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Erling Haaland returns to Norway after World Cup exit with a strange new friend

Erling Haaland is trending again, even if Norway has exited the World Cup. The player landed in Oslo and showed off a souvenir he brought back from the US. The internet was full of raccoontentment, as the keepsake has gone viral.

Euronews

Hundreds of Peruvians name child 'Haaland' as World Cup reaches registry offices

Civil registries list 468 Peruvians with the Norwegian striker's surname and 91 children with his full name, though Neymar and Messi remain the country's favourite football names.

Euronews

Kobbie Mainoo World Cup role questioned – the Manchester United midfielder hasn’t played a minute for England this tournament

Man United man Mainoo was selected for Thomas Tuchel’s squad but appears to be out of favour

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Can England beat Argentina? Experts predict World Cup semi-final clash

One of football’s fiercest rivalries is renewed as Spain await the winners

Evening Standard

€2.8bn battle on the pitch: France and Spain face off in World Cup's priciest semi-final

Tuesday's clash between France and Spain in Texas is not just a footballing spectacle, it is also, by market value, the costliest semi-final the World Cup has staged, with the two squads worth a combined $3.2 billion (€2.8bn).

Euronews

World Cup and Ballon d’Or in reach as Harry Kane enters defining week of his career

Harry Kane is driven by a sense of destiny but to be remembered as an all-time great outside England requires big-game performances

The Guardian - UK

Who is England vs Argentina referee? Lionel Messi reunited with familiar face in semi-final

World Cup official has previously refereed Argentina stars who play for Inter Miami in MLS

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Our £1k predictor cash prize once again goes to just ONE standout player who was one goal away from a perfect score in Round 6 of FourFourTwo's World Cup forecast game

Just two more rounds to go, with two more £1k prize pots up for grabs

FourFourTwo

Backies, bucket hats, banana avatars, rowing riders and wacky World Cup conspiracy theories… The first nine stages of the 2026 Tour de France, as seen through social media

Nine social media spots, direct from the Tour

Cycling Weekly

Traffic cone flown to Boston in first class seat as Tartan Army legacy lives on

A traffic cone intended as a symbol of friendship between Glasgow and Massachusetts has been flown across the Atlantic in a first-class seat

The National (Scotland)

BBC heads from Salford to Atlanta for live England v Argentina broadcast

The BBC will present live coverage of England’s World Cup semi-final against Argentina live from Atlanta

The Guardian - UK

Keir Starmer eyes trip to World Cup final in last act as Prime Minister

Sir Keir is planning a last-minute dash to New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium should England get past Argentina

Evening Standard

France marks 10 years since Bastille Day terror attack in Nice killed 86

Religious leaders have gathered in Nice for an interfaith service to pray for the victims of the Bastille Day terror attack, on the eve of the 10th anniversary of the atrocity that killed 86 people and injured more than 400. President Emmanuel Macron is due to lead the main memorial…

Radio France Internationale

France v Spain: Who would England prefer in World Cup final? Independent writers’ verdicts

A chance at major tournament revenge will await England if they can get past Argentina

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The Guardian - UK

It’s the hope that kills you – so fingers crossed for Andy Burnham

World Cup victory for England next week could raise expectations the likely new prime minister can’t live up to, writes Zoe Williams

Sports Illustrated

Matching World Cup Teams With NFL Squads: Why England Is the Seahawks of Soccer

Soccer has taken over the United States this summer, inviting natural comparisons to America's version of football.

FourFourTwo

France vs Spain prediction: Can the World Cup favourites make a third successive final?

France are gunning for a third consecutive World Cup final under Didier Deschamps, but Spain stand in their way

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How to watch France vs Spain online from anywhere: live stream World Cup 2026 semi-final game for free

All the ways, including free live streams, to watch France vs Spain in the first semi-final of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

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The Independent UK

The most exclusive thing about England’s face-off with Argentina

Lionel Messi – perhaps the greatest footballer of all time – has done lots of things. He’s Argentina’s youngest and oldest goal scorer; he holds the record for World Cup goals; and he’s won the Ballon d’Or more than anyone else, a record eight times. But he’s never played against…

The Economic Times

Four teams, four personalities: Which World Cup semifinalist matches you?

This guide helps fans find a new team to support after their favorite's elimination. Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, seeks to defend their title and offers safe betting. England, aiming to break a long tournament drought, presents a compelling narrative. France, the reigning champion, boasts a formidable squad and strong…

The Conversation

How fatigue shapes World Cup interceptions

An interception can last less than a second. A defender reads a pass, steps into its path and reaches the ball before its intended recipient. Yet that brief movement requires the brain to judge speed, distance and direction while the body accelerates, changes course and maintains balance.

The Conversation

Jude Bellingham’s leg veins are standing out as much as his scoring skills – here’s why

The ripple of the net after a Jude Bellingham strike is no longer the only ripple attracting attention. During England’s World Cup campaign, the midfielder’s prominent thigh veins have become an internet talking point.

The Economic Times

Hockey India announces squads for Youth Hockey5s Asian Championship in Muscat

Hockey India announced sub-junior men's and women's squads for the inaugural Youth Hockey5s Asian Championship. This significant tournament serves as the official Asian qualifier for the FIH U18 Youth Hockey5s World Cup. Seven teams will compete in both the men's and women's categories during the event. The selected players underwent…

The Independent UK

Atlanta police increase security for England vs Argentina World Cup semi-final

The historical tensions on and off the pitch between England and Argentina mean Atlanta Police will be an increased presence around the city for the game

International Business Times UK

Will England Finally Beat Argentina? World Cup 2026 Rivalry Preview & Expert Predictions

Harry Kane will lead England against defending champions Argentina with a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at stake.

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