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Australia eye seventh women's T20 World Cup crown as England seek home glory

Australia and England are set to clash in a highly anticipated Women's T20 World Cup final at Lord's. Six-time champions Australia, aiming for a record seventh title, face an unbeaten England side looking to replicate their 2009 home victory. Both teams have showcased impressive form, with Australia's depth and England's…

The Economic Times

Harry Kane is no William Shakespeare - this World Cup will end in an English tragedy

Harry Kane was compared to William Shakespeare this week - but the World Cup is destined to end in a tragedy for this imperfect England side.

The National (Scotland)

Brazil Predicted Lineup vs. Norway: World Cup Round of 16

Brazil has been dealt a massive injury blow ahead of an all-or-nothing encounter.

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France brace for extreme heat ahead of World Cup last-16 clash with Paraguay

France are bracing for furnace-like temperatures when they face Paraguay in Philadelphia in the World Cup's last 16 on Saturday, as co-hosts Canada prepare for a difficult game against Morocco in Houston.

Radio France Internationale

Who are Paraguay's players? Incoming Chelsea signing among young stars at World Cup

The South Americans take on France tonight after seeing off Germany

Evening Standard

‘I was at Mexico ‘86 – you could sense the history’: Meet the photographer who took most-liked Instagram photo ever

WORLD CUP 2026: Getty photographer Shaun Botterill attended his first World Cup at the age of 18. Forty years on, he tells Kieran Jackson about how the craft has changed, having coffee and cake with the 2014 Italy squad – and that record-breaking Lionel Messi image in Qatar

The Independent UK

'An unknown number called, asking to meet at the hotel opposite my home. I thought, “How does he know where I live? How did he get my number?”’ Guus Hiddink recalls how he landed the South Korea job

The Dutchman led South Korea to the World Cup semi-finals in 2002

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England get hostile welcome on arrival at Mexico City hotel for World Cup showdown

Hundreds of fans, many of them booing, greeted the England team on their arrival for the last-16 tie against the co-hosts Mexico

The Guardian - UK

Some Americans are reluctant to cheer for the US at the World Cup. They shouldn’t be

There are plenty of reasons for Americans to feel discomfort about the behavior of their country. But sports have a way of bringing joy and unity

The Guardian - US

World Cup 2026 power rankings: undisputed No 1, co-hosts surge and giants fall

We assess the standing of the nations who played in the tournament’s last 32 before the next round of games begins

The Guardian - US

What Mexico fans feel about the World Cup – and England

Ahead of their crunch last-16 match, we spoke to Mexicans and people living in the country about their experience and expectations of their tournament

The Guardian - UK

The World Cup is just now discovering Middle America's big heart. These Irish bingo kingpins built a $24 million business knowing it all along

Craig Reynolds and Will Meara launched Bingo Loco in a Dublin basement in 2017. Nine years later, Locomotive sells a million tickets a year in 300 cities.

Fortune

‘I went into Brazil’s dressing room before the 1998 World Cup final to check Ronaldo was OK after his convulsions– I told him, “Don’t leave me out there playing alone”’ Youri Djorkaeff recalls the troubled build-up to the France vs Brazil final

Brazilian great Ronaldo fell ill during the run up to the 1998 World Cup final against France

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Cape Verde fans stand proud despite Argentina defeat

Cape Verde supporters expressed pride in their team's historic World Cup campaign despite a 3-2 extra-time defeat to defending champions Argentina.

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The Independent UK

England enter the Azteca cathedral – football’s greatest stadium

ENGLAND V MEXICO: From Pele to Diego Maradona, the footballing Mecca has witnessed some of the sport’s most iconic moments, writes Miguel Delaney, and England must embrace the history when they face Mexico

Evening Standard

England players arrive in Mexico to boos and jeers after team hotel location leaked

Armed police also made up the welcome party ahead of World Cup last-16 clash

France 24

England face Mexico in Azteca fortress, returning to scene of Maradona handball

Thomas Tuchel’s stuttering England are an ideal target for co-hosts Mexico as they seek a prestigious World Cup win in their final game at the near-impregnable Azteca stadium, the scene of the infamous Maradona handball that still haunts the Three Lions decades later.

Evening Standard

Who would England play next at World Cup if they beat Mexico tonight?

Three Lions would face massive quarter-final contest if they prevail at the Estadio Azteca in last 16

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The Economic Times

'We can beat any team if we stick to our game plan,' says India hockey coach Craig Fulton

India's men's hockey coach Craig Fulton believes the team can triumph globally if they adhere to their strategy. Impressive victories against Germany and the Netherlands, alongside a close contest with England, highlight this potential. Despite an overall eighth-place finish in the Pro League, the team's growing confidence and maturity are…

TechRadar

American soccer fans turn to VPNs to dodge the World Cup's hydration break ads

Americans hate hydration break ads and are massively turning to VPNs to avoid them, says Planet VPN.

The Independent UK

The reality behind Mexico’s Azteca record – how worried should England really be?

Much has been made of the co-hosts’ home record, but is it as fearsome as it seems?

Bangkok Post

France face Philly furnace as World Cup last 16 begins

LOS ANGELES - France are bracing for furnace-like temperatures when they face Paraguay in Philadelphia in the World Cup’s last 16 on Saturday as co-hosts Canada prepare for a daunting date with African giants Morocco in Houston.

Sports Illustrated

The Best Performance of the 2026 World Cup Round of 32

There were several terrific matches in the round of 32, but one exceptional comeback shone brightest.

The Independent UK

Colombia squeeze into World Cup last-16 with slender win over Ghana

Colombia 1-0 Ghana: Jhon Arias scored the only goal of a close contest as the South American side progressed

The Independent UK

Ireland vs Australia LIVE: Result and reaction as Wallabies denied in Nations Championship thriller

Australia 31-33 Ireland: Ben Donaldson missed with the final kick as Ireland held firm in Sydney – just!

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