The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

What to Play During World Cup 2026 Halftime: Mobile Games for Soccer Fans

Soccer fans know the excitement doesn’t stop when the whistle blows for halftime.

inkl · Jun 18

FIFA World Cup 2026: Harry Kane is the star as England beat Croatia 4-2

England kicked off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a thrilling 4-2 victory over Croatia. Harry Kane was instrumental, scoring twice, including a retaken penalty, to lead England's charge. Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford also contributed goals, securing a strong opening win for Thomas Tuchel's side.

The Economic Times · Jun 18

Tartan Army takes over Boston for World Cup

BOSTON - From drinking the bars dry to lustily serenading an iconic baseball stadium with a rendition of “Flower of Scotland”, the bagpipe-playing, kilt-wearing hordes of the Tartan Army have captivated Boston since arriving at the World Cup.

Bangkok Post · Jun 18

Qatar’s Free World Cup Tickets Taken by Canada Supporters Ahead of Critical Match

Canada takes on Qatar in Group B action in Vancouver on Thursday.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 18

Hisense Brings Smarter Home Experiences to Families During the FIFA World Cup 2026™

QINGDAO, China, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, is helping families enjoy the excitement of the FIFA World Cup 2026TM beyond the screen by creating smarter, more connected home experiences through its latest home appliance innovations. Guided by its vision…

AAP · Jun 18

SPO:Ghana get going with dramatic late winner over Panama

A 95th-minute winner from Ghana's Caleb Yirenkyi has got the Black Stars home against Panama in the teams' World Cup opener.

AAP · Jun 18

Ghana get going with dramatic late winner over Panama

A 95th-minute winner from Ghana's Caleb Yirenkyi has got the Black Stars home against Panama in the teams' World Cup opener.

AAP · Jun 18

Ghana 1-0 Panama: Caleb Yirenkyi strikes late as Black Stars defy odds to open World Cup with a win

Black Stars put bumpy tournament preparations behind them with significant victory

Evening Standard · Jun 18

Canada vs. Qatar—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Canada and Qatar are both still searching for their first-ever World Cup victories.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 18

World Cup 2026: Ghana break Panama resistance with stoppage-time winner

Ghana secured a dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama thanks to a stoppage-time strike from Caleb Yirenkyi. The Black Stars were frustrated for long spells by a disciplined Panamanian side but found a breakthrough deep into added time to claim all three points.

France 24 · Jun 18