The Latest Breaking News from World Cups

Women's T20 WC 2026: Bigger, more open and mirrors the game's transformation

The ICC T20 Women's World Cup kicks off in Birmingham. India, England, and South Africa are poised to challenge Australia's strong record. This tournament is the most open yet, featuring 12 teams. Exciting young talent is emerging across all participating nations. India aims to hold both 50-over and T20 World…

The Economic Times · Jun 11

War can’t stop Iran’s World Cup superfans

TIJUANA, Mexico - Between them, Reza Mansoor and Mostafa Pourmand have attended 11 World Cups to cheer on their beloved Iran, and even a war between their team and host nation the United States is not going to stop them this time.

Bangkok Post · Jun 11

Send us your photos supporting Scotland at past World Cups

SCOTLAND are about to compete in their first World Cup in 28 years and we know many of you will have been waiting patiently for this moment to…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 9

Pelé’s third, Baggio’s miss and the ‘Hand of God’: Iconic World Cups in Mexico and the US

From Pelé’s third title to Maradona’s legendary double and Baggio’s agonising penalty miss, tournaments hosted in Mexico and the US have left us with some of the most memorable moments in World Cup history. Here’s a throwback to the 1970, 1986 and 1994 editions.

France 24 · May 23

‘A lot of players will switch off from social media at the World Cup – you can put yourself in a bubble’ Emile Heskey on how England can block out the noise this summer

Emile Heskey went to two World Cups with England - and has experience of dealing with the pressure of the tournament

FourFourTwo · May 17

Croatia 2026 World Cup Preview: The Underdogs Who Are No Longer Underdogs

Croatia has exceeded expectations during the past two World Cups, but can it overachieve for a third successive tournament?

Sports Illustrated · May 14

The Players With the Most Goals at the World Cup

Goals on soccer’s grandest stage carry an extra weight.

Sports Illustrated · May 8

FA and US Soccer seek more control from Fifa over Women’s World Cups

Federations concerned over organisation of men’s World Cup while the FA worked with Uefa to freeze ticket prices for Euro 2028

The Guardian - UK · May 6

The 10 Best World Cups of All Time—Ranked

Sporting spectacles don’t come any better than the World Cup—especially these iconic editions that rose above the rest.

Sports Illustrated · May 5

BBC presenter Natalie Pirks quits after 13 years following daughter's emotional message

The correspondent, who has provided coverage for four World Cups and four Olympic Games, is stepping away from the channel

Evening Standard · May 5