar to one by Lionel Messi earlier this tournament.
Digital Camera World · Jul 2 1100 drones detected, 400 drones seized. Does the FIFA World Cup really have a serious drone problem? ⚽️ US Government cashes in on drone operators with $100,000 fines anywhere within 3 miles of FIFA World Cup games
The Independent UK · Jul 2 ‘Typical Fifa’: Why lack of World Cup appeal process for Folarin Balogun’s red card is completely inadequate The United States are unable to challenge what looked a harsh red card for their striker under Fifa’s World Cup rules
Evening Standard · Jul 2 Mobile networks record biggest ever spikes as commuters stream England kick-off New records were set for both EE and O2 during Wednesday evening’s Fifa men’s football match.
International Business Times UK · Jul 2 'Spit Out Your Salary!': South Korea Coach Hong Myung-bo Booed at Airport After FIFA World Cup 2026 Exit South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo was met with boos and chants of 'Spit Out Your Salary!' as the national team returned home following its FIFA World Cup 2026 exit.