The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

Classy Canada cruise into World Cup final after win over New Zealand

England or France await in the final.

The Independent UK · Sep 19, 2025

Supreme Canada dethrone New Zealand in World Cup performance for the ages

New Zealand 19-34 Canada: The six-time world champions were stunned in Bristol as Canada set up a tilt at glory

The Independent UK · Sep 19, 2025

England and France ready to fight for a shot at Women’s World Cup glory

Since defeat in the 2022 final the hosts have won 31 games in a row but semi-final foes France have pushed them closest

The Guardian - UK · Sep 19, 2025

Your Guardian sport weekend: Women’s Rugby World Cup semis, Azerbaijan Grand Prix and more

Here’s how to follow along with our coverage – the finest writing and up-to-the-minute reports

The Guardian - UK · Sep 19, 2025

Safety concerns on eve of World Cup after Italian skier death

Italian skier Matteo Franzoso’s death this week during training in Chile reports safety debate.

Al Jazeera · Sep 19, 2025

Pressure is a privilege for England who must deliver when it matters against France

Everything appears to be in place for the tournament hosts who will be judged on what happens in the next eight days

The Guardian - UK · Sep 19, 2025

Italian skier's death prompts early safety debate before the Milan-Cortina Olympic season starts

It’s usually not until December or January and after several crashes that the debate over safety in World Cup skiing becomes an annual topic

The Independent UK · Sep 19, 2025

Alex Matthews ready for ‘brilliant battle’ against France

The Six Nations rivals clash in Saturday’s World Cup semi-final.

The Independent UK · Sep 19, 2025

England ‘ready for a fight’ in Women’s World Cup semi-final against France

England have won their last 16 games against France but are expecting to face a fierce performance on Saturday

The Independent UK · Sep 19, 2025

Tariff Uncertainty Delays World Cup Orders For China's Merch Makers

Tariff fears are hurting World Cup merchandise orders at Shang Yabing's Chinese knitwear factory, where racks of scarves bear the logos of national teams from Ireland to Tanzania.

International Business Times · Sep 19, 2025