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Why are Argentina fans singing about England and the Falklands at the World Cup?

There is a unique historical tension surrounding England vs Argentina which will ensure their World Cup semi-final is a fiery affair

The Independent UK

Why can't Michael Oliver referee the World Cup final?

FIFA’s conflict-of-interest rules mean the Englishman is barred from overseeing Sunday’s showpiece

Evening Standard

Why have FIFA sent England pair home from the World Cup?

Two Premier League representatives at the 2026 World Cup have been told their services are no longer required

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The politics behind World Cup referee appointments

Referees, their decisions and their appointments have been a hot topic of conversation this week at the World Cup

The Independent UK

Who is Anthony Taylor? The referee for Portugal v Spain

Portugal and Spain go head-to-head in the World Cup's last 16

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How World Cup Referee Salaries Compare to Premier League, MLS, La Liga

There are over 50 different referees at the expanded 2026 World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

Who is Anthony Taylor? The official in charge of Senegal vs Iraq

There will be a familiar face in the middle for the probable last World Cup game for Senegal and Iraq

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Who is the referee for Uzbekistan vs Colombia?

Group K action continues with unfancied Uzbekistan taking on South American side Colombia in the early hours

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The one redeeming quality of the Misfits boxing circus

Misfits pushed right up to the thin crossover line between boxing and the glory days of wrestling as strongman Eddie Hall faced Tommy Fury

The Independent UK

How much will referees get paid for the World Cup?

World Cup referees are in line to earn up to $100,000 with big bonuses if they are chosen for the latter stages of the tournament

The Independent UK

‘It can all end with one bad game’: the highs and lows of a World Cup referee

Even the finest officials miss out on a place at the finals and for those who do get the nod, decisions can make or break a dream

The Guardian - UK

Chelsea 1-3 Nottingham Forest: Premier League – as it happened

Chelsea suffered their sixth consecutive league defeat in a match overshadowed by a head injury sustained by Jesse Derry on his full debut for the hosts

The Guardian - UK

Chelsea Player Ratings vs. Nottingham Forest: Blues Sink to 33-Year Low

Chelsea were one spectacular piece of skill away from setting a new all-time club record.

Sports Illustrated

Arsenal get red card review as Man City star avoids punishment for 'denial of obvious goalscoring opportunity'

The fallout from Sunday’s title showdown continues as both teams were lucky to keep all 11 players on the pitch

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Why was Gabriel not sent off for Erling Haaland ‘headbutt’?

Haaland admitted he could have ‘fallen on the floor’ to get the Arsenal centre-back sent off, but stayed on his feet

Sports Illustrated

FIFA Reveals Full List of Referees for 2026 World Cup

All six confederations will send match officials to the 48-team tournament.

The Independent UK

World Cup officials announced by Fifa with two Premier League referees picked

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Two Premier League referees selected for 2026 Fifa World Cup

The record-high 48-team, 104-game tournament will see 52 referees and 30 video assistant referees used

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Man arrested over alleged racist abuse at Tyne-Wear derby

Last month’s Tyne-Wear derby was briefly paused following a report of racist abuse

Evening Standard

Newcastle vow action after alleged racist abuse halts Sunderland derby

Tyne-Wear derby was paused in second half at St James’ Park after report of racist abuse towards Lutsharel Geertruida

The Guardian - UK

Newcastle promise action after alleged racist abuse stops derby with Sunderland

Sunderland’s Tyne-Wear derby victory at Newcastle was overshadowed by reports that Lutsharel Geertruida had been the subject of racist abuse from home fans

The Independent UK

Tyne-Wear derby paused after report of discriminatory abuse

Sunderland’s Lutsharel Geertruida spoke to the match officials during an injury stoppage in the second half.

The Independent UK

Newcastle vs Sunderland halted for alleged racist abuse of Lutsharel Geertruida

The match was stopped for three minutes early in the second half after Geertruida was the victim of alleged racist abuse from the crowd, with the Premier League quickly releasing a statement

Sports Illustrated

Newcastle, Sunderland Derby Halted After Racist Abuse Report

The first step of the Premier League’s three-step protocol was initiated by referee Anthony Taylor.

The Guardian - UK

Premier League and Carabao Cup final team news: predicted lineups

Newcastle host Sunderland in the Tyne-Wear derby while Arsenal and Manchester City contest a trophy at Wembley

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