Egypt star Mohamed Salah issues injury update as World Cup hangs in balance Egypt coach Hossam Hassan said Salah is dealing with a left knee injury The Independent UK · Jun 27
FIFA World Cup 2026: New Zealand disappointed but proud after exit New Zealand's World Cup campaign concluded with a 5-1 defeat to Belgium, leaving them at the bottom of Group G. Despite the loss, coach Darren Bazeley expressed pride in his squad's performance, highlighting the valuable experience gained. Striker Chris Wood noted the team's progression, acknowledging the need for players to… The Economic Times · Jun 27
‘I dreaded the World Cup but am now embracing it’: how the tournament won over (most) people in host cities Excitement was muted before the event, but the joy, noise and colour brought by visiting fans has captivated people in the US, Canada and Mexico The Guardian - UK · Jun 27
'Best version of England will come during the World Cup knockouts. Fans need to keep the faith' Clinton Morrison preaches patience after disappointing Three Lions' Ghana draw Clinton Morrison reflects on England's frustrating goalless draw with Ghana and assesses how Thomas Tuchel might change the team against Panama tonight FourFourTwo · Jun 27
Desperate India take on Australia in do-or-die Women's T20 World Cup clash India’s Women's T20 World Cup encounter against powerhouse Australia looms on Sunday, with a semifinal opportunity on the line. Confronted by their own struggles in the field and shaky middle-order play, captain Harmanpreet Kaur must rally her team. For India, a win is a must to keep their semifinal hopes… The Economic Times · Jun 27
England already guaranteed World Cup knockout rounds before Panama match IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 27
Marcelo Bielsa snaps at reporter as Uruguay’s dismal World Cup ends in ‘disgrace’ Agustin Canobbio was sent off in stoppage time for a wild lunge and raised his hand to the chest of referee Ismail Elfath The Independent UK · Jun 27
World Cup 2026 results: England learn next round opponents and Messi scores again England booked their place at the top of Group L with a 2-0 win in Panama. Tuchel’s side will play African side DR Congo in the last 32 of the World Cup. Scotland are looking for a new head coach after Steve Clarke stepped down from his post following their… The Independent UK · Jun 27
Are Scotland out of the World Cup? Losing heavily to Brazil left Scotland needing a ‘miracle’ to stay in World Cup 2026. As it stands, are they in or out? FourFourTwo · Jun 27
Do pros prefer Canon? EOS R1 sales rose more than 300% on MPB during the World Cup buildup Sales of Canon's flagship camera more than quadrupled during the build to the World Cup, while Sony A9 III sales rose by 63% Digital Camera World · Jun 27
Belgium through to World Cup knockout stage as Iran forced to wait Iran now face an anxious wait to see if they'll progress to the round of 32 after their final group game finished 1-1 against Egypt. Euronews · Jun 27
Stadium report shows Scottish clubs at risk of falling further behind European rivals A new report has shown Scotland's clubs risk falling further behind their European rivals unless they turn their stadiums into "365 day… The National (Scotland) · Jun 27
Belgium, Egypt into World Cup last 32 as Iran face anxious wait after stoppage-time drama Iran were deprived of a certain place in the World Cup knockout phase when a goal in stoppage time that would have given them a 2-1 win against Egypt was disallowed. The draw means the Pharaohs advance to the last 32 along with Belgium, who demolished New Zealand 5-1 to… France 24 · Jun 27
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 · Jun 27
FourFourTwo · Jun 27 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
The Guardian - AU · Jun 27 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
The Independent UK · Jun 27 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
Bangkok Post · Jun 27 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.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 27 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 Independent UK · Jun 27 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 Economic Times · Jun 27 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 · Jun 27 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 · Jun 27 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 · Jun 27 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 Guardian - UK · Jun 27 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