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How France and Spain’s World Cup clash of contrasts could decide football’s tactical future

Much more than just attack against defence, the distinct identities of the two sides could create a compelling contest in Dallas

The Independent UK

Why Trump and Fifa, try as they might, will never overshadow World Cup’s most beautiful feature

WORLD CUP 2026: From Seattle to Mexico City, Kieran Jackson digests the visceral energy of people from all walks of life at stadiums across North America and concludes: the World Cup’s multi-culturalism is unparalleled

The Independent UK

State Cup mega gallery: two down as Maitland eye a clean sweep of silverware

Eighteen clubs from northern NSW played for the Women's State Cup.

Newcastle Herald

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Why blockbuster World Cup semi-finals could be the best of all time

WORLD CUP 2026: Packed with individual and collective quality, Spain, France, England and Argentina are a fabulous and fitting final four, Miguel Delaney writes – and could take this tournament to new heights

The Independent UK

VAR was supposed to take the messy human element out of refereeing. How did it go so wrong?

Many of world football’s brightest names took the field over the weekend, as the quarter finals of the FIFA men’s World Cup played out. But for many fans, the heroics of the likes of Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland were overshadowed by the actions of a surprising character:…

The Conversation

Oasis’s Wonderwall streaming numbers soar after England’s triumph over Norway

The hit track has become an unofficial anthem for England during the 2026 World Cup.

Evening Standard

Former Spanish PM accused of racism in remarks about French football team

Political leaders in both countries rebuke Mariano Rajoy after he writes team ‘does not have any French players’

The Guardian - UK

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Ken Bates obituary

Former owner and chairman of Chelsea FC who bought the club for a pound and helped restore it to the top rank of English football

The Guardian - UK

Spain's Sanchez slams 'xenophobic' remarks by ex-PM about French football team

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Sunday condemned a remark made by his conservative predecessor Mariano Rajoy in which he said that France's national football team had "no French players". Sanchez called the comment "xenophobic" as several French politicians also slammed Rajoy's comment.

France 24

Haaland look-alike contest draws fans in Miami

A look-alike contest celebrating Norway striker Erling Haaland drew crowds in downtown Miami ahead of the World Cup quarter-final against England. The event was organised by content creator Emma Kate Willman after she went viral on social media over her resemblance to the football star.

Euronews

World Cup 2026: how are posts on diversity and inclusion being received on social media?

Football has embraced the issue of diversity, though not without controversy. But how do online communities respond to these efforts? An analysis of several thousand social media posts reveals a more nuanced reality: in the eyes of the public, not all forms of diversity are received in the same way.

The Conversation

Back to the future as young England fans embrace fashion of the noughties

For many watching their team beat Norway at a south London nightclub the look was as important as the game

The Guardian - UK

Was Tuchel and Bellingham really a Keane v McCarthy moment?

In today’s Football Daily: England and Argentina set up a tasty old semi

The Guardian - UK

How Did Jayden Adams Die? World Cup Star Dies Suddenly at 25 With Cause Unknown

South African midfielder Jayden Adams, 25, has died suddenly in Cape Town after participating in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Authorities are investigating the cause of death, urging public restraint.

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10 Photos of Jude Bellingham's Girlfriend, Ashlyn Castro: Model Opens Up About Ill Mom and Late Dad

Model Ashlyn Castro discusses her mother's mental health and father's death amidst speculation about her relationship with footballer Jude Bellingham, highlighting the challenges of maintaining privacy.

The Economic Times

Kylian Mbappé: How France's superstar is chasing FIFA World Cup 2026 glory and football immortality

Kylian Mbappé has become a defining athlete of his generation. His speed and finishing have earned admiration far beyond football. Mbappé's influence extends beyond scoring goals for France. He is increasingly compared with sporting legends for his consistent excellence. His legacy is still being written as he enters his career's…

France 24

The week in pictures: Le Pen's comeback, Khamenei's funeral and Mbappé's wondergoal

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen was cleared to run in next year's presidential election, despite having her embezzlement conviction confirmed, in a week that saw Iran hold days-long funeral ceremonies for slain supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and football stars Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi deliver moments of magic…

The National (Scotland)

Anger as MoD posts England 'propaganda' ahead of World Cup match

THE Ministry of Defence has been criticised for sharing England football "propaganda" during the team's World Cup campaign.

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Euronews

Ex-Spanish PM Rajoy: French World Cup team is playing 'without Frenchmen'

Rajoy's comment, an apparent reference to the fact that the French men's World Cup squad includes people who either have immigrant backgrounds or hail from former French colonies, sparked widespread condemnation.

Newcastle Herald

How Medowie students are painting Indigenous culture onto NRL football boots

Catherine McAuley students paint Indigenous Round boots for the Knights.

The Economic Times

England, Argentina to renew bitter rivalry in World Cup semi-final

England and Argentina will compete in a World Cup semi-final on Wednesday. This match follows their quarter-final victories over Norway and Switzerland respectively. The South Americans aim to defend their title against England's trophy drought. France and Spain will contest the other semi-final match on Tuesday. The winner of the…

The Economic Times

This Qatari royal bought an European villa for $395 million, bigger than Vatican City. The Sardinian estate features 126 rooms, remote-controlled erupting volcano, secret cave to hide from drones and more

Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani acquired Villa Certosa for €350 million which is Europe’s most ostentatious villa. This Sardinian estate boasts an artificial volcano and an underground sea cave. The property is larger than Vatican City and features many amenities like a remote-controlled erupting volcano, 126 rooms,…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Finals Schedule: Lionel Messi’s Argentina vs England, France vs Spain; full fixtures, India timings and live streaming details

FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Finals Schedule: The FIFA World Cup 2026 has reached its exciting semi-final stage. Defending champions Argentina will face England in a highly anticipated match. France and Spain are set to compete in the other semi-final clash. The third-place playoff and the grand final will follow these…

The Guardian - UK

Scaloni plays down Argentina and England history: ‘A football game and that is all’

The head coach Lionel Scaloni said he expected to face ‘a very tough opponent’ in the semi-finals as the sides meet with a World Cup final spot on the line

The Guardian - US

Argentina’s World Cup built on ‘suffering’ faces its biggest test yet

The defending champions have taken two of their three knockout-round matches to extra-time. What will their legacy be?

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