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After decades trying to win the World Cup, shouldn’t the USA be better at football by now?

USA are four-time champions in the women’s game but as the 2026 tournament begins on home soil, are they any closer to winning the men’s World Cup?

The Independent UK

Argentina’s bid for World Cup immortality is the end of an era

Argentina will say goodbye to a golden era this summer as Lionel Messi’s defending champions finally hand over the baton to the next generation

The Independent UK

Why World Cup stage will see Luis Diaz claim Lionel Messi’s crown of South America’s best player

Having found a new level since signing for Bayern from Liverpool, the Colombia star might be one of the World Cup’s biggest stars

The Independent UK

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Supercomputer Predicts USMNT’s Route to 2026 World Cup Final: Messi, Ronaldo Await

A daunting series of global giants stand between the USMNT and the World Cup final.

Sports Illustrated

Is Messi playing at World Cup 2026?

Will Argentina captain Lionel Messi feature at the World Cup?

FourFourTwo

These New Fashion Collaborations Are Already Winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Give your jerseys a much-deserved upgrade.

Marie Claire

The creative trends defining World Cup advertising

Football legends, Hollywood stars, and fan culture are dominating early World Cup creative, but the smartest brands know celebrity alone won't be enough.

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World Cup 2026: 'Emotional Spending' Frenzy Boosts Chinese Toy Makers as Messi Plushies Become Surprise Hit

Chinese toy manufacturers in Yiwu are increasing production of Messi-themed plush toys ahead of the 2026 World Cup, driven by emotional spending trends despite China's absence from the tournament.

International Business Times UK

'Wait... what?' — Lionel Messi’s new ChatGPT World Cup partnership feels like marketing written by AI for people who don’t watch soccer

OpenAI's first major football marketing campaign stars Lionel Messi, but it feels more like a corporate AI pitch than a celebration of the world's most popular sport.

TechRadar

Will England win the World Cup? Experts predict if football is coming home

England begin their World Cup campaign against Croatia on June 17

Evening Standard

The 2026 World Cup kicks off today - here's everything you need to know

According to FIFA, 2.9 billion people worldwide watched the 2022 World Cup in Qatar on linear TV, with 2.7 billion also streaming the tournament.

Euronews

Gianni Infantino likens Scotland star to Lionel Messi in eye-opening comparison

FIFA president Infantino namechecked Robertson alongside some of world football’s biggest stars while discussing Messi’s importance at the World…

The National (Scotland)

How the US finally fell in love with soccer

When Roberto Baggio missed a penalty in the 1994 Fifa World Cup final at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, more than 94,000 people were there to watch Italian heartbreak and Brazilian ecstasy.

The Conversation

The Cristiano Ronaldo problem standing between Portugal and World Cup breakthrough

Perhaps the biggest footballing nation never to win the World Cup, could Portugal’s greatest player hold them back in North America?

The Independent UK

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26 reasons why World Cup 2026 will be historic

Six-foot eagles, warmongering Peace Prize winners and Lady Gaga on pens? It could be quite the summer…

France 24

Football and politics collide as World Cup kicks off in shadow of war, travel bans

The 2026 World Cup kicks off on Thursday with a record 48 teams vying for the most coveted prize in football and a slew of controversies over ticket prices, geopolitical tensions and visa restrictions imposed by the Trump administration casting a pall over the beautiful game’s quadrennial extravaganza.

The Guardian - UK

TV tonight: the World Cup kicks off with three opening ceremonies

J Balvin and Tyla perform at the first one in Mexico City. Plus: did James Dean create a new model of vulnerable masculinity? Here’s what to watch this evening

FourFourTwo

The FIFA World Cup is here, and a VPN will ensure you don't miss a single goal – These highly rated VPN plans from security experts Norton are at some of the lowest prices we've seen

A VPN is a handy way to secure your connection and watch England and Scotland's quest for World Cup glory from anywhere

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Euronews

Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, says fans 'should chill' about ref denied US entry

The 2026 men's World Cup has been expanded to 48 teams and is the biggest and most ambitious in the event's history, with matches taking place in Mexico, Canada and the United States.

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on the men’s World Cup: the build-up was unedifying, but now the football takes over

Editorial: Rows over US visas and excessive ticket prices have overshadowed flawed tournament preparations. But fans will still hope for a gripping spectacle

FourFourTwo

World Cup 2026 odds: Who are the favourites to lift the trophy?

The 2026 World Cup will be the biggest ever and several teams have realistic ambitions of winning the tournament

The Economic Times

World Cup 2026 Messi vs Ronaldo memes: The GOAT debate, the farewell, and one last fight for glory

World Cup 2026 Messi Vs Ronaldo Memes: The final chapter of a legendary sports rivalry is currently unfolding across North America. As the tournament kicks off, World Cup 2026 Messi Vs Ronaldo memes flood our timelines. We are witnessing a monumental cultural shift disguised as casual digital humor. These viral…

France 24

World Cup 2026: France, Spain, Argentina... Who are the favourites?

Will Spain or England add a second star to their shirts? Are we set for a final rematch between Argentina and France? Or can Senegal or Morocco clinch a first title for Africa? Here’s a look at the favourites and dark horses at the 2026 World Cup.

What Hi-Fi?

The headphones World Cup: from Beats to Bose, which audio brands are winning over football's elite?

The earcups of the World Cup

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi, Ronaldo and stars who may be playing their final World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is poised to be a farewell stage for football legends like Messi and Ronaldo, potentially marking their sixth appearances. Veteran stars such as Modric, Ochoa, Neymar, and Salah also face a final opportunity to cement their legacies on the international scene.

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