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Iran switches World Cup base camp to Mexico, as Washington closes door on squad

Iran's base camp for the 2026 World Cup was on Tuesday switched from the United States to Mexico, after US authorities refused to host the squad for the tournament, which starts on 11 June in Mexico City.

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Monterrey welcomes the World Cup with a cutting-edge stadium, searing heat and carne asada

Monterrey is gearing up to host the 2026 World Cup with its cutting-edge soccer stadium and vibrant culture

The Independent UK

Morgan Gibbs-White reacts to missing out on England’s World Cup squad

Gibbs-White was overlooked by Thomas Tuchel despite a strong end to the season at Nottingham Forest

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Iran’s football players will commute to World Cup games from Mexico

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Uncapped Livingston striker receives shock World Cup training camp call-up

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Mexico Steps in to Host Iran's World Cup Squad as US Tensions Cast Shadow Over Tournament

Mexico will host Iran's national football team for the 2026 World Cup after the US declined due to geopolitical tensions, with the team relocating to Tijuana to avoid visa issues.

International Business Times UK

Voting breakdown: How The Independent’s ‘50 Greatest World Cup players’ was compiled

WORLD CUP COUNTDOWN: More than 3,000 players have participated in a World Cup, with 471 different players part of a World Cup-winning squad. Kieran Jackson explains the methodology and the votes behind narrowing them down to the top-50 of all time

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Why Cristiano Ronaldo is not in the World Cup’s 50 greatest players

Despite having dominated in other tournaments, both domestic and international, Ronaldo has so far failed to excel on football’s grandest stage

The Independent UK

Nike Drops Star-Packed 'Nike Family' for World Cup 2026 Featuring Ronaldo, Kim Kardashian, Drake & More

Nike's 'Nike Family' campaign for the 2026 World Cup features a diverse lineup of sports icons and celebrities, aiming to create a global cultural moment with collaborations and fan events

International Business Times UK

Hungrier to go one step further as series win against India a boost: Wolvaardt eyes T20WC crown

South Africa's captain Laura Wolvaardt expressed the team's heightened desire for an ICC title after successive near-misses, fueled by a recent series win over India. Reaching back-to-back T20 World Cup finals has intensified their hunger to finally cross the final hurdle and clinch the trophy.

The Economic Times

Pele, Maradona or Messi at No 1? The 50 greatest players in World Cup history

WORLD CUP COUNTDOWN: With two weeks until the 23rd men’s Fifa World Cup in North America, The Independent sports team ranks the top-50 players in the tournament’s history – and now it’s time for the top-10 reveal.

The Independent UK

‘Everyone hates us, don’t they?’: Mo Hunt on why England won’t tire of dominating women’s rugby

Mo Hunt, the England scrum-half, had to watch the Six Nations from the sidelines after suffering a season-ending knee injury in the opening game

The Guardian - UK

Sardar Azmoun’s World Cup absence for political reasons divides opinion in Iran

Few would believe the forward’s omission is unconnected to his actions protesting against the Iranian regime on social media

The Guardian - UK

Pick your perfect World Cup 2026 look with FourFourTwo's kit picker

There will be 96 home and away shirts on display at World Cup 2026 but which one suits you?

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The Independent UK

Unibet World Cup offer: Free bets, bonus code and enhanced odds for 2026

New customers can claim £30 in free bets using the Unibet World Cup sign up offer

Android Central

These Torras cases are the best way to get into the World Cup spirit

Eager to show off your allegiance to Portugal in this World Cup? You'll want to take a look at these cases.

Evening Standard

Crystal Palace: Jean-Philippe Mateta makes transfer admission after January move collapse

French striker saw his dream January move fall through at the last

The Economic Times

Iran's national soccer team to commute to World Cup games from Mexico after US refusal, says Sheinbaum

Iran's national soccer team will not stay in the United States during the World Cup. Instead, they will be based in Mexico. The team will travel to the U.S. only for their scheduled matches. This decision comes after U.S. authorities declined to host the squad throughout the tournament. Mexico's president…

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World Cup worries for Argentina as Messi hamstrung

Defending champions Argentina are on edge less than three weeks out from the World Cup with confirmation Lionel Messi has a problem with his left hamstring.

The Guardian - AU

Injured Riley McGree out of World Cup as Tony Popovic springs late Socceroos surprise

The Socceroos have been rocked by a hamstring injury to key midfielder Riley McGree on the eve of the World Cup

Bangkok Post

Messi diagnosed with left hamstring fatigue, return plan uncertain

MIAMI - Lionel Messi remained at the heart of an injury scare only weeks before the World Cup after medical tests diagnosed him with muscle fatigue in his left hamstring, Inter Miami announced on Monday.

France 24

Mexico to host Iran's national World Cup team after US refusal

Iran's national football team will base itself in Mexico during the 2026 FIFA World Cup and travel into the United States only on matchdays after US President Trump said they were welcome to participate but that it is better they not stay in the country "for their own life and…

AAP

SPO:Injured Socceroos star ruled out of World Cup

The Socceroos have suffered a brutal injury blow with creative attacker Riley McGree ruled out of the World Cup with a hamstring injury.

AAP

Injured Socceroos star ruled out of World Cup

The Socceroos have suffered a brutal injury blow with creative attacker Riley McGree ruled out of the World Cup with a hamstring injury.

Evening Standard

World Cup: Argentina left sweating over Lionel Messi fitness as Inter Miami reveal injury latest

Nine-time Ballon d’Or winner suffered a major injury scare last weekend

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