The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

'Long time coming'; Socceroos to welcome Volpato at WC

Cristian Volpato's shock defection from Italy to Australia didn't surprise his friend Alessandro Circati, who's adamant he can make an impact for the Socceroos.

AAP · May 31

SPO:Popovic urges Socceroos to believe after Mexico loss

The Socceroos have lost to Mexico 1-0 in the friendly match that was the final audition for players to impress before Tony Popovic picks his World Cup squad.

AAP · May 31

Mexican designer blends soccer and pre-Hispanic culture ahead of the World Cup

It’s no coincidence that Hugo Rosas’ jersey designs ahead of the World Cup resemble some of Mexico’s most iconic decorations

The Independent UK · May 31

'I've done 40 years in American jail over bad trip TV row murder. Now bring me home'

AHEAD of Scotland’s appearance in the World Cup in 1986, US Ranger Tom Richey went into town to buy a TV to watch his home country play

The National (Scotland) · May 31

Brazil vs. Panama—International Friendly: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

The winningest nation in World Cup history faces a rising Concacaf side before heading to North America this summer.

Sports Illustrated · May 31

Mexico 1-0 Australia: spirited Socceroos fall to El Tri in friendly ahead of World Cup – as it happened

Socceroos fight back in second half but fail to convert opportunities at California’s Rose Bowl Stadium

The Guardian - AU · May 31

USMNT vs. Senegal—International Friendly: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

U.S. national team manager Mauricio Pochettino will see his official World Cup squad in action for the first time on Sunday.

Sports Illustrated · May 31

Canada bet on health, speed and belief as Marsch names World Cup squad

Injuries forced late decisions, but Jesse Marsch remains convinced this is the strongest squad Canada has ever assembled. Now comes the harder question: can they finally deliver on home soil?

The Guardian - US · May 31

'This enormous demand...has made the football tournament a magnet for fraud': Experts warn scammers are ramping up their work ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 — here's how to avoid being hit

Cybercriminals created thousands of fake FIFA websites and phishing systems designed to steal World Cup tickets and financial information.

TechRadar · May 31

NYC Escort Charging $10,000 Per Day Sees Client Requests Triple Ahead of World Cup Matches

The World Cup in New York is driving a surge in the local sex industry, with high demand for services and increased security measures to combat potential human trafficking.

International Business Times UK · May 31