Supercomputer Predicts 2026 World Cup Winner After Round of 32 Just 16 teams remain in the competition after a hectic week of action. Sports Illustrated · Jul 4
Spain hits 42C: nine regions on alert for extreme heat Spain's weather service has extended a special heatwave alert, the summer's second, with orange warnings and highs near 42°C in Andalucía, Extremadura and the Tagus valley this weekend. Euronews · Jul 4
From shampoo to shipping: Who are the sponsors on the 2026 Tour de France jerseys? All the big logos on the Tour de France jerseys explained Cycling Weekly · Jul 4
Forest fire figures in Spain in 2026 Spain's wildfire season is intensifying, with nearly 50,000 hectares already burned. Cantabria has suffered the worst damage, June was the most destructive month and the country has recorded 14 major forest fires so far this year. Euronews · Jul 4
Harry Kane has been World Cup's best player so far: Bhaichung According to ex-India captain Bhaichung Bhutia, Harry Kane has emerged as the World Cup’s leading performer, surpassing both Messi and Mbappe in pivotal moments that have propelled England forward. Bhutia has named Kane and Mbappe as top candidates for the Golden Boot and the Ball, dependent on their teams’ journeys… The Economic Times · Jul 4
Ranking All 16 Teams Left in the 2026 World Cup Some of the pre-tournament favorites have seen their chances take a hit ahead of the round of 16. Sports Illustrated · Jul 4
FIFA World Cup 2026 Brackets: Check the full round of 16 schedule in IST & US time. Download match fixtures here FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 fixtures IST Time: Argentina narrowly advanced to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, setting up a clash with Egypt. The knockout stage has already delivered thrilling upsets, including Belgium's dramatic comeback against Senegal and Portugal's victory powered by Cristiano Ronaldo. Spain… The Economic Times · Jul 4
Argentina vs Cape Verde LIVE: Champions snatch dramatic extra-time win in World Cup classic Argentina 3-2 Cape Verde (aet): Diney own goal from Romero header saved the reigning world champions deep into extra-time against the ultimate minnows The Independent UK · Jul 3
Predict the World Cup and win a holiday to Spain with Jet2: Have you got what it takes? WORLD CUP 2026: Play our World Cup 2026 knockout prediction game, pick every result from the last 16 onwards, and win a holiday for two to Spain at the Daia Slow Beach Hotel Conil with Jet2 The Independent UK · Jul 3
Derek McInnes makes key Rangers decision with important pre-season update Rangers have cancelled plans for a pre-season training camp in Austria, with McInnes instead set to take his squad to Spain as preparations continue… The National (Scotland) · Jul 3
Cape Verde hope to continue World Cup fairytale against Messi's Argentina Minnows Cape Verde hope to continue their World Cup fairytale on Friday as they face Argentina, and footballing legend Lionel Messi. The Atlantic archipelago became the smallest ever nation to reach the knockout rounds of a World Cup by earning unexpected draws with Spain, Uruguay and Saudi Arabia. France 24 · Jul 3
World Cup 2026: VAR heartbreak for Croatia, Portugal through to next round Last minute VAR drama sent Croatia home after their equaliser was deemed offsides against Portugal. Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first World Cup goal from a penalty. Spain walked all over the Austrian team in a dominant 3-0 win. Austria, meanwhile, did not manage to get a single shot on target.… France 24 · Jul 3
Spain’s conservatives and far-right Vox increase ties with Andalucía coalition Deal including ‘national priority’ policy brings prospect closer of countrywide agreement between parties The Guardian - UK · Jul 3
June heat topped 35°C for two-thirds of Europe population A recent heatwave saw over 410 million Europeans endure scorching temperatures above 35°C, impacting vast swathes from Spain to Ukraine. This June event surpassed the scale of the 2003 record heatwave, with millions in France, Spain, and Italy experiencing prolonged extreme heat. Several nations, including Germany and Poland, shattered all-time… The Economic Times · Jul 3
The Guardian - AU · Jul 3 Family ties and focus: Lamine Yamal carries burden of Spain’s World Cup dream The 18-year-old is leading a nation’s effort to win a second title – to the delight of his three-year-old brother
The Independent UK · Jul 3 Travelling to Spain, France or Greece? How Europe’s heatwave could affect your trip TRAVEL INSIDER: Europe is experiencing another summer of extreme temperatures. From heat-related health risks and wildfire disruption to what Foreign Office advice really means for your holiday, Annabel Grossman looks at what travellers need to know before they fly in the latest Travel Insider newsletter
Euronews · Jul 3 Goalkeeper Unai Simón sets new Guinness World Record following Spain's 3-0 win over Austria Simón, who plays his club football for La Liga side Athletic Bilbao, has kept clean sheets against Austria, Cape Verde, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia at the 2026 World Cup.
Euronews · Jul 3 Overtourism: Where are locals being priced out by rising rents? Greeks, Italians and Spaniards have endured some of the highest rent hikes since 2019, ranging from €200 to €300 a year, and no, it has nothing to do with energy or construction prices.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 3 World Cup 2026: Germany hold Klopp talks after Nagelsmann quits; Neymar unhappy with Brazil role – as it happened The latest news, reaction and build-up as the last-32 stage draws to a close
Euronews · Jul 3 Spain set to see temperatures soar again this weekend Extremadura and Andalusia are under orange heat alerts, with temperatures of 40ºC to 42ºC expected.
France 24 · Jul 3 World Cup 2026: Portugal knock out Croatia and will face Spain These Round of 32 matches are definitely full of twists. Portugal came back from 1-0 down to beat Croatia in Toronto. Goncalo Ramos scored a stoppage-time winner after Cristiano Ronaldo had earlier equalised from the penalty spot.
Radio France Internationale · Jul 3 What can France learn from Spain's heatwave protection for workers? As French workers face record-breaking temperatures, attention is turning to Spain, where measures introduced to deal with extreme weather are inspiring a proposal for climate leave in France.
The Economic Times · Jul 3 Spain's regularisation scheme allows 600,000 migrants to work legally during application review Spain has issued temporary work permits to over 600,000 migrants who applied for legal status, allowing them to join the formal economy while their residency applications are processed. This amnesty drive, exceeding initial government estimates, primarily attracted applicants from Latin America. Around 160,000 individuals had already secured formal employment by…
FourFourTwo · Jul 3 Why Mikel Oyarzabal is already a Spain legend Mikel Oyarzabal is lighting up the World Cup for Spain
Euronews · Jul 3 Spain cruise past Austria while Portugal edge Croatia Wednesday to book last-16 tie Spain blanked Austria 3–0 in California with a brace from Mikel Oyarzabal and a Pedro Porro header. They will meet Portugal, who edged Croatia 2–1 in Toronto thanks to a late Gonçalo Ramos header.