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Airbnb offered $750 to Americans to open up their homes during the World Cup—mostly women took it up and now they’re earning thousands

The average host short-term rental host will get a $3,000 payday for renting out their space during the World Cup. Women are jumping on the opportunity.

Fortune

Cathie Wood Calls June Jobs Report 'Weird' and 'Very Distorted' As Wall Street Says the Payroll Miss Doesn't Add Up

The U.S. economy added just 57,000 nonfarm payroll jobs in June, falling sharply below expectations prompting ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood to call government statistics “very distorted.” As Wall Street analysts label the print “misleading” due to anomalies like job losses during the World Cup, both investors and economists are…

Benzinga

Switzerland beat Algeria 2-0 to move into World Cup last 16

Breel Embolo scored in the first half, Dan Ndoye tallied at the start of the second half and Switzerland advanced to the World Cup's round of 16 with a 2-0 victory over Algeria on Thursday night in Vancouver.

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Sports quiz of the week: World Cup, Ben Stokes, Wimbledon and LeBron James

Have you followed the big stories in football, cricket, tennis, rugby union, basketball, cycling and Formula One?

The Guardian - UK

Croatia vs. Portugal: What happened in those final, chaotic minutes

Portugal clinched a thrilling 2-1 win against Croatia in the 109th minute, propelling them to the next stage of the World Cup. A controversial VAR decision disallowed Croatia's potential equalizer for offside, leaving Luka Modric and his teammates devastated. Meanwhile, Goncalo Ramos and Cristiano Ronaldo shone brightly for Portugal, celebrating…

The Economic Times

Trump Urged to Overrule FIFA and Save US Star Balogun from Red Card Suspension

President Trump faces calls to intervene after US striker Folarin Balogun's controversial red card at the World Cup, leaving the team without its top scorer for the next match

International Business Times UK

How does ‘Snicko’ work at the World Cup? Why Croatia were denied equaliser against Portugal by VAR technology

Josko Gvardiol’s equaliser in the 13th minute of stoppage time was ruled out after a VAR check

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Swiss tactical masterclass sinks Algeria in World knockout clash

Switzerland secured a commanding 2-0 victory over Algeria, with early goals from Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye propelling them into the World Cup's last 16. Coach Murat Yakin's tactical brilliance saw his team absorb pressure and strike decisively on the counter. Despite Algeria's efforts, Switzerland's disciplined defense proved impenetrable, ensuring…

The Economic Times

Why South Korea's World Cup exit has become a national political controversy

South Korea's World Cup exit has ignited a national outcry, prompting presidential calls for an investigation and the coach's resignation. Frustration over the Korea Football Association's controversial appointment processes, including that of coach Hong Myung-bo, has fueled widespread demands for reform. Fans and officials alike are questioning competence over connections,…

The Economic Times

Martínez says there was no ‘lucky call’ after record four goals ruled out in Portugal win

Roberto Martínez commended the numerous VAR interventions that helped Portugal past Croatia after his team narrowly edged an incident-packed match to progress to the last 16 of the World Cup

The Guardian - UK

How to watch Switzerland vs Algeria: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for FIFA World Cup 2026, team news

Here's how to watch Switzerland vs Algeria for free online and from anywhere as the unbeaten Swiss face a battle-tested Algeria in the World Cup last 32.

TechRadar

Who are the BBC pundits, commentators and presenters for Switzerland v Algeria?

Switzerland and Algeria are aiming to reach the World Cup's round-of-16

FourFourTwo

Upset about the US red card in the World Cup? Domino’s is here to help you cope

Domino’s is giving away $1 million worth of pizzas after US striker Folarin Balogun was sent off against Bosnia and Herzegovina

The Independent UK

When did Diogo Jota die? Former Portugal player honoured at World Cup match

Diogo Jota was honoured ahead of Portugal’s World Cup match against Croatia on Thursday evening. Jota tragically passed away in a car crash on 3 July last year at the age of 28, alongside his brother Andre Silva. On the eve of the one-year anniversary of his passing, an image…

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FourFourTwo

After sleepwalking through the group stage, Spain have woken up for the business end of the World Cup

La Roja exemplified why they are one of the favorites to win the World Cup

FourFourTwo

Who is Espen Eskas? The referee for Portugal vs Croatia

Ex-Real Madrid teammates Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric go head-to-head in the World Cup Round of 32

The Independent UK

John Denver’s family ‘thrilled’ as Country Roads becomes US team’s World Cup anthem

John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads” has become the unofficial anthem of the US men’s national soccer team at the World Cup

The National (Scotland)

Spain 3-0 Austria: Mikel Oyarzabal at the double as European champions impress

Oyarzabal scored twice as Spain proved too strong for Austria in a 3-0 win at the SoFi Stadium to take their place in the last 16 of the World Cup.

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France 24

World Cup 2026: Spain cruise into last 16 with win over Austria

Spain booked their place in the World Cup last 16 with an emphatic 3-0 win over Austria on Thursday, producing another polished performance that rarely gave their opponents a foothold.

Sports Illustrated

How World Cup Referee Salaries Compare to Premier League, MLS, La Liga

There are over 50 different referees at the expanded 2026 World Cup.

The Independent UK

The 10 (not entirely serious…) right-back options Thomas Tuchel should consider

England are scrabbling around to find someone to play right-back in the World Cup last-16 match against Mexico. Here’s a potential shortlist

FourFourTwo

Teams who've benefitted the most from World Cup hydration breaks – England aren't one!

Hydration breaks have been a big talking point at the World Cup, and some teams are using them better than others

The Conversation

With the World Cup in full swing, why have the geopolitical criticisms quietened?

We are well into this largest and longest FIFA men’s World Cup. Before it kicked off in Mexico City on June 11, there was intense media and public discussion of its geopolitics.

Sports Illustrated

Malik Tillman Reveals Brutal Injury Sustained Minutes Before Wondrous Free Kick

The 24-year-old became the first American man in 32 years to score a free kick at the World Cup.

FourFourTwo

'A Private Party with Public Money’ Canada spent one billion dollars hosting 13 matches – was it worth it?

Many feel that money could've gone elsewhere. FourFourTwo spoke to people in Toronto who think their inaugural World Cup was lukewarm

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