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World Cup 2026 news: Messi returns to Argentina action; UN urges US immigration ‘re-think’ – as it happened

All the news, analysis and buildup as to the World Cup before the opening ceremony on Thursday

The Guardian - UK

A street in The Hague is drenched in orange as Netherlands soccer fans celebrate the World Cup

Soccer fans in the Netherlands are gripped by orange fever as the World Cup approaches

The Independent UK

Gary Lineker’s Netflix World Cup is underway – but his rival is not the BBC

WORLD CUP 2026: Netflix ‘begged’ to stream 40 consecutive episodes of Lineker’s ‘The Rest is Football’ podcast during the World Cup, which will seek to challenge Gary Neville’s ‘Stick to Football’ for cut-through rather than the BBC or ITV. By Jamie Braidwood

The Independent UK

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Mexico and a history of playing in repeat World Cup opening fixtures

Plus: a national first for Madrid and have Everton supplied the most former managers to World Cup 2026?

The Guardian - UK

Watching the World Cup on a Samsung TV? Change these 5 sound and picture settings

Learn which five Samsung TV settings to adjust for World Cup-viewing.

Tom’s Guide

Wednesday briefing: What to expect from a World Cup beset with controversy

In today’s newsletter: From Donald Trump’s involvement to fans shut out, a look at the politics, on-the-pitch predictions and more from the biggest tournament yet for the beautiful game

The Guardian - UK

From the brink to the bar: How the World Cup could save London’s hospitality sector

Football fans are set to spend big — and the capital’s hard-hit hospitality scene is out to make the most of it

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At FIFA World Cup stadiums, there will be zero tolerance for drones because of the threat they pose

Security is heightened for the World Cup with a strict no-drone policy over stadiums. Law enforcement has new powers to disable or shoot down drones. The FBI is treating all drones as potential threats. Early detection is key, but some advanced tactics could bypass defenses. The government is investing in…

The Economic Times

How to watch World Cup 2026 – watch from anywhere, including free options

The World Cup 2026 is ready to put on a show this summer — here's how to stream every game from anywhere in the world, including for free.

Forecasting the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot With Prediction Markets

For all players participating in the FIFA World Cup in 2026, representing their countries at international football’s biggest tournament is an honour worthy of celebration.

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Like a Bos: Socceroos gun ready for World Cup lift-off

Jordan Bos is arguably already the Socceroos' best player and the dynamic left wing-back could propel himself to superstardom at the World Cup.

AAP

Mexico doubles down on security before 2026 World Cup

MEXICO CITY - Thousands of armed police patrol alongside tourists in Mexico City, where authorities say security is under control in the days leading up to the World Cup.

Bangkok Post

World Cup betting offers, odds & price boosts for all today's games

Find the best World Cup betting offers, latest match odds and predictions for today’s games

Evening Standard

Bukayo Saka is playing through pain barrier, says Tuchel, as World Cup looms

Bukayo Saka continues to play through the pain of an achilles injury, according to the England manager, Thomas Tuchel, and must be managed carefully at the World Cup

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England: Thomas Tuchel delivers verdict on 'heavy favourites' tag ahead of World Cup

Some bookmakers have installed England as third favourites in North America

Sports Illustrated

11 Players Real Madrid Signed After Standout World Cup Performances

Los Blancos have a history of using the World Cup to audition talent.

The Independent UK

Nearly 180,000 tickets are still available through World Cup resale portals: report

The opening match for the U.S. team against Paraguay is still not sold out

The Guardian - UK

Didier Deschamps: ‘Mbappé knows that when he speaks, he speaks for all the players’

Questioned in France but championed from afar, the departing head coach has forged a legacy that no one – bar, perhaps, himself – would dare dispute

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The Guardian - US

World Cup 94 chief Alan Rothenberg: ‘We wanted Whitney Houston on the pitch but Fifa said no’

The man in charge the last time the US hosted the World Cup marvels at the transformation of football in America over the last 32 years

The Guardian - UK

Why ‘podcast wars’ will be real broadcast battleground at this World Cup

This summer’s hottest rivalry no longer belongs to the BBC and ITV, but football’s online and streaming presence

The Independent UK

Takeaways from AP's report on how World Cup host cities are approaching homelessness

Some North American cities are using the upcoming World Cup as a catalyst to address homelessness

TechRadar

Why I wouldn't buy a super-cheap huge-screen TV for the World Cup as someone who watches 60 games per year — the 'dirty screen effect' is brutal for watching football

Backlight uniformity issues on LCD 4K TVs have ruined many a football match for this AV dork — don't pick the wrong big-screen upgrade

The Guardian - US

Meet the philosopher-in-training who will be at the VAR monitor this World Cup

Joe Dickerson is one of North America’s best referees, but he’ll be off the field in a high-pressure position when the World Cup begins

FourFourTwo

Iran furious at integrity of World Cup 2026 planning after latest allocation withdrawal

Iran have issued a damning statement condemning the World Cup decision

International Business Times

Iran Says It's World Cup Ticket Allocation Has Been Withdrawn Leaving It's Fans In Limbo

Iran's soccer federation said that its ticket allocation for the World Cup was withdrawn, leaving the team's supporters unable to attend matches.

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