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The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

Lionel Messi Injury Update: Footballer Sparks Argentina Fitness Fears After Exiting Inter Miami Match Early

Lionel Messi requested to come off with a leg issue for Inter Miami just weeks before Argentina name their World Cup squad, prompting fresh questions over his fitness.

International Business Times UK

Yamal leads Spain's Cup squad, minus Real players

Eight Barcelona players are in Spain's World Cup squad, which features no representation from Real Madrid.

AAP

Who Are the USMNT’s Best Midfield Options for the World Cup?

Mauricio Pochettino won’t have many central midfielders to turn to this summer.

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Spain World Cup Roster Sets Shock Record With Real Madrid Omissions

No Real Madrid player was included in Luis de la Fuente’s final 26-man roster.

Sports Illustrated

The U.S. campaigned to host the World Cup. Now soccer fans will trade their countries' train system for the U.S.'s 'D' rated infrastructure

Welcome to the World Cup, where the bus is a school bus, the train costs $98, and there’s no sidewalk to the stadium.

Fortune

Yamal headlines Spain squad as Real Madrid stars miss World Cup cut

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente named teenage sensation Lamine Yamal to his 2026 World Cup squad on Monday, while recalling Mikel Merino and Gavi after injury layoffs and excluding Real Madrid players for the first time in the nation’s World Cup history.

France 24

Spain 2026 World Cup Roster Confirmed: Full List of Players, Shock History Made

Injuries have caused some serious problems in the build-up to the World Cup for Spain.

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‘I was upset for him’: how Real Salt Lake reacted to Diego Luna’s USMNT exclusion

Luna and Zavier Gozo’s World Cup dreams ended with a Friday email from US Soccer

The Guardian - US

Who can best stand the heat will sort the winners from losers at the World Cup

In today’s newsletter, how quick starts, keeping the ball and banking on the bench will help the finalists beat the high temperatures and humidity

The Guardian - UK

Can the 2026 FIFA World Cup become the global Super Bowl of advertising?

With billions watching, brands are asking whether the World Cup is advertising's next big opportunity.

Creative Bloq

Lionel Messi’s hamstring injury sparks World Cup fears for Argentina

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The Independent UK

USMNT Players of the Season: The Five Best Performers From Europe in 2025–26

It was an outstanding season for U.S. players overseas, pushing several into World Cup contention.

Sports Illustrated

Arsenal and Liverpool wonderkids to join Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad

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The Independent UK

Lionel Messi Injury: Progress, Potential Return Date After World Cup Scare

The Argentine limped out of Inter Miami’s wild victory over the Philadelphia Union.

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The Independent UK

Lionel Messi suffers injury scare for Inter Miami to put World Cup in doubt

Messi suffered a hamstring injury less than a month before the beginning of Argentina’s World Cup title defence

Cycling News

'That crash scared me' – Evie Richards resting up after hard fall at Nové Město Mountain Bike World Cup

Fall came as British rider was racing in second place as she pursued XCO winner Laura Stigger

The Independent UK

BOYLE Sports World Cup offer: Free bets, enhanced odds and latest promotions

We detail the BOYLE Sports welcome off and other promos for the 2026 World Cup

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‘We know it’s going to be hot in the US, but we’ll be ready for it’ Jordan Pickford on how England can bust the warm weather myth

There is a long-standing belief that European sides will struggle in the North American heat

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The Economic Times

Australia's Megan Schutt to make T20 World Cup her final ICC campaign

Australian cricketer Megan Schutt will conclude her international career after the 2026 T20 World Cup. The seasoned bowler aims for a strong finish in her final major ICC campaign. Schutt, a veteran of many successful tournaments, wants to pass the baton to the next generation of players.

The National (Scotland)

Scott McTominay goal on the money as limited edition £20 bank note unveiled

A limited edition £20 bank note featuring an image inspired by Scott McTominay's famous overhead kick has been unveiled ...

AAP

New deal for Aussie women's coach ahead of T20 Cup

Shelley Nitschke has signed a contract extension to remain in charge of Australia's national women's cricket team.

Sports Illustrated

Grading Inter Miami’s Record-Smashing Win Over Philadelphia Amid Messi Injury

Inter Miami will have plenty of worries when it comes to Lionel Messi’s abrupt second half exit.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup to face newest opponent: Brutal heat and violent storms

Heat, humidity and thunderstorms are synonymous with summer in many North American regions -- and in a few weeks they could also threaten the 2026 World Cup. They urged FIFA to update its World Cup heat-stress framework, a measure they insisted be coupled with "consistent climate action."

The Guardian - US

Lionel Messi exits final Miami game before World Cup with possible injury

Messi requested a substitution in the 72nd minute of Miami’s 6-4 win over Philadelphia, with Argentina’s World Cup opened just 23 days away.

The Economic Times

Lionel Messi exits MLS game in injury scare ahead of World Cup

Lionel Messi left Inter Miami's match early, sparking worries about his fitness for the World Cup. He reached for his hamstring before exiting. Argentina's World Cup campaign begins June 16. Messi has a history of strong World Cup performances. Inter Miami heads into the break second in the Eastern Conference.

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