Cristiano Ronaldo made an unusual gesture in Portugal vs DR Congo, and it's not the first time Cristiano Ronaldo was spotted doing something that really didn't help his team's cause in the World Cup FourFourTwo · Jun 17
How to watch England vs Croatia: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time as the Three Lions begin FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign Here's how to watch England vs Croatia for free online and from anywhere in Group L of the FIFA World Cup 2026. TechRadar · Jun 17
World Cup ticket prices reflect a divided society Letters: The eye-watering ticket prices, like the cost of housing, reflect the divide between rich people and others, writes Richard Eltringham The Guardian - UK · Jun 17
‘The Pitch!’—France Critical of MetLife Stadium Surface a Year After Concerns First Raised Les Bleus beat Senegal at the venue in New Jersey but felt the pitch was a hindrance. Sports Illustrated · Jun 17
World Cup Erupts as Iran Star Accused of 'Gun Gesture' Celebration Iran's Mohammad Mohebi faces backlash after a controversial World Cup goal celebration sparked political debate, social media outrage, and calls for FIFA scrutiny. International Business Times UK · Jun 17
FIFA Has The Worst Sports Idea I’ve Ever Heard Some people say there are no bad ideas. These people have likely never met FIFA president Gianni Infantino, whose latest plan for creating unity through football could be a storyline on VEEP or 30 Rock. While he’s been jetsetting around the Americas to watch games in the newly expanded FIFA… The Mary Sue · Jun 17
Portugal vs DR Congo prediction as Cristiano Ronaldo goes for broke in World Cup record books Roberto Martinez’s Portugal kick off their World Cup 2026 campaign in Houston FourFourTwo · Jun 17
FIFA World Cup 2026 Health Risks: Heat Illness, Infectious Disease, and Food Safety Warnings Across 16 Host Cities PAHO issued major health warnings for FIFA World Cup 2026: heat illness, infectious disease, and food safety risks across 16 U.S., Canada, and Mexico host cities. Medical Daily · Jun 17
Why Was Kylian Mbappé Not Awarded Penalty in France’s Win Over Senegal? The French forward was at the heart of more controversy on Tuesday. Sports Illustrated · Jun 17
Protesters to rally against World Cup sponsor Hyundai before Mexico game Business dealings by Hyundai with the mining company Ternium will be the focus of a rally before Mexico v South Korea in Guadalajara on Thursday The Guardian - UK · Jun 17
Bizarre photoshoots and baby blue trackies – are the England team having an aesthetic identity crisis? IN FOCUS: The Three Lions have struck some truly unique poses in their official team photos for the World Cup. Katie Rosseinsky explores the unexpected shake-up to their image in anticipation of their first match The Independent UK · Jun 17
Lionel Messi Reminds Everyone of His Enduring Brilliance in Argentina Saunter Not only did Argentina’s talisman notch his first ever World Cup hat-trick, he also went joint level as the all-time World Cup top scorer. Sports Illustrated · Jun 17
Watch: Cash, power, and politics—inside Gianni Infantino’s World Cup empire A massive revolt is brewing for football’s most powerful man. For many, it would be a career game changer. But will it be for Infantino? Euronews · Jun 17
Lionel Messi makes World Cup history in sensational one-man display Lionel Messi's Argentina defeated Algeria by three goals to nil in Kansas City on Tuesday evening FourFourTwo · Jun 17
International Business Times UK · Jun 17 Meet Luca Zidane: His Height, Age, Father and the Emotional Reason He Represents Algeria Luca Zidane, son of Zinedine Zidane, becomes Algeria's starting goalkeeper at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, highlighting his unique international choice and family heritage.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 17 Austria vs. Jordan—World Cup: Live Score and Match Stats The 20th game of the 2026 World Cup pits a reemerging European force against an Asian debutant.
We Got This Covered · Jun 17 TikTok creator calls out FIFA over World Cup ticket prices jumping from $60 to $167, and FIFA has now responded to the claims FIFA defended its pricing strategy
The Guardian - UK · Jun 17 Portugal hope Cristiano Ronaldo’s milestone World Cup is no millstone His team and opponents laud him, but the game on Wednesday with the DRC is a test of his powers at a sixth World Cup
The Economic Times · Jun 17 FIFA 2026: Kylian Mbappe sparks France with two goals in 3-1 win over Senegal at World Cup Kylian Mbappe scored twice, surpassing Pele's World Cup goal tally with 14, as France defeated Senegal 3-1 in their opener. After a quiet first half, Mbappe's brace and a late goal from Bradley Barcola secured the win. Ibrahim Mbaye scored Senegal's lone goal in stoppage time.
The Economic Times · Jun 17 Lionel Messi creates FIFA World Cup history and adds another record to football's greatest story Lionel Messi FIFA World Cup History: Lionel Messi became the first man to play in six World Cup tournaments when he started for Argentina in their opening match against Algeria in Kansas City on Tuesday. Messi made his World Cup debut as a teenager at the 2006 tournament in Germany…
TechRadar · Jun 17 How to watch Austria vs Jordan: Free Streams & TV Channels for FIFA World Cup 2026 Here's how to watch Austria vs Jordan for free online and from anywhere as two teams in contrasting form meet in a crucial World Cup 2026 Group J clash.
TechRadar · Jun 17 How to watch Argentina vs Algeria: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time as Lionel Messi & Co start FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, team news Lionel Messi makes history as he starts for Argentina against Algeria at the World Cup 2026. Here's how to watch the Group J clash for free online and from anywhere.
The Independent UK · Jun 17 Trump’s Miami golf club raises prices as World Cup is held at nearby stadium Trump’s Miami-area golf resort has called itself ‘the ultimate championship-caliber sanctuary for football enthusiasts’
Sports Illustrated · Jun 17 Portugal vs. DR Congo—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups It’s a first-ever meeting for these two countries at this summer’s 2026 summer jamboree.
AAP · Jun 16 Cape Verde's Vozinha becomes an Instagram sensation thanks to his saves and a streamer's push Vozinha gasped and laughed in shock when shown the number of new Instagram followers he had gained after helping tiny Cape Verde hold off powerhouse Spain in his team's World Cup debut