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‘Queer people exist in Iran and Egypt’: Inside the politicisation of the first-ever World Cup pride match

WORLD CUP 2026 : A match celebrating the LGBTQ+ community in conjunction with Seattle’s Pride Weekend celebrations was a perfect moment for inclusivity and football to align. Then, Iran were drawn to face Egypt. Kieran Jackson takes a look at the rainbow game – an event which turned into (another)…

The Independent UK

Seattle prepares for unlikely matchup as its World Cup Pride celebration: Egypt v Iran

Seattle’s World Cup committee is pushing forward with Pride Match celebrations this week despite backlash from the two teams involved on the field

The Guardian - US

Morocco’s hidden history: archaeology, DNA and carbon dating rewrite the story of the ancient world

For decades, stories about the ancient Mediterranean have centred on the grand cultures of Greece, Rome, Phoenicia and Egypt. North-west Africa seldom enters the picture before the arrival of Phoenician traders on the Moroccan coast about 3,000 years ago.

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The danger of US-Iran ceasefire agreement is what it leaves out

The latest U.S. military conflict with Iran appears to be over.

The Conversation

2026 World Cup Projected Bracket: It’s Opening Up for the USMNT

With only one round of group stage games remaining, Mauricio Pochettino’s side could be in line for a relatively inviting run to the quarterfinals.

Sports Illustrated

Department of Homeland Security will allow Iran to travel to US early for World Cup match

The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) says it will grant Iran extra time to prepare for their World Cup match against Egypt on Friday

The Guardian - US

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.

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Egypt vs Iran World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Egypt need just a draw to reach the Round of 16 for the first time ever. Our Egypt vs Iran World Cup 2026 predictions back Egypt to win at +145.

Sports Lens

FIFA World Cup 2026: Who won yesterday's matches?

Egypt made history with their maiden World Cup win, a 3-1 triumph over New Zealand, while Argentina and France solidified their knockout stage berths with dominant performances. Norway secured a thrilling 3-2 victory against Senegal, boosting their progression hopes. Meanwhile, Belgium and Iran played out a goalless draw, and Uruguay…

The Economic Times

World Cup: why are left-footers like Messi so valuable in soccer?

Argentina’s Lionel Messi, England’s Bukayo Saka, Spain’s Lamine Yamal and Egypt’s Mohamed Salah are all highly skilled soccer players in slightly different ways, as is the tall, powerful and technically proficient Norwegian, Erling Haaland.

The Conversation

Egypt detains hundreds of people in crackdown on illegal gold mining

The Egyptian military warned that ‘it retains all available options to deal with all threats’

The Independent UK

Mohamed Salah wildly celebrates on Vancouver streets after Egypt’s first ever World Cup win

The Egypt captain had scored in his side’s 3-1 victory over New Zealand

The Independent UK

Who Else But Mohamed Salah As Egypt’s Big Moment Arrives at the World Cup

The 34-year-old may now be in the twilight of his career but he still had one very special present to deliver for his country: a first-ever World Cup win.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup 2026: Cape Verde stun again, Spain get their redemption

Spain got their World Cup redemption and their first win by comfortably beating Saudi Arabia 4-0. Belgium went down to 10 men after the eighth red card of the tournament was handed out. The Red Devils struggled against Iran, and that game ended on a dry tally of 0-0. The…

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International Business Times UK

'We Leave With Dignity': Iran World Cup Players Leave Emotional Handwritten Letter After Belgium Draw

Iran's World Cup team left a heartfelt letter in Los Angeles, thanking supporters and referencing the Minab tragedy that killed 168 people after a tragic US strike.

International Business Times UK

Belgium's Doku Misses Iran Clash, Sparking Fresh World Cup Controversy

Belgium's Jérémy Doku missed a World Cup match due to illness, while his potential departure for family reasons sparks debate. Belgium's qualification hopes remain uncertain after a draw with Iran.

The Times of India

Egypt uncovers 5,000-year-old tombs that may reveal the birth of the pyramids

The pyramids of Egypt are so iconic that it's easy to forget they had to be invented. Somebody, at some point, had to figure out how to build increasingly ambitious stone structures and that process of trial and error didn't happen overnight. A new discovery on the eastern bank of…

The Times of India

Russian drone strikes kill five in Ukraine, including Egyptian sailor and family of three

Russian drone strikes claimed at least five lives across Ukraine early Monday, including an Egyptian sailor on a Black Sea cargo ship and a family of three in Sumy. This escalation in aerial attacks occurs amidst stalled peace efforts, with both nations intensifying drone warfare. Moscow reported intercepting numerous Ukrainian…

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The Times of India

Did explorers really find Egyptian-style artefacts in the Grand Canyon? Why experts remain sceptical

He entered a remote cave expecting to find little more than geological formations and mineral deposits. Instead, according to one of the most debated stories in American archaeology, the expedition reportedly uncovered ancient artefacts, unusual inscriptions and evidence that appeared to challenge conventional understandings of North American history.

AAP

Things are All White when defender goes on the attack

New Zealand's Finn Surman, a defender who rarely scores, got the opening goal off a corner kick in the World Cup match against Egypt.

International Business Times UK

Who Is Mohamed Salah? The Liverpool Star Just Delivered His Country's First World Cup Victory

The Egyptian captain scored and assisted in a dramatic 3-1 comeback against New Zealand, ending a decades-long wait for a World Cup victory.

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Mohamed Salah Inspires Egypt’s Comeback Win Over New Zealand in FIFA World Cup Clash

Egypt produced a spirited second-half turnaround to defeat New Zealand 3-1 in a FIFA World Cup group-stage match, with captain Mohamed Salah delivering a match-winning performance that included a goal and an assist.

The National (Scotland)

Egypt 3-1 New Zealand: Mohamed Salah strikes as Pharaohs come from behind to win

Salah scored as Egypt stormed back from a goal down to beat New Zealand 3-1 and claim their first-ever World Cup win.

Euronews

Spain pound Saudi Arabia 4-0 as Egypt tops Group G in matchday two fixtures of the 2026 World Cup

Spain returns to its winning ways as Egypt break their group’s draw deadlock in the second matchday fixtures for groups G and H at the 2026 World Cup.

AAP

SPO:Egyptian elation as Salah provides a Mo-ment of magic

Mohamed Salah scored his 68th international goal to help Egypt secure their first ever World Cup win with a 3-1 victory over New Zealand in Canada.

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