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Why Uzbekistan’s World Cup goal against Portugal was ruled out – and Lionel Messi’s against Austria wasn’t

Portugal had led 2-0 thanks to Cristiano Ronaldo and Nuno Mendes, before s’s goal was ruled out in Houston

The Independent UK

Can anyone even still entertain the Messi v Ronaldo debate?

“Is there anyone alive who honestly believes not just that Ronaldo’s a better plater, but that there’s any sort of debate at all?”

The Independent UK

Guns for hire and gegenpress eggheads bring World Cup subplots aplenty

In today’s Football Daily: Shining a light on maverick managerial match-ups, and Leo Østigård’s exhaustion

The Guardian - UK

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10 Photos of Lionel Messi's Wife: Antonela Roccuzzo Steals the Spotlight With Viral Pre-World Cup Bikini Post

Antonela Roccuzzo has gone viral after a leopard-print bikini post drew more than 2.4 million likes ahead of Lionel Messi's World Cup 2026 campaign.

International Business Times UK

Lionel Messi Scores Hat Trick, Matches All-Time World Cup Record in Opening Win

The soccer legend stunned on Tuesday night in Argentina’s opener against Algeria.

Sports Illustrated

Juanse Reveals the Unexpected Reason Ratones Paranoicos Are Hitting the U.S. During the World Cup - INTERVIEW

When Ratones Paranoicos announced two U.S. shows during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the easy assumption was that Argentina's most Rolling Stones-obsessed rock band had designed the perfect soccer-meets-rock operation. Dallas. Miami. Messi country. Thousands of Argentines. A World Cup in the United States. What could be more calculated? According…

Latin Times

Mauricio Pochettino: ‘No one sees the USA as a contender – but why not?’

The men’s head coach tells Sid Lowe about his ‘American dream’ at the World Cup and tempering the host nation’s ‘arrogant’ expectations

The Guardian - UK

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Ranked! The 100 best football players of all time

The 100 best football players who have ever lived: from Messi to Maradona, Cristiano to Cruyff and everyone in between

FourFourTwo

FIFA World Cup 2026: Football body's chief Infantino faces questions on eve of tournament

FIFA President Gianni Infantino will address the media before the 2026 World Cup. Concerns linger over high ticket prices and United States immigration policies. Somali referee, Omar Artan was denied entry. Protests are also anticipated in Mexico City with the potential to disrupt the games. Meanwhile, Lionel Messi showed good…

The Economic Times

How to Watch Argentina vs. Iceland on TV, Live Stream

Argentina faces Iceland for the second time, having shared the spoils at the 2018 World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

‘We’re going to be in an unreal, mad World Cup time zone’: Kelly Cates on presenting in Salford at 2am

BBC TV and radio host on sportswashing, the brilliance of watching Argentina up close and why Donald Trump won’t be able to hijack the football glory

The Guardian - UK

FIFA Fans Are Going To Froth The New Collab With Hasbro Which Includes World Cup Monopoly Deal

Game on!

Pedestrian.tv

The Story Behind All 48 Sports Illustrated World Cup Covers

Artists strongly connected to each nation created an illustration that captures the cultural heartbeat of soccer in their country.

Sports Illustrated

The good, the bad and the AI of World Cup 2026 adverts

From Messi and Timothee Chalamet to an AI David Beckham, who wins the battle of the World Cup ads?

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Supercharged GOAT-level swim‑genius Adam Ramsay-Peaty is the Messi of breaststroke

The three-time Olympic champion is brilliant, charismatic, relatable, basically the best British athlete of all-time. But he’s also a victim of the decline of minority sports

Cycling News

'The Messi or Ronaldo of cycling' – Tadej Pogačar remains a cut above at Tour of Flanders despite superstars aligning to challenge him

World Champion credits fellow superstars for continued improvement, says they 'are pushing each other to another level'

Sports Illustrated

Barcelona XI vs. Atletico Madrid: Rashford’s Time to Shine—Injury News, Predicted Lineup

Atlético Madrid stand in Barcelona’s way towards a 33rd Copa del Rey crown.

Sports Illustrated

Transfer Rumors: Ronaldo Eyes Saudi Arabia Exit; Messi Agrees Inter Miami Departure

Sandro Tonali, Jude Bellingham, Enzo Fernández and Tyrell Malacia all feature in today’s gossip.

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‘People wanted Ronaldo banned at the start of the World Cup – it was disrespectful to a player who’s put Portugal on the map. FIFA treated him fairly’ Maniche on Cristiano Ronaldo’s red card controversy

The ban following Ronaldo’s red card against Ireland was suspended by FIFA

Sports Illustrated

‘Disaster’—Real Madrid Summer Signings Reflect on Harsh Criticism

Three of Los Blancos’ four summer signings have failed to consistently impress in recent months.

The Guardian - UK

Union Saint-Gilloise’s Christian Burgess: ‘I’ll definitely be asking Harry Kane for his shirt’

The former Portsmouth defender tells Ben Fisher he took a chance by moving to Brussels but is now preparing to mark the England captain in the Champions League

Sports Illustrated

Transfer Rumors: Man Utd Eye Rodrygo; Alexander-Arnold’s Premier League Option

Marc Guéhi, Carlos Baleba, Federico Chiesa and Yan Diomande all feature in today’s gossip.

Sports Illustrated

Transfer Rumors: Fernandes Eyes Record Man Utd Exit; €100 Million Offer for Raphinha

Antoine Semenyo, Bradley Barcola, Marc Guéhi, Vinicius Jr and many more feature in today’s gossip.

Sports Illustrated

Transfer Rumors: Chelsea Eye Double Swoop for Rosenior; Man Utd’s €90 Million Winger Bid

Rafael Leão, Vinicius Junior, Vitinha, Casemiro and Robert Lewandowski also feature in today’s gossip.

Sports Illustrated

Barcelona Predicted Lineup vs. Athletic Club: Three Stars Return for Super Cup Charge

Key substitutes that decided Barcelona’s victory vs. Espanyol will be rewarded with a start in the Spanish Super Cup semifinal.

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