Donald Trump showers praise on England captain Harry Kane after electrifying win over Mexico ‘One of the greatest England matches I’ve ever seen,’ says Sir Keir Starmer Evening Standard · Jul 6
Donald Trump surprisingly praises England captain Harry Kane in Truth Social post The US president was clearly impressed by Kane’s performance in England’s dramatic 3-2 World Cup win over Mexico The Independent UK · Jul 6
Trump hails ‘great player’ Harry Kane after England’s dramatic World Cup win over Mexico England captain scored again as Three Lions produced extraordinary performance to beat Mexico on home soil The Independent UK · Jul 6
Brazil's World Cup exit leaves Kerala fans in tears Kerala's fervent football fans are heartbroken following Brazil's shocking FIFA World Cup exit. Giant cutouts of Neymar and other stars were dismantled as supporters expressed their grief online and in public. Neymar's announcement of his international retirement after the Round of 16 defeat amplified the emotional outpouring, marking the end… The Economic Times · Jul 6
'Women's cricket in golden era': ICC Chairman Jay Shah hails game's rise as Australia lift record 7th T20 World Cup Australia clinched a record seventh ICC Women's T20 World Cup title, defeating hosts England by seven wickets in a thrilling final at Lord's. Chasing 151, Beth Mooney's unbeaten 64 anchored a successful pursuit, marking the highest run-chase in a final. ICC Chairman Jay Shah hailed the tournament, stating women's cricket… The Economic Times · Jul 6
England star faces World Cup doubt after freak injury following Mexico clash IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 6
England rise to Azteca occasion and see off ghosts, time and Mexico This was the most extraordinary night of football as an experience of the mind, body, bones, guts and blood The Guardian - UK · Jul 6
Will Jarell Quansah’s World Cup red-card ban for England be suspended like Folarin Balogun’s? Quansah was sent off during England’s last-16 win over Mexico and is set to miss the quarter-final with Norway but could he try to follow the precedent Fifa set by suspending Balogun’s ban? The Independent UK · Jul 6
Cristiano Ronaldo won't play another World Cup Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that this year's World Cup will be his last. BANG Premier · Jul 6
Erling Haaland: Meet Norwegian footballer called the Striking Viking - Rapper, yoga enthusiast and football's deadliest forward who knocked Brazil out of the FIFA World Cup Norway's Erling Haaland delivered a stunning performance, scoring twice in the final minutes to secure a 2-1 victory over Brazil and advance to the World Cup quarter-finals. The Manchester City star's brace brings his tournament goal tally to seven, matching Messi and Mbappé. Fans are captivated by the "Viking's" incredible… The Economic Times · Jul 6
England: Thomas Tuchel ponders Jarell Quansah red card appeal: 'Maybe Harry Kane should ask Donald Trump' Three Lions head coach “wants consistency” after Florian Balogun red card ban was controversially suspended Evening Standard · Jul 6
Tuchel says World Cup referee ‘not good enough’ after Quansah red card IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 6
Thomas Tuchel salutes ‘heroic’ England players and says it feels like winning a final A drained and delighted Thomas Tuchel paid tribute to a ‘heroic performance’ from England after they set up a World Cup quarter-final against Norway The Guardian - UK · Jul 6
FIFA takes U-turn on red card suspension for Folarin Balogun after Donald Trump calls Gianni Infantino to review FIFA has controversially lifted Folarin Balogun's one-match suspension for a red card, allowing the US forward to play against Belgium. The decision, reportedly influenced by a call from US President Donald Trump, has drawn sharp criticism from Belgium's football authorities. This unprecedented move, placing Balogun on a one-year probation, marks… The Economic Times · Jul 6
FourFourTwo · Jul 6 'I know what he was going through in that dressing room, it's such a horrible feeling' - Wayne Rooney offers unique perspective on Jarell Quansah's England red card against Mexico The former England captain knows exactly what it's like to be dismissed in a crucial World Cup knockout game
Sports Illustrated · Jul 6 Why Folarin Balogun Playing for USMNT vs. Belgium Is Such a Big Deal U.S. men’s national team striker Folarin Balogun is now available to play in the World Cup round of 16 match against Belgium on Monday night. The shocking turn
Euronews · Jul 6 Infantino says he told Trump FIFA's disciplinary body was independent during call over Balogun Under FIFA rules, a straight red card automatically triggers a one-game ban, which cannot be appealed by the player's team.
FourFourTwo · Jul 6 HENRY WINTER: Jude Bellingham was immense in attack but England's Wonderwall stood firm at the back in World Cup classic FROM THE AZTECA: England were made to battle hard as they overcame the altitude, atmosphere and red cards against Mexico to make it to Miami
The Independent UK · Jul 6 Is USA vs Belgium on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup last-16 clash Everything you need to know ahead of the co-hosts’ last-16 clash
The Independent UK · Jul 6 Is Portugal vs Spain on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup last-16 clash Everything you need to know ahead of the World Cup last-16 clash
France 24 · Jul 6 World Cup: Erling Haaland leads the way as Norway knock out Brazil Norway beat Brazil 2–1 in the World Cup round of 16. Erling Haaland scored twice (79’, 90’) and is now level with Messi and Mbappé in the goalscoring charts (7).
The Guardian - UK · Jul 6 World Cup 2026: Trump admits lobbying Fifa over Balogun red; Mbappé hits out at Paraguayan senator – as it happened Donald Trump said ‘I’m on the one who got them to do it’ after Fifa clear Folarin Balogun to play for the USA against Belgium
The Independent UK · Jul 6 This Week in History: From Wimbledon glory to Bin Laden’s ultimatum Explore how major events between 6 and 12 July were captured on The Independent’s front pages
The Guardian - UK · Jul 6 Clear-headed Thomas Tuchel engineers 10-man England’s defensive masterclass Thomas Tuchel barely put a foot wrong against Mexico and came into his own when England lost Jarell Quansah to a red card
TechRadar · Jul 6 How to watch Mexico vs England replay – it's spoiler-free Here's how to watch Mexico vs England replays and highlights for free online – without any spoilers after the most controversial game of the FIFA World Cup 2026 so far.