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Wednesday briefing: After two powerful earthquakes, what is the reality on the ground in Venezuela?

In today’s newsletter: A country already in crisis since the removal of its leader earlier this year by the US, now has to find a way to rebuild with little state presence in evidence

The Guardian - UK

World Cup 2026: France thrash Sweden as they reach round of 16

France secured a comfortable 3-0 victory over Sweden in the World Cup knockout stage. Les Bleus will face Paraguay in the round of 16 on July 4.

France 24

Clarke put bums back on seats, now get someone who can get them up off of them

After Steve Clarke put bums back on seats at Hampden, Graeme McGarry argues that the SFA must now get a manager who can get Scotland fans up off of…

The National (Scotland)

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Licence to thrill! England star Jude Bellingham eyes role as next James Bond as he looks to life after football

Bellingham opened up to TV host James Corden about his love for the 007 franchise and his desire to be in it.

FourFourTwo

1,200 digital athlete avatars and jitter-free field footage: How Lenovo is using AI to make the 2026 FIFA World Cup even better

What exactly does it mean to be the official tech partner of the 2026 FIFA World Cup? I spoke with Lenovo exec, Ryan McCurday to learn more.

Tom’s Guide

Thomas Tuchel reveals Dortmund lesson that is aiding England at World Cup

Three Lions boss is drawing on his extensive managerial experience ahead of facing DR Congo

Evening Standard

Mexico's Fast Start, Not Its Famous Defense, Sinks Ecuador at the Azteca

Mexico beat 10-man Ecuador 2-0 at the Azteca, ending a 40-year World Cup knockout drought behind two early goals and a red-card meltdown.

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Iran-US war latest: Trump dismisses fears of renewed combat as Qatar cites ‘positive progress’ in deadlocked talks

Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff were in Qatar to discuss the state of negotiations with mediators

The Independent UK

Mexico Player Ratings vs. Ecuador: El Tri Earns First Knockout Stage Win in 40 Years

Mexico’s 2–0 victory over Ecuador in the round of 32 sent the South Americans packing.

Sports Illustrated

Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 to reach World Cup last 16 and end knockout hoodoo

⁠MEXICO CITY: Mexico ⁠ended a 40-year wait for a World Cup knockout victory as first-half goals from Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez secured a 2-0 win over Ecuador on Tuesday, sending the co-hosts into the last 16 amid euphoric scenes at a rocking Azteca Stadium.

Bangkok Post

FIFA World Cup 2026: Mexico end 40-year World Cup knockout curse with commanding win over Ecuador

Mexico ended their 40-year World Cup knockout jinx with a dominant 2-0 victory over Ecuador at the iconic Azteca Stadium. Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez scored the crucial goals, propelling the co-hosts into the round of 16. This historic win, achieved in front of a passionate home crowd, marks a…

The Economic Times

Mexico end World Cup knockout drought with last-32 win over Ecuador in Azteca cauldron

Roared on by a partisan crowd in Mexico City, the tournament co-hosts saw off Ecuador 2-0 thanks to goals by Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez

The Guardian - AU

World Cup 2026: Mexico beat Ecuador to reach last 16 and end 40-year knockout drought

Mexico ended a 40-year wait for a World Cup knockout-stage victory on Tuesday, beating Ecuador 2-0 to reach the last 16. Goals from Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez secured El Tri's first win beyond the group stage since the 1986 tournament they hosted.

France 24

Who is Gilberto Mora? Mexico’s 17-year-old starlet shines in World Cup win against Ecuador

Mora is one of world football’s hottest prospects and was superb in Mexico’s last-32 victory

The Independent UK

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Latin Times

France Look Like Champions-in-Waiting, But Cracks in the Back Line Remain

France beat Sweden 3-0 in the Round of 32, with Kylian Mbappé scoring twice to move within one goal of Lionel Messi's all-time World Cup record. Michael Olise set up both of Mbappé's goals and Bradley Barcola's strike, as France advanced to face Paraguay in the Round of 16.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Haaland's late strike lifts Norway past Ivory Coast into WC Round of 16

Norway secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32, thanks to a late winner from Erling Haaland. Antonio Nusa opened the scoring for Norway, with Amad Diallo equalizing for Ivory Coast before Haaland's decisive 86th-minute strike. This historic win marks Norway's…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 top scorers: Who is leading the Golden Boot race?

Kylian Mbappé has surged to the top of the 2026 FIFA World Cup scoring charts, netting twice against Sweden to reach six goals, level with Lionel Messi. This brace also marked a significant milestone, bringing his World Cup tally to 18 goals in 18 matches. The French captain's stellar performance…

The Guardian - UK

‘There are holes in England’: DR Congo ready to produce World Cup shock

Former DRC defender Gabriel Zakuani is better placed than most to have a view on Wednesday’s game, and feels it won’t be as straightforward as some think

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Euronews

France sweep past Sweden, Mexico advance while Belgium prepare for Senegal test

Kylian Mbappé scored twice, and Bradley Barcola added a third as France beat Sweden 3–0, reaching the World Cup last 16 with Mexico, as El Tri defeated Ecuador 2-0. Belgium takes on Senegal on Wednesday night in a high-stakes knockout clash in Seattle.

FourFourTwo

Why was Mexico vs Ecuador World Cup fixture delayed?

Mexico and Ecuador faced each other in the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup

The Guardian - AU

Penalty shootouts: how Australia can avoid the cruellest World Cup fate

The Socceroos have never gone to spot kicks in a men’s World Cup but can turn to strategies as they prepare for the last-32 clash with Egypt

AAP

'Eat or be eaten': Salah holds no fear for Socceroo

The Socceroos won't have any fear of Egypt star Mohamed Salah and won't pay him too much respect in their World Cup round-of-32 clash.

Bangkok Post

Mbappe uncorks France as Sweden are swept aside in Champagne World Cup show

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ: France uncorked a Champagne performance on Tuesday to sweep Sweden aside 3-0 ‌with a display of attacking verve and precision and book their place in the World Cup last 16. The scoreline flattered Sweden. France’s flamboyant attack might have reached double figures were it not for the…

The Independent UK

Confident England fans shell out thousands on Mexico flights despite DR Congo test

Tickets for an England-Mexico tie were selling for around thousands of dollars

Evening Standard

England fans book Mexico flights despite needing to beat DR Congo to get there

The Three Lions play the African nation in Atlanta on Wednesday.

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