The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

Maddox Jones praises unifying powers of music and football

Maddox Jones has praised the unifying powers of music and football ahead of England's World Cup semi-final.

BANG Premier · Jul 13

David Beckham defends Victoria after her unusual World Cup ‘celebration’ goes viral

Posh Spice had an unexpected reaction after Jude Bellingham’s winning goal propelled England to the semi final

The Independent UK · Jul 13

FIFA World Cup 2026: Slaven Bilic appointed Croatia's new Head Coach

Slaven Bilic has been appointed as the new head coach of the Croatia national team. He takes charge after Zlatko Dalic stepped down following the FIFA World Cup exit. Bilic returns to international management after a two-year hiatus from coaching. Dalic's nine-year tenure saw Croatia finish as World Cup runners-up…

The Economic Times · Jul 13

Mbappé, Dembélé, Olise dazzle up front but Maignan makes it possible

France's attacking trio - Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé and Michael Olise - have dominated the World Cup headlines, scoring plenty of goals and dazzling fans with skilful moves and fast breaks past opposing defences. Meanwhile, at the other end of the pitch, goalkeeper Mike Maignan has laid the foundation that's…

Radio France Internationale · Jul 13

Slaven Bilic back as Croatia boss almost 20 years on from famous Wembley win

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The Independent UK · Jul 13

Rio Ferdinand issues new World Cup winner prediction ahead of England vs Argentina semi-final

Former Three Lions captain is impressed by what he has seen from three of the four semi-finalists

Evening Standard · Jul 13

Spain, France, Argentina and England beware: Demons haunt the World Cup semi-finals

The World Cup spotlight causes single games to live longer in the memory than any other. The remaining teams at this tournament face defining moments

The Guardian - US · Jul 13

Heather Knight ‘happy and excited’ despite England career ending in Lord’s loss

Knight made 13 in her final international innings as India won the first women’s Test at Lord’s by 270 runs.

The Independent UK · Jul 13

World Cup goalkeeper joins Motherwell on season-long loan from EPL side

Goalkeeper Paulsen has joined Motherwell on a season-long loan from Premier League side Bournemouth.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 13

Slaven Bilic makes surprise return as Croatia manager after early World Cup exit

Slaven Bilic previously took charge of Croatia between 2006 and 2012

The Independent UK · Jul 13