World Cup 2026
FIFA Men's World Cup — USA, Canada, Mexico.
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World Cup 2026 final set for New Jersey on July 19 as 39-day tournament nears its climax
The 2026 FIFA World Cup concludes with the final in New Jersey on Sunday, July 19, making it the longest edition in history at 39 days — a full week longer than recent tournaments. The expanded 104-game format includes a new last-32 knockout round.
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Jeremy Clarkson hands World Cup tickets to two England fans rather than sit in Boston rain
Jeremy Clarkson gave away two press tickets for England's World Cup group-stage draw with Ghana in Boston on 23 June, opting to watch from a private box instead after deciding he did not want to sit outside in the rain.
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Newcastle's three hidden clauses could earn millions more from Gordon's £69m Barcelona move
Anthony Gordon's transfer to Barcelona for upwards of £69.3m includes three add-on clauses negotiated by Newcastle's sporting director Ross Wilson — covering appearances, silverware, and a sell-on fee — that could significantly increase the Magpies' total return.
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South Korea expect home-ground roar as Mexico fans rally behind them for World Cup decider
Coach Hong Myung-bo says South Korea could feel like they are playing at home when they face South Africa in their decisive World Cup Group A match in Monterrey on Wednesday, thanks to the enduring bond between Mexican and Korean football fans forged in 2018.
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Eze urges England to block out noise after Ghana stalemate leaves top spot unresolved
Eberechi Eze insists England's mentality is unchanged after a 0-0 draw with Ghana in Boston left Thomas Tuchel's side needing a result against Panama on Saturday to secure top spot in Group L.
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Davies set to return from hamstring injury as Canada face Switzerland with Group B top spot secured
Alphonso Davies is expected to feature against Switzerland on Tuesday after missing Canada's opening two World Cup 2026 games with a hamstring injury. Manager Jesse Marsch says his captain looks fit and ready, though he may start from the bench.
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Atletico Madrid rule out Barcelona sale and hand Arsenal priority in Julian Alvarez race
Julian Alvarez has publicly confirmed he wants to leave Atletico Madrid this summer, and the Spanish club have responded by ruling out a sale to Barcelona — leaving Arsenal and PSG as the preferred destinations for the World Cup winner.
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FIFA braced for match-fixing fears as weather threatens simultaneous World Cup group finales
FIFA has acknowledged that final group-stage matches at the 2026 World Cup may not kick off simultaneously due to weather delays, raising fears of a repeat of the 1982 'Disgrace of Dijon' scandal that tainted West Germany and Austria's result against Algeria.
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Ghana boss Queiroz fumes as VAR misses Konsa penalty in England's goalless World Cup draw
Carlos Queiroz accused VAR of going 'for a coffee' after Ezri Konsa appeared to foul Prince Kwabena Adu without touching the ball in the closing stages of Ghana's 0-0 draw with England. Former England internationals Ian Wright and Gary Neville both conceded the penalty should have been given.
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Infantino defends World Cup hydration breaks and hints they could become permanent
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has backed the mandatory three-minute hydration breaks at the 2026 World Cup, dismissing financial motives and suggesting the stoppages could be extended to future tournaments despite widespread criticism from players, managers and fans.
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Tuchel rejects 'wake-up call' talk after England held goalless by Ghana at World Cup
Thomas Tuchel pushed back on suggestions England needed a jolt after they were held to a goalless draw by Ghana at Boston Stadium on Tuesday, insisting his squad showed no overconfidence despite failing to build on their 4-2 opening win over Croatia.
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Carragher says Palmer snub is haunting Tuchel after England's flat 0-0 with Ghana
England were held to a goalless draw by Ghana at the 2026 World Cup, with Jamie Carragher publicly questioning Thomas Tuchel's decision to leave Cole Palmer out of the squad — a call the manager cannot now reverse.
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Bellingham escapes red card as FIFA's mouth-covering rule makes World Cup debut
Jude Bellingham was pictured covering his mouth while speaking to Ghana's Jordan Ayew during England's 0-0 draw at Boston Stadium on Tuesday — an act now punishable by a straight red card under a new FIFA rule ratified in April.
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Bellingham admits England played with 'little bit of fear' in World Cup draw with Ghana
Jude Bellingham acknowledged England were inhibited by Ghana's counter-attacking threat in their 0-0 World Cup group-stage draw in Boston, but insisted the experience against an 'exceptional' side offered valuable lessons.
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Stormzy backs both sides as England and Ghana play out 0-0 draw in Boston
Stormzy, who has Ghanaian heritage through his mother, told the BBC before kick-off that he wanted a 1-1 draw — settling for the goalless result at Boston Stadium on Tuesday. David Beckham, Marcus Mumford, Alexandra Daddario and Jeremy Clarkson were also in the stands.
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Scotland face Brazil in Miami needing a point to reach World Cup knockout stage for first time
Steve Clarke's Scotland side must avoid defeat against five-time world champions Brazil in Miami on Wednesday to qualify from a World Cup group stage for the first time in their history. Fans at home are gathering at venues including Glasgow's Ovo Hydro to watch the late-night fixture.
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Referee Unkel says Konsa's late challenge on Ghana was a clear penalty that England escaped
Experienced referee Christina Unkel has stated that Ezri Konsa's challenge on Prince Kwabena Adu in England's 0-0 draw with Ghana should have been a penalty, attributing the non-call to a World Cup 2026 officiating directive that raises the threshold for VAR intervention.
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Saka declared fit to start as Rice calf concern clouds England's World Cup camp
Bukayo Saka has been cleared to start for England at the World Cup after overcoming an Achilles problem, but Declan Rice was spotted limping with heavy strapping on his left calf following the goalless draw with Ghana, raising doubts over his availability against Panama.
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Rice and Spence limp out of England's 0-0 draw with Ghana to leave Tuchel sweating
Declan Rice was strapped heavily on his left calf and Djed Spence hobbled off with an ankle knock after England were held to a goalless draw by Ghana at the Gillette Stadium, with both players set to be assessed ahead of Saturday's Group L decider against Panama.
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Cole warns Scotland have 'no chance' as Brazil clash in Miami heat looms
Pundit Joe Cole has joked that Scotland were 'stitched up' by FIFA's scheduling after their crucial Group C World Cup match against Brazil was set for a 5pm kick-off in Miami, where temperatures are expected to feel like 35 degrees Celsius.
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