Essex Police receive new information after David Sullivan allegations The 77-year-old West Ham co-owner said he ‘categorically denies’ all of the claims The Independent UK · Jun 11
'It's up to the host': EU sports chief responds to World Cup visa row after Somali referee barred Reacting to concerns over US travel restrictions affecting World Cup participants, the EU Commissioner for sport told Euronews' flagship morning show Europe Today that it is for the host countries to decide "who has access", while stressing that "football should be accessible to everyone." Euronews · Jun 11
Cape Verde: An island nation swept up in World Cup dreams For the first time ever, Cape Verde is heading to the World Cup. The West African island nation – home to fewer than half a million people – will be one of the smallest countries in tournament history. In the capital Praia, preparations are in full swing, with qualification sparking… France 24 · Jun 11
Inside our biggest-ever World Cup coverage – and our Bracketology game played by Zohran Mamdani Preparing for this year’s elephantine tournament has been a big test for our newly expanded football team and our for the developers behind things like our Bracketology game. Here’s how they got match-ready … The Guardian - UK · Jun 11
Scottish Government donates £400,000 to Tartan Army fan walking across the US The Scottish Government has made a £400,000 donation to a Scottish football fan who is walking 3,000 miles across the United States The National (Scotland) · Jun 11
FIFA World Cup 2026 goes full AI: 3D player models, smart match balls and robot dogs set to transform football The FIFA World Cup 2026 in the United States, Canada, and Mexico will showcase advanced technology. AI will create 3D player models for VAR reviews. Smart match balls will track every touch and referee cameras will offer new perspectives, enhacing the overall experience. Robot dogs will assist security. The Economic Times · Jun 11
From retro to surreal, the best World Cup kit designs of 2026 are works of art With design Easter eggs and controversial colour palettes, World Cup kits are looking more artistic than ever. Creative Bloq · Jun 11
Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina World Cup Picks & Betting Odds Canada host Bosnia & Herzegovina at BMO Field on June 12, 2026. Our Group B pick backs Canada at -120 to claim a historic first World Cup win. Sports Lens · Jun 11
World Cup Group J Odds: Can Anyone Challenge Argentina? Argentina enter as -256 favorites to win World Cup 2026 Group J, defending champions facing Austria, Algeria, and debutants Jordan across three NFL venues. Sports Lens · Jun 11
Watch: Empty seats and closed borders? FIFA’s high-stakes bet on a divided America While the football elite rub shoulders in Washington, the game is hitting a physical and metaphorical wall at the US border. International teams, referees and everyday fans find it difficult to see the games which start today. What’s going on there? Euronews · Jun 11
Winning % as CFB Favorite over Last 10 Years in West Oregon and Washington have the best winning percentages as a college football favorite over the past 10 years in the West. SuperWest Sports · Jun 11
Who Is Omar Artan? Top African Referee Denied Entry to US Ahead of FIFA World Cup Despite Valid Visa Claims Omar Artan, Africa's top football referee, was denied entry to the US and will miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite claims he held a valid visa International Business Times UK · Jun 11
Fifa grants World Cup accreditation to jailed French journalist Christophe Gleizes In a move hailed by press freedom campaigners as an important gesture of solidarity, Fifa has issued World Cup accreditation to French sports journalist Christophe Gleizes, who has been detained in Algeria for more than a year. Radio France Internationale · Jun 11
Mexico hoping football emerges from the chaos surrounding World Cup It may just be time to forget the sullied buildup and enjoy the tournament although the co-hosts are not optimistic The Guardian - UK · Jun 11
Euronews · Jun 11 Newsletter: The bloc’s budget gameplay As the 2026 FIFA World Cup officially kicks off in Mexico on Thursday, the European Union is attempting to figure out it's own on-field strategy for combatting finance crunches triggered by energy shocks and shifting geopolitics.
Marie Claire · Jun 11 How Every Well-Dressed Woman Is Styling Their Football Shirt This Summer With luxury fashion embracing the sport like never before, football is shaping up to be one of the defining style influences of summer 2026
The Economic Times · Jun 11 Who is Omar Abdulkadir Artan and why was he denied entry to US For FIFA World Cup 2026? Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, set to be the first from his nation at a FIFA World Cup, was denied entry to the US due to suspected links to terror organizations. Despite holding a visa and FIFA accreditation, US authorities deemed him inadmissible, shattering his dream and sparking controversy. Omar…
International Business Times UK · Jun 11 World Cup Fever Begins As 48 Nations Chase Glory Across North America in Historic Tournament The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins in North America, featuring 48 nations and 104 matches across 16 cities, promising an unforgettable football festival with record-breaking ticket demand.
France 24 · Jun 11 Football and politics collide as World Cup kicks off in shadow of war, travel bans The 2026 World Cup kicks off on Thursday with a record 48 teams vying for the most coveted prize in football and a slew of controversies over ticket prices, geopolitical tensions and visa restrictions imposed by the Trump administration casting a pall over the beautiful game’s quadrennial extravaganza.
The Economic Times · Jun 11 FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony Time in India: When and where to watch US, Canada, Mexico live streamings, performers list FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony 2026 live streaming India Date Time IST: The FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off with grand opening ceremonies across Mexico, Canada, and the United States. Global music stars Shakira, Burna Boy, and J Balvin will perform. The tournament, the biggest ever with 48 teams, promises…
The National (Scotland) · Jun 11 Scots might see an underdog in Haiti but should be wise to its past and present AS regular readers of this column will know, foreign affairs not football writing is my beat. It’s strange then to find myself writing this pegged…
The Guardian - AU · Jun 11 Inside the country pub preserving Socceroos history with the Johnny Warren Museum Surrounded by rolling fields and winding roads, and hidden away at the back of the Jamberoo Pub, is a moving tribute to Australian football
Sports Illustrated · Jun 11 Brendan Sorsby: A Complete Timeline of the Saga That Has Rocked College Football Here is a pocket guide to the Red Raiders quarterback’s trials and tribulations.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 10 Pat Forde: The Big 12 Must Stop the Brendan Sorsby Scam Before It Engulfs College Football With personal and institutional accountability failing, the conference may be the last entity capable of enforcing consequences.
Euronews · Jun 10 World Cup: Has Trump already ruined the vibes? MEPs debate in The Ring The World Cup is on, the single biggest sport event of the year, followed by millions of people around the world. So far, the vibes are strangely subdued. Ticket sales and hotel bookings are below expectations and immigration issues are making headlines - especially in the US.