The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

Anger as Somali referee barred from US days before World Cup

AFRICA's top referee who was set to be the first from Somalia to officiate at a World Cup has been barred from entering the US, leading to…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 9

Somali referee Omar Artan refused entry to US and will miss World Cup

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The Independent UK · Jun 9

Messi set for World Cup tune-up against Iceland warm-up fixture, Scaloni confirms Argentina captain will feature

Lionel Messi will feature in Argentina's final World Cup warm-up match against Iceland. Coach Lionel Scaloni confirmed Messi will play, managing his minutes carefully. Several players are returning from injury, boosting the squad. Argentina is preparing for their title defense in the FIFA World Cup 2026. The team opens their…

The Economic Times · Jun 9

England World Cup camp hit by 6.1-magnitude earthquake

The Three Lions are set to play Costa Rica in Orlando, Florida tomorrow in their last friendly before the World Cup begins

Evening Standard · Jun 9

32 sizzling summer gadgets to maximise your outdoor life and upgrade the footie season

Supercharge your vacay or staycay with our pick of the essential products for fun, entertainment, cooking and more this summer

T3 · Jun 9

The unique World Cup club that illuminates Edin Dzeko’s enduring quality

The former Man City striker has proven decisive for Schalke and Bosnia and Herzegovina, who he will lead in the USA at 40 years old in a World Cup

The Independent UK · Jun 9

World Cup 2026 live: Czech Republic and South Korea face off after Shakira lights up Mexico’s opening ceremony

President Trump won’t be at the US game against Paraguay, while coach Mauricio Pochettino has addressed claims of ‘arrogance’ with the World Cup beginning this evening

The Independent UK · Jun 9

Women's T20 World Cup battle begins: Six contenders, one trophy and an Indian team eyeing a historic double

The ICC Women's T20 World Cup starts soon with twelve teams. Defending champions New Zealand are back. India hopes for a World Cup double after their ODI win. Australia aims to re-establish their strong record. The tournament promises exciting competition as teams vie for the title.

The Economic Times · Jun 9

‘A once-in-a-career opportunity’: Alice Capsey gears up to be England’s World Cup gamechanger

The in-form better tells Raf Nicholson that the team must seize home advantage to emulate the 2017 triumph

The Guardian - UK · Jun 9

‘I didn’t think I’d be playing at 40’: Edin Dzeko on defying age to lead his country at the World Cup

After helping to shock Italy in the playoffs, the Bosnia and Herzegovina captain is out to upset co-hosts Canada in their opening match on Friday

The Guardian - UK · Jun 9