The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

Football fans: are you excited about the World Cup? We would like to hear from you

Wherever you’re planning to watch the matches – we’d like to hear from you

The Guardian - US · May 21

Haaland’s Norway to Ronaldo’s swansong: Who are the most likely first-time World Cup winners?

Eight nations have won the World Cup. An expanded field and a grueling schedule means a new champion could emerge from the pack this summer

The Guardian - US · May 21

Pick England’s strongest player in each position ahead of Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad announcement

WORLD CUP: With several positions still up for grabs and injuries, form and fitness all under scrutiny, we’re asking readers to make the biggest selection calls facing Thomas Tuchel before England head to the World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico

The Independent UK · May 21

Alex McLeish reveals reason Rangers blew the Scottish title - and it isn't Danny Rohl

Alex McLeish won two Scottish titles during his time as Rangers manager - and believes he knows why the Ibrox club blew the Premiership this season.

The National (Scotland) · May 21

The historic cup win that helped Jock Stein become Celtic's first Protestant manager

Jock Stein was told he would never become Celtic manager because he was a Protestant - then he joined Dunfermline Athletic and made history.

The National (Scotland) · May 21

2026 FIFA World Cup: Everything you need to know – teams, venues, dates & predictions

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set for a grand reimagining with 48 teams participating for the first time. The USA, Canada, and Mexico will jointly host this expanded tournament. A total of 104 matches will be played across 16 cities. The new format sees 12 groups of four teams…

The Economic Times · May 21

Harry Kane explains why his England team is ready to win the World Cup

Harry Kane feels he is playing the best football of his career as he prepares to lead England at the World Cup

The Independent UK · May 21

‘Aramco is selling our sweat and blood’: workers in World Cup sponsor’s supply chain faced safety risks, report finds

FairSquare report claims migrant workers injured in Saudi Arabia received no compensation, including one who says his legs were crushed

The Guardian - UK · May 21

World Cup 2026: ITV's presenters, pundits, commentators and reporters in full

ITV's World Cup 2026 team of presenters, pundits, commentators and reporters has been revealed with a stellar line-up from the broadcaster

FourFourTwo · May 21

FIFA World Cup 2030 may adopt UEFA Champions League-style competition format

UEFA is changing how European teams qualify for major tournaments. A new Champions League-like system will be used for the 2030 FIFA World Cup and upcoming European Championships. This aims to make matches more competitive. Top teams will play fewer opponents. Direct qualification spots are available, with playoffs deciding others.…

The Economic Times · May 21