Every Celebrity Spotted Watching Norway vs. England—World Cup Quarterfinal Several A-list celebrities were in attendance to see the battle of Harry Kane and Erling Haaland. Sports Illustrated · Jul 11
‘Grateful’—Harry Kane Spills Details From Round of Golf With President Trump President Donald Trump previously shared how “great” the England striker is at soccer and golf. Sports Illustrated · Jul 11
Justin Bieber to join Madonna, Shakira and BTS for Fifa World Cup final half-time show Fifa has declared that ‘football, music and social impact will come together’ Evening Standard · Jul 11
Football without faith is nothing so Infantino is playing with fire at World Cup Swirl around Fifa’s machinations and about big team and big name bias creates doubt – and that’s a dangerous game The Guardian - UK · Jul 11
The World Cup has upended the old world order – and despite Trump and Infantino, it still inspires Even White House interference and Fifa’s greed cannot spoil the celebrations. At last, an arena in which multiculturalism triumphs and underdogs score, says Simon Tisdall, a Guardian foreign affairs commentator The Guardian - UK · Jul 11
Miguel Delaney answers your questions on Fifa’s crisis – from Infantino’s grip on power to a possible Uefa breakaway ASK ME ANYTHING: Chief football writer Miguel Delaney answers readers' questions on the Balogun row, ticket pricing, the Blatter comparison, and whether this World Cup could be the breaking point Fifa can't recover from The Independent UK · Jul 10
Mission creep: FIFA's embrace of technology backfires in controversy-riven World Cup Technology's integration into World Cup refereeing has ignited significant controversy and debate. VAR interventions have led to numerous disputes and accusations of unfairness. Coaches and players express frustration over inconsistent application and perceived over-reach. FIFA officials defend the technology's role in correcting clear errors. Fans voice their displeasure through boos,… The Economic Times · Jul 10
This US World Cup controversy exposes the corruption of the beautiful game THERE was a wave of relief throughout the football world on Tuesday when Belgium defeated the USA 4-1 in their last-16 knock-out game in the World… The National (Scotland) · Jul 10
The Guardian view on the World Cup: the Dear England spirit is alive and kicking Editorial: As in the Gareth Southgate era, a diverse and passionately committed national team is offering a counter-narrative to the forces of social division The Guardian - UK · Jul 9
White House labels Keir Starmer intervention ‘more egregious’ than Donald Trump White House labels Keir Starmer intervention ‘more egregious’ than Donald Trump The National (Scotland) · Jul 9
White House says Keir Starmer’s England intervention ‘more egregious’ than Donald Trump’s Balogun red card call President Trump called FIFA boss Gianni Infantino asking for a ‘review’ of Balogun’s dismissal The Independent UK · Jul 9
Who's performing at the FIFA World Cup final half-time show? Full line-up, timings, how to watch The 11-minute Super Bowl-style spectacle will feature an all-star line-up of global music icons including Justin Bieber, Madonna and Shakira Evening Standard · Jul 9
After the ‘red card’ scandal, has the shine come off Gianni Infantino’s World Cup? The World Cup has entered its quarter-finals, and so far the tournament has had it all: a strong team ousted early (Germany), debate over whether an ageing superstar (Lionel Messi) still “has it”, and an underdog in the form of a tiny nation (Cabo Verde) making it through to the… The Conversation · Jul 9
Egypt files FIFA complaint as Argentina's ‘rigged’ World Cup claims go viral Egypt has filed a formal complaint with FIFA after its controversial World Cup exit to Argentina, accusing officials of “double standards” and demanding the removal of the referee and his team. Egypt led 2-0 before Argentina staged a dramatic comeback, with controversy centred on a VAR decision that ruled out… France 24 · Jul 8
The Guardian - UK · Jul 8 Uefa countries could block Russia returning to football in potential new clash with Fifa There has been a ban on Russian participation since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with many national associations vehemently opposed to reintegration
The Independent UK · Jul 8 I’ve covered Fifa for years – ask me anything on Infantino and this World Cup’s crisis of trust ASK ME ANYTHING: Chief football writer Miguel Delaney is answering your questions on the Trump-Balogun row, the future of the World Cup, and whether Fifa's credibility can survive it
International Business Times UK · Jul 8 'They Wanted Messi To Stay': Egypt Boss Makes Explosive FIFA Claim After Agonising World Cup Exit Egypt's coach Hossam Hassan accuses FIFA of bias favouring Argentina in their World Cup defeat, suggesting marketing interests to keep Messi in the tournament influenced the outcome.
FourFourTwo · Jul 8 How many matches has Gianni Infantino attended at the 2026 World Cup? The FIFA president has been seen at a huge number of games so far this summer
International Business Times UK · Jul 8 Trump's Balogun Call Fails to Dent FIFA's $9B World Cup Payday FIFA projects a record £6.7 billion revenue from the 2026 World Cup, surpassing Qatar's earnings. Explore the financial strategies and controversies surrounding this global event.
The National (Scotland) · Jul 8 Celtic-linked World Cup star's transfer release clause drops £6m as new fee revealed Celtic would have to stump up £10 million to land Egypt's World Cup hero Haissem Hassan after his new transfer release clause was revealed.
The Independent UK · Jul 8 How a box-office World Cup descended into fury and farce to leave Fifa with a huge problem WORLD CUP 2026: The tournament has delivered hugely on the pitch, Miguel Delaney writes, but the apparent undermining of sporting integrity leaves major questions
The National (Scotland) · Jul 8 Scottish lawyer warns FIFA red card row may bring Infantino down and haunt World Cup FIFA’s decision to suspend Folarin Balogun's ban will have implications for the World Cup and the governing body's under-fire president…
The National (Scotland) · Jul 8 Why Gianni Infantino's actions should give anyone who loves football the boak Why the actions of Gianni Infantino and Fifa in capitulating to Donald Trump over Folarin Balogun's suspension will be what this World Cup is…
FourFourTwo · Jul 8 Will England red card for Jarell Quansah be overturned? The floodgates have burst open with Donald Trump’s intervention for Folarin Balogun’s red card
The Independent UK · Jul 8 EU lawmakers call for investigation of FIFA boss over Trump contact before US-Belgium match European lawmakers are rallying to investigate FIFA boss Gianni Infantino