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Some Americans are reluctant to cheer for the US at the World Cup. They shouldn’t be

There are plenty of reasons for Americans to feel discomfort about the behavior of their country. But sports have a way of bringing joy and unity

The Guardian - US

World Cup 2026 power rankings: undisputed No 1, co-hosts surge and giants fall

We assess the standing of the nations who played in the tournament’s last 32 before the next round of games begins

The Guardian - US

What Mexico fans feel about the World Cup – and England

Ahead of their crunch last-16 match, we spoke to Mexicans and people living in the country about their experience and expectations of their tournament

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The World Cup is just now discovering Middle America's big heart. These Irish bingo kingpins built a $24 million business knowing it all along

Craig Reynolds and Will Meara launched Bingo Loco in a Dublin basement in 2017. Nine years later, Locomotive sells a million tickets a year in 300 cities.

Fortune

‘I went into Brazil’s dressing room before the 1998 World Cup final to check Ronaldo was OK after his convulsions– I told him, “Don’t leave me out there playing alone”’ Youri Djorkaeff recalls the troubled build-up to the France vs Brazil final

Brazilian great Ronaldo fell ill during the run up to the 1998 World Cup final against France

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Cape Verde fans stand proud despite Argentina defeat

Cape Verde supporters expressed pride in their team's historic World Cup campaign despite a 3-2 extra-time defeat to defending champions Argentina.

Euronews

England enter the Azteca cathedral – football’s greatest stadium

ENGLAND V MEXICO: From Pele to Diego Maradona, the footballing Mecca has witnessed some of the sport’s most iconic moments, writes Miguel Delaney, and England must embrace the history when they face Mexico

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England players arrive in Mexico to boos and jeers after team hotel location leaked

Armed police also made up the welcome party ahead of World Cup last-16 clash

Evening Standard

England face Mexico in Azteca fortress, returning to scene of Maradona handball

Thomas Tuchel’s stuttering England are an ideal target for co-hosts Mexico as they seek a prestigious World Cup win in their final game at the near-impregnable Azteca stadium, the scene of the infamous Maradona handball that still haunts the Three Lions decades later.

France 24

Who would England play next at World Cup if they beat Mexico tonight?

Three Lions would face massive quarter-final contest if they prevail at the Estadio Azteca in last 16

Evening Standard

'We can beat any team if we stick to our game plan,' says India hockey coach Craig Fulton

India's men's hockey coach Craig Fulton believes the team can triumph globally if they adhere to their strategy. Impressive victories against Germany and the Netherlands, alongside a close contest with England, highlight this potential. Despite an overall eighth-place finish in the Pro League, the team's growing confidence and maturity are…

The Economic Times

American soccer fans turn to VPNs to dodge the World Cup's hydration break ads

Americans hate hydration break ads and are massively turning to VPNs to avoid them, says Planet VPN.

TechRadar

The reality behind Mexico’s Azteca record – how worried should England really be?

Much has been made of the co-hosts’ home record, but is it as fearsome as it seems?

The Independent UK

France face Philly furnace as World Cup last 16 begins

LOS ANGELES - France are bracing for furnace-like temperatures when they face Paraguay in Philadelphia in the World Cup’s last 16 on Saturday as co-hosts Canada prepare for a daunting date with African giants Morocco in Houston.

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The Best Performance of the 2026 World Cup Round of 32

There were several terrific matches in the round of 32, but one exceptional comeback shone brightest.

The Independent UK

Colombia squeeze into World Cup last-16 with slender win over Ghana

Colombia 1-0 Ghana: Jhon Arias scored the only goal of a close contest as the South American side progressed

The Independent UK

Ireland vs Australia LIVE: Result and reaction as Wallabies denied in Nations Championship thriller

Australia 31-33 Ireland: Ben Donaldson missed with the final kick as Ireland held firm in Sydney – just!

The Guardian - UK

World Cup 2026: England get hostile reception in Mexico City as last 16 begins; Cape Verde give huge scare to Argentina – as it happened

Our writers with the latest news and reaction as the last 16 stage begins

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For all Cape Verde’s heroics, Africa’s World Cup could and perhaps should have been better

Egypt and Morocco are in the last 16 after shootouts, but Africa’s pyramid appears to be getting broader rather than much higher

The Independent UK

Germany are desperate and this is why Jurgen Klopp can end their bleak decade

Klopp is in talks to succeed Julian Nagelsmann after Germany’s disastrous World Cup exit to Paraguay

The Guardian - UK

Survival is key for England in epic test or it will be a Mexican wave goodbye

Azteca tie is one of those World Cup occasions that transcend sport – and Tuchel’s side face a challenge all about progress, not process

The Guardian - UK

England pin hopes on home advantage to beat Australia in T20 World Cup final

Familiar Lord’s conditions could be the key factor in defeating the tournament favourites, Nat Sciver-Brunt and players have said

The Guardian - UK

‘An incredible man’: how Carlo Ancelotti has turned Brazil into potential World Cup winners

Carlo Ancelotti’s man-management and decisiveness has shielded the talented Brazil squad and made fans believe again

Evening Standard

England vs Mexico weather forecast: Will World Cup clash be delayed by storms?

Last-16 showdown at the Estadio Azteca at risk of disruption by lightning, thunder and heavy rain

Sports Illustrated

Man Utd ‘Making Checks’ on Breakout Star of 2026 World Cup

The hunt for new midfielders continues at Old Trafford.

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