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26 reasons why World Cup 2026 will be historic

Six-foot eagles, warmongering Peace Prize winners and Lady Gaga on pens? It could be quite the summer…

FourFourTwo · Jun 11

Football and politics collide as World Cup kicks off in shadow of war, travel bans

The 2026 World Cup kicks off on Thursday with a record 48 teams vying for the most coveted prize in football and a slew of controversies over ticket prices, geopolitical tensions and visa restrictions imposed by the Trump administration casting a pall over the beautiful game’s quadrennial extravaganza.

France 24 · Jun 11

TV tonight: the World Cup kicks off with three opening ceremonies

J Balvin and Tyla perform at the first one in Mexico City. Plus: did James Dean create a new model of vulnerable masculinity? Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK · Jun 11

World Cup 2026 Messi vs Ronaldo memes: The GOAT debate, the farewell, and one last fight for glory

World Cup 2026 Messi Vs Ronaldo Memes: The final chapter of a legendary sports rivalry is currently unfolding across North America. As the tournament kicks off, World Cup 2026 Messi Vs Ronaldo memes flood our timelines. We are witnessing a monumental cultural shift disguised as casual digital humor. These viral…

The Economic Times · Jun 10

World Cup 2026: France, Spain, Argentina... Who are the favourites?

Will Spain or England add a second star to their shirts? Are we set for a final rematch between Argentina and France? Or can Senegal or Morocco clinch a first title for Africa? Here’s a look at the favourites and dark horses at the 2026 World Cup.

France 24 · Jun 10

The headphones World Cup: from Beats to Bose, which audio brands are winning over football's elite?

The earcups of the World Cup

What Hi-Fi? · Jun 10

FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi, Ronaldo and stars who may be playing their final World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is poised to be a farewell stage for football legends like Messi and Ronaldo, potentially marking their sixth appearances. Veteran stars such as Modric, Ochoa, Neymar, and Salah also face a final opportunity to cement their legacies on the international scene.

The Economic Times · Jun 10

Five Latino Stars to Watch Closely During the 2026 World Cup

From Messi to Gilberto Mora, these five players are poised to be among the biggest storylines for their national teams at the tournament.

Latin Times · Jun 10

Tadej Pogačar named as one of 100 most influential people in sport for 2026 alongside World Cup stars Messi and Ronaldo

World champion included in 'Icons' section of prestigious list, alongside Lionel Messi, Mikaela Shiffrin and Carlos Alcaraz

Cycling News · Jun 10

Quote of the Day by Lionel Messi: “I have fun like a child in the street. When the day comes when I'm not enjoying it, I will leave football.”

Quote of the Day: Lionel Messi emphasizes that his continued enjoyment of football, akin to a child playing in the street, is paramount. He states that if the joy disappears, he will leave the sport, highlighting the importance of passion over pressure and the need for self-awareness to know when…

The Economic Times · Jun 10