England's iconic 2017 World Cup win in their own words

Former captain Heather Knight, openers Tammy Beaumont and Lauren Winfield-Hill, plus key bowler Anya Shrubsole remember England's iconic 2017 World Cup win.

For Cape Verde, There’s Victory in Their World Cup Defeat

The tiny African nation was eliminated from the World Cup by one of soccer’s biggest powers, Argentina, but that didn’t mean there wasn’t a lot to celebrate.

By Saikou Jammeh and Andre Amaral

Ounahi and Rahimi put Morocco in World Cup quarter-finals and end Canada’s journey

As Azzedine Ounahi put Morocco ahead early in the second half, his coach Mohamed Ouahbi wagged a delighted finger. There was, perhaps, relief there too. In February he replaced the most successful coach in Morocco’s history, Walid Regragui, who may not have been popular by the end, but the idea that his successor might surpass his achievements seemed almost impossible. That may still be a way off but, five months on, Morocco have become the first African side to reach the World Cup quarter-fi...

By Jonathan Wilson at Houston Stadium

France vs Paraguay LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 last 16

Live coverage and text commentary stream updates as Mbappe's France face Paraguay in the Round of 16 knockout game.

Why the Canada vs Morocco draw at +245 is the best World Cup round of 16 bet you can make today

Canada and Morocco look evenly matched with neither team super aggressive on offense, while France remains the massive favorite to advance at -1600.

The World Cup sends prediction market volumes soaring to record highs

Trading volumes on Kalshi and Polymarket both hit record highs in June. Rothera, a new prediction market platform, was also able to manage $2 billion in volume.

Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Jude Bellingham: How Fifa’s bewildering World Cup award has distorted reality

By allowing public vote to decide player of the match awards, Fifa has again leaned into the cult of celebrity with predictable consequences

By Alan Smith

These 5 charts show just how unaffordable the 2026 World Cup is for fans

Italian fans in a pub react to their team failing to qualify for the World Cup. TIZIANA FABI / AFP via Getty Images Business Insider created five charts that show just how expensive it is to attend the World Cup. Ticket prices are thousands more than at previous tournaments and than what organizers initially said. Flights, hotels, and local transit have also made the tournament unaffordable for most people. Tickets for the World Cup were up to seven times as expensive as organizers first sa...

Ounahi brace as Morocco reach World Cup quarters over co-hosts Canada

Azzedine Ounahi scored a brace as ruthless Morocco reached the World Cup quarter-finals on Saturday with a 3-0 victory over Canada who became the first host nation to go out. Ounahi opened the scoring for the African champions and 2022 semi-finalists in the 50th minute, doubled the lead in the 82nd before substitute Soufiane Rahimi wrapped up matters in stoppage time.

Ruthless Morocco breaks Canadian hearts to reach World Cup quarters

Canada the first of the co-hosts to exit the World Cup as a clinical Morocco won 3-0

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England receive embarrassing welcome by Mexico fans ahead of FIFA World Cup R16 clash

England received a hostile welcome after arriving at their team hotel in Mexico City ahead of their FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match against tournament co-hosts Mexico. Hundreds of local supporters gathered outside the hotel, with many cheering for the home side while others booed as England’s team bus reached the venue.

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From poverty in Colombia to World Cup hero, Jhon Arias sends Ghana out

By Shashank Nair

World Cup 2026: Canada v Morocco updates

The first quarter-final spot is up for grabs as Canada meet Morocco in Hoston.

Brazil face Haaland and Norway hoodoo in World Cup last 16

Brazil have spent decades collecting World Cup wins like precious stones but on Sunday in New Jersey they run into opponents who stubbornly refuse to join the pile – Norway. The record five-times champions, chasing a sixth title, face Erling Haaland, Martin Odegaard and a Norwegian side who are the only team Brazil have played […]

Hosts Canada, Mexico and USA thrive in their FIFA World Cup

Canada have already made World Cup history, while Mexico and the USA are also on course to beat their best-ever runs in the tournament as home advantage has paid dividends. AFP Sports looks at how all three co-hosts have thrived while others have struggled with the sprawling tournament spread over three countries and 17 cities. Mexico Swept along by fanatical support in the stadiums and the streets, Mexico have already ended a 40-year wait to win a knockout game by beating Ecuador to make the...

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France brace for extreme heat ahead of World Cup last-16 clash with Paraguay

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 difficult game against Morocco in Houston.

By RFI

US at 250 and the World Cup: Trump's America gets an unexpected image boost

Despite fears over politics, immigration and soaring costs, the World Cup has reminded millions that the US is more than its president.

Maná Will Fire Up Mexico vs. England Match With Halftime Show: ‘Get Ready to Sing at the Top of Your Lungs’

The band will return to Mexico City Stadium on July 5 to bid farewell to the venue as a World Cup host site.

By Sigal Ratner-Arias

JUST IN: World Cup: Morocco become first team into quarter-finals after beating Canada

Substitute Soufiane Rahimi completed the victory deep into stoppage time, finishing off another rapid counterattack to seal a convincing 3-0 win The post JUST IN: World Cup: Morocco become first team into quarter-finals after beating Canada appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Tunde Eludini

France aim to keep World Cup juggernaut rolling - The Daily Star

France aim to keep World Cup juggernaut rolling  The Daily Star

FIFPRO warns of growing racism targeting players at World Cup

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup heads into its knockout rounds, global players' union FIFPRO is calling for stronger action to protect footballers from what it describes as an esca...

Morocco down co-hosts Canada 3-0 to reach World Cup quarter-finals

Morocco defeats co-hosts Canada 3-0 in Houston, securing their spot in the World Cup quarter-finals. Read about Morocco’s dominant victory. Read More: https://punchng.com/morocco-down-co-hosts-canada-3-0-to-reach-world-cup-quarter-finals/

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El Jalapeño: Vatican elevates Soccer Baby Jesus to full pilgrimage status, citing ‘undeniable results’

Can pilgrimages to the shrine of Soccer Baby Jesus help Mexico win the World Cup? It can't hurt, the Vatican says. The post El Jalapeño: Vatican elevates Soccer Baby Jesus to full pilgrimage status, citing ‘undeniable results’ appeared first on Mexico News Daily

By El Jalapeno

Failure to vote out current NFF will lead to another World Cup miss – Report

‎The world has turned its eyes to the beautiful game of football as the Federation of International Football Asssociation, FIFA World Cup continues to generate interests from USA, Mexico and Canada, the three countries co-hosting the expanded World Cup of 48 national teams. The post Failure to vote out current NFF will lead to another World Cup miss – Report appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Emmanuel Okogba

Canada–Morocco World Cup match spurs viewing events across the Netherlands

Supporters of Canada and Morocco will have several opportunities to watch the teams’ World Cup Round of 16 match on Saturday, July 4, in Houston, Texas, U.S.

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Morocco beat World Cup co-host Canada 3-0 and advance to the quarterfinals - Ahram Online

Morocco beat World Cup co-host Canada 3-0 and advance to the quarterfinals  Ahram Online

Hydration breaks reshape football’s rhythm at the World Cup - Nepalnews.com

Hydration breaks reshape football’s rhythm at the World Cup  Nepalnews.com