Afternoon Update: US-Iran talks abruptly called off; UK Labour’s byelection win; and life with Tassie devil neighbours Cancellation of the talks come as Israel and Hezbollah trade violent strikes The Guardian - AU · Jun 19
This bicycle-riding rescue pup just became the World Cup’s cutest star As World Cup fever grips Mexico City, an unlikely star has emerged The Independent UK · Jun 19
World Cup 2026: Koné grateful for support after injury and Kane’s Wonderwall moment – as it happened Canada’s Ismael Koné was grateful for support received after serious injury against Qatar, as Harry Kane reflected on a special moment with England fans in Dallas The Guardian - UK · Jun 19
Ivan Toney scores hat-trick in behind-closed-doors England friendly at World Cup Striker has staked his claim for minutes ahead of Ghana group game Evening Standard · Jun 19
Declan Rice is running out of steam, leaving Tuchel a midfield conundrum England mainstay is flagging after six years of nonstop action, but finding a solution to his absence is no easy task The Guardian - UK · Jun 19
Players are human beings and social media comments reach us. But the focus has to be on the pitch The pressure of wearing the Brazil shirt can be heavy but also creates a positive kind of responsibility The Guardian - UK · Jun 19
Sports quiz of the week: World Cup, US Open, Wimbledon and Royal Ascot Have you followed the big stories in football, cricket, golf, tennis, athletics, rugby union, horse racing and MMA? The Guardian - UK · Jun 19
Celebrations as Mexico becomes first nation to reach World Cup knockout stage Thousands of jubilant Mexico supporters celebrated across the country on 18 June after their team became the first nation to secure a place in the World Cup knockout stage with a 1-0 victory over South Korea. Euronews · Jun 19
Why Socceroos’ World Cup breakthrough has come at the right time for fractious Australia A Socceroos squad from diverse backgrounds has broken through just as Australia’s far-right, anti-immigration party surges in the polls – the timing might be perfect The Independent UK · Jun 19
USA, Australia eye World Cup knockout rounds, Brazil in action LOS ANGELES - The United States and Australia will look to book their place in the World Cup knockout rounds on Friday while Brazil aim to kickstart their campaign against Haiti. Bangkok Post · Jun 19
Canada ‘shaken’ by horror Ismael Kone injury as manager Jesse Marsch fights back tears Ismael Kone was taken to hospital with a suspected broken leg after a nasty challenge against Qatar The Independent UK · Jun 19
Iran to lodge complaint with FIFA over World Cup travel restrictions The Iranian World Cup team will lodge a complaint with world football association FIFA over the unfair travel restrictions imposed on them during the North American tournament, Iran's football federation said Thursday. France 24 · Jun 19
How ‘Super John McGinn’ became a distinctly Scottish superman at World Cup After leading Aston Villa to historic silverware this season, McGinn is looking to create more history and guide Scotland to the knockouts with a win against Morocco on Friday night The Independent UK · Jun 19
The Independent UK · Jun 19 The irony of a World Cup in Trump’s America? The most multinational tournament of all-time WORLD CUP 2026: After the first round of group games provide moments of high euphoria for minnow countries, Miguel Delaney takes a look at why, this time, smaller countries are benefiting from western European wealth
The Independent UK · Jun 19 Mexico become first country in World Cup knockout rounds with narrow win over South Korea Mexico 1-0 South Korea: Luis Romo’s goal ensured the co-hosts will top their group
Euronews · Jun 19 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.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 19 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
Sports Illustrated · Jun 19 Canada’s Historic World Cup Breakthrough Marred by Injury to Star Midfielder Canada secured a first-ever victory at the men’s World Cup.
Evening Standard · Jun 19 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?
The Economic Times · Jun 19 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 · Jun 19 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 Independent UK · Jun 19 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…
Louder · Jun 19 "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
The Guardian - AU · Jun 19 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