The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

Why Cristiano Ronaldo Isn’t Playing for Al Nassr in 2026–27 Season Opener

The forward’s pursuit of 1,000 goals will have to wait.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 15

“Zinedine Zidane had the toughest start in life but he made it. He made people fall in love with French football. Playing alongside him was an honour” Djibril Cisse on what it’s like to line up alongside a legend

The former Liverpool striker was a France team-mate of the Ballon d’Or winner

FourFourTwo · Aug 15

Magnus Carlsen makes history as first two-time Esports World Cup Chess Champion

The Norwegian GM does it again!

Dot Esports · Aug 15

Enzo Fernandez booed by Chelsea supporters on return to squad after £120m transfer deadline

Not the best of receptions for the midfielder

Evening Standard · Aug 15

“We were on the ropes at high altitude before I stepped up to take a penalty. I didn’t feel nervous and struck it perfectly into the top corner. That ended up taking us to the World Cup” How Diego Forlan kick-started Uruguay’s 2010 World Cup adventure

The former Manchester United striker was a part of the Uruguay side that would go on to reach the semi-finals in South Africa

FourFourTwo · Aug 15

Alexis Mac Allister Transfer Declaration Ramps Up Pressure on Andoni Iraola

Manchester City had been linked with a stunning swoop for Liverpool’s No. 10.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 15

PSG bolsters star-studded attack by signing World Cup winner Ferran Torres from Barcelona

Paris Saint-Germain has signed Ferran Torres from Barcelona on a five-year contract. The French club reportedly paid fifty million euros for the World Cup hero. Torres previously played for Barcelona after joining from Manchester City in 2022. He reunites with coach Luis Enrique, who gave him his international debut. This…

The Economic Times · Aug 15

Women’s U20 World Cup boycott may hurt in short term but can send Fifa a vital message

Women’s football has much to gain from the kind of reforms that threats to snub upcoming tournaments might prompt. Infantino should be taken on

The Guardian - UK · Aug 15

Co-captain's brace as Hockeyroos fire up World Cup bid

Claire Colwill proved the difference as Australia opening their women's Hockey World Cup campaign with a win over Japan.

AAP · Aug 15

Chelsea vs Real Sociedad LIVE: Pre-season friendly result, latest updates and fan reaction

Blues conclude pre-season preparations with home friendly against Spanish opposition

Evening Standard · Aug 15