Mexico’s slow football indicates England could join rare club of winners at the Azteca Mexicoe have played at a relaxed tempo, but England have the pace to pose a significant threat The Guardian - UK · Jul 4
Tiny Cape Verde steal the show against Argentina in a performance to last in World Cup lore The African minnows capped off an impressive run with a heroic performance in a 3-2 loss to the defending champions The Guardian - US · Jul 4
Harry Kane is no William Shakespeare - this World Cup will end in an English tragedy Harry Kane was compared to William Shakespeare this week - but the World Cup is destined to end in a tragedy for this imperfect England side. The National (Scotland) · Jul 4
'An unknown number called, asking to meet at the hotel opposite my home. I thought, “How does he know where I live? How did he get my number?”’ Guus Hiddink recalls how he landed the South Korea job The Dutchman led South Korea to the World Cup semi-finals in 2002 FourFourTwo · Jul 4
Some Americans are reluctant to cheer for the US at the World Cup. They shouldn’t be There are plenty of reasons for Americans to feel discomfort about the behavior of their country. But sports have a way of bringing joy and unity The Guardian - US · Jul 4
What Mexico fans feel about the World Cup – and England Ahead of their crunch last-16 match, we spoke to Mexicans and people living in the country about their experience and expectations of their tournament The Guardian - UK · Jul 4
The World Cup is just now discovering Middle America's big heart. These Irish bingo kingpins built a $24 million business knowing it all along Craig Reynolds and Will Meara launched Bingo Loco in a Dublin basement in 2017. Nine years later, Locomotive sells a million tickets a year in 300 cities. Fortune · Jul 4
American soccer fans turn to VPNs to dodge the World Cup's hydration break ads Americans hate hydration break ads and are massively turning to VPNs to avoid them, says Planet VPN. TechRadar · Jul 4
'We can beat any team if we stick to our game plan,' says India hockey coach Craig Fulton India's men's hockey coach Craig Fulton believes the team can triumph globally if they adhere to their strategy. Impressive victories against Germany and the Netherlands, alongside a close contest with England, highlight this potential. Despite an overall eighth-place finish in the Pro League, the team's growing confidence and maturity are… The Economic Times · Jul 4
The Best Performance of the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 There were several terrific matches in the round of 32, but one exceptional comeback shone brightest. Sports Illustrated · Jul 4
Stirling-born Canada assistant Ewan Sharp on being a Scot in the World Cup last 16 Scotland failed to reach the World Cup knockout rounds - but Stirling-born Ewan Sharp will be in the Canada dugout in their last 16 match tomorrow. The National (Scotland) · Jul 4
Who is Julian Quinones? The Mexico star lighting up the World Cup with England in his sights The Mexico forward has announced himself to the world with three goals already at this World Cup FourFourTwo · Jul 4
The five hours of chaos surrounding England’s World Cup tie that exposed Fifa’s lack of leadership After confusion spread from Mexico City surrounding the kick-off time for Mexico v England, Miguel Delaney discusses how an absence of leadership from Fifa sparked chaos at the World Cup The Independent UK · 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
The Independent UK · Jul 4 Mexico fans dream of more wins in the World Cup, singing 'What if we do?' Mexico's World Cup dream is alive with hope and excitement
The Guardian - UK · Jul 4 Cape Verde threaten shock for the ages before Argentina break hearts in World Cup classic Argentina are into the last 16 of the World Cup but only after a 3-2 extra-time win over a magnificent Cape Verde side
The Independent UK · Jul 4 Magical World Cup ride of Vozinha and Cape Verde ends after pushing Messi and Argentina to the brink Vozinha's dream was for his mother to see him play at the World Cup, and he achieved that and more
The Independent UK · Jul 3 Lionel Messi lauded by Ian Wright and Gary Neville for ‘total control’ after sublime Argentina goal Messi scored his seventh goal of the World Cup 2026 against Cape Verde in the last 32 tie in Miami to extend his outstanding form
The Independent UK · Jul 3 The Mat Ryan gamble that failed spectacularly as Egypt beat Australia on penalties Australia 1-1 Egypt (2-4 pens): Ryan was brought off the bench in the last minute to go in goal for the shootout but failed to save a single penalty as the Socceroos crashed out of the World Cup
Radio France Internationale · Jul 3 Egypt beat Australia on penalties to reach last 16 for first time at World Cup Egypt beat Australia on penalties on Friday to advance to the last 16 at the World Cup for the first time.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 3 The Players With the Most Goals at a Single World Cup Tournament The World Cup is littered with legendary goalscoring campaigns over the last century.
The Conversation · Jul 3 Is your child devastated the Socceroos lost? Here’s how to help The World Cup has captured the imagination of many Australian kids.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 3 Egypt reach World Cup last 16 in shootout as Australia’s goalkeeper gamble backfires Egypt won 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Dallas, as Australia switched keepers for the shootout but missed two of their spot-kicks
The Independent UK · Jul 3 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 Economic Times · Jul 3 FIFA World Cup: France wary of Paraguay revenge mission amid World Cup hype France, boasting a formidable attack led by Kylian Mbappe, faces Paraguay in the World Cup's last-16. Despite their impressive scoring record, coach Didier Deschamps and Mbappe emphasize staying grounded against a tenacious South American side. Paraguay, seeking revenge for a 1998 loss, will present a stern defensive challenge, making France's…