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Football history: Jules Rimet, the man behind the World Cup plan

Jules Rimet's brainchild has come a long way in 96 years. Fourteen teams accepted an invitation to take part in the inaugural tournament in 1930. In 2026, more than half of the 48 squads competing have battled through two years of qualifying games.

Radio France Internationale

Injured Barcelona Star Returns to Club for Urgent Treatment Before World Cup Opener

With just one week to go, a nervous race against time begins.

Sports Illustrated

These photos of the very first FIFA World Cup Final are surprisingly good, considering they were taken on 100-year-old cameras

Camera technology has come a long way in 96 years – but the subject, moment and composition of these World Cup photographs haven’t aged a day

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Format, groups, full schedule, India match timings, where to watch, and everything you need to know

FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule: The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the largest ever with 48 teams. Hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the tournament runs from June 11 to July 19. A new format includes 12 groups and a Round of 32 knockout stage. Indian fans…

The Economic Times

Netherlands 2010 World Cup Squad: Where Are They Now?

The Netherlands finished as runner-up at the 2010 World Cup, losing 1–0 to Spain in the final.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup 2026 – Group H guide: Favourites Spain take on Uruguay as Cape Verde fairytale begins

European champions Spain head to North America as favourites as they look to win a second World Cup

The Independent UK

Oddone hails EU-Mercosur accord's 'civilisational approach' beyond commercial and economic interests

François Picard is pleased to welcome Gabriel Oddone, economist, professor and Uruguay's Minister of Economy and Finance. He offers a striking defence of the social democratic model at a moment when much of Latin America appears to be embracing hard-right socio-political and economic policies.

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Every Man Utd Player at the 2026 World Cup: Fixtures, Chances, Favorites

Manchester United’s fleet of internationals have a varied set of World Cup aspirations this summer.

Sports Illustrated

PHOTO ESSAY: Where tango never sleeps: Inside Istanbul’s vibrant dance community

Far from tango's birthplace in working-class districts and port areas of Buenos Aires and Montevideo in Argentina and Uruguay, dance enthusiasts in Istanbul have built a close-knit and passionate community.

The Independent UK

Miami: A travel guide to the 2026 World Cup host city

With seven matches, Miami is expected to deliver one of the World Cup’s most vibrant atmospheres.

Euronews

2026 World Cup shirts: Six strip designs already fit for a museum

From Uruguay’s ancestral armour to Yohji Yamamoto’s shirt for Japan, this summer’s World Cup unveils a range of kits to rival the spectacle on the pitch.

Euronews

Uruguay 2026 World Cup Roster Confirmed: Full List of Players, Luis Suarez Pleas Ignored

Marcelo Bielsa’s side is chasing its first World Cup title in over 75 years.

Sports Illustrated

The Euronews guide to the 2026 World Cup: Groups, fixtures and European kick-off times

Taking place from 11 June to 19 July across the US, Canada and Mexico, this summer’s World Cup will be the largest in history – here’s everything that you need to know.

Euronews

Federico Valverde Makes Bold Claim About Training Ground Fight With Aurelien Tchouameni

The Uruguayan insists he still has full support at Real Madrid.

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Latin Times

A Ship with Donations from Mexico and Uruguay Reached Cuba: What Did it Bring?

A ship carrying humanitarian aid from Mexico and Uruguay docked in Havana on Monday, bringing food and hygiene products to Cuba as the island confronts a worsening economic and energy crisis tied to fuel shortages, aging infrastructure, and renewed U.S. pressure on countries that supply it with oil.

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‘People still abuse me for my penalty miss against Uruguay, but I don’t hate Luis Suarez for his handball. I’d have done the same thing’ Asamoah Gyan reflects on Ghana’s chaotic World Cup 2010 exit

The Black Stars were knocked out on penalties in an explosive 2010 quarter-final clash

Sports Illustrated

Uruguay 2026 World Cup Preview: La Celeste Gear Up for Make or Break Summer

Uruguay has a rich history on the world stage, but can the current generation of stars get La Celeste back to the mountaintop?

Sports Illustrated

Inter Miami’s Luis Suarez Makes Late World Cup Plea—Could He Be Called Up?

Uruguay’s all-time leading goalscorer wants to make a fifth World Cup appearance.

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The Guardian - US

From national pride to fascism: how countries have used the World Cup to build identity

Every World Cup, from Uruguay and Italy in 1930 and 1934, to Russia and Qatar in 2018 and 2022, has been to an extent about presenting an image to the world

The Independent UK

Hundreds pack Montevideo’s plaza as La Rueda de Candombe caps a breakout run

Every Monday night in Montevideo, hundreds of people gather around a table in a public square, drawn by the pulse of drums, guitars, and voices

Sports Illustrated

Why This Inter Miami Star Could Make His 2026 World Cup Return

The Inter Miami striker announced he would be open to playing in this summer’s showcase.

Sports Illustrated

The Fans With the Best and Worst 2026 World Cup Watching Schedule

Some fans will have to watch their nations compete in the middle of the night.

Radio France Internationale

And then there were 48 ... how the World Cup has expanded since 1930

The first World Cup to boast 48 teams will explode into action on 11 June at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City with a match between Mexico and South Africa. Over the following 39 days, 104 games will take place in 15 other cities in the United States, Mexico and…

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As boomers are forced to ‘unretire,’ research shows their best shot at a real retirement is moving abroad—to hotspots like Cyprus and Ireland

The U.S. once promised opportunity—and the U.K. stability—but now Malta, Malaysia, Uruguay, and Turkey outperform them in retirement rankings.

Euronews

These are the best destinations for solo female travellers – and two are in Europe

From the wildlife wonders of Costa Rica to the charming old towns of Estonia, here’s where you should be headed.

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