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The dullest game of the World Cup so far? Welcome back, England

In today’s Football Daily: yawn in the USA

The Guardian - UK

FIFA President Attempts to Defend Hydration Breaks From Mounting Criticism

Fans continue to boo the mandatory three-minute breaks in each half of action.

Sports Illustrated

"Purely a sporting matter": FIFA President Infantino defends WC2026 hydration breaks

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended the new three-minute hydration breaks at the World Cup 2026, emphasizing their purely sporting purpose to combat extreme heat and ensure fair play. Despite criticism from some coaches about tactical disruptions, Infantino insists the breaks offer a crucial rest period for players over the…

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Gianni Infantino defends World Cup hydration breaks - and says they could be here to stay

The Fifa president denied that football’s governing body were benefitting financially from the three-minute breaks

The Independent UK

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

Donald Trump will present World Cup trophy to 2026 winners next month

US President Donald Trump will appear alongside FIFA boss Gianni Infantino to present the World Cup trophy.

BANG Premier

Ronaldo double fires Portugal, Ghana thwart England

Cristiano Ronaldo, at 41, etched his name in history by scoring in his sixth World Cup, leading Portugal to a dominant 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan. Meanwhile, England's quest for the knockout stages hit a snag with a frustrating 0-0 draw against Ghana. Despite the setback, England remains optimistic about advancing,…

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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.

AAP

Fifa president Gianni Infantino responds to criticism of World Cup hydration breaks

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The Independent UK

Maybe they're good: FIFA to analyze use of hydration breaks at future World Cups, Infantino says

FIFA is considering retaining hydration breaks for future World Cups, with President Gianni Infantino defending their introduction this year. He believes the mid-half stoppages offer players rest and tactical reassessment, potentially boosting game intensity and entertainment. Despite some fan criticism, Infantino argued for sporting equity, ensuring all teams benefit from…

The Economic Times

Donald Trump to present World Cup trophy to winners, says Gianni Infantino

DONALD Trump is set to hand over the World Cup trophy to the winners at the final on July 19, FIFA president Gianni Infantino has said

The National (Scotland)

Fifa weighs up keeping hydration breaks for future World Cups despite fan backlash

Hydration breaks have been loudly booed by fans at the World Cup

The Independent UK

Infantino reveals which World Cup game Trump plans to attend

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The Independent UK

Gianni Infantino says Trump will be at the World Cup final to present trophy to winners

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said he and President Donald Trump would give out the World Cup trophy together

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The Guardian - UK

Fifa leadership ‘overruled US-based staff’ opposing World Cup dynamic pricing

A number of Fifa’s US-based staff advised against the use of dynamic pricing at the World Cup but were overruled by the world governing body’s leadership

FourFourTwo

How the USA could host the 2038 World Cup – with Fiji and New Zealand

The World Cup is now so big that only a handful of nations could host it alone, leading to ever-more weird and wonderful co-hosting bids

The Independent UK

Priced out of World Cup games, Mexican fans take celebrations into their own hands

Mexicans are reclaiming the FIFA World Cup with street celebrations as high ticket prices keep many out of stadiums

International Business Times UK

Trump Could Skip World Cup Games as Savage Crowd Chants Over Toxic Epstein Ties Go Viral

A global football tournament faces political controversy as fans chant against Donald Trump over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, raising security concerns and sparking international debate.

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The Independent UK

Trump’s World Cup czar explains why the president hasn’t made an appearance at any games

The president has however attended both Game 3 of the NBA Finals in New York City and the UFC 250 cage fight on the White House lawn in recent weeks

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Only half training time, says Iran coach as he slams preparation restrictions before Belgium clash

Iran's football coach, Amir Ghalenoei, has voiced frustration over the challenging travel and preparation conditions for his team ahead of their World Cup match against Belgium. He highlighted inconsistent US entry policies that limited training time, contrasting it with Belgium's smoother arrangements. While acknowledging FIFA's efforts, Ghalenoei questioned why logistical…

The Economic Times

FIFA draws criticism as Infantino clocks up air miles at World Cup

FIFA President Gianni Infantino's extensive private jet travel for the 2026 World Cup is drawing sharp criticism from environmentalists. His frequent flights, covering vast distances across North America, significantly contribute to carbon emissions. Experts highlight this as a "sustainability paradox," where the tournament's structure necessitates high-emission travel, raising concerns about…

The Independent UK

Iran coach questions US officials’ inconsistency as training for World Cup clash with Belgium cut short

The US administration’s handling of the Iranian football team has repeatedly come under scrutiny

Radio France Internationale

World Cup's carbon footprint under scrutiny as Fifa boss racks up air miles

Fifa president Gianni Infantino has been a busy man at this World Cup but his unquenchable thirst to pack in as many matches as possible is causing unrest among environmentalists who are questioning his indifference to climate change.

The National (Scotland)

Gianni Infantino pays tribute to Scotland supporter after minute's applause

FIFA president Infantino has paid tribute to Scotland supporter Donny Strathie, following last night's World Cup match with Morocco.

Fortune

How FIFA restructured the World Cup into its biggest payday ever, as host cities face a budget shortfall

Gianni Infantino promised to quadruple FIFA's income back in 2016, and now he's throwing "104 Super Bowls" with an unprecedented tournament.

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