Keir Starmer’s on the pitch, he thinks it’s all over … Well, it will be soon Just before being kicked out of No 10, the PM is dreaming of lifting the World Cup for a nation – and political immortality The Guardian - UK · Jul 2
Man City Confirm Record-Breaking Elliot Anderson Transfer The signing will not be finalized until the end of the World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Jul 2
How England just pulled off a HUGE comeback against DR Congo England are through to the Round of 16 after a dramatic late comeback against DR Congo. But after going behind early, and again struggling to get on the scoresheet, how did they come up with the winning solution? Adam Clery looks at what Thomas Tuchel changes, and what he doesn't,… The Independent UK · Jul 2
World Cup 2026: Emergency law allows pubs in London to stay open until 5am for England v Mexico game Sir Keir Starmer announced the move after facing a barrage of calls to relax licensing laws Evening Standard · Jul 2
England survive a Lionel M masterclass and roll on to the Azteca … just In today’s Football Daily: Thomas Tuchel’s team dodge one thanks to Harry Kane The Guardian - UK · Jul 2
World Cup 2026: Belgium and England escape elimination against Senegal and DR Congo We've now seen two of the most thrilling games at the World Cup so far, with tears of joy for some, and of sadness and shock for others. Senegal were four minutes away from securing a place in the Round of 16 before Belgium turned their 2-0 deficit around to… France 24 · Jul 2
16.3 million people tune in to watch England beat DR Congo at World Cup The figures were achieved on BBC One and iPlayer making it the biggest live audience of 2026 for the broadcaster. Evening Standard · Jul 2
England’s World Cup win over DR Congo delivers biggest audience of the year for BBC as viewing figures revealed England won the round of 32 tie 2-1 thanks to a double from captain Harry Kane The Independent UK · Jul 2
UK Government rules out letting pubs open late for England-Mexico World Cup game THE UK Government has rejected calls for a blanket extension to licensing hours to allow England fans to watch the team’s next World Cup game in… The National (Scotland) · Jul 2
Anthony Gordon says Harry Kane is an ‘inspiration to all of us’ after World Cup rescue act IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 2
Anthony Gordon hails ‘phenomenal’ Harry Kane as he compares England World Cup hero to Lionel Messi Anthony Gordon assisted both of Harry Kane’s goals against DR Congo on Wednesday The Independent UK · Jul 2
Spain and Portugal eye World Cup last 16 LOS ANGELES - European champions Spain and Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal aim to book their places in the last 16 of the World Cup on Thursday as Algeria look to salvage some pride for African football. Bangkok Post · Jul 2
Harry Kane warns England face altitude ‘disadvantage’ against Mexico at World Cup clash IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 2
Liam Gallagher speaks out as England fans adopt Oasis classic Wonderwall during World Cup Fans began singing the song at the end of the team’s 4-2 win against Croatia in their opening group game of the tournament The Independent UK · Jul 2
The Guardian - UK · Jul 2 ‘Why do they always start so slowly?’ – your England World Cup questions answered England reporter Jacob Steinberg answered your questions about the Three Lions’ chances against Mexico, England’s defensive frailties and his newfound love of hydration breaks
The Independent UK · Jul 2 Harry Kane’s first coach on why he thought England star was a goalkeeper Harry Kane’s first-ever coach has revealed he first thought the future England striker would be a goalkeeper.
FourFourTwo · Jul 2 What is the altitude of the Azteca and why does altitude affect footballers? England face Mexico at the Estadio Azteca in the World Cup 2026 round of 16
The Guardian - UK · Jul 2 World Cup 2026: Klopp linked with Germany job; Spain and Portugal face last-32 tests – as it happened The latest news and reaction on day 22 of the tournament after England set up a last-16 clash with Mexico
Evening Standard · Jul 2 Liam Gallagher tells England fans to ‘keep the biblical vibrations going’ Fans and players joining in the communal signing of Wonderwall has been a feature of the World Cup.
Evening Standard · Jul 2 Harry Styles celebrates England's World Cup win against DR Congo as fans go wild at Wembley England sealed their place in the Round of 16 with a 2-1 victory over DR Congo
Evening Standard · Jul 2 Harry Kane pays touching tribute to children after World Cup rescue act: 'My biggest supporters' England hero Harry Kane paid tribute to his ‘biggest supporters’ in a sweet social media post following the win against DR Congo
France 24 · Jul 2 World Cup 2026: England struggle against DR Congo, Belgium beat Senegal Harry Kane rescued England's campaign by scoring a brace to beat DR Congo (2-1). Belgium came from behind to overcome Senegal (3-2).
The Independent UK · Jul 2 The secret to Harry Kane’s greatness – and why this World Cup is different Harry Kane’s remarkable season continued with a double to inspire a memorable World Cup comeback win for England but, as Miguel Delaney details, it was enabled by a unique mindset and vast experience
FourFourTwo · Jul 2 'England are in big trouble - if Thomas Tuchel doesn't sort that out we're going out' Wayne Rooney not mincing words on unconvincing DR Congo showing Harry Kane's brace saved the day to put England into the round of 16, but the performance left a lot to be desired
Euronews · Jul 2 US, Belgium and England all survive tough tests to reach World Cup Round of 16 England and Belgium narrowly escaped shock Round of 32 eliminations on Wednesday. Harry Kane's late double rescued England in a 2–1 win over DR Congo, while Belgium overturned a 2–0 deficit to edge Senegal 3–2 in extra time.