The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

First Thing: US and Iran trade fire after Trump threatens Tehran over stalled talks

Iran says US attacks make ceasefire ‘practically meaningless’. Plus, Trump says ‘I love the inflation’ when asked about jump to 4.2%

The Guardian - UK · Jun 11

Free World Cup tickets: Airbnb is giving away seats for some host city match-day bookings

With the largest football event kicking off today, fans in the US, Mexico and Canada will be able to secure their seats without spending a dime by booking stays in one of the 16 host cities.

Euronews · Jun 11

Kash Patel on the FBI's defining test: Securing the World Cup

The FBI faces its biggest security challenge ever with the upcoming World Cup. Director Kash Patel outlines extensive preparations for the event, which includes millions of visitors and threats from drones, terrorists, and cyber attacks. The agency is working with international partners to ensure safety. Preparations involve background checks and…

The Economic Times · Jun 11

For Iran’s diaspora, a tough World Cup call: To support the national team or protest – or both?

When Iran’s national soccer team walks onto American soil this summer for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, it will do so against the backdrop of an Iranian government crackdown against protesters in January, an ongoing war launched by the U.S. and Israel in February, and a four-month digital blackout affecting…

The Conversation · Jun 11

Planes from Scotland to US running out of beer as Tartan Army arrive for World Cup

PLANES from Scotland to the US are "running out of beer" as Tartan Army fans arrive ahead of World Cup, according to American media

The National (Scotland) · Jun 11

OPINION - Why England's careful preparation shows they can win their first-ever World Cup on foreign soil

While there are more-fancied contenders to win this World Cup, England have planned meticulously and might just have timed their run perfectly

Evening Standard · Jun 11

Big money is killing the World Cup spirit. Fans deserve a sporting chance at tickets

Supporters come way below sponsors in the stadium-seat pecking order, writes Adrian Chiles. No wonder some fans plan to binge-watch matches on a Spanish package holiday

The Guardian - UK · Jun 11

Gianni Infantino likens Scotland star to Lionel Messi in eye-opening comparison

FIFA president Infantino namechecked Robertson alongside some of world football’s biggest stars while discussing Messi’s importance at the World…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 11

Harry Maguire gets £1,000 speeding fine weeks after England World Cup squad snub

The conviction emerged as his England teammates travelled to the USA for their World Cup preparations

The Independent UK · Jun 11

World Cup today: Excitement builds as Mexico take on South Africa in opening game

IN FULL

The Independent UK · Jun 11