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President Trump will not attend US team's World Cup opener

President Donald Trump will miss the United States' World Cup opening match. His schedule is tight, requiring him to be in Washington D.C. for the UFC Freedom 250 event. This is not unprecedented for a host nation's leader. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will lead the U.S. delegation. Andrew Giuliani…

The Economic Times

‘More pressure than the president’: Ancelotti sets out to end Brazil’s World Cup drought

Their last triumph was in 2002 but their Italian head coach, without Neymar against Morocco, brings ‘joy and enthusiasm’

The Guardian - UK

Watch 2026 FIFA World Cup for FREE: Stream all 104 games

How to watch all 104 games of the FIFA World Cup for free from anywhere in the world.

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The World Cup is a chance for non-sports fans like me to embrace the beautifully inconsequential game

What joy it is to invest deeply into how well a nation you’ve never heard of moves a ball around a field

The Guardian - AU

World Cup schedule today: How to watch USA v Paraguay, TV & live stream Friday 12 June

What’s happening in the World Cup today? Here is the full schedule for Friday 12 June, including kick-off times, TV channels, and live stream options.

The Guardian - US

The World Cup 2026 is already being criticized as Africa’s ‘best male referee’ is barred entry into the U.S.

Omar Artan had his dreams dashed after immigration officials sent him back home after 11 hours of questioning.

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I'm using ChatGPT to help me follow the World Cup — these are the 5 prompts I'd recommend to any fan

Whether you want deeper stats, better planning or help coping with penalty drama, these five AI prompts can make the World Cup a little easier to enjoy.

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Digested week: Starmer is trying to carve out his legacy – but it’s not his to write

Plus, Brexit at 10, dinner as protest, 100 best novels and not watching the World Cup (yet)

The Guardian - UK

Palestinian football chief says he has not been granted US visa for World Cup

Jibril Rajoub attended the first match of the World Cup in Mexico, but says he has not received his US visa yet

The Independent UK

A 2026 World Cup tech makeover is turning every player into a digital twin, with 16 cameras, a 13-gram smart ball, and millimeter-level scans that could settle the sport’s tightest calls

The World Cup introduces a revolutionary AI offside system. Players are now 3D scanned, and a smart ball tracks every touch. This technology will deliver quicker, more precise decisions, reducing game delays. Fans will see lifelike 3D replays explaining complex calls. This innovation marks a significant advancement in football officiating.

The Economic Times

ITV unveil New York skyline studio - as BBC broadcast from 'green box in Salford'

The BBC and ITV have unveiled their studios for the World Cup.

Evening Standard

Knicks fever is colliding with World Cup buzz, and New York soccer bars are trying to juggle both

In most nations hosting the World Cup, soccer is a fixation

The Independent UK

Who scored a hat-trick in England’s secret friendly and what was the result?

Ivan Toney reportedly scored a hat-trick, including a spectacular goal from range, while Liverpool’s Rio Ngumoha was also on target despite not being in the 26-man squad

The Independent UK

John Barnes exclusive: ‘No England player is light-hearted enough to do a World Cup song like I did’

Exclusive interview: John Barnes also tells Standard Sport what is achievable for England at the World Cup

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France 24

Trump's World Cup: More matches, higher prices, fewer foreigners

Can blatant racism and shameless greed ruin the World Cup? Fans of the beautiful game and its history can take solace in the opening match at Mexico City's storied Azteca Stadium, the only venue to already host two World Cup finals.

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The World Cup usually cleans up a country’s image. Not this time

Mega sporting events run on a reliable formula. A country wins the hosting rights, spends money it probably shouldn’t, and receives a month-long image makeover in return. The FIFA World Cup has often been held as the ultimate example of this exchange, accused of being the world’s most expensive reputation…

The Independent UK

The World Cup could revive US tourism – if America lets it

TRAVEL INSIDER: With five million visitors expected for the World Cup, the US is hoping for a tourism boost after a slump in international arrivals. But amid reports of visa issues, border delays and rising costs, questions remain over how welcoming the experience will be, as Annabel Grossman reports in…

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The Ultimate World Cup Finishing Performance: Kylian Mbappe in 2022

The World Cup has witnessed the world’s best forwards at their peak over the years.

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Buying a TV for the World Cup? These are the features to look out for

Because the beautiful game shouldn't look like anything less.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026, what to know: Mexico starts with big win while the US and Canada prepare for openers

Mexico secured a 2-0 victory in their World Cup opener against South Africa. The United States and Canada are set to play their first matches today. Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez scored for Mexico. South Korea also won, with a 2-1 against Czech republic. Fans can watch all games on…

The Guardian - UK

Julen Lopetegui: ‘Going to the World Cup just for the sake of going is stupid’

Eight years on from being sacked by Spain on the eve of the World Cup, Julen Lopetegui will get his chance on the big stage as head coach of Qatar

The Guardian - UK

Sports quiz of the week: World Cup, Knicks, T20, Giro and Serena Williams

Have you followed the big stories in football, cricket, cycling, tennis, motor sport, basketball and athletics?

The National (Scotland)

World Cup: South Korea come from behind to beat Czech Republic in Guadalajara

Substitute Oh Hyeon-gyu gave South Korea a winning start to the World Cup as they came from behind to beat the Czech Republic 2-1.

The Independent UK

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?

AAP

Socceroos boss makes call on post-World Cup future

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has extended his contract until after the 2027 Asian Cup, in a boost ahead of Australia's World Cup campaign.

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