‘Drenched by beer’: England fans go wild for the World Cup pint-toss celebration Outdoor fan parks allow football lovers to enjoy the messy euphoria – so long as they ditch the denim The Guardian - UK · Jul 11
'Arsenal wonderkid can be England's answer to Lamine Yamal' Freddy Adu makes huge Gunners teen claim Freddy Adu has given his thoughts on how Max Dowman can be for England what Lamine Yamal is to Spain FourFourTwo · Jul 11
‘In this World Cup, everything needs to work. If the big man upstairs says it’s England’s time, then it’s England’s time’ Joe Cole on reflects on his 2010 Three Lions experience The former England playmaker believes luck and fate are needed for the Three Lions to end 60 years of hurt FourFourTwo · Jul 11
What time is Argentina vs Switzerland? TV channel and live stream for World Cup quarter-final First meeting between two nations in 12 years to decide last semi-finalist Evening Standard · Jul 11
Why Haaland is a very 'English' name: Viking roots, England connection and the surprising story behind his surname As England prepare to face Norway in a blockbuster FIFA World Cup quarter-final on Sunday (July 12), all eyes will be on Erling Haaland, the prolific striker who was born in England, raised in Norway and now leads the Scandinavian side's historic charge. Beyond the goals and Viking celebrations, however,… The Times of India · Jul 11
‘The final before the final’: Spain must improve to beat France – but two things are in their favour The late Mikel Merino show saved Spain’s blushes – again – in Belgium quarter-final yet Luis de la Fuente’s team will need to step up the performance level against World Cup favourites France The Independent UK · Jul 11
What is Norway’s 'Viking Row'? World Cup celebration explained before England clash Norway’s World Cup celebration has become a viral sensation - but what does it mean and where did it all start? Evening Standard · Jul 11
How come Norway are good at football all of a sudden? The Vikings' record appearance maker pinpoints the key reasons behind his country’s rise The former Liverpool hero explains why Norway have become an overnight force on the international stage FourFourTwo · Jul 11
World Cup 2026: How Haaland’s Norway reached football heights Playing at their first World Cup since 1998, Norway have stormed into the last eight and will face England on Saturday for a place in the semi-finals. Led by "The Cyborg" Erling Haaland, powered by a golden generation and backed by years of structural reform, the Vikings' spectacular rise has… France 24 · Jul 11
Harry Kane shares what shocked him while playing golf with Donald Trump Kane said the round took place 18 months ago in Florida and is envious of Trump’s golf game at the age of 80. The Independent UK · Jul 11
World Cup 2022: Spain edge Belgium, set up semi-final showdown with France Spain booked their place in the World Cup semi-finals on Friday with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Belgium, sealed by a late winner from Mikel Merino. La Roja will now face France on Tuesday for a place in the final. France 24 · Jul 11
FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Streaming: Messi, Haaland and Kane in action as Argentina, Switzerland, England and Norway aim for last two semis spots; check kick-off time, venue and how to watch in US and Canada England faces Norway in a crucial quarter-final match. Argentina and Switzerland also compete for a semi-final spot. Harry Kane and Erling Haaland are key players in their respective teams. Defending champions Argentina aim for a second consecutive World Cup title. Switzerland seeks to advance further than their previous tournament appearances. The Economic Times · Jul 11
African results justify World Cup slots increase amid criticism When four-time World Cup winners Italy failed to qualify for the 2026 tournament, then head coach Gennaro Gattuso lamented that Africa had so many places at the global showcase. Radio France Internationale · Jul 11
FIFA World Cup Viral Theory: Has the strange 'Japan' factor already guessed 2026 champion? FIFA World Cup 2026: A viral FIFA World Cup fan theory is gaining attention after Brazil's defeat to Norway in the 2026 tournament. The quirky pattern claims that whenever Japan reach the knockout stage, the team that eliminates them is later knocked out by the eventual champions. The trend has… The Economic Times · Jul 11
The Guardian - UK · Jul 11 World Cup 2026: Norway v England buildup; Kane’s round of golf with Trump – as it happened As England prepared for their World Cup quarter-final against Norway, all the talk was about a round of golf 18 months before
The Guardian - UK · Jul 11 ‘What’s the point of working if you can’t do stuff like this?’ England fans descend on Miami England and Norway fans have flocked to Miami in their tens of thousands to enjoy the football and sunshine
The Guardian - UK · Jul 11 The ad machine: how David Beckham conquered America The former England midfielder is everywhere at this World Cup, having reached a popularity in the US other Britons have rarely achieved
The Guardian - UK · Jul 11 World Cup quarter-final expected to generate £500m sales boost for UK economy As England prepare to take on Norway on Saturday, sales of pints, takeaways and new TVs continue to surge
The Guardian - UK · Jul 11 The World Cup has upended the old world order – and despite Trump and Infantino, it still inspires Even White House interference and Fifa’s greed cannot spoil the celebrations. At last, an arena in which multiculturalism triumphs and underdogs score, says Simon Tisdall, a Guardian foreign affairs commentator
FourFourTwo · Jul 11 "He’s definitely caught my eye. Does he get my seal of approval? Absolutely" Paul Gascoigne reveals which England World Cup star has impressed him Paul Gascoigne explains why he thinks one England star has been able to show his quality in North America
Euronews · Jul 11 Spain fans celebrate World Cup semi-final place after Belgium win Spain celebrated a dramatic 2-1 victory over Belgium on 10 July as fans filled Madrid to cheer La Roja into the FIFA World Cup semi-finals.
Bangkok Post · Jul 11 England battle Norway, Argentina face Swiss in World Cup last eight LOS ANGELES - England lock horns with Norway in a World Cup quarter-final in Miami on Friday that pits Harry Kane against Erling Haaland in a mouthwatering battle of elite sharpshooters.
The Independent UK · Jul 11 Voices: Poll: Should there be a bank holiday if England win the World Cup? POLL OF THE DAY: Should England winning the World Cup earn the country a bank holiday — or is it an unnecessary cost, as Kemi Badenoch suggests?
The Independent UK · Jul 11 England’s tortured relationship with quarter-finals is over – but beating Norway would break new ground England shattered their old glass ceiling with successive deep runs under Gareth Southgate, writes Richard Jolly, and are back at this telling stage with Thomas Tuchel at the 2026 World Cup
Evening Standard · Jul 11 Surge in search for domestic abuse resources during World Cup Charity leaders agree that major football tournaments don't create abusers, but they can heighten danger that’s already present