Grosvenor welcome offer: £30 in free bets & double odds token for the World Cup The Grosvenor sport welcome offer has been improved for the World Cup and now includes £30 in free bets Evening Standard · Jul 9
World Cup 2026: France and Morocco prepare for quarter-final clash For the second World Cup in a row, France and Morocco meet again in the knockout stage. Both teams are preparing for another intense battle, with several players on either side having shared the dressing room at Paris Saint-Germain. Didier Deschamps has handed Desiré Doué the task of taking on… France 24 · Jul 9
FIFA World Cup 2026: France appeals for calm before Morocco showdown France has urged football fans to act responsibly during the upcoming World Cup match. Security forces will be on alert for potential unrest after previous incidents. The government stated that no misconduct would be tolerated during the game. Authorities previously arrested over 280 people in Paris following a Champions League… The Economic Times · Jul 9
Bring on the World Cup fireworks as quarter-finals kick off In today’s Football Daily: A lip-smacking last eight lineup to tuck into The Guardian - UK · Jul 9
US in talks with Fifa over capitalising on World Cup success with 2029 Club World Cup The United States has expressed interest in hosting the 2029 Club World Cup as it seeks to capitalise on the commercial and sporting success of staging the World Cup The Guardian - UK · Jul 9
Paraguayan Senator Faces Probe For 'Racist' Remark Saying Kylian Mbappé Was 'Desperately Trying' To Be French France has opened an investigation into racist comments made by Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla against Kylian Mbappé, following Paraguay's World Cup defeat. International Business Times UK · Jul 9
England's brotherhood bond is driving World Cup dream The Azteca has been conquered, now it’s time to take on the Vikings in huge quarter-final clash Evening Standard · Jul 9
France vs Morocco prediction: Can Kylian Mbappe inspire Les Bleus to third consecutive World Cup semi-final? France vs Morocco sees either side on the verge of making further history; can Kylian Mbappe inspire his nation to victory? FourFourTwo · Jul 9
Will England get a Bank Holiday if we win the World Cup? Here’s when it could be as Argentina semi-final looms The Friday after the World Cup final has been earmarked to potentially celebrate an England victory, it is understood The Independent UK · Jul 9
France v Morocco LIVE: Mbappe inspires World Cup favourites into semi-finals France 2-0 Morocco: Mbappe saw a first-half penalty saved but scored after the break and Ousmane Dembele added a second to book a last-four clash with either Spain or Belgium The Independent UK · Jul 9
FIFA Referee Chief Issues Strong Response to Accusations of Bias Towards Lionel Messi’s Argentina Argentina benefited from some significant refereeing decisions during its round-of-16 victory over Egypt. Sports Illustrated · Jul 9
Favourites France head into Morocco rematch banking on Mbappé magic France storm into Thursday's World Cup quarter-final against Morocco as the tournament's hot favourites. Radio France Internationale · Jul 9
Spain XI vs Belgium: PEDRI OUT - Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup 2026 today European champions could get major fitness boost for huge quarter-final contest Evening Standard · Jul 9
France v Morocco referee: Who is under-fire Argentine official Facundo Tello at World Cup 2026? Tello will take charge of France’s clash with Morocco as part of an all-Argentine officiating crew The Independent UK · Jul 9
The Guardian - UK · Jul 9 ‘Is he a nice guy? No. He’s a good guy’: how Harry Kane became an England great Figures who worked with striker during his formative years recall his self-belief – even when his talent did not stand out
The Guardian - UK · Jul 9 Egypt’s World Cup adventure gave the country its first collective joy in 15 years In a nation where more than 70% of people rely on food subsidies the team’s history-making campaign brought welcome celebration
Dot Esports · Jul 9 Esports World Cup claims 100,000 tickets sold in Paris debut, but questions remain The Esports World Cup Foundation says its Paris debut has already shifted 100,000 tickets — but the numbers deserve scrutiny.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 9 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal & Semifinal Locations: Stadiums, Schedule and Kickoff Times The 2026 World Cup is now down to the final eight teams.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 9 England have redemption on mind for historic first women’s Test at Lord’s Five days after T20 World Cup final misery tickets are selling fast for India clash in a rare fixture at the home of cricket
AAP · Jul 9 Aokuso shows grit in Opals' comeback win over China The Opals fought back from 18 points down to pip China in a thriller, completing a sweep of their series ahead of the FIBA Women's World Cup.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 9 Supercomputer Predicts 2026 World Cup Winner Ahead of Quarterfinals Just eight teams remain in pursuit of World Cup glory.
The Conversation · Jul 9 Personal goals motivated footballer Anthony Gordon to learn Spanish – a recipe for success Anthony Gordon – one of the stars of England’s football team at the 2026 World Cup – surprised many when he was presented as a new Barcelona player at the end of the 2025-26 domestic football season: he answered a question at the press conference in confident Spanish. Gordon explained…
International Business Times UK · Jul 9 IShowSpeed World Cup Racism: Argentina Fan Denies Vile Abuse as FIFA Launches Major Investigation FIFA is investigating alleged racist abuse against streamer IShowSpeed during two World Cup matches involving Argentina, sparking widespread online condemnation and calls for action.
The Guardian - US · Jul 9 The US delivered their best modern World Cup performance – and also let themselves down Mauricio Pochettino’s team delivered several thrilling performances on home soil. The way it ended was somewhat less exhilarating
The Independent UK · Jul 9 Dan Burn ‘more than ready’ to battle Erling Haaland during England v Norway clash The Newcastle United defender played a key role off the bench as the Three Lions beat Mexico 3-2