Watch: Fans celebrate England's 4-2 World Cup victory over Croatia

Supporters for both sides turned out in droves to watch England v Croatia in their opening match of the World Cup.

Tournament of losers

The World Cup is a festival for corporate has-beens

2026 World Cup: Cristiano Ronaldo, Luka Modric and Edin Dzeko – still in the game in their forties

Eight players over the age of 40 are competing in the World Cup, a new record. While most of them are goalkeepers, Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo, Croatian midfielder Luka Modric and Bosnian striker Edin Dzeko are notable exceptions. They remain crucial to their teams.

Ghana grab vital World Cup victory over Panama after Caleb Yirenkyi’s last-gasp goal

A late goal from Caleb Yirenkyi gave Ghana a 1-0 win over Panama as they joined England at the top of Group L. Yirenki steered in Brandon Thomas-Asante’s cross in stoppage time to settle a match of few clear chances. Cecilio Waterman forced a good save from the Ghana goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi in the second minute as he latched on to a cross from the right, but it was a rare opening in a cagey first half in the Toronto rain. Continue reading...

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Uzbekistan's first World Cup appearance is a dream come true for players and fans

The World Cup debut of Uzbekistan signals the region's growing confidence on the global stage and, some argue, the arrival of a "golden generation" making its mark in sports, culture and science.

By Charles Maynes

Ghana beat Panama 1–0 in chaotic, charged World Cup Group L match

Caleb Yirenkyi scored a winner in the fifth minute of stoppage time in a scrappy end to the match in Toronto.

English World Cup fan in oversized cowboy hat delivers perfect verdict on Texas brisket ahead of Croatia match

English fan in oversized cowboy hat gives his hilarious review of Texas BBQ brisket during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, calling it the best beef he's ever had.

England's high-octane start betrays World Cup nerves

England's World Cup opener against Croatia, with a missed penalty and a flaky defence, seemed to be briefly polluted by fear.

By Simon Smale

Thomas Tuchel gives Declan Rice injury update after England’s World Cup win over Croatia

The Arsenal midfielder left the field after feeling ‘discomfort’ during the second half of England’s opening World Cup win

By Lawrence Ostlere

I spent $750 on a World Cup ticket to see Scotland play. Days later StubHub said it wasn't available anymore.

Katherine Howe bought a skirt to see Scotland play at the World Cup. Courtesy of Katherine Howe Katherine Howe is a 49-year-old author in Marblehead, Massachusetts. Howe bought a ticket to Scotland versus Morocco in Boston on StubHub. On Monday, four days before the game, she was informed that her ticket was no longer available. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Katherine Howe, a historian and novelist. It has been edited for length and clarity. On Monday, I opened my em...

Who will win the World Cup? Here are our predictions

EL PAÍS’s statistical model predicts that Spain is the favorite but the 2010 champion only wins one out of every six times on our simulator. Check out our updated odds for each team

By Kiko Llaneras,Borja Andrino

World Cup 2026 Drinks Are Turning Watch Parties Into Big Business - Forbes

World Cup 2026 Drinks Are Turning Watch Parties Into Big Business  Forbes

South Africa coach tells critics to ‘shut up’ before second World Cup match

‘I never listen to the trash of the social media,’ Hugo Broos says before Bafana Bafana’s match against Czechia.

Cristiano Ronaldo becomes oldest outfield player to start a World Cup game

Breaking records at the tender age of 41, Cristiano Ronaldo stepped onto the pitch as the oldest outfield player to start a World Cup match, showcasing his extraordinary career in his sixth tournament. Despite the excitement, he left the field without a goal in the 1-1 draw with DR Congo.

By TOI SPORTS DESK

Walter Parazaider, Chicago Co-Founder, Flutist and Sax Player, Dies at 81

Walter Parazaider, a co-founding member of Chicago who was with the band from its start in 1967 through his retirement in 2017, died Wednesday, family members announced. He had been suffering from Alzheimer’s disease for six years. Parazaider played reed instruments in the band for that 50-year run, and may be most easily recognized for […]

By Chris Willman

Scotland’s famous Tartan Army drinking Boston dry at World Cup

"Do they ever sleep? Do they ever get tired? They were back at it the ‌next day at 11 a.m.," said Billy DeCain, general manager of the Sam Adams Tap Room in Boston.

Ghana supporters travel for the banter and World Cup vibe in Toronto

On entering Church Street Espresso cafe in downtown Toronto, Desmond Safo greeted the four Panama supporters sitting out on the terrace with a straightforward taunt.

By Paul Myers

Israeli flag removed at World Cup match as Palestinian flags remain

An Israeli flag was reportedly removed from a fan at a World Cup match between Iran and New Zealand, while nearby Palestinian flags were left in place, Hebrew media reported.

Brace from Harry Kane steers England to 4-2 victory over Croatia in World Cup opener

England have opened their World Cup campaign with a victory over Croatia, while Portugal were held to a draw against DR Congo.

Ghana's Partey loses bid to enter Canada for World Cup

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey, who is facing trial on rape charges in Britain, lost a court challenge on Tuesday that would have allowed him to enter Canada for his side’s World Cup opener in Toronto. Ottawa denied the Villarreal player a visa over the British charges, blocking him from playing for Ghana against Panama on Wednesday. Accra filed a request for an injunction in federal court on Tuesday seeking to set aside Ottawa’s decision. But broadcaster CBC said Judge Roger Lafreniere had d...

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World Cup 2026: England v Croatia build-up

England will look to open their 2026 World Cup campaign with a win, but they face what is likely to be their biggest challenge in Group L when they face Croatia in Texas.

Portugal held to 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their World Cup opener

Portugal and their talisman Cristiano Ronaldo were left frustrated after being held to a 1-1 draw by Group K rivals Democratic Republic of Congo in their World Cup clash in a sodden Houston on Wednesday. Portugal took the lead inside six minutes when Pedro Neto crossed for Joao Neves to head home from 15 metres as […]

Canada seeking to take control early in Qatar World Cup showdown

World Cup ball gifted to pope

(ANSA) - ROME, JUN 17 - The ambassadors of Mexico, the United States, and Canada to the Holy See jointly presented Pope Leo XIV with the official World Cup ball, after the tournament began last Thursday in the three North American countries, at the end of his weekly general audience Wednesday. The three diplomats, according to Vatican daily L'Osservatore Romano, wanted to "celebrate the power of sport as an instrument of peace, fraternity, respect, and unity among peoples" with this gift. (AN...

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Harry Kane scores twice as England make winning start to World Cup bid

Thomas Tuchel’s side beat Croatia 4-2 in Group L.

Carlos Vives & Silvestre Dangond Bring Rhythm to Colombia’s World Cup 2026 Debut in Mexico

The lineup for the vallenato party at the GNP Seguros Stadium also included ChocQuibTown.

By Sigal Ratner-Arias

NZ on brink of Women's T20 World Cup exit

The White Ferns suffered a surprise defeat against Sri Lanka

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'Ronaldo as excited for sixth World Cup as his first' - The Daily Star

'Ronaldo as excited for sixth World Cup as his first'  The Daily Star

Ronaldo fires blank as DR Congo hold Portugal in World Cup opener

For DR Congo, the draw represents another milestone in a remarkable journey that saw them edge Nigeria to a World Cup place and return to football's biggest stage after more than five decades away. The post Ronaldo fires blank as DR Congo hold Portugal in World Cup opener appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Tunde Eludini

Get to Know Cristiano Ronaldo’s Partner Georgina Rodríguez and 5 Kids

Cristiano Ronaldo is in no rush to retire. Having become the first man to score in five FIFA World Cups in 2022, he's looking to make it six when Portugal begins its 2026 quest June 17 against...

By Natalie Finn

RTMKlik plays defence as VPN users try to sneak in World Cup access

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 — Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) has set up a special team and system to monitor attempts t...

Lynks shares “accidental” England World Cup parody banger ‘Kick The Ball!’

“It’s time to show the world that no one kicks like Britain… except for all the times we tried to win and we didn’t” The post Lynks shares “accidental” England World Cup parody banger ‘Kick The Ball!’ appeared first on NME.

By Liberty Dunworth

Bosnia eye knockout boost as Switzerland seek 1st World Cup win

Bosnia-Herzegovina head into a pivotal World Cup showdown against Switzerland on Thursday knowing a victory at Los Angeles Stadium in Los Angeles could place them on the brink of a...

Who is Enrique Macaya Márquez, the man covering his 18th World Cup at 91

The Argentine sports journalist is back, having already set the world record for most tournaments reported on La entrada Who is Enrique Macaya Márquez, the man covering his 18th World Cup at 91 se publicó primero en Buenos Aires Herald.

By Fernando Romero Nuñez

World Cup: Brazil president jokes about thinking of ‘signing Messi’

Brazil’s President Lula humorously suggests signing Lionel Messi for the World Cup after Brazil’s draw with Morocco. Read more about Brazil’s performance. Read More: https://punchng.com/world-cup-brazil-president-jokes-about-thinking-of-signing-messi/

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Brazil president jokes about recruiting Messi after shaky World Cup start

President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva suggested Wednesday that Brazil should hire Argentina's Lionel Messi, when asked about his country's performance in the World Cup so far. The post Brazil president jokes about recruiting Messi after shaky World Cup start appeared first on Vanguard News.

By efosataiwo@vanguardngr.com

2026 World Cup: ‘We battled like warriors’ and won ‘with our brains’ – Queiroz opens up on Ghana’s victory

A stoppage-time strike from Caleb Yirenkyi at Toronto Stadium handed Ghana all three points in Group L, despite Panama controlling large spells of the contest and looking the more comfortable side for much of the game.

By Mishael Quaynor

Historic World Cup goal brings rare joy to DR Congo Ebola epicentre - Ahram Online

Historic World Cup goal brings rare joy to DR Congo Ebola epicentre  Ahram Online

Ivory Coasts Elye Wahi faces probe over alleged fixing before FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign - The Tribune

Ivory Coasts Elye Wahi faces probe over alleged fixing before FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign  The Tribune