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Mexico secures ticket to knockout stages as Canada breeze past Qatar with ruthless 6-0 win

Mexico became the first team to secure a knockout rounds ticket after beating South Korea 1-0 to top Group A with six points on matchday two of the group stages.

Euronews

Socceroos have rare chance to prove credentials – and secure early passage to knockout phase

Australia can claim a slice of their own history with a World Cup victory against the United States under the glare of a global audience

The Guardian - AU

Canada’s Historic World Cup Breakthrough Marred by Injury to Star Midfielder

Canada secured a first-ever victory at the men’s World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

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World Cup 2026 highlights and moments missed overnight as Canada squad shaken by horror injury

Fans Stateside were treated to more standout matches, but what did UK watchers miss out on?

Evening Standard

Fans are fuming after FIFA World Cup tickets they bought through resale sites fall through

World Cup fans face major ticket troubles. Many are missing games after buying from resale sites like StubHub. Tickets are not transferring to FIFA's app. Some sellers may not have had tickets. FIFA blames resale platforms, while StubHub points to FIFA's technology. Fans are left disappointed and out of pocket.

The Economic Times

Two red cards, broken leg and tears as Canada thrashes Qatar 6-0 in FIFA World Cup

Qatar faced its worst World Cup night with a 6-0 loss to Canada. The team played with nine men after two red cards. A serious injury to Canadian player Ismael Kone cast a shadow over the game. Despite the heavy defeat, Qatar can still advance. They play Bosnia-Herzegovina next.

The Economic Times

World Cup 2026 results: Mexico advances to knockouts after win over South Korea

South Africa drew 1-1 with the Czech Republic in Group A, with Teboho Mokoena scoring a late penalty to secure the equaliser. Switzerland defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1 in Group B, with substitute Johan Manzambi scoring twice and captain Granit Xhaka converting a penalty. Canada achieved their first-ever World Cup…

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"It has never ceased to amaze me how much use that one tune gets." The story of Sirius, the dramatic prog anthem played at every World Cup game

The Alan Parsons Project's instrumental Sirius is one of the most famous pieces of music in sport – but its writers don't get the recognition they deserve

Louder

Iran to lodge complaint with Fifa over ‘restrictions imposed’ on team at World Cup

Iran will ‘formally express its dissatisfaction’ after being told they will only be permitted to arrive in Los Angeles 24 hours before the crucial Belgium game

The Guardian - AU

TV tonight: Funboys is back in town, with Steve Coogan in tow

The Northern Irish sitcom returns for a second season, and the lads go into a tailspin after learning about the famine. Plus: more World Cup action, with Scotland v Morocco

The Guardian - UK

Awer Mabil moved to Australia aged 10 as a refugee. He is now set to face USMNT at the World Cup

The winger was born in Kenya to South Sudanese parents who had escaped civil war. He moved to Australia aged 10

The Independent UK

Mexico advances to World Cup last 32 to set up final scramble for glory

Co-hosts Mexico beat South Korea 1-0 on Thursday night to claim Group A at the 2026 World Cup – and set up a final round of games that could see South Africa, South Korea and the Czech Republic join them in the knockout stages.

Radio France Internationale

Mexico edge South Korea to win Group A, secure home last-32 tie

GUADALAJARA, Mexico - Mexico booked ⁠their place in the ⁠World Cup knockout stage as Group A winners and secured home advantage for the Round of 32 after Luis Romo's second-half strike earned the tournament co-hosts a 1-0 win over South Korea on Thursday.

Bangkok Post

Fans are fuming after World Cup tickets they bought through resale sites fall through

The World Cup has been delivering thrills on the pitch, but fans have flooded social media with complaints about tickets that never arrived, orders canceled at the last minute and hours spent trying to sort out problems between FIFA's ticketing system and outside resale platforms

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The Conversation

World Cup: what’s just the right height for a soccer player?

It’s a Darwinian jungle out there in sportsland. Players with the right stuff are selected, and those without it end up on the sidelines. If you haven’t got what it takes, they won’t take what you’ve got.

Sports Illustrated

Mexico’s 2026 World Cup Knockout Stage Path After Winning Group A

El Tri completed its first 2026 World Cup objective and will host its round of 32 game at the Estadio Azteca.

FourFourTwo

World Cup day eight highlights: Mexico become first team to qualify for last 32 as injury to Ismael Kone overshadows Canada's thrashing of Qatar

Mexico beat South Korea to book their place in the last 32 of the World Cup

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney sends message to Scotland team ahead of Morocco game

SCOTLAND has the “verve, energy and ability” to beat Morocco as it heads into its second World Cup match, the country’s First Minister has…

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Mexico Player Ratings vs. South Korea: El Tri Clinches Top Spot in World Cup Group A

Mexico is the first nation to win its group in the 2026 World Cup.

Latin Times

Defense and Patience: How Mexico Beat South Korea Without Dominating

Luis Romo's goal off a keeper error beats South Korea 1-0, sending Mexico top of Group A and first into the World Cup 2026 knockouts.

AAP

SOC:Socceroos ready to go up a gear in high-stakes US clash

Coach Tony Popovic says the Socceroos will need to be even better than they were against Turkey in their high-stakes World Cup clash with the United States.

FourFourTwo

Former Leeds United manager Jesse Marsch in World Cup touchline bust-up

Ex-Leeds United boss Jesse Marsch was involved in a pitchside altercation with Qatar's Julen Lopetegui

AAP

SPO:Mexico become first team to reach knockout stage

Co-hosts Mexico are the first team through to the World Cup knockout stage after a hard-fought 1-0 win against South Korea.

AAP

Mexico become first team to reach knockout stage

Co-hosts Mexico are the first team through to the World Cup knockout stage after a hard-fought 1-0 win against South Korea.

The Economic Times

South Africa hold Czechs 1-1, keep World Cup knockout dream alive

During a hard-fought battle in Atlanta, South Africa and the Czech Republic ended their clash in a 1-1 stalemate. Teboho Mokoena's late penalty salvaged a point for South Africa after an opening goal from Michal Sadilek put the Czechs ahead. This result ensures that both teams remain in contention for…

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