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The number of World Cups Ronaldo has played in as he matches Messi’s record

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The Independent UK

Perfect 10: there's no business like Messi business

The greatness of Lionel Messi has taken the 2026 World Cup by the scruff of the neck with even superstar Erling Haaland laughing: "He is a madman!"

AAP

SPO:Perfect 10: there's no business like Messi business

The greatness of Lionel Messi has taken the 2026 World Cup by the scruff of the neck with even superstar Erling Haaland laughing: "He is a madman!"

AAP

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How to watch Portugal vs DR Congo: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for Cristiano Ronaldo's FIFA World Cup 2026 opener, team news

Cristiano Ronaldo appears at a record-equalling sixth FIFA World Cup as he starts for Portugal against DR Congo. Find out how to watch the Group K fixture online and from anywhere including free live stream options, TV channel details, kick-off time.

TechRadar

Lionel Messi Bags Historic World Cup Hat Trick... But Fans Insist Tournament Is 'Rigged' After Red Card Escape

Lionel Messi's hat-trick led Argentina to a 3-0 victory over Algeria in their World Cup opener, despite controversy over an unpunished challenge on Aissa Mandi.

International Business Times UK

The extraordinary numbers behind Lionel Messi – and the all-time World Cup record now in his grasp

Analysis: Messi has long been called ‘incomparable’, but if that greatness manifested itself largely in the colours of Barcelona, it may have come later in life in the albiceleste of Argentina

The Independent UK

England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt to miss T20 World Cup matches after injury setback

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World Cup 2026 LIVE: Ivory Coast striker refused entry to Canada over match-fixing arrest

Wahi was denied entry into Canada a day after it was revealed that the 23-year-old had been arrested over match-fixing offences

The Independent UK

World Cup Erupts as Iran Star Accused of 'Gun Gesture' Celebration

Iran's Mohammad Mohebi faces backlash after a controversial World Cup goal celebration sparked political debate, social media outrage, and calls for FIFA scrutiny.

International Business Times UK

Cross purposes: how the England flag got caught in a tug-of-war between rightwing nationalists and football fans

Last summer the St George’s cross was co-opted by anti-immigrant groups. Now, as the World Cup begins, some communities are reclaiming it as a symbol of a very different sort of pride

The Guardian - UK

England dealt huge T20 World Cup injury blow as captain Nat Sciver-Brunt ruled out of next two games

Sciver-Brunt suffered a calf injury during the win over Ireland

The Independent UK

Portugal 1-1 DR Congo: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

João Neves gave Portugal an early lead, but Yoane Wissa’s equaliser earned DR Congo their first-ever World Cup point

The Guardian - UK

As USA World Cup barbs fly, the Socceroos get motivated to have the final word

Australia lean into their underdog status while fans and media build hype around highly anticipated Group D match

The Guardian - AU

Alexis Mac Allister’s Agent Sends Message to Real Madrid Amid Transfer Speculation

The Argentina international is under contract at Liverpool until 2028.

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The Independent UK

Veteran commentator dropped from World Cup coverage over ‘unacceptable’ error

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FourFourTwo

Portugal vs DR Congo prediction as Cristiano Ronaldo goes for broke in World Cup record books

Roberto Martinez’s Portugal kick off their World Cup 2026 campaign in Houston

International Business Times UK

10 Photos of Lionel Messi's Wife: Antonela Roccuzzo Steals the Spotlight With Viral Pre-World Cup Bikini Post

Antonela Roccuzzo has gone viral after a leopard-print bikini post drew more than 2.4 million likes ahead of Lionel Messi's World Cup 2026 campaign.

The National (Scotland)

Italians are supporting Scotland at the World Cup – not just because of McTominay

IN an advert that went down a storm with the Tartan Army last week, sports brand Adidas deftly slipped in a message to Italian fans who may be…

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Evening Standard

Portugal vs DR Congo LIVE: World Cup 2026 result, latest updates and fan reaction

Portugal are heavily-fancied at this summer’s tournament

Salon

World Cup fans fall for Waffle House

Global visitors have spent the tournament exploring Waffle House, Buc-ee's, Taco Bell and other American standards

The Guardian - UK

From penalties to Pavarotti and Beckham to Bruckner: classical music and football are closer than you might think

As the World Cup gets underway, we look at the music that has soundtracked the beautiful game – and the composers who have loved it

International Business Times UK

Beckham Family Drama Explodes as Brooklyn Beckham Mocks Rift With Parents in Viral World Cup Ad

Brooklyn Beckham sparks fresh buzz around the Beckham family feud after joking about watching the World Cup from home in a viral ad, reigniting talk of family drama.

Sports Illustrated

Kalshi Signs Deal With Argentina Soccer for Messi's World Cup Run

Kalshi and Argentina announce a partnership deal that lasts throughout the 2026 World Cup.

Radio France Internationale

Ghana squad embraces love of the fans at start of World Cup campaign

Ghana's top players have praised the support from fans as the squad went through its final tactical routines ahead of the World Cup opener against Panama in Toronto on Wednesday night.

The Independent UK

Portugal v DR Congo LIVE: World Cup result as Cristiano Ronaldo frustrated by goalless performance in shock draw

Portugal 1-1 DR Congo: Ronaldo was frustrated on his record sixth World Cup start as the Africa side secured a hard-fought draw for their first ever World Cup point

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