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Too much ‘football fever’? Why some World Cup fans should limit their excitement

Watching your team play can send your heart racing as fast as if you were sprinting, and for some fans that carries genuine medical risks.

Euronews

What Scottish football fans forgot amid outcry over Celtic penalty award at Fir Park

The former SFA head of refereeing has attributed the outcry over the Celtic penalty award at Fir Park last month to a lack of understanding about…

The National (Scotland)

Scotland bid to banish group stage hoodoo as long World Cup exile ends

No excuses for the Tartan Army as they face Haiti in first match on football’s biggest stage since 1998

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‘We can do much’: how feeling for family helped end Haiti’s long World Cup absence

Haiti are on football’s grandest stage for the first time since 1974 and the squad drawn from far and wide are ‘hungry’ for success

The Guardian - UK

A final snub, a sinister plot and a Vatican visit: Scottish referees at the World Cup

A cruel final snub, a "sinister plot" and an audience with the Pope at the Vatican - the adventures of Scotland's referees at the…

The National (Scotland)

She shoots, she scores: Spain's pioneering women's footballers get big screen treatment

Decades before Spain won the World Cup, a group of women toured the country promoting women's football and even played Italy and Portugal with an unofficial national side.

Euronews

Are football stocks a good investment? The Pelé Index has an answer

The 'Pelé index' has tracked every listed European football club since 1998. A portfolio manager explains what almost three decades of data reveal about owning a piece of the beautiful game.

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‘I thought – gosh, he’s going to be some player’: the making of England’s Declan Rice

Rejected by Chelsea, honed by West Ham and a league winner at Arsenal, the midfielder has plenty from his footballing journey wishing him well at the World Cup

The Guardian - UK

Socceroos begin World Cup adventure with underdog status left behind

In a super-sized edition that makes Australia a middle power their young squad can budget for four matches at the tournament with the hope of more

The Guardian - AU

David Beckham receives star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Football icon David Beckham was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, recognising his sporting achievements and influence on the growth of football in the United States.

Euronews

‘Criminal’—Barcelona File Lawsuit Against Real Madrid, Florentino Perez

The biggest rivalry in Spain extends far beyond the pitch.

Sports Illustrated

Ex-West Ham director would not be in involved in inquiry into David Sullivan

Tara Warren of the Independent Football Regulator was an executive director at West Ham until December

The Guardian - UK

Kevin Sinfield knighted in King’s birthday honours list as Luke Donald made OBE

Sinfield is awarded a knighthood in recognition of his rugby league career and subsequent charitable efforts

The Independent UK

King’s Birthday Honours 2026: Kevin Sinfield, Helen Mirren and Lionesses among famous names recognised

Six members of the England Women’s football team honoured

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Haiti star on how they plan to do crisis-torn nation proud against Scotland

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Blanks to bullets: how Flegler came back from the brink

Queensland prop Thomas Flegler's comeback to the State of Origin arena after shoulder nerve surgery is testament to a footballer who could not be broken.

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What are the African teams' chances?

A record number of African nations are at the 2026 World Cup, but South Africa’s opening defeat to Mexico has raised questions about the continent’s chances. Can African teams turn numbers into history and finally challenge for football’s biggest prize?

International Business Times UK

Why Was Prince Harry Not Invited To The FIFA World Cup Final

Prince Harry has reportedly been left off the FIFA World Cup final guest list in New Jersey, with one royal journalist blaming his long‑soured friendship with David Beckham and insiders saying football has 'picked its prince'—and it is not the Duke of Sussex.

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The Economic Times

Brazil and Morocco set for intriguing FIFA World Cup 2026 clash

Brazil and Morocco will clash in a key FIFA World Cup 2026 match. Brazil, aiming for a record sixth title, faces Morocco, who made history by reaching the 2022 semi-finals. This Group C encounter promises excitement. Fans in India can watch the game on ZEE5. The match is set for…

The Economic Times

FIFA 2026 is so much more than football

The 2026 Football World Cup is a significant economic event, contributing billions to global GDP. For India, this translates into measurable market impacts, from media rights deals boosting stocks to increased activity in travel, food delivery, and consumer electronics. Smart investors recognize these events as demand signals, shifting towards opinion-led…

Evening Standard

Robbie Williams: It is ‘incredible’ to sponsor shirts for hometown football club

Williams will also become an ambassador of the charitable foundation for Port Vale FC.

The National (Scotland)

Steve Clarke candid on two Euros campaigns ahead of World Cup kick-off

Bangkok Post

A red card for betting

As the 2026 Fifa World Cup kicked off yesterday, the betting that has become part and parcel of football-watching culture has already commenced. As in previous World Cups, the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) estimates punters will spend 47 billion baht on betting.

The Guardian - UK

World Cup football and T20 cricket galore, plus F1 in Barcelona – follow with us

Here’s how to follow along with our coverage – the finest writing and up-to-the-minute reports

International Business Times UK

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.

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