World Cup 2026
FIFA Men's World Cup — USA, Canada, Mexico.
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Zubimendi defends Rodri after Spain's shock World Cup draw with Cape Verde
Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi has backed Rodri following widespread criticism of the Manchester City star after Spain were held to a 0-0 draw by Cape Verde in their 2026 World Cup opener. Spain coach Luis de la Fuente also rallied to the Ballon d'Or winner's defence.
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BBC's Chapman jokes he's 'in Houston' as studio controversy overshadows World Cup coverage
Mark Chapman deflected with humour after Micah Richards pressed him to address the BBC's decision to broadcast World Cup coverage from a Salford studio rather than the United States, a choice that has drawn widespread criticism.
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Doué dazzles Olise with unstoppable dribble, Hernandez pays the price in training
During a France training session for the 2026 World Cup, Désiré Doué demonstrated to Michael Olise a devastating double-touch move threaded through the legs, leaving Lucas Hernandez helpless as the test defender.
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Saka sits out England training with Achilles issue ahead of Ghana World Cup clash
Bukayo Saka missed England's training session in Kansas City on Monday as he continues to manage an Achilles tendinitis problem, leaving him doubtful to start against Ghana in England's second World Cup group game on Tuesday.
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Michael Oliver to referee Netherlands vs Sweden in 2026 World Cup Group F clash
England's Michael Oliver has been appointed referee for Netherlands vs Sweden in Group F at the 2026 World Cup. The Dutch enter the match on the back of a 2-2 draw with Japan, while Sweden arrive buoyed by a 5-1 demolition of Tunisia.
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Real Madrid deny any contact over £190m Olise as Bayern move to extend his contract
Real Madrid have officially denied holding any direct or indirect talks over a move for Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise, dismissing reports of a £190m bid. Bayern, meanwhile, are pushing to hand the 24-year-old a new deal to fend off outside interest.
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Unpaid bonuses, substandard hotel, uncontracted manager: the crisis shaking Senegal at the World Cup
After losing to France 3-1 on the opening day of the 2026 World Cup, Senegal is facing a series of internal dysfunctions: unpaid bonuses to players, inadequate accommodation conditions, and manager Pape Thiaw unpaid for five months.
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BBC's 3D World Cup tool goes viral after producing baffling cramp animation
The BBC's FIFA World Cup 3D Experience drew widespread mockery on social media after its rendering of referee Felix Zwayer receiving cramp treatment from Australia's Aiden O'Neill produced a bizarre, glitching animation during the USA vs Australia match.
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Ivan Barton to referee Turkey vs Paraguay in World Cup 2026 Group D decider
El Salvador's Ivan Barton has been appointed to referee Turkey vs Paraguay at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, a Group D clash that is effectively a must-win for both sides after the United States moved to six points with two wins.
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Paxo the rubber chicken becomes USA's unlikely World Cup mascot after Richards' Conference League find
Crystal Palace defender Chris Richards has brought a rubber chicken named Paxo to the 2026 World Cup after picking it up on the pitch following Palace's Conference League final victory in Leipzig. The charm appears to be working: Richards has completed 97.8% of his passes across two USA wins.
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Ederson confirms £35m Manchester United move is 'practically all sorted' after World Cup debut
Atalanta midfielder Ederson has declared his move to Manchester United is 'practically almost all sorted', with a £35m deal already agreed between the clubs. The Brazil international made his World Cup debut as a substitute in a 3-0 win over Haiti.
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England players reunite with families on Father's Day after Croatia win in Kansas City
Thomas Tuchel's England squad enjoyed a family day off in Kansas City following their 4-2 victory over Croatia, with the FA arranging personal message boxes from players' loved ones ahead of Tuesday's World Cup clash with Ghana.
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United's Fernandes fallback Nmecha sees asking price halved to £52m ahead of World Cup audition
Manchester United are targeting West Ham's Mateus Fernandes as their primary midfield signing, but Borussia Dortmund's Felix Nmecha has emerged as a credible alternative after his asking price dropped from £104m to £52m.
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Roy Keane mocks England WAGs for wearing partners' names at the World Cup
Roy Keane has sparked debate after criticising England players' wives and girlfriends for wearing shirts bearing their partners' surnames at the World Cup, drawing a swift rebuttal from fellow pundit Ian Wright.
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Liverpool fear World Cup spotlight will inflate Yan Diomande's £104m price tag
Liverpool have already had a €100m bid rejected by RB Leipzig for 19-year-old winger Yan Diomande, their primary target to replace Mohamed Salah. Leipzig are now hoping a standout World Cup performance against Germany on Saturday drives his valuation even higher.
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Mexico and United States first teams qualified for 2026 World Cup round of 16
After two group stage matchdays, Mexico (Group A) and the United States (Group D) are the first two teams assured of playing in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, and already know their path in the bracket.
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Barrow FC blur their submarine crest after FIFA bans fan's St George's Cross flag at World Cup
A group of Barrow fans were refused entry to England's 4-2 win over Croatia in Dallas after FIFA's ban on military imagery blocked their St George's Cross flag, which featured the club's submarine badge. Barrow FC have responded by releasing a comical temporary crest with the submarine blurred out.
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Brazilian media savage Casemiro after struggling display in Brazil's 3-0 win over Haiti
Five of eight O Globo columnists singled out Casemiro as Brazil's weakest performer in their 3-0 victory over Haiti in Philadelphia, with critics saying the ex-Manchester United midfielder looked "lost" and "below his usual level" at World Cup 2026.
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2026 World Cup: FIFA sanctions VAR referees after Argentina-Algeria controversy
Following Algeria's defeat to Argentina (3-0) and a complaint filed by the Algerian Football Federation, FIFA has reportedly decided to sanction the VAR referees who officiated the match, according to journalist Hafid Derradji.
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Cunha scores twice for Brazil as Endrick fan campaign puts Ancelotti under pressure
Matheus Cunha struck a brace as Brazil thrashed Haiti 3-0 in Philadelphia, but the Manchester United forward was quick to praise teenage starlet Endrick, whose growing fanbase is pushing Carlo Ancelotti to hand him a starting role.
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