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Why the United States are OUT of the World Cup

The United States are out of the World Cup after a disappointing 4-1 defeat to Belgium. But after a tournament where they've looked dangerous and creative, why did they capitulate so badly in their biggest game for a generation? Adam Clery looks at the performances, as well as the controversial…

The Independent UK

Anthony Gordon hails ‘amazing’ England World Cup team spirit and reveals advice from Harry Kane

Gordon starred against Mexico, winning the match-winning penalty that was converted by Harry Kane

The Independent UK

Celtic-linked World Cup star's transfer release clause drops £6m as new fee revealed

Celtic would have to stump up £10 million to land Egypt's World Cup hero Haissem Hassan after his new transfer release clause was revealed.

The National (Scotland)

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'The Trump Curse': Is Donald Trump a bad omen for sports teams?

Following the elimination of the US at the World Cup, social media went into a frenzy with claims of a “Trump curse”. There seems to be prior form, as fans are citing other losses linked to Trump’s team endorsements or even his presence at games.

Euronews

Unilever's big World Cup bet is all about building 'desire at scale'

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Fortune

Alan Shearer would 'give up Premier League goal record' for an England World Cup win

Premier League great is willing to sacrifice is biggest career achievement

Evening Standard

Why are there no World Cup football matches today?

After 27 consecutive days of action, the schedule is clear

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How a box-office World Cup descended into fury and farce to leave Fifa with a huge problem

WORLD CUP 2026: The tournament has delivered hugely on the pitch, Miguel Delaney writes, but the apparent undermining of sporting integrity leaves major questions

The Independent UK

I tried Harry Kane’s football boots – but could they give me his Midas touch?

There are two people called Harry in this piece, and one of them is significantly better at football than the other. Could donning the England captain’s boots help me bridge the gap?

The Independent UK

Egypt star claims World Cup is ‘directed towards Argentina’ after controversial loss

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Clare Balding brutally told off by Jannik Sinner for bringing up World Cup at Wimbledon

The BBC presenter, 55, was also shut down by Tim Henman during an earlier strained chat

Evening Standard

England: Jordan Henderson speaks out for first time after suffering freak injury at World Cup

Veteran midfielder suffered a suspected broken arm while celebrating beating Mexico

Evening Standard

Erling Haaland's Strict Diet Has One Delicious Exception: Butter Chicken and Garlic Naan

Erling Haaland has once again become one of football's biggest talking points. The Norwegian striker has been in sensational form at the FIFA World Cup 2026, continuing his remarkable goalscoring run with two goals in Norway's thrilling 3-2 victory over Senegal. With that performance, Haaland became only the sixth player…

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‘Suffered an injustice': Egypt coach blasts referee in dramatic World Cup exit to Argentina

Egypt ⁠coach ⁠Hossam Hassan on Tuesday said his team had "suffered an injustice" in the wake of his team's loss to Argentina in a round of 16 match in Atlanta. Hassan took issue with the French referee on several counts, including a decision that disallowed a goal that had initially…

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The Guardian - UK

World Cup 2026: Egypt fury after Argentina win thriller, injured Henderson staying with England – as it happened

Egypt complained about the officials in their defeat to Argentina and Henderson underwent surgery

The National (Scotland)

Ex-Rangers star makes vital World Cup impact to set up Lionel Messi showdown

Former Rangers striker Itten helped Switzerland get through to the World Cup quarter-finals, scoring a vital spot-kick against Colombia.

The Guardian - UK

Morocco set a proud example for Africa as France await at World Cup

The 2022 World Cup semi-finalists have delighted fans at home and set an example to other sides beset with off-field problems

The Guardian - UK

Is Neymar the first to bookend his international career with goals at the same venue?

Plus: national team colours that are different from flags; Senegal’s goal difference record setters; and Scotland’s unbeaten 1974 tournament

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Billionaire soccer fan Ken Griffin helped engineer Team USA's best World Cup run in 24 years. Now, he looks 'forward to building on that momentum'

Griffin contributed the largest financial gift to the U.S. men's national team nearly two years ago to secure Mauricio Pochettino as their head coach.

The National (Scotland)

Champions League-winning boss emerges as shock contender to replace Steve Clarke

Benitez has refused to rule himself out of the running for the Scotland job after Steve Clarke’s shock exit in the wake of the World Cup.

The National (Scotland)

Switzerland 0-0 Colombia (4-3): South Americans pay the penalty in spot-kick finale

Vargas struck the winning spot-kick as Switzerland beat Colombia 4-3 in a penalty shoot-out to reach the World Cup quarter-finals

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Esports World Cup 2026 VALORANT: Schedule, results, teams, format, and streams

Find everything about EWC VALORANT here.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish lawyer warns FIFA red card row may bring Infantino down and haunt World Cup

FIFA’s decision to suspend Folarin Balogun's ban will have implications for the World Cup and the governing body's under-fire president…

France 24

World Cup: Messi's Argentina pull off miracle comeback against Egypt

Trailing 2-0 with 15 minutes to go, Argentina came from behind to beat Egypt 3-2 in the World Cup round of 16. Argentina will face Switzerland in the quarter-finals.

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Scottish singer Lewis Capaldi forks out thousands on drinks for England fans after World Cup win

Lewis Capaldi spent almost £2,000 on drinks for England fans after their World Cup win over Mexico earlier this week, during a night out with fellow pop megastar Rita Ora.

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