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THE TRUTH ABOUT: Pele person - Caught on Camera

World Cup, Ballon d’Or, Champions League, Euros … has Rodri completed football?

Plus: the most World Cup assists, Ballon d’Or winners with fewest caps and what happens to World Cup balls?

The Guardian - UK

Michael Olise Breaks Pele’s All-Time World Cup Record in France’s Third Place Defeat

Real Madrid have been paying particular attention to Olise’s performances in North America.

Sports Illustrated

FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi's World Cup greatness, one record at a time

The spotlight will be firmly on Argentina captain Lionel Messi, who is expected to play the final World Cup match of his career. The 39-year-old will become only the second player after Cafu to appear in three World Cup finals and heads into the decider after scoring eight goals, putting…

The Economic Times

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Quote of the day by Pelé: "Success isn't determined by how many times you win, but by how you play the week after you lose" - a powerful lesson on failure, resilience and the attitude that defines what happens next

Pelé believed true success is revealed after a loss, not solely by victories. How individuals handle doubt after defeat shows their long-term durability. A win confirms preparation worked, while a loss creates doubt to overcome. Returning to routine after setbacks creates opportunities to move forward. This principle applies beyond sports…

The Times of India

Kylian Mbappé: How France's superstar is chasing FIFA World Cup 2026 glory and football immortality

Kylian Mbappé has become a defining athlete of his generation. His speed and finishing have earned admiration far beyond football. Mbappé's influence extends beyond scoring goals for France. He is increasingly compared with sporting legends for his consistent excellence. His legacy is still being written as he enters his career's…

The Economic Times

The stutter-step penalty is widely reviled but it’s here to stay

Brazil’s exit revived debate over the stutter-step penalty, a Brazilian innovation that remains one of football’s most daring and divisive techniques

The Guardian - US

World Cup 2026: France crush Sweden while Mexico continue perfect start

Didier Deschamps' side impressed once again as they raced past Sweden 3-0 and will face Paraguay next. Michael Olise provided two assists and is now just one short of equaling Pelé's record in a single World Cup. Meanwhile, Mexico recorded their fourth clean sheet and are the only side not…

France 24

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Who has scored the most goals at a World Cup without winning the Golden Boot?

Plus: World Cup teams stuck on nul points and teams who broke their duck with a drubbing

The Guardian - UK

The 2026 World Cup is the greatest architectural experiment in the tournament’s history

When football commentators analyse a World Cup match, they tend to focus on tactics, technical ability, physical conditioning and psychology. If a team wins away from home, we hear about mentality. If a player scores a spectacular goal, we praise their vision or instinct. Yet there is another factor that…

The Conversation

Bill Nuttall on saving Pelé’s penalty and building a US team from scratch

Former goalkeeper and US Soccer general manager is hosting the Spain team at his training camp in Chattanooga

The Guardian - UK

Brazil fans were waiting for Vinícius Júnior to be their hero. He’s arrived

Vini Jr has been a star at Real Madrid for a long time. Now he is truly delivering for his country at a World Cup

The Guardian - UK

‘They’re defeating nations who occupied’: inside Bangladesh’s World Cup love affair with Argentina and Brazil

The nation of more than 170 million people – and its diaspora – have long supported the South American giants

The Guardian - US

Neymar Makes Long-Awaited Return to Selecao, Appears in Fourth World Cup

The Brazilian legend took the pitch after nearly three years away from international competition.

Sports Illustrated

Cristiano Ronaldo Sets World Cup Record Even Lionel Messi Won’t Break

Ronaldo’s record-breaking moment wasn’t even the most important thing he did for Portugal against Uzbekistan.

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Lamine Yamal Enters Record Books Once More With Spain Exploits

The Spaniard marked his return to Spain’s team after injury in style.

The Economic Times

On This Day in History, June 21: Ferris wheel opens, Okinawa battle ends, Greenland gains self-rule, WNBA launches, US Constitution takes effect, 5th Harry Potter and other key events

On This Day in History, June 21 saw the opening of the world's first Ferris wheel, the end of Japanese resistance on Okinawa during World War II, Brazil and Pelé secure a third World Cup title, Greenland gain expanded self-government and the launch of the WNBA. The date also includes…

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Matheus Cunha does the double for table-topping Brazil

Matheus Cunha struck twice and Vinicius Jr added another ‌first-half goal against Haiti to send five-times champions Brazil top ‌of Group C in the World Cup.

France 24

Vinícius and Cunha fire Brazil past Haiti and into World Cup contention

Vinícius Júnior scored and set up one of Matheus Cunha's two goals as Brazil beat Haiti 3-0 on Friday to strengthen their bid for a place in the World Cup knockout stage. Haiti became the first team eliminated from the tournament, while Brazil responded emphatically after their opening draw with…

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2026 World Cup: The 12 Best Individual Performances of First Group Games

Many of the big names stepped up in the tournament’s opening matches.

Sports Illustrated

Kylian Mbappe Is Three Goals Away From World Cup Immortality

It’s only a matter of time before the Frenchman cements himself as the greatest goalscorer in the competition’s history.

The Guardian - UK

Wedding parties, the Hand of God and Lineker – The Big One invades summer like nothing else

Forget the Olympic and the rest. People across the planet remember where they were for their biggest World Cup matches

The Independent UK

Pele’s World Cup medal to go under the hammer alongside classic memorabilia

The medal, awarded when the footballer was a teenager, is expected to bring in up to £500,000 alone

Sports Illustrated

The 15 Greatest World Cup Soccer Players Of All Time—Ranked

Delivering on the FIFA World Cup stage comes with a unique level of pressure. For established superstars, there is the weight of expectation. For rising talents

Sports Illustrated

Four Takeaways As Emotional Raul Jimenez Moment Marks Mexico’s Opening Win

El Tri started the 2026 World Cup on home turf as brilliantly as anticipated.

The Guardian - UK

World Cup day is upon us: chill, relax and revel in the euphoria and despair

In today’s Football Daily: It’s finally here, baby

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