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Not child's play: Iran honours victims of Minab strikes ahead of football match

Iran is honouring students lost in a missile strike. The national football team competes as 'Minab 168' in the FIFA World Cup. They wear gold pins as a tribute. The country's foreign ministry rejects US claims about the incident. Iran's resilience is built on the memory of the departed.

The Economic Times

Graham Arnold ready to shock the world all over again

Not content with sealing Iraq's first World Cup berth in 40 years, former Socceroos boss Graham Arnold is out to rock football's grandest stage all over again.

AAP

‘Beautiful moment’: fans of New Zealand and Iran draw on World Cup fervour together

Electrifying mood among those at a bar in Wellington watching a game that threatened to be overshadowed by international politics

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‘He liked that people were scared of him’: my year unpicking fantasy and reality with a veteran of Italy’s football ultras

I’ve met many hardcore, violent fans, but the hostage-negotiating, cocaine-smuggling, Marxist-Leninist Alessandro Casolari still stood out

The Guardian - UK

Bleep tests, alcohol bans and Gazza: Italia 90 set the bar for England and sports science

Bobby Robson employed a head of human performance for the World Cup and, despite wariness, the players got on board

The Guardian - UK

Iran held by New Zealand in World Cup opener overshadowed by politics

Iran twice came from behind to salvage a 2–2 draw against New Zealand in a World Cup opener overshadowed by geopolitical tensions, protests and months of conflict with the United States. The result leaves Team Melli still searching for a breakthrough on football's biggest stage.

France 24

Pat Forde: Brendan Sorsby’s College Career Is Over Because of the Big 12’s Mounting Pressure

The conference’s firm stance that the quarterback should not play this season could be a blueprint for future league activism.

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Who is Sarpreet Singh, the Indian-origin footballer representing New Zealand at the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

New Zealand's Sarpreet Singh, of Indian heritage, will play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He is the first Sikh footballer at the tournament. Singh aims to help New Zealand advance from a tough group. His journey includes playing in Germany and overcoming injury. Many in India will follow his…

The Economic Times

World Cup puts a price on the power and the glory

Analysis: Watching six weeks of football on TV is going to be the least of your concerns when you come to pay your electricity bills over coming months and years, writes Jonathan Milne.

Newsroom.co.nz

FIFA World Cup: Is Luis Suarez playing in World Cup 2026? Check Uruguay roster including Saudi Arabia, Cape Verde, Spain

Luis Suarez is an Uruguay legend who has left indleible mark in the FIFA football World Cups throughout his illustrious international soccer career.

The Economic Times

Deion Sanders Asked the Brendan Sorsby Question Everyone—Especially Texas Tech—Should Be Asking

Sanders hit the nail on the head with his recent comments about the Brendan Sorsby controversy.

Sports Illustrated

Gary Lineker promises to host The Rest Is Football in his pants if one thing happens at the 2026 World Cup

We could see the return of Gary Lineker in just his pants if this one thing happens at the 2026 World Cup

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Japan's anime spirit: The playbook behind a World Cup masterclass

As Japan takes the stage in the World Cup, their journey reflects a deep-rooted passion for football that captivates fans worldwide. Their recent duel with the Netherlands highlighted a blend of technical finesse and strategic gameplay. This impressive showing is rooted in a vibrant athletic culture that thrives at schools…

The Economic Times

Fab's Favorite Scoring System For Your 2026 Fantasy Football Leagues

The method is a perfect blend of standard scoring with sensible bonuses to make games more fun to track.

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For countries contesting the FIFA World Cup, size doesn’t always mean goals and glory

The planet’s biggest sporting event – the FIFA Men’s World Cup – is now underway, drawing a television audience of billions and a stadium audience of millions.

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Football's best behind-the-scenes documentaries after Manchester United's Amazon All or Nothing announcement

Manchester United are set to allow Amazon cameras into their inner sanctum

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The Most Handsome Footballers At The World Cup, Including Trilingual King And Underwear Model

The World Cup is full of stunning goals, but these players are also scoring major points with fans online.

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'Nike Goal-Dang' combines art and football

Play Art House on Song Wat Road has been transformed into "Nike Goal-Dang", a hyper-local cultural retail pop-up, which is open daily from 11am to 7pm, until Sunday.

Evening Standard

James Trafford issues Man City future update amid England No1 question

Shotstopper knows he needs to be playing regular football if he is to usurp Jordan Pickford

France 24

World Cup 2026: Debutants Cape Verde hold European champions Spain to shock draw

World Cup newcomers Cape Verde held off favourites Spain in a goalless draw in Atlanta on Monday, delivering a defensive masterclass in their first appearance on football's biggest stage to produce the first shock of the tournament against the European champions.

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From WAG to Mogul: The Billion-Dollar Brand Empire Behind the World's Ultimate Football Partners

Inside the rising WAG influencer economy where football partners turn social media visibility into luxury brand deals, earning thousands per post and building global personal brands.

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Bybit Launches Trade & Hold $TRUMP Campaign Featuring $100,000 Prize Pool and VIP Football Finals Experience

DUBAI, UAE, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has announced the launch of its Trade & Hold $TRUMP campaign, offering eligible participants the opportunity to share up to 100,000 USDT in rewards and compete for a luxury VIP experience at the 2026…

The Economic Times

'NYC take note': Japan fans celebrate World Cup draw at Shibuya Crossing, then clear streets in seconds for traffic in viral video

A viral video from Tokyo's Shibuya Crossing shows Japanese football fans celebrating a World Cup draw, then calmly clearing the street for traffic when the lights change. This display of civic responsibility has garnered global admiration, with many contrasting it with less orderly celebrations elsewhere. The clip highlights Japan's reputation…

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