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President Sheinbaum Hands National Flag to Memo Ochoa and Mexico is Officially World Cup-ready

President Claudia Sheinbaum officially presented the Mexican national flag to El Tri at the CAR facility in Mexico City, with goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa receiving the colors just three days before Mexico's World Cup opener against South Africa.

Latin Times

World Cup nears kickoff after pre-tournament turbulence

MEXICO CITY - The World Cup kicks off on Thursday with FIFA betting that the enduring appeal of the greatest footballing show on earth can rise above anger at soaring ticket prices, an uneasy political climate in Donald Trump's America and the shadow of conflict in the Middle East.

Bangkok Post

Lineker says ‘marriage’ with BBC ‘starting to run out of love’ by time he left

The former England footballer was the presenter of BBC’s Match Of The Day for 26 years until he stepped down in May last year.

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Luciano Pavarotti World Cup football shirts to celebrate singer’s 90th year

Both shirts feature the closing line of Nessun Dorma.

Evening Standard

How a Lucozade pouch is helping England’s stars to cope with the heat at the World Cup

The Football Association has been preparing meticulously for the unique stresses of the largest tournament yet

The Independent UK

When Brendan Sorsby Can Actually Play for Texas Tech After Winning Injunction

When can Sorsby actually play for Texas Tech in 2026? And who will play in his stead?

Sports Illustrated

Somali referee axed from World Cup after being denied entry to US: FIFA

LOS ANGELES (UNITED STATES) - Award-winning Somali referee Omar Artan has been dropped from officiating at the World Cup after being barred from entering the United States, world football's governing body FIFA said on Monday.

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Somali referee dropped from World Cup after being refused entry to US

Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan has been ruled out of officiating at the 2026 World Cup after being denied entry to the United States, FIFA said Monday, in a decision that prevents him from becoming the first Somali official to referee at the tournament.

France 24

Everything you need to know about the 2026 World Cup football

Here's everything you need to know about Adidas' new Trionda football ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Tom’s Guide

Fifa vice-president Victor Montagliani: ‘MLS can become the second-biggest league in the world. Maybe the biggest’

The Canadian has been tipped as Gianni Infantino’s successor. He defends World Cup ticket prices and explains why the Premier League may soon have a rival

The Guardian - US

‘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

Platini switches to French courts in long-running FIFA feud

LAUSANNE - Michel Platini said Monday he is suing the head of world football Gianni Infantino in the latest chapter in a battle that began when scandal derailed the Frenchman's 2015 bid for the FIFA presidency.

Bangkok Post

FIFA World Cup GROUP J: Messi, Argentina seek rare world cup repeat

Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, aims to defend their World Cup title. Algeria makes a return after a decade. Austria seeks to advance past the first round for the first time in decades. Jordan makes its debut. These teams are gearing up for the global football tournament.

The Economic Times

Top African referee Omar Artan refused access to US and will miss World Cup

Omar Artan was going to be the first Somali to officiate at a World Cup but was refused entry at Miami airport despite a valid travel visa

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What Hi-Fi?

This small Sky upgrade could make a big difference for World Cup football fans

No longer will goals be spoiled by the pub down the road

The National (Scotland)

Israeli billionaire slammed for calling Celtic fans 'bigots' for Robbie Keane protest

PRO-PALESTINE campaigners have hit out at an Israeli-Canadian billionaire who accused Celtic supporters of “practising pure, unadulterated bigotry…

The Economic Times

The World Cup's biggest underdogs train on a beach, and their story will give you goosebumps

Curaçao, the World Cup's smallest nation, makes history with a remarkable debut. Training on beaches and travelling in a unique school bus, this Dutch-born squad, led by the oldest manager ever, defied odds to qualify. They aim to surprise giants like Germany, fueled by island-wide passion and a winning mentality.

The Guardian - UK

WSL2 side Durham warn they will ‘cease operations’ without cash injection in 21 days

The club said they don’t have sufficient funds to operate in the 2026-27 season as talks with potential investors ‘have fallen away’

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The Independent UK

Divock Origi: Former Liverpool and AC Milan forward announces retirement from football

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Euronews

FIFA settles long-running €65m legal dispute with Lassana Diarra, no compensation paid

FIFA said it "does not acknowledge any wrongdoing and has not made any compensation payments."

Evening Standard

World Cup 2026: Where to watch the England v Ghana game on big screens in London

The best places to get together with other fans to watch the World Cup in London

Sports Illustrated

Patrick Mahomes Among Potential 2026 Fantasy Football Quarterback Busts

Signal-callers you should beware of in drafts, or who could fail to meet expectations based on a previous high level of fantasy success.

The National (Scotland)

Government to decide on giant battery storage site plan after council rejection

THE Scottish Government will consider plans for a battery storage site the size of almost two football pitches near Inverurie after it was refused…

The Guardian - UK

It’s World Cup week – will the hope, memes and dreams be as good as it gets?

In today’s Football Daily: has the World Cup already peaked?

The Guardian - UK

Austria World Cup 2026 team guide

An established squad has stayed true to Ralf Rangnick’s methods with Konrad Laimer and the bright new talent Paul Wanner lending some star quality

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