Morning Mail: Calls for datacentre moratorium, NDIS changes to reduce autism support, Argentina beat England in World Cup thriller Prime minister’s rallying call for AI expansion is met by pushback The Guardian - AU · Jul 15
England hearts broken after Argentina’s dramatic late double books World Cup final spot Argentina came from behind with a late equaliser and Lautaro Martínez’s winner in added time to set up a World Cup final against Spain The Guardian - UK · Jul 15
Who is IShowSpeed? The viral internet personality performing at the 2026 World Cup closing ceremony Streamer will perform his song ‘World Cup (Champions)’ at the ceremony Sunday The Independent UK · Jul 15
Falkland Islands Governor's House Lights Up in England Colours Ahead of Argentina World Cup Showdown: Here's Why It Matters The Falkland Islands' Government House displayed England's colours before the World Cup semi-final against Argentina, highlighting the ongoing sovereignty dispute and the islands' British identity. International Business Times UK · Jul 15
Mark Chapman makes Gary Lineker joke live on-air during England v Argentina coverage IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 15
Zohran Mamdani’s latest World Cup watch party was with inmates on Rikers Island The jail has been hosting these watch parties since the tournament kicked off last month The Independent UK · Jul 15
2026 World Cup Final: All the celebrities appearing in the closing ceremony and halftime show Post Malone will headline the pre-game closing ceremony The Independent UK · Jul 15
Moment England fans go wild as Anthony Gordon puts Three Lions 1-0 up in semi-final The winger gave his team the lead in the 55th minute before England fell to a heartbreaking loss to Argentina Evening Standard · Jul 15
Was Harry Kane lucky to avoid a red card in World Cup semi-final? England vs Argentina controversy Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes attempted to get the England defender sent-off Evening Standard · Jul 15
Argentina’s Leandro Paredes branded ‘pathetic’ after reaction to Harry Kane incident Paredes was trying to enforce the rule that bans players from covering their mouths when confronting an opponent, despite Kane talking to the referee The Independent UK · Jul 15
Pundits react to Argentina ‘wind-up’ tactics against England: ‘Smack them back’ Argentina committed 12 fouls in the first half but only picked up one yellow card The Independent UK · Jul 15
Why Fifa introduced a new World Cup ball for the semi-finals and final Fifa has released a new ball for the last four matches of the World Cup, including England ’s semi-final against Argentina . The ball, called the Trionda Final, will be used for the semi-finals, third-placed play-off (bronze final) and the final, and replaces the Trionda Official match ball, which was… The Independent UK · Jul 15
NYC’s Rikers Island jail hosts World Cup watch party for inmates More than 100 inmates at the sprawling Rikers Island correctional facility gathered in a gymnasium at the complex’s main intake center to watch Wednesday’s semifinal match between England and Argentina The Independent UK · Jul 15
Evening Standard · Jul 15 Tense first half in England v Argentina World Cup semi-final leaves fans anxious With 19 fouls but no goals or shots on target, fans who had been optimistic before the game seemed more nervous at half-time.
The Independent UK · Jul 15 All the celebrities at England v Argentina World Cup semi-final from David Beckham to Mick Jagger Thousands of Three Lions fans have descended on Atlanta for the high-stakes clash against the defending champions
The Independent UK · Jul 15 Anthony Barry outlines England’s half-time plan to overcome Argentina The Three Lions’ assistant manager hopes his team can use their Premier League power to book a spot in the World Cup final
The Independent UK · Jul 15 England v Argentina sets unwanted World Cup record after ‘physical’ first half There was not a single shot on target after a bruising 45 minutes in Atlanta
The Independent UK · Jul 15 Who is Leandro Paredes? Argentina midfielder taking on England in World Cup semi-final IN FULL
The National (Scotland) · Jul 15 BBC host makes 'Gary who?' on-air joke during England World Cup coverage BBC presenter Chapman joked “Gary who?” after pundit Micah Richards made a comment about ex-host Gary Lineker
Sports Illustrated · Jul 15 Every Celebrity Spotted Watching England vs. Argentina—World Cup Semifinal There was a star-studded crowd at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
The Independent UK · Jul 15 How old is Lionel Messi? All you need to know about Argentina’s superstar IN FULL
FourFourTwo · Jul 15 'I think it's naughty' BBC pundit speaks out on ITV after England World Cup knockout match Thomas Tuchel and Jude Bellingham were seemingly at odds in their post-match interviews
The Guardian - UK · Jul 15 Kylian Mbappé feels sands of time shifting as France suffer fresh World Cup angst France’s captain has played with a sense of unfinished business but he will be 31 when the next World Cup begins
Sports Illustrated · Jul 15 German FA Heave Pressure on FIFA President Gianni Infantino With Election Snub FIFA has faced major backlash for an array of decisions at the 2026 World Cup.