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The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

Monday’s sport: What’s on and where can I watch it?

Lionel Messi and defending champions Argentina will take centre stage at the World Cup.

The Independent UK

Who is the referee for Spain vs Saudi Arabia?

An official with a Copa America final under his belt will take charge of the World Cup Group H encounter

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Spain vs Saudi Arabia prediction as European champions look to achieve lift-off

Spain's goalless draw against Cape Verde was the surprise of the tournament so far, and Saudi Arabia will be hoping to make things difficult again

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The week in pictures: World Cup celebrations, Obama's legacy and wild swimming in Paris

Football fans around the globe tune into the World Cup, the Obama's celebrate a presidential legacy in Chicago, Parisians find a new way to escape soaring temperatures and the Knicks celebrate their NBA championship victory in New York. FRANCE 24 looks back at some of the week's most striking images.

France 24

Spain vs Saudi Arabia LIVE: World Cup 2026 result, latest updates and fan reaction

2010 winners were looking for first win of summer tournament

Evening Standard

'We don’t speak Punjabi. We are not Indians': Canadian woman rants about FIFA World Cup opening ceremony performance

A viral video from Canada stirred a row after a woman criticised the FIFA World Cup opening ceremony in Toronto, questioning the presence of performer Nora Fatehi and saying she was upset over the presence of Indians at ceremony and that the event did not reflect Canadian culture.

The Times of India

Argentina Predicted Lineup vs. Austria: World Cup Group J

Argentina will look to build on its opening 3–0 win against Algeria when it faces Austria.

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VAR Power Grab? Fans Warn FIFA Is 'Destroying the Game' With New World Cup 2026 Rules

VAR rule changes ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup have triggered backlash, with expanded VAR powers for corners, fouls, and second yellow cards sparking intense opposition from fans.

International Business Times UK

Spain vs Saudi Arabia LIVE: Lamine Yamal’s first World Cup goal sparks statement performance

Spain 4-0 Saudi Arabia: 18-year-old Lamine Yamal made an instant impact as he scored within 10 minutes of his first World Cup start as Spain ran riot

The Independent UK

World Cup today: Spain look to get back on track against Saudi Arabia

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The Independent UK

Some US players believe they can win the World Cup. Are they deluded?

Mauricio Pochettino’s players have got off to a scorching start to the tournament. Going all the way will require the team reaching a whole new level

The Guardian - US

Newark Declares Code Red Heat Emergency for the Juneteenth Heat Wave — 5 Cooling Centers Open, Shelters Active

Newark NJ declared Code Red heat emergency June 2026: heat index up to 102°F. Five cooling centers open, shelters active for unhoused, Homeless Street Outreach deployed.

Medical Daily

Guns for hire and gegenpress eggheads bring World Cup subplots aplenty

In today’s Football Daily: Shining a light on maverick managerial match-ups, and Leo Østigård’s exhaustion

The Guardian - UK

Portugal vs Uzbekistan: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds

Seleccao looking for first win against World Cup debutants

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Elite Managers Take Center Stage at the World Cup—and Maybe the Next One Too

The profile of those on the touchline has never been higher and that change has seismically shifted how international soccer is played.

The Economic Times

More than just happy to be here, New Zealand hunts first-ever knockout run

New Zealand's football team, the All Whites, are on the cusp of a historic World Cup run after a strong opening draw against Iran. Ranked 82nd globally, their presence in the expanded 48-team tournament is a significant achievement, amplified by their chance to advance past the group stage for the…

The Economic Times

FIFA draws criticism as Infantino clocks up air miles at World Cup

FIFA President Gianni Infantino's extensive private jet travel for the 2026 World Cup is drawing sharp criticism from environmentalists. His frequent flights, covering vast distances across North America, significantly contribute to carbon emissions. Experts highlight this as a "sustainability paradox," where the tournament's structure necessitates high-emission travel, raising concerns about…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil President Lula jokes about Neymar's absence, calls him 'work from home player'

Brazilian President Lula playfully dubbed Neymar a 'work-from-home' player due to his World Cup absence. Neymar is recovering from a calf injury, missing Brazil's first two matches. He's resumed on-field training, but his participation in the Scotland game remains uncertain, with a final decision pending. His potential return would significantly…

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France 24

Curaçao celebrates first point, Tunisia eliminated, Goals galore for Netherlands and Japan

The evening of football started with quite an unexpected walk in the park for the Netherlands, who beat Sweden 5-1. Germany narrowly avoided a trampling by the Elephants of the Ivory Coast, thanks to a last-minute goal. World Cup newcomers Curaçao got their first world cup point ever thanks to…

The Economic Times

Ayase Ueda scores twice in Japan's 4-0 win against Tunisia in 1,000th men's World Cup match

Japan delivered a dominant performance, thrashing Tunisia 4-0 in a historic World Cup match. Ayase Ueda netted twice, supported by goals from Daichi Kamada and Junya Ito, marking Japan's highest-ever World Cup goal tally. This victory propels Japan level on points with the Netherlands in Group F, significantly boosting their…

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‘We lost a lot of shootouts from 1990 and it became a thing. You have to credit Jordan Pickford and the boys – they’ve turned that round’ Joe Cole on how England ended their penalty hoodoo

England’s luck from the spot changed with a win over Colombia in the 2018 World Cup

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Uruguay head coach Bielsa criticises hydration breaks ahead of Cape Verde clash

Uruguay's coach Marcelo Bielsa has voiced strong disapproval of the FIFA World Cup's new hydration breaks, asserting they fundamentally alter the game's nature and cultural essence. He believes these pauses detract from football's inherent characteristics. Bielsa also addressed striker Darwin Nunez's scoring drought, dismissing concerns about his motivation for the…

The Independent UK

TV presenter apologises after criticising Jeremy Doku’s plan to leave World Cup for birth of first child

Doku, who will miss Belgium’s match against Iran due to illness, plans to return home for the birth of his first child even if Belgium are still in the tournament

The Independent UK

Iran coach questions US officials’ inconsistency as training for World Cup clash with Belgium cut short

The US administration’s handling of the Iranian football team has repeatedly come under scrutiny

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Impossible to surpass Messi, says Lamine Yamal praising Argentine legend

Spain's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal has dismissed comparisons to Lionel Messi, declaring the Argentine legend the undisputed greatest. Despite his own high self-belief and potential, Yamal acknowledges a vast gap and emphasizes his ongoing development. He stated, "For me, Messi's the best and he keeps proving it." Yamal, who has…

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