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The Latest Breaking News from the World Cup

Meet the former Arsenal striker ready to end USA’s World Cup goalscoring woes

Folarin Balogun is set to be a key player for the United States at the World Cup

The Independent UK

World cup games today: Who are playing on Day 1? Kick off time, team-wise match schedule

World cup today matches: FIFA World Cup 2026 is kicking off on Thursday.

The Economic Times

One in 10 fans believe Scotland will win the World Cup, poll says

ONE in 10 Scotland fans believe their team will win the World Cup, a new poll has indicated ...

The National (Scotland)

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Will England win the World Cup? Experts predict if football is coming home

England begin their World Cup campaign against Croatia on June 17

Evening Standard

Kash Patel on the FBI's defining test: Securing the World Cup

The FBI faces its biggest security challenge ever with the upcoming World Cup. Director Kash Patel outlines extensive preparations for the event, which includes millions of visitors and threats from drones, terrorists, and cyber attacks. The agency is working with international partners to ensure safety. Preparations involve background checks and…

The Economic Times

World Cup 2026: supercomputer backs Spain, former stars favour Argentina

A member of France’s 1998 World Cup-winning team and the Italian defender who scored in the 2006 final shared their expectations with Euronews

Euronews

Omar Artan – everything you need to know about the World Cup referee denied entry to the US

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Haiti star duo send ominous message to Scotland ahead of World Cup opener

Haiti ace Etienne has warned Scotland they have nothing to lose when they play them in the World Cup opener.

The National (Scotland)

Cape Verde: An island nation swept up in World Cup dreams

For the first time ever, Cape Verde is heading to the World Cup. The West African island nation – home to fewer than half a million people – will be one of the smallest countries in tournament history. In the capital Praia, preparations are in full swing, with qualification sparking…

France 24

The Cristiano Ronaldo problem standing between Portugal and World Cup breakthrough

Perhaps the biggest footballing nation never to win the World Cup, could Portugal’s greatest player hold them back in North America?

The Independent UK

Russia ramps up military infrastructure along Finnish and Norwegian borders

PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, June 11: First, the latest news from Russia. Then, how cutting-edge surveillance technology at the World Cup is fuelling privacy concerns. And finally, why American women are embracing witchcraft retreats in Ireland.

France 24

Haiti embraces World Cup dream after 54-year wait

Haiti's Ti Mondial 2026 tournament brings together 48 schools to celebrate the World Cup and promote peace, unity and hope.

Euronews

Striker: The Dog That Became the Face of the 1994 World Cup

Warner Bros. Animation created an iconic World Cup mascot still remembered decades later.

Sports Illustrated

26 reasons why World Cup 2026 will be historic

Six-foot eagles, warmongering Peace Prize winners and Lady Gaga on pens? It could be quite the summer…

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South Africa World Cup 2026 Predictions: Picks and Betting Odds

South Africa return to the World Cup for the first time since 2010 as 100000-to-1 outsiders. Here's where the value lies beyond the win market.

The Independent UK

Mexico City metro station’s World Cup makeover divides locals as it’s branded ‘failed aesthetic’

The criticisms come in the midst of wider social unrest in Mexico City

The Guardian - UK

Mexico hoping football emerges from the chaos surrounding World Cup

It may just be time to forget the sullied buildup and enjoy the tournament although the co-hosts are not optimistic

The Independent UK

Hong Kong customs seize $20 million in fake goods just hours before World Cup

The World Cup is due to get underway in Mexico City on Thursday

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Euronews

Stickers, shirts and beer: 2026 World Cup could earn Portugal up to €945 million

Despite not hosting a single match, Portugal could see nearly €1 billion in economic benefits from a World Cup increasingly driven by digital engagement and consumer spending, according to a new study.

France 24

Football and politics collide as World Cup kicks off in shadow of war, travel bans

The 2026 World Cup kicks off on Thursday with a record 48 teams vying for the most coveted prize in football and a slew of controversies over ticket prices, geopolitical tensions and visa restrictions imposed by the Trump administration casting a pall over the beautiful game’s quadrennial extravaganza.

The Guardian - UK

Lightning stops play: how electrical storms could disrupt the World Cup

Under US rules, even a distant strike can suspend a game – and some will take place in Florida, the thunderstorm state

The Conversation

Referees, athletes, fans: how the US border crackdowns are tarnishing the World Cup

This was supposed to be the most spectacular FIFA men’s World Cup in history. There are more national teams (48), more host countries (three) and more matches (104) than ever before.

The Conversation

I built a maths model to simulate the World Cup a million times. Find out your team’s chances

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is one of the most watched events of the international sports calendar, and fans from across the globe will be trying to predict how far their team will go.

Sports Illustrated

Three Takeaways From Canada’s Final World Cup Preparations

Canada has injuries, but the group’s immense depth has them dreaming of a historic day in Toronto on Friday.

The Guardian - UK

‘I wished for that’: Tuchel insists England are ready for World Cup after warm-up stroll

Thomas Tuchel said England are ready for the World Cup after they cruised to an impressive 3-0 victory over Costa Rica in Orlando

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