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Wednesday briefing: What to expect from a World Cup beset with controversy

In today’s newsletter: From Donald Trump’s involvement to fans shut out, a look at the politics, on-the-pitch predictions and more from the biggest tournament yet for the beautiful game

The Guardian - UK · Jun 10

French women's football team defeat Ireland, qualify for 2027 World Cup

The French women's football team have secured their place at the 2027 World Cup with a 1-0 win over Ireland. They will be competing in their fifth consecutive World Cup.

France 24 · Jun 10

From the brink to the bar: How the World Cup could save London’s hospitality sector

Football fans are set to spend big — and the capital’s hard-hit hospitality scene is out to make the most of it

Evening Standard · Jun 10

Diverse Socceroos their own statement at World Cup

For veteran midfielder Jackson Irvine, the Socceroos and their diverse make-up are their own political statement this World Cup.

AAP · Jun 10

Quote of the day by Dwayne Johnson: 'Wake up determined. Go to...' Life lessons on success, hardships, achievement and struggle by American professional wrestler 'The Rock' and Hollywood actor

Quote of the Day by Dwayne Johnson highlights the importance of daily effort, discipline, achievement, struggle, and personal growth. The quote, “Wake up determined. Go to bed satisfied,” encourages people to focus on goals, work consistently, overcome hardships, and find satisfaction in honest effort. The message reflects Dwayne Johnson’s own…

The Economic Times · Jun 9

Each-way bet explained: How each-way betting works

Find out what betting each way means and how it works in racing and other sports as we unpack one of betting’s most popular bet types

Evening Standard · Jun 9

The College Football Playoff Must Take a Stand Against Texas Tech, Brendan Sorsby

The integrity of the postseason is at stake as the Red Raiders take any means possible to earn a coveted CFP berth.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 9

Best pubs in London to watch the World Cup England v Norway game

Here are the pubs and fan zones for the Norway vs England game this weekend

The Independent UK · Jun 9

David Sullivan’s Sport newspapers used sexualised images of underage girls as ‘bait for predatory men’

Former victims’ commissioner says publication ‘deliberately came as close as possible to breaking the law’

The Guardian - UK · Jun 9

Why ‘podcast wars’ will be real broadcast battleground at this World Cup

This summer’s hottest rivalry no longer belongs to the BBC and ITV, but football’s online and streaming presence

The Guardian - UK · Jun 9