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Iran’s soccer team arrives in Mexico for training ahead of the World Cup

Iran’s soccer team has arrived in Mexico for training ahead of the World Cup, before three group matches in the United States later this month

The Independent UK

Uncertainty over US entry permits for Iran World Cup squad

Uncertainty remains over US entry permits for Iranian players just days before the World Cup begins, with various Iranian bodies denouncing "unfair" treatment. On Sunday Iran's football chief Mehdi Taj -- among some 15 staffers denied US visas, according to Iranian media -- criticised the United States' "unfair" treatment of…

The Economic Times

Niall Horan backs Scotland in World Cup after Ireland miss out

Niall Horan says he will support Scotland at the World Cup this summer after Ireland failed to qualify for the tournament

The National (Scotland)

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‘Cristiano Ronaldo made me do the splits. I thought, ‘This can’t happen again.’ I didn’t want someone to take my career away from me’ Ashley Cole on his major tournament battles with the Portuguese icon

England’s Cole was tasked with stopping Ronaldo at Euro 2004 and at the World Cup two years later

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Ticket pain and Trump anger, but still room for ‘magic’: how readers feel about the World Cup

With the World Cup nearly upon us, Guardian readers share their mixed emotions – enthusiasm, hope, unease, anger, optimism – around this summer’s tournament

The Guardian - US

US show the fight Pochettino wanted – just in time for the World Cup

The defeat hurt, but the Americans’ response to an early German goal provided perhaps the clearest evidence yet that their manager’s message is taking root

The Guardian - US

From luring stars to hosting the World Cup, Saudi Arabia has spent billions to disrupt soccer

Saudi Arabia is making waves in global football. Following a stunning World Cup upset, the nation attracted top stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema. They secured the 2034 World Cup hosting rights. This move aims to boost revenue and improve their image. The focus is now on developing local…

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Players to watch: France's Kylian Mbappé

Kylian Mbappé will feature for France at his third World Cup this summer, at the age of 27. In the final instalment of a five-part series on players to watch at the 2026 tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada, RFI looks at the World Cup career of a…

Radio France Internationale

The Curacao blueprint and how Guyana are targeting a similar World Cup miracle

SPECIAL REPORT: After Curacao did what most assumed was impossible, Will Castle delves deep into one of football’s unknown nations, Guyana, to uncover what it takes to chase such an unlikely dream of World Cup qualification

The Independent UK

Soccer great Pelé's legacy shines on in his one-time home ahead of the World Cup

As the FIFA World Cup approaches, the image of one of Brazil’s greatest footballers lives on in Santos, the one-time home of Edson Arantes do Nascimento, far better known as Pelé

The Independent UK

Luis de la Fuente: ‘The appreciation for Spanish coaches should have happened ages ago’

Spain manager on the values behind the nation’s coaching culture, the joy of teaching and Lamine Yamal’s otherworldly talents

The Guardian - UK

Steve Clarke calls for World Cup caution after big Scotland win against Bolivia

Steve Clarke isn't reading too much into Scotland's friendly victories over Curacao and Bolivia ahead of the World Cup.

The National (Scotland)

World Cup 2026 London guide: The best pubs, bars and fan zones for every nation

From fan zones to pubs, beer gardens and ballrooms, here are the best spots in London to catch all the World Cup action — just make sure you book your tickets in advance

Evening Standard

Mexico CNTE Teachers' Union Reject Government Offer, Prepare for 2026 World Cup Protests

With five days until the World Cup opener, Mexico's CNTE teachers' union rejected the government's first concrete pension proposal, dismissed it as insufficient, and is now expanding its coalition — including the families of the 43 disappeared Ayotzinapa students — while threatening to bring protests directly to Azteca Stadium.

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The Guardian - UK

Iraq World Cup 2026 team guide

Graham Arnold’s team have overcome adversity on and off the pitch, but may benefit from the pressure being off them in a tough group

The Independent UK

UK employers face World Cup headache over staff absence and late kick-offs

Acas said employers may want to remind staff their sickness and attendance policies still apply

The Guardian - UK

England 1-0 New Zealand: five talking points from the World Cup warm-up

Jude Bellingham will have been happy to take the armband, Nico O’Reilly is a midfield option but John Stones looks a weak link

The Independent UK

England’s tepid World Cup warm-up offers Thomas Tuchel few answers to lingering questions

England 1-0 New Zealand: As preparations for the World Cup continue, the Three Lions battled with the heat in Florida

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The National (Scotland)

Bolivia 0-4 Scotland: Steve Clarke's men turn up the heat in final World Cup warm-up

Stephen McGowan reports from New Jersey as Scotland emphatically defeat Bolivia in their final warm-up match ahead of the World Cup

AAP

SOC:Socceroos' rivals beaten in final World Cup warm up

Leroy Sané scored a tiebreaking goal in the 57th minute to give Germany a 2-1 win over the United States ahead of the World Cup campaign.

AAP

Hosts US beaten in final World Cup warm up

Australia's World Group D rivals had mixed results in final warm up games with the US losing on Saturday and Turkey notching a win.

Sports Illustrated

The 10 Best Defenders at the 2026 World Cup—Ranked

Some truly phenomenal defenders are on hand to outclass the World Cup’s sharpest forwards.

Sports Illustrated

USMNT vs. Germany Player Ratings: Positive Performance Ahead of World Cup

The USMNT wrapped up 2026 World Cup preparations with a 2–1 loss to Germany in Chicago.

The Guardian - AU

Tete Yengi scores on debut as Socceroos sign off before World Cup with Switzerland draw

Australia held world No 19 Switzerland to a 1-1 draw in their final hit-out before the World Cup kicks off

The Guardian - US

‘Let’s go with the heart’: Zohran Mamdani thinks this African team will win the World Cup

The New York City mayor sat down with the Guardian and, using the World Cup Bracketology game, made a historic prediction for this summer

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