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What to know about World Cup tiebreakers and how teams can advance to the knockout phase

The World Cup's expanded 48-team format introduces a new qualification pathway. Beyond the top two in each of the 12 groups, eight best third-placed teams will advance to a round of 32 knockout stage. For the first time, head-to-head results will be the primary tiebreaker, followed by goal difference and…

The Economic Times

World Cup today: England take on Ghana as Tuchel’s team aim for last 32

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The Independent UK

‘I’ve Always Said’—Miroslav Klose Reacts to Lionel Messi Taking World Cup Goal Record

Two strikes against Austria took Messi up to 18 career goals at the World Cup.

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TechRadar

World Cup 2026 tiebreakers: How can teams advance to the next round?

This year's expanded 48-team tournament has fundamentally altered the competition's format and how group stage tiebreakers operate

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026: How England can be confirmed as group winners tonight after FIFA rule change

Three Lions face Ghana in their second Group L fixture at Boston Stadium

Evening Standard

"In a category of his own": Ibrahimovic hails Messi after Argentina icon breaks FIFA WC goals record

Football legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic has lauded Lionel Messi's record-breaking FIFA World Cup goal tally, declaring the Argentinian ace in a league of his own. Messi's recent brace propelled him past Miroslav Klose, cementing his status as the all-time top scorer. Ibrahimovic emphasized Messi's unparalleled longevity and complete body of work,…

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Portugal coach Roberto Martinez defends team and Cristiano Ronaldo from ‘unfair and unjust’ criticism

Portugal came in for heavy criticism after Ronaldo was not substituted against DR Congo despite struggling in the World Cup opener

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026: France win after weather delay as Messi smashes record

Les Bleus' game against Iraq was interrupted for over two hours due to heavy rain in Philadelphia – the first delay in the World Cup so far caused by the weather. France's 3-0 win sees them book their spot in the knockout round with a game to spare, while Lionel…

France 24

After forcing workers back to the office, Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase are now letting their staff work remotely—but only for the World Cup

It wasn’t thousands of staff petitioning to work from home or the Iran war that persuaded CEOs to loosen their in-office mandates. It was the World Cup.

Fortune

Aedes Aegypti Mosquitoes Can Learn to Move Toward DEET Treated Human Skin, Journal of Experimental Biology Study Reveals

A May 28, 2026 Journal of Experimental Biology study found Aedes aegypti mosquitoes conditioned to associate DEET with blood actively move toward treated skin.

Medical Daily

Norway 3-2 Senegal: Golden Boot race heats up as Erling Haaland strikes again

Haaland ensured the battle for the World Cup’s golden boot is not a two-horse race with an electrifying brace in Norway’s 3-2 win over Senegal.

The National (Scotland)

California Just Issued a Formal Mpox Alert and the World Cup Is Making the Situation Significantly More Dangerous

CDPH issued a June 16, 2026 clade I mpox health alert reporting 7 travel-linked California cases in 2026. CDC confirms 25 total U.S. clade I cases; World Cup amplifies risk.

Medical Daily

Who is the referee for Portugal vs Uzbekistan?

Who's in charge as Group K continues with Cristiano Ronaldo searching for his first goal?

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The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 LIVE: VAR ‘on holiday’ as ‘lucky’ England react to World Cup setback against Ghana

Ghana manager Carlos Queiroz joked VAR ‘went for a coffee’ following the incidents involving Jordan Pickford and Ezri Konsa during the 0-0 draw

The Independent UK

England vs Ghana predictions – what are the expected starting line-ups?

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Euronews

TV pundit apologises after racist comment during Belgium World Cup game

Bogdanović most notably played for La Liga side Atlético Madrid and Germany's Werder Bremen during his career.

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Esports World Cup 2026: All games, dates, and how to watch

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The Times of India

Honouring father's memory: British man is dribbling a football 2,000 miles from Africa to England to raise money for charity

James Lewis, a 26-year-old football coach from Staffordshire, is undertaking an extraordinary challenge that combines endurance, football and a deeply personal mission. Since setting off from Marrakesh, Morocco, on 1 May, Lewis has been dribbling a football all the way back to England, covering roughly 2,000 miles while carrying a…

Evening Standard

Which teams are through to World Cup round of 32 knockout stage?

Knockout-stage slots are filling up ahead of first round of 32 game

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Heavyweights Portugal, England, Croatia take centre stage, eye big results

Portugal entered their encounter under pressure but remained one of the most talented squads in the competition. With Cristiano Ronaldo leading a team packed with world-class experience and technical quality, the Portuguese will be determined to return to winning ways after a 1-1 draw against DR Congo.

FourFourTwo

Portugal vs Uzbekistan prediction: Will Cristiano Ronaldo get off the mark at World Cup?

Underdogs Uzbekistan will look to produce an upset against Portugal in Group K.

Sports Illustrated

USMNT Is Cruising, but Mauricio Pochettino Still Has Big Decisions to Make

Things could not be going any better for the Stars and Stripes after their first two World Cup group games. But there’s plenty to consider heading into the business end of the tournament.

Sports Lens

New Zealand vs Belgium World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Belgium at -450 to clinch Group G, New Zealand needing a win to survive. Our picks for this must-win World Cup clash.

Sports Lens

Senegal vs Iraq World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Senegal vs Iraq meet at BMO Field with both sides eliminated. Our World Cup 2026 Group I prediction backs Senegal to win a dead rubber in Toronto.

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