World Cup 2026
FIFA Men's World Cup — USA, Canada, Mexico.
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Belgian fan Axelle Despiegelaere lost her L'Oreal deal weeks after going viral at the 2014 World Cup
Axelle Despiegelaere was just 17 when photographs of her cheering Belgium at the 2014 World Cup went viral, earning her a L'Oreal modelling contract — one that collapsed within weeks after a controversial hunting post on social media.
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Lineker set to appear as ITV pundit at World Cup after 26-year BBC career ends
Gary Lineker will make a surprise punditry appearance for ITV during the 2026 World Cup, months after ending his 26-year association with the BBC following a social media controversy.
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Cunha scores twice as Brazil rout Haiti, but Raphinha injury clouds striker solution
Matheus Cunha netted a brace to lead Brazil to a 3-0 win over Haiti in Philadelphia, but a suspected hamstring injury to Raphinha threatens to cut short the Manchester United forward's stint as a makeshift striker.
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Almiron sent off for covering his mouth in World Cup first under new FIFA rule
Miguel Almiron became the first player dismissed for covering his mouth while speaking to an opponent, receiving a red card during Paraguay's World Cup group-stage match against Turkey.
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Ancelotti confirms Neymar return but faces Raphinha fitness scare before Brazil's Scotland decider
Carlo Ancelotti says Neymar will be available for Brazil's World Cup Group C decider against Scotland, but Raphinha faces tests after leaving the 3-0 win over Haiti with hamstring tightness.
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FAF files complaint with FIFA over controversial refereeing decisions against Argentina
After losing 3-0 to Argentina in Kansas City during the 2026 World Cup, Algeria officially filed a complaint with FIFA contesting two decisions by referee Szymon Marciniak: a stamp by Messi on Mandi and an elbow from Mac Allister on Maza.
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Pochettino likens USA's roaring Seattle crowd to Argentina's iconic fan base after 2-0 win
Mauricio Pochettino drew a striking comparison after the United States beat Australia 2-0 in Seattle, saying American fans are now matching Argentina's renowned support. The crowd was so loud that Alex Freeman's goal registered as a seismic tremor.
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FIFA's new head-to-head rule seals Mexico top spot and could clinch USA's group early
Mexico became the first team to secure a top-two finish at World Cup 2026 after their 1-0 win over South Korea, thanks to a new FIFA rule that prioritises head-to-head records over goal difference. The USA could clinch their group next if Turkey fail to beat Paraguay.
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USA clinch World Cup knockout spot in two games with 2-0 win over Australia
The United States made history at the 2026 World Cup on Friday, beating Australia 2-0 in Seattle to secure a round-of-32 place after just two group-stage games — a first for the programme. Captain Tim Ream called it the most special group he has been part of.
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Robinson open to Fulham exit as Man United weigh £28m left-back move
Antonee Robinson has said he would leave Fulham if a club met his asking price, with Manchester United emerging as a serious suitor. The 28-year-old American is valued at around £28m and is competing for attention alongside Newcastle's Lewis Hall.
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Ibrahimovic's dig at absent Lalas leaves Thierry Henry speechless on World Cup panel
Zlatan Ibrahimovic quipped 'America, you're welcome' when told Alexi Lalas had left the FOX Sports studio for Seattle, prompting a jaw-drop from fellow analyst Thierry Henry. The remark is the latest flashpoint in a tense on-air dynamic between the two pundits.
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Cunha scores twice as Brazil beat Haiti but Raphinha limps off with hamstring scare
Matheus Cunha netted twice as Brazil eased past Haiti 3-0 in Philadelphia, but the win was overshadowed by Raphinha's early exit with a hamstring concern just two games into the World Cup.
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Morocco coach backs 'relaxed' Hakimi after rape trial ruling overshadows World Cup win over Scotland
Morocco manager Mohamed Ouahbi declared his squad fully behind captain Achraf Hakimi after a French appeals court confirmed the PSG defender will stand trial for rape — hours before his side beat Scotland 1-0 at the World Cup.
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Raphinha limps off in first half as Brazil sweat over World Cup fitness
Barcelona winger Raphinha was forced off in the 40th minute of Brazil's match against Haiti in Philadelphia, adding to the Selecao's injury concerns ahead of their final Group A game against Scotland on 24 June.
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Ivan Barton named referee for Brazil vs Haiti at World Cup 2026
El Salvador's Ivan Barton, a FIFA-listed official since 2018, will take charge of Brazil's World Cup 2026 Group C clash against Haiti at Lincoln Financial Field. Barton previously refereed three matches at Qatar 2022, including Japan's famous win over Germany.
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Scotland face Brazil in must-win World Cup 2026 group finale after Morocco defeat
Scotland sit third in Group C with three points after a 1-0 loss to Morocco, and must beat Brazil at Hard Rock Stadium on 24 June to guarantee a place in the knockout rounds for the first time in their history.
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USA's 2-0 win over Australia breaks sportsbook records as World Cup fever grips America
The United States' opening 2-0 victory over Australia at the 2026 World Cup generated the highest number of wagers ever recorded on a single soccer game at Caesars Sports, with 87% of the handle backing the Americans — and sportsbooks paid the price.
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Ferguson 'baffled' by criticism of Scotland's Haiti win as Morocco defeat leaves World Cup progress in doubt
Lewis Ferguson has defended Scotland's opening World Cup win over Haiti after a 70th-second Ismael Saibari strike condemned Steve Clarke's side to defeat against Morocco, leaving them needing a result against Brazil to reach the last 32.
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Denied penalty haunts Scotland as Morocco's early strike seals World Cup group blow
Morocco held Scotland to a 1-0 victory in Boston thanks to Ismael Saibari's goal inside 70 seconds, with a late Scott McTominay penalty appeal — rejected by the referee and debated fiercely by pundits — leaving Scotland in a precarious Group C position ahead of a must-not-lose clash with Brazil.
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Scotland denied clear penalty in World Cup loss to Morocco as McTominay fumes at VAR
Scotland fell to a 1-0 defeat against Morocco in Boston, but referee analyst Christina Unkel insists VAR missed a clear penalty when Scott McTominay was tripped from behind inside the box.
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