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Climate warnings need to be told in tangible ways to prevent disaster

England is sweltering under an red heat health alert and could see its hottest June day on record. In North America, football fans and players are suffering, with a quarter of this summer’s World Cup matches forecast to be played in dangerous heat.

The Conversation

England’s surprisingly poor World Cup group stage record – and why it might not be a problem

England were held to a 0-0 draw by Ghana in their second match at the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday evening. This result means that England have failed to win all of their group games again, and their overall record in the early stages of international football’s biggest tournament is…

The Independent UK

DR Congo vs Uzbekistan World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

DR Congo must win to stay alive in Group K, facing an Uzbekistan side that has conceded eight goals in two games. Our pick: DR Congo at -115.

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Colombia vs Portugal World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Colombia vs Portugal World Cup 2026 predictions: Portugal favored at -105 to claim Group K top spot at Hard Rock Stadium on June 27.

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Quote of the day by Lionel Messi: “There are more important things in life than winning or losing a game.” A lesson on perspective and priorities

Lionel Messi quote of the day: Football legend Lionel Messi's profound quote, 'There are more important things in life than winning or losing a game,' offers a vital perspective beyond the thrill of victory and sting of defeat. It underscores that while outcomes matter, they shouldn't overshadow family, health, and…

The Economic Times

Croatia vs Ghana World Cup 2026 Predictions and Best Bets

Croatia must win to advance at Lincoln Financial Field. Our pick is Croatia -127 in this Group L shoot-out against Ghana on June 27.

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Gary Lineker Says Iran Have Been 'Treated Very Unfairly' at the 2026 World Cup

Gary Lineker criticises the visa restrictions forcing Iran to base in Mexico during the 2026 World Cup, highlighting travel challenges and calling for fair treatment.

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Jordan vs Argentina World Cup 2026 Predictions and Best Bets

Argentina arrive at AT&T Stadium with five goals scored and none conceded. Find out why the margin of victory is the real bet in Group J.

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Fifa chief defends World Cup ‘hydration breaks’

Fifa president Gianni ⁠Infantino has ⁠defended the introduction of hydration breaks at the World Cup, insisting that for football’s governing body they are driven purely by sporting considerations and ‌not commercial interests.

Bangkok Post

Lionel Messi's Father Health Update: Argentina Legend's Dad Could Possibly Be 'Discharged' From Hospital Soon

New reports from Argentina indicate Lionel Messi's father Jorge is in a much better condition and is likely to be discharged from the hospital, providing relief for the football star.

International Business Times UK

Algeria vs Austria World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Algeria vs Austria clash at Arrowhead Stadium with a Round of 16 spot on the line. Austria at +190 is the value pick in this Group J decider.

Sports Lens

Tottenham give update as search for new sporting director is paused

Chief executive Vinai Venkatesham confirmed it was no longer a key priority

The Independent UK

Ranking the Pac-12 Football Head Coaches for 2026

The Boise State Broncos football program has won three straight Mountain West titles under Spencer Danielson's leadership.

SuperWest Sports

Which footballers have refused to celebrate a goal against another country?

Plus: is Dick Advocaat unique among national-team coaches, long waits between World Cups, and Dave Beasant revisionism

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Romeo Beckham to make acting debut in queer tennis film ‘Forty Love’

After pursuing careers in football, tennis and modelling, 23-year-old Romeo Beckham is making his acting debut in a new French film, set to be released later this year.

Euronews

US eases restrictions on Iranian national football team allowing travel two days before next match

The US Department of Homeland Security says it had always intended on easing restrictions on the Iranian team after ensuring that safety protocols were up to order.

The Economic Times

Who was Eusébio? Portugal's first global football superstar, aka The Black Panther, whose 60-year-old FIFA World Cup record was just broken by Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo has rewritten football history, becoming Portugal's all-time leading World Cup goalscorer with a brace against Uzbekistan. The 41-year-old's two goals propelled him past Eusébio's nine-goal record, marking his tenth World Cup strike. This historic achievement also makes him the first player to score in six different World Cup…

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Trump to add to World Cup trophy's winding history

When US President Donald Trump presents the World Cup trophy to the winner, he will add another chapter to the story of football's grandest prize.

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Are England through to the next round of the World Cup?

Was a draw for England enough to secure knockout football this evening against Ghana?

Sports Illustrated

Pat Forde: Why Sitting Out 2026 May Be Brendan Sorsby’s Path Back to Football

The quarterback has spent two months trying to outrun the consequences of his gambling addiction, but sitting out may be the first step toward rebuilding his life and career.

The National (Scotland)

How new Motherwell manager fell in love with Scottish football in a Glasgow pub

New Motherwell manager Alfred Johansson has revealed how a visit to a Glasgow pub helped to convince him to move to Scottish football.

France 24

Deschamps to miss France's final group match against Norway after mother's death

France coach Didier Deschamps will miss his side's final World Cup group match against Norway after returning home following the death of his mother, the French Football Federation said on Tuesday. Assistant Guy Stephan will take charge as France, already through to the last 32, seek top spot in Group…

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2026 Top 200 Fantasy Football Rankings For Seasonal Superflex Leagues

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2026 Top 200 Fantasy Football Rankings For Seasonal Leagues

Plenty of great wide receivers available, but running backs make up six of the top 10 spots.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi becomes all-time leading scorer; Mbappe, Haaland respond with braces

Football legends Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe etched their names in World Cup history on Monday. Messi became the tournament's all-time leading scorer with 18 goals, while Mbappe surged into a tie for second. Meanwhile, Erling Haaland continued his impressive scoring streak, helping Norway advance. This day marked a significant…

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