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Nat Sciver-Brunt says retiring out as England beat Ireland ‘just precautionary’

England had slipped to 35 for three in their T20 World Cup clash before Sciver-Brunt guided them towards a target of 119.

The Independent UK

Portugal hope Cristiano Ronaldo’s milestone World Cup is no millstone

His team and opponents laud him, but the game on Wednesday with the DRC is a test of his powers at a sixth World Cup

The Guardian - UK

FIFA 2026: Kylian Mbappe sparks France with two goals in 3-1 win over Senegal at World Cup

Kylian Mbappe scored twice, surpassing Pele's World Cup goal tally with 14, as France defeated Senegal 3-1 in their opener. After a quiet first half, Mbappe's brace and a late goal from Bradley Barcola secured the win. Ibrahim Mbaye scored Senegal's lone goal in stoppage time.

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Haaland scores twice as Norway beat Iraq 4-1 on World Cup return

FOXBOROUGH, Mass.: Norway's prolific striker Erling Haaland wasted no time ‌in opening his World Cup account as he found the net twice in a 4-1 defeat of Iraq in Group I on Tuesday ⁠that sent a warning to defenders in the rest of the tournament.

Bangkok Post

Argentina is defending its World Cup title, and its fans are more obsessed than ever

Some Argentina fans shelled out tens of thousands of dollars to follow the World Cup defending champions around the U.S. One group made a 20-hour drive to Tuesday’s opening match in Kansas City against Algeria, living on sandwiches, to save money

The Independent UK

Lionel Messi becomes 2nd player to score in 5 World Cups, striking early for Argentina vs. Algeria

Lionel Messi became the second player to score in five World Cups, giving defending champion Argentina an early 1-0 lead over Algeria

The Independent UK

World Cup hydration breaks are thwarting attacking play in North America - and here's the proof

FIFA’s three-minute hydration breaks are changing the game at the World Cup

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Lionel Messi creates FIFA World Cup history and adds another record to football's greatest story

Lionel Messi FIFA World Cup History: Lionel Messi became the first man to play in six World Cup tournaments when he started for Argentina in their opening match against Algeria in Kansas City on Tuesday. Messi made his World Cup debut as a teenager at the 2006 tournament in Germany…

The Economic Times

How to watch Austria vs Jordan: Free Streams & TV Channels for FIFA World Cup 2026

Here's how to watch Austria vs Jordan for free online and from anywhere as two teams in contrasting form meet in a crucial World Cup 2026 Group J clash.

TechRadar

The threats Australia must neutralise in crunch World Cup clash with USA

From Christian Pulisic and Antonee Robinson to Sergiño Dest and Folarin Balogun, the Socceroos will have their hands full in the Group D clash

The Guardian - AU

SPO:Hot Norwegians enjoy Boston party against Arnie's Iraq

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has netted a double to ensure Norway didn't suffer an opening shock at the World Cup against Iraq.

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Hot Norwegians enjoy Boston party against Arnie's Iraq

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has netted a double to ensure Norway didn't suffer an opening shock at the World Cup against Iraq.

AAP

France looked a disjointed mess in their World Cup opener. Then came Mbappé

The tournament favorites were far from their best in their first half against a strong Senegal side. Their star forward made sure things finished fine

The Guardian - US

Uzbekistan vs. Colombia—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

The darlings of the 2014 World Cup faces one of four debutants in its 2026 opener.

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Ghana vs. Panama—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Ghana has prepared rather chaotically for this summer’s tournament, with its campaign starting on Wednesday.

FourFourTwo

Who is the referee for Austria vs Jordan?

It's the World Cup's most hotly anticipated game so far - let's hope the man in the middle is up to the task

France 24

France midfielder Rabiot joins Vinicius in criticising World Cup final pitch

France midfielder Adrien Rabiot said the pitch "felt more like an artificial surface" after Les Bleus opened their World Cup campaign with a 3-1 victory over Senegal on Tuesday at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, which will host the final game of the tournament on July 19.

Sports Illustrated

How Erling Haaland Fared in World Cup Debut for Norway

One the most prolific strikers on earth made his maiden World Cup appearance.

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The Independent UK

UK pubs see bookings soar ahead of England World Cup opener

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NHS urges England fans not to delay care during World Cup matches

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How to watch Argentina vs Algeria: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time as Lionel Messi & Co start FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, team news

Lionel Messi makes history as he starts for Argentina against Algeria at the World Cup 2026. Here's how to watch the Group J clash for free online and from anywhere.

The Guardian - UK

Tuchel says World Cup will ‘bring out the best’ in England against old foes Croatia

Thomas Tuchel has said the occasion and tension will bring the best out of England when they open their World Cup campaign against Croatia

The Guardian - AU

Harry Kane’s American dream begins: ‘I’m coming into this in the best way possible’

The striker will lead England against Croatia at the home of the Dallas Cowboys, seeking to right the wrongs of Qatar 2022

The Independent UK

How England plot to avenge years of heartbreak by Croatia in critical World Cup opener

England manager Thomas Tuchel said his squad needed no more ‘emotional fuel’ ahead of what is expected to be a serious test for the World Cup hopefuls

Sports Illustrated

England vs. Croatia—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

A repeat of the 2018 World Cup semifinal kicks off Group L.

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