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The Latest Breaking News from the World Cup

The Worst Performing World Cup Host Nations—Ranked

Being the host nation usually provides an advantage at the World Cup—but it doesn’t for everyone.

Sports Illustrated

The Worst World Cup Teams Ever—Ranked

World Cup teams don’t come any worse than this lot, who truly crumbled on the grandest stage.

Sports Illustrated

‘I have no doubt Lionel Messi will play at the World Cup – he’s fully capable of continuing as a leader for the national team’ Argentina great tells FFT that Inter Miami star can keep on shining on the global stage next summer

In an exclusive interview, an Albiceleste hero is confident that Messi's impact will continue for some time yet

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Women’s cricket team of the year: from Jemimah Rodrigues to Alana King

The Spin’s annual selection marks a special World Cup win for India, and work to do for England

The Guardian - UK

‘Focused’ England Star Breaks Silence on Jude Bellingham, World Cup No. 10 Debate

The battle to be England’s No. 10 at the World Cup is well and truly on.

Sports Illustrated

Africa Cup of Nations 2025: Everything you need to know, from the team in crisis to the best games to watch

Will Mohamed Salah lift his first Africa Cup of Nations title with Egypt? Or can Nigeria bounce back from their World Cup disappointment?

The Independent UK

Forget EA Sports FC, FIFA is back – and from an unlikely source

There will be a new FIFA game next year – planned for the World Cup in June

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The World Cup is about places and people. In Seattle, it should be about Pride

The US host city’s resolve in maintaining its ‘Pride Match’ should be commended as exactly the sort of thing this tournament is for

The Guardian - US

Veteran Socceroo ready to silence doubters at World Cup

Aziz Behich believes the Socceroos can again silence doubters at the World Cup finals but first has his eyes set on helping Melbourne City.

AAP

Megan Rapinoe Slams USMNT Over New 2026 World Cup Slogan

One of the greatest players in USWNT history isn’t a fan of the USMNT’s new motto heading into the World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

Fifa announces major increase in World Cup prize money amid ticket pricing scandal

World Cup champions will receive $50m as total prize fund increases by 50 per cent

The Independent UK

World Cup countries Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire among additions to Trump travel ban

The two African nations join Haiti and Iran on the travel ban list, meaning fans may face issues when trying to enter the US for the tournament

The Guardian - US

Fifa announces limited amount of $60 tickets for 2026 World Cup after fan fury

The ‘supporter entry’ tier prices are capped at $60 and will be available to fans for all 104 games, including the World Cup final

The Guardian - US

Phil Jones Names Who He’d Start Over Jude Bellingham As England’s No. 10

Jude Bellingham’s starting place at the World Cup could be under threat.

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Steve Clarke to see if Harvey Barnes will commit to Scotland before friendlies

Steve Clarke, the Scotland manager, has suggested he may stay on beyond the World Cup, but wants to discuss it with the Scottish FA

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'I hope the phone will ring' - Namur World Cup podium boosts 2026 contract search for Amandine Fouquenet

French cyclocross champion without a team after the collapse of Arkéa-B&B Hotels Women

The Independent UK

World Cup winner reveals what Thomas Tuchel’s England must do to end trophy drought

England will be looking to win their first major trophy in 60 years at the 2026 World Cup

The Independent UK

Fans call on FA support to challenge ‘disgraceful’ World Cup ticket prices

The cheapest ticket for the World Cup final for fans looking to buy through the FA’s allocation has been set at over £3,000.

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The Independent UK

Martin Compston: ‘I don’t have many regrets in life, but that does give me cold sweats’

INTERVIEW: He’s about to reprise the ‘Line of Duty’ role that made him a household name for the long-awaited seventh season, but first, the Scot is starring in a revenge thriller with a difference. He talks to Katie Rosseinsky about career near-misses, the ‘kernels of truth’ in the new ‘Line…

The Independent UK

FIFA accused of 'monumental betrayal' over latest World Cup ticket prices

Soccer fans have accused FIFA of a “monumental betrayal” after latest prices for World Cup tickets began to circulate

Sports Illustrated

The 10 Biggest Shock Results in World Cup History—Ranked

Some of the World Cup’s most stunning results have sparked trauma among nations.

The Independent UK

USA confirms pre-World Cup friendly opponents including team they’ve never played before

USA now know who they will be facing in their final matches before the 2026 World Cup

The Independent UK

How to still buy World Cup tickets and the eye-watering costs facing England and Scotland fans

The next phase of ticket sales opens on Thursday with a ballot process following the confirmation of the World Cup draw and match schedule

The Guardian - US

‘A different type of game’: USMNT veterans on how to handle World Cup pressure

In 2010 and 2022, the US faced heightened emotions from the lead-in to the tournament itself. As hosts next year, little will change

Evening Standard

Trump is coming after your social media! Brits face having FIVE YEARS of history screened before being allowed into US

Hundreds of thousands set to travel to America for the World Cup may have to hand over online history

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