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West End performers 'feel unwell' sweltering in 36C heat as theatres urged to push back shows

At least three theatres are reporting highs of 30C inside as the union encourages World Cup-inspired hydration breaks

Evening Standard

Scotland is a victim of a hidden unfair advantage that has destroyed the integrity of the World Cup group stage

Expanding the World Cup to 48 teams led to a competitive compromise at the most basic level – Scotland, South Korea and Senegal prove it

FourFourTwo

Socceroos to meet Mo Salah’s Egypt in World Cup last 32 with star player under injury cloud

Australia to face the Pharaohs for first time at global tournament while Salah was substituted before wild finish to Group G and side’s draw with Iran

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Iran’s knockout status hangs by a thread after most dramatic – and agonising – World Cup moment so far

Egypt 1-1 Iran: Iran defender Shojae Khalilzadeh’s stoppage-time winner was disallowed by VAR, denying the war-torn nation a guaranteed spot in the knockout stages. Egypt are through; Iran must now wait

The Independent UK

Belgium rout New Zealand to advance at World Cup

VANCOUVER - Leandro ⁠Trossard scored twice as Belgium thrashed New Zealand 5-1 at the World Cup on Friday to seal top spot in Group G and a place in ‌the round of 32, while the Kiwis bowed out of the tournament.

Bangkok Post

Prosecutors in England and Wales expect rise in domestic abuse during World Cup

CPS urges victims to go to police, saying they will be taken seriously and it ‘won’t hesitate’ to bring abusers to justice

The Guardian - UK

Is England vs Panama on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup clash

Everything you need to know ahead of England’s group-stage finale after qualification for the knockout stages was confirmed

The Independent UK

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Senegal routs 10-man Iraq 5-0 to keep knockout hopes alive

Senegal thrashed 10-man Iraq 5-0 in a crucial World Cup qualifier, significantly boosting their hopes of advancing. Pape Gueye netted twice after Habib Diarra opened the scoring early. Despite an early red card for Iraq's Rebin Sulaka, Senegal capitalized, with Ismaila Sarr and Iliman Ndiaye also finding the net. Now…

The Economic Times

Winning FIFA World Cup group takes a backseat to getting ready for the knockout stage for some teams

FFIA World Cup 2026: Coaches at the football tournament are shifting strategies, prioritizing player rest and injury prevention over group stage dominance. Norway, without star Haaland, lost to France but focused on a longer tournament run. Portugal's Martinez aims for wins, while Colombia's Lorenzo considers opponent matchups. Spain's de la…

The Economic Times

Spain vs Uruguay: Who is Alex Baena? Midfielder's goal sends Spain into World Cup knockout stage

Spain defeated Uruguay 1-0 to finish top of Group H and qualify for the FIFA World Cup knockout stage, with Alex Baena scoring the decisive goal. The 24-year-old Atletico Madrid winger netted his first World Cup goal, continuing his rise after spells with Villarreal and Girona. The defeat knocked Uruguay…

The Economic Times

Lionel Messi won't start Argentina's group finale, but World Cup scoring record holder could sub in

Argentina's football icon Lionel Messi will start on the bench for their final group match against Jordan, coach Lionel Scaloni confirmed. Messi, who has been instrumental with five goals in the tournament so far, is expected to feature later in the game. This strategic move allows for rest ahead of…

The Economic Times

Bielsa exits World Cup with admission: ’I haven’t left anything to Uruguayan football’

Marcelo Bielsa said that he had left nothing to Uruguayan football after overseeing their elimination from the World Cup with defeat by Spain

The Guardian - UK

There's a beef about beef at the World Cup, as Argentina fans pour into Texas

Drop thousands of Argentina fans into Texas for the World Cup and the debate is inevitable

The Independent UK

It’s north v south in rugby’s big global gamble as Nations Championship begins

For better or worse, the inaugural edition of the inter-hemisphere tournament launches with even more long-haul flights in a drive to attract greater interest

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‘You’re history itself!’: how Arab World Cup commentators fuel fans’ passions

Arabic’s rich history of poetry lends itself well to ‘beautiful commentary that … sounds like a love letter to football’

Sports Illustrated

Jordan vs. Argentina—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

The Lionel Messi-inspired holders have already won Group J.

The Guardian - UK

‘Nothing is impossible’: Cape Verde relishing World Cup date with Argentina

The Cape Verde head coach, Bubista, said his team have ‘shown that nothing is impossible’ after his side secured a historic tie with Argentina in the last 32

The Guardian - UK

Bielsa takes the blame as Uruguay depart in a storm of spite and ill-discipline

The head coach is an easy scapegoat but, while his legacy is secure, this has been a dire tournament for him and his side

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Bangkok Post

World Cup fairytale continues for Cape Verde

HOUSTON - World Cup debutants Cape Verde will face reigning champions Argentina in the knockout rounds after drawing 0-0 with Saudi Arabia on Friday to extend their fairytale journey.

Sports Illustrated

Algeria vs. Austria—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

There’s scope for collusion when Algeria and Austria meet in Kansas City.

Sports Illustrated

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

Only one of DR Congo or Uzbekistan can reach the knockout phase.

The Independent UK

Spain and Cape Verde reach knockouts as Scotland handed World Cup lifeline

Uruguay finished third in Group H and were dumped out of the tournament alongside Saudi Arabia

Sports Illustrated

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

Portugal‘s closing Group K fixture could be one of the tournament’s most exciting matches to date.

Sports Illustrated

Will Mauricio Pochettino Stay With USMNT Beyond 2026 World Cup?

U.S. Soccer wants the world-class Argentine manager to stay beyond the 2026 World Cup.

FourFourTwo

Who are the BBC pundits, commentators and presenters for New Zealand v Belgium?

New Zealand and Belgium's World Cup group finale has plenty on the line

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