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Why some of the most dedicated World Cup fans are skipping this year’s tournament

The World Cup is set to get underway next week, but some hardcore fans won’t be attending this year’s tournament

The Independent UK

“When I think about my career, a lot of that came from World Cups and Olympics and that dream was created there for me" Manchester City star Jade Rose tells FourFourTwo how a home World Cup can inspire next-gen talent

Jade Rose hopes this summer’s World Cup can inspire the next generation in Canada as the star prepares for a huge game of her own at Wembley

FourFourTwo

Pele, Maradona or Messi at No 1? The 50 greatest players in World Cup history

WORLD CUP COUNTDOWN: With two weeks until the 23rd men’s Fifa World Cup in North America, The Independent sports team ranks the top-50 players in the tournament’s history – and now it’s time for the top-10 reveal.

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Pelé’s third, Baggio’s miss and the ‘Hand of God’: Iconic World Cups in Mexico and the US

From Pelé’s third title to Maradona’s legendary double and Baggio’s agonising penalty miss, tournaments hosted in Mexico and the US have left us with some of the most memorable moments in World Cup history. Here’s a throwback to the 1970, 1986 and 1994 editions.

France 24

‘A lot of players will switch off from social media at the World Cup – you can put yourself in a bubble’ Emile Heskey on how England can block out the noise this summer

Emile Heskey went to two World Cups with England - and has experience of dealing with the pressure of the tournament

FourFourTwo

Croatia 2026 World Cup Preview: The Underdogs Who Are No Longer Underdogs

Croatia has exceeded expectations during the past two World Cups, but can it overachieve for a third successive tournament?

Sports Illustrated

The Top 15 Goal Scorers in World Cup History

Goals on soccer’s grandest stage carry an extra weight.

Sports Illustrated

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FA and US Soccer seek more control from Fifa over Women’s World Cups

Federations concerned over organisation of men’s World Cup while the FA worked with Uefa to freeze ticket prices for Euro 2028

The Guardian - UK

The 10 Best World Cups of All Time—Ranked

Sporting spectacles don’t come any better than the World Cup—especially these iconic editions that rose above the rest.

Sports Illustrated

BBC presenter Natalie Pirks quits after 13 years following daughter's emotional message

The correspondent, who has provided coverage for four World Cups and four Olympic Games, is stepping away from the channel

Evening Standard

‘Everybody wanted to be in the post-match drug test, because you could drink as much alcohol as you wanted until you needed a wee!’ Gordon Strachan on his Scotland World Cup adventures

The former Leeds United midfielder went to the 1982 and 1986 World Cups with the Tartan Army

FourFourTwo

Rugby Australia ‘resets finances, restores pride’ after posting $100m turnaround

The British and Irish Lions tour has provided a financial launchpad ahead of the men’s and women’s World Cups, driving a record $70.6m surplus in 2025

The Guardian - AU

Was USA ‘94 one of the greatest World Cups ever staged?

In the fourth episode of our new World Cup podcast, Copa Independent, Lawrence Ostlere, Miguel Delaney and Richard Jolly discuss the highs and lows of USA 94 and the tournament’s lasting legacy

The Independent UK

The 20 Best Australian Soccer Players of All Time—Ranked

Australia has produced a wealth of talented players over the years, including several who became Premier League legends.

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Gennaro Gattuso resigns as Italy head coach after failing to qualify for World Cup

Four-time champions Italy are the first former winners to miss out on three consecutive World Cups

AAP

Socceroos embrace Cup auditions with end goal in sight

Milos Degenek has been to two World Cups, and he and his teammates can show they should be in Tony Popovic's squad.

Sports Illustrated

Man Utd Star Backed for World Cup Return by Michael Carrick

Harry Maguire represented England in both the 2018 and 2022 World Cups.

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Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo’s Chase for World Cup Record Rivaled by Mexico Legend

The 2026 World Cup could potentially see three players reach an unprecedented feat.

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MLR leaders hail players union deal as US league heads for six-team season

Long-sought collective bargaining agreement sealed after multiple franchise exits and with World Cups looming

Sports Illustrated

Clint Dempsey Lays Down Intense Challenge for USMNT at 2026 World Cup

The former USMNT star scored 57 goals in 141 caps for the Stars and Stripes, playing in three World Cups along the way.

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Pan-American victory 'made the decision easier' for Andrew Strohmeyer to miss US Cyclocross Nationals and focus on World Cups

Three-time US 'cross titlist targets full season in Europe to land paid contract with a new team and 'spark more interest in cyclocross in the US'

Sports Illustrated

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Record at World Cups: Appearances, Goals, Results

The all-time great may well be preparing for one last dance in North America next summer.

Sports Illustrated

Suspended Cristiano Ronaldo Reacts to Portugal’s 2026 World Cup Qualification

The forward is now set to join Lionel Messi as the only two players to ever feature in six World Cups.

Sports Illustrated

Cristiano Ronaldo Rules on Lionel Messi’s World Cup Triumph to Settle GOAT Debate

The Portugal captain reminded the public that Argentina had won two World Cups before Messi.

FourFourTwo

200 niche, surprising and mind-blowing football facts to help you ace pub quizzes

Here's way more trivia tidbits and football facts than you'll ever need - thank us when they come up in pub quiz questions one day

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