The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

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 · Jun 17

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 · Jun 17

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

The Argentina international is under contract at Liverpool until 2028.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 17

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

Portugal are heavily-fancied at this summer’s tournament

Evening Standard · Jun 17

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

Salon · Jun 17

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

The Guardian - UK · Jun 17

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.

International Business Times UK · Jun 17

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.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 17

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.

Radio France Internationale · Jun 17

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

The Independent UK · Jun 17