Neymar set to play for Brazil as Scotland star looks forward to reunion Neymar set to play for Brazil as Scotland star looks forward to reunion The National (Scotland) · Jun 21
‘Our performance until that stage had clearly made Kylian Mbappe angry, and suddenly you saw this explosion’ Frank Leboeuf on France’s epic World Cup 2022 final defeat Kylian Mbappe’s hat-trick was not enough in the 2022 World Cup final FourFourTwo · Jun 21
France XI vs Iraq: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup today Kylian Mbappe in sight of World Cup scoring record after brace against Senegal Evening Standard · Jun 21
FIFA World Cup 1000th match: A look at milestone matches in tournament's history The FIFA World Cup is set to witness its 1,000th match, a historic milestone for the tournament. From the inaugural games in 1930 to the thrilling finals and group stage encounters, each landmark match has etched its name in football history. This article revisits these significant moments, highlighting iconic teams… The Economic Times · Jun 20
Ayyoub Bouaddi: Why Arsenal want World Cup star who could be as big as Kylian Mbappe Gunners must win race for top talent who is wanted by several of Europe’s biggest clubs Evening Standard · Jun 20
'Better teams will cause England problems. I was surprised Thomas Tuchel didn't start Marc Guehi' Clinton Morrison assesses England World Cup winners credentials after contentious defensive display against Croatia Clinton Morrison reflects on an entertaining start to the World Cup, offers his verdict on England's win over Croatia, and assesses some of the controversial officiating decisions so far FourFourTwo · Jun 20
‘From his first tournament, Kylian Mbappe’s talent was so clear. He had such a huge impact on the team that summer and was decisive in the final’ Olivier Giroud on Kylian Mbappe’s international emergence The Real Madrid forward truly announced his arrival during France’s 2018 World Cup victory FourFourTwo · Jun 19
The weak link theory that will decide who wins the World Cup While Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and co draw inevitable focus, there is an argument that this tournament will be won by the 11th name on the teamsheet The Independent UK · Jun 19
Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi Even in Golden Boot Market on Kalshi Kalshi favored Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi to win the World Cup Golden Boot. Sports Illustrated · Jun 18
Gary Lineker hails Harry Kane as ‘greatest English striker we’ve ever had’ after equalling World Cup record Kane equalled Lineker’s England World Cup goals record of 10 with his brace against Croatia in Dallas The Independent UK · Jun 18
World Cup 2026 power rankings: Rating all four nations ahead of the semi-finals After starting at 48, the 2026 World Cup is down to its last four teams - how do they stack up against each other? The Independent UK · Jun 18
Harry Kane says Golden Boot rivals Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland gave him ‘push’ in World Cup opener The England captain equalled Gary Lineker’s record of 10 World Cup goals for the side as they beat Croatia 4-2 The Independent UK · Jun 18
World Cup Golden Boot race: Who is the tournament's top scorer? The 2026 World Cup Golden Boot will be a major addition to anyone's resume, superstar or not – so who is currently leading the race? FourFourTwo · Jun 18
Cristiano Ronaldo is holding Portugal back: and it wouldn't be good for football if he wins the World Cup Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo is the obvious weak link in Roberto Martinez' squad: yet if he wins this tournament, what does it say about football? FourFourTwo · Jun 17
The Independent UK · Jun 17 The extraordinary numbers behind Lionel Messi – and the all-time World Cup record now in his grasp Analysis: Messi has long been called ‘incomparable’, but if that greatness manifested itself largely in the colours of Barcelona, it may have come later in life in the albiceleste of Argentina
The Independent UK · Jun 17 Portugal v DR Congo LIVE: World Cup result as Cristiano Ronaldo frustrated by goalless performance in shock draw Portugal 1-1 DR Congo: Ronaldo was frustrated on his record sixth World Cup start as the Africa side secured a hard-fought draw for their first ever World Cup point
International Business Times UK · Jun 17 10 Photos of Kylian Mbappe: Icon Claims He Would Play Till 80 to Shut Up Constant Critics Kylian Mbappé scored twice against Senegal in East Rutherford to become France's all-time leading scorer, overtaking Olivier Giroud on 58 goals. His late long-range stunner capped a 3-1 win and underlined why he remains the central figure in France's latest charge.
Evening Standard · Jun 17 World Cup 2026 top scorers: Lionel Messi ahead of Kylian Mbappe in Golden Boot race Argentina superstar could clinch award before kick-off in the World Cup final
Evening Standard · Jun 17 Spain stall, Brazil disappoint and France recover: How England's rivals are faring at World Cup 2026 Argentina and Germany have also made strong starts at this summer’s World Cup
The Independent UK · Jun 17 Lionel Messi explains why he was crying during World Cup hat-trick Messi scored all the goals in Argentina’s comfortable 3-0 win over Algeria but appeared to be wiping away tears after celebrations of his first strike
The Independent UK · Jun 17 Harry Kane begins pursuit of Messi, Mbappe and the World Cup’s Golden Boot in the form of his life Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland all scored multiple goals in their opening World Cup games – and England’s captain was watching
The Guardian - UK · Jun 17 World Cup 2026: Starmer tells England to ‘dare to dream’, environment protests planned for Mexico match – as it happened Sir Keir Starmer offered his best wishes to the England team before their entry into the tournament
FourFourTwo · Jun 17 World Cup day six highlights: Lionel Messi nets hat-trick for Argentina as Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland both score twice Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick to begin Argentina's defence of their World Cup while Kylian Mbappe helped get France off to a winning start against Senegal and Erling Haaland scored twice for Norway
The Independent UK · Jun 17 The old school trait turning Kylian Mbappe into Monsieur World Cup Having moved past legends Pele and Just Fontaine in the goalscoring charts Mbappe is forging his own path as a modern World Cup icon
Bangkok Post · Jun 17 Mbappe has World Cup history in sights after breaking France scoring record EAST RUTHERFORD — Kylian Mbappe renewed his remarkable relationship with the World Cup Tuesday as he scored twice in France's 3-1 win over Senegal, leaving him within touching distance of Lionel Messi as he bids to become the tournament's highest ever scorer.