Retailers hope for World Cup boost as high street sales tumble Demand for TVs and sound systems pick up The Independent UK · May 11
World Cup Golden Boot Winner James Rodriguez Speaks Out on Retirement Rumors The Colombian superstar is set to play in his third World Cup this summer. Sports Illustrated · May 11
Esports World Cup 2026 VALORANT EMEA Qualifier: Schedule, results, teams, and format Road to EWC VALORANT has begun for EMEA. Dot Esports · May 11
MLS Power Rankings: New England Shines at Home, Inter Miami’s Resurgence and More From Matchday 12 It was a packed week of MLS action as the World Cup stands just one month away. Sports Illustrated · May 11
Markwayne Mullin Accuses Democrats Putting DHS Security Preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup "in Jeopardy" The Homeland Security Secretary also stated that the department could still "deliver" security for the tournament International Business Times · May 11
Riding the D in Los Angeles: city famous for traffic hopes new subway stations will be a ‘game changer’ Transit advocates laud first stations to open in city in more than 25 years, with World Cup and Olympics coming to town The Guardian - US · May 11
Argentina Gives Major Update on Lionel Messi’s 2026 World Cup Involvement Messi rattled off his six favorites for the World Cup as he played down Argentina’s chances of defending its title. Sports Illustrated · May 11
USMNT Riddled With Injuries Weeks Away from World Cup, Pulisic Latest To Be Sidelined U.S. national team manager Mauricio Pochettino has experienced several setbacks ahead of announcing his final World Cup roster. Sports Illustrated · May 11
USMNT’s Three Best Players of the Week: Reyna’s Surprise Outing, Zendejas Dazzles in Mexico It was a remarkable weekend for Alex Zendejas, while Gio Reyna had his best performance of the season, just two weeks away from roster decisions. Sports Illustrated · May 11
Premier League set to reject extended powers for VAR next season The video assistant referee will be permitted to rule on the award of corners from next month, in time for the World Cup, but Ifab has made the new law discretionary and PGMO has advised against it The Guardian - UK · May 11
The Guardian view on World Cup ticket prices: $33,000? You’re having a laugh… Editorial: Fifa’s embrace of dynamic pricing and resale markets has led to sky-high costs and a speculative free-for-all, betraying the spirit of the beautiful game The Guardian - UK · May 11
USMNT, Champions League Star Midfielder Johnny Cardoso Ruled Out of World Cup This is just the latest hit for the U.S. national team, one month out from World Cup kick off. Sports Illustrated · May 11
From Messi to Mbappé: Argentina’s World Cup sticker obsession returns Thousands of football fans in Buenos Aires are gathering in parks and public squares to swap World Cup stickers ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Euronews · May 11
Tottenham: Injured Spurs star handed new World Cup hope after squad announcement Tournament chances have been hanging in the balance after season-ending setback Evening Standard · May 11
MarketBeat · May 11 adidas Touts Turnaround at AGM as Profit Jumps, World Cup Push Builds adidas (ETR:ADS) executives told shareholders at the company’s annual general meeting that the sportswear group’s turnaround gained momentum in 2025, supported by broad-based sales growth, stronger profitability and renewed brand visibility across sports and lifestyle categories. Chief Executive Of
Dot Esports · May 11 Esports World Cup 2026 VALORANT Pacific Qualifier: Schedule, results, teams, and format Road to EWC VALORANT has begun for Pacific.
MarketBeat · May 11 FOX Q3 Earnings Call Highlights FOX (NASDAQ:FOX) reported fiscal third-quarter revenue of $4 billion and adjusted EBITDA of $954 million, up 11% from a year earlier, as executives said distribution revenue growth, Fox News advertising strength and digital momentum helped offset the absence of last year’s Super Bowl broadcast. Exe
Evening Standard · May 11 Chelsea handed major FA Cup final boost as new leader emerges Blues shown exactly what they have been missing all season in Liverpool draw
The Guardian - UK · May 11 Soaring World Cup ticket prices for players’ families and guests leave several FAs stunned Numerous FAs have been hit by increased prices when buying World Cup tickets for their players’ family and friends, with teams affected by Fifa’s pricing model
The Conversation · May 11 How World Cup filming has evolved since the last US tournament – from spider cameras to AI and drones When players arrive in the US this year for their World Cup pre-tournament media shoot, they will each step into a scanning chamber to capture their precise body-part dimensions and create 3D, AI avatars. Why? Because even when you’re the biggest sport in the world, you can’t afford to stand…
AAP · May 11 Smith perfection sets trap shooting world record Two years after winning an Olympic medal, Australian trap shooter Penny Smith has set a world record after flourishing in a new competition format.
The Guardian - UK · May 11 Scotland’s Six Nations slump raises questions for new era under Sione Fukofuka The Scots could collect the wooden spoon a year after their historic World Cup run. Why has progress stalled so dramatically?
AAP · May 11 World Cup door open for forgotten Socceroos goalkeeper Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has kept the door open for forgotten goalkeeper Joe Gauci to make his World Cup case at a training camp in Florida.
The Guardian - UK · May 10 Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid: clásico win secures La Liga title – as it happened Marcus Rashford’s and Ferran Torres’ goals made sure that Barca were crowned champions again
The Guardian - US · May 10 Fifa World Cup matches face heightened terror risk in US amid Iran conflict Experts warn of ‘soft target’ vulnerabilities and intelligence gaps as federal agencies prepare to secure 78 matches across 11 cities