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Curaçao enjoy their moment but Havertz and ruthless Germany show no mercy
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/14/germany-curacao-world-cup-match-report
Published: June 14, 2026 19:17
The net rippled and Curaçaoâs bench exploded in every conceivable direction, their giddiness underpinned by a lucid awareness of the goalâs place in history. Livano Comenencia had just equalised against Germany and an island of 158,000 inhabitants,âŚ
Spain confident of repeating Euros success: âWeâre the same as we were thenâ
Published: June 14, 2026 19:10
Squad has evolved since 2024 but the European champions are happy to embrace the tag of tournament favourites Spain knew, now everyone else does too. It was almost 1.30am on 15 July 2024 when Ălvaro Morata, the captain who had lifted the Henry DelaunayâŚ
Netherlands v Japan: World Cup 2026 â live
https://www.theguardian.com/football/live/2026/jun/14/netherlands-v-japan-world-cup-2026-live
Published: June 14, 2026 18:14
â˝ď¸ Kick-off time: 3pm local/4pm EDT/9pm BST/6am AESTâ˝ď¸ Player guide | Bracketology | Golden Boot | WallchartBy Takashi OgamiJapan are no longer at a stage where speaking openly about âwinning the World Cupâ invites ridicule. Their historic victories overâŚ
âWhy wouldnât I?â: Eze would take England penalty despite Arsenal shootout miss
Published: June 14, 2026 18:00
Eze dismisses idea of changing spot-kick techniqueâIf there is a penalty to take Iâll be there againâEberechi Eze says he will not let his missed penalty in the Champions League final stop him from stepping up in a shootout for England in the World Cup.TheâŚ
Real Madrid agree to sign Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella in ÂŁ52m deal
Published: June 14, 2026 17:28
Spain left-back will complete transfer after World CupCucurella had spoken out against Chelsea hierarchyReal Madrid have reached a verbal agreement to sign Marc Cucurella from Chelsea in a package worth up to âŹ60m (ÂŁ52m).The Spain left-back, who isâŚ
Brilliant teenager Bouaddi glides on to big stage with effortless grace for Morocco
Published: June 14, 2026 16:59
Lille midfielder excelled against Brazil but it was no surprise to his national coach after a key role in convincing him to turn down Franceâs overturesThe name Ayyoub Bouaddi was on everyoneâs lips after Brazilâs draw against Morocco on Saturday night.âŚ
Joy, relief and a very late night: how Scotland celebrated World Cup win
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/14/scotland-celebrates-world-cup-haiti
Published: June 14, 2026 16:07
Anxious dead-of-night watch parties ended in celebration after 1-0 victory over Haiti in first finals match since 1998It was around 2.28am in the UK that John McGinn ended 28, arguably 36, years of hurt â and anyone daft enough to be asleep will surelyâŚ
Germany v Curaçao: World Cup 2026 â live
https://www.theguardian.com/football/live/2026/jun/14/germany-v-curacao-world-cup-2026-live
Published: June 14, 2026 15:45
â˝ Kick-off: 12pm local/1pm EDT/6pm BST/3am AESTâ˝ Player guide | Bracketology | Golden boot | Email DanielGermany: Neuer, Kimmich, Tah, Schlotterbeck, Brown, Pavlovic, Nmecha, Sane, Musiala, Wirtz, Havertz. Subs: Baumann, Nubel, Rudiger, Anton, Goretzka,âŚ
Young Socceroos offer something new and tantalising: the hope of an adventure like in 2006
Published: June 14, 2026 15:00
Irankunda and co have not yet earned golden generation status but they can revive Australiaâs World Cup aspirationsThere always was a familiar feeling to this youthful squad of Socceroos. That sense of deja vu. That you had seen something like this before.âŚ
Scotland scrape past Haiti for winning World Cup return | World Cup Daily â video
Published: June 14, 2026 09:12
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Alex Abnos, Jeff Rueter, Jack Snape and Ewan Murray to discuss the latest action Continue reading...
World Cup 2026: Scotland react to first victory in 36 years as Australia beat Turkey â live
Published: June 14, 2026 07:48
News, build-up and reaction from North AmericaPlayer guide | Bracketology | Wallchart | Mail us hereAs always, feel free to leave a comment below the line with any reaction from the latest games. You can also throw in some predictions for todayâsâŚ
Brazil find that everything good flows through VinĂ of New Jersey
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/14/vinicius-junior-brazil-world-cup-2026
Published: June 14, 2026 07:00
The Real Madrid star was his countryâs best player in their World Cup opener on Saturday. Theyâll need more of the same if they are to make a deep run VinĂcius JĂşnior is not wearing the famous Brazil No 10 at this World Cup. For now, the hallowed shirt ofâŚ
Socceroos stun Turkey as Australian youngsters shine in opening World Cup win
Published: June 14, 2026 05:57
The Socceroosâ future has arrived early, after Australiaâs next generation delivered one of their best World Cup victories, upsetting highly-fancied Turkey 2-0 in Vancouver to start their 2026 campaign in style.They can thank a trio of young stars, all ofâŚ
England get rapturous welcome as they settle in to sprawling Kansas City home
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/14/england-world-cup-training-base-kansas-city-swope
Published: June 14, 2026 04:04
Englandâs squad arrived at Swope Soccer Village, their World Cup base, to find locals (and the local police) out in forceBefore Thomas Tuchel and his England players departed for the United States, there was talk about their World Cup training ground inâŚ
DR Congo bring style and pride to the World Cup after wholesome welcome
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/14/dr-congo-world-cup-houston
Published: June 14, 2026 04:00
Brutally tough return to tournament awaits, but the stature of opposition feels less important than the fact of being here at allIt was an arrival worth more than half a century of waiting. The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) players strolled intoâŚ
Scotland victorious on World Cup return after McGinn strike helps clinch win over Haiti
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/14/haiti-scotland-world-cup-match-report
Published: June 14, 2026 03:25
This all proved rather difficult to evaluate as the dust settled. Scotlandâs fifth win at a World Cup finals should have been a cause for epic celebration. Victory over Haiti meant this is a team not guaranteed to receive a bloody nose against lesserâŚ
Australia v Turkey: World Cup 2026 â live
Published: June 14, 2026 02:38
â˝ď¸ Kick-off time: 9pm local/2pm AEST/5am BST/12am EDTâ˝ď¸ Player guide | Bracketology | Golden Boot | Mail JonathanVancouver has an Australian presence throughout the year, but the city will be green and gold this evening.Roughly 25,000 people in CanadaâŚ
VinĂcius JĂşnior rescues lacklustre Brazil as Morocco earn deserved World Cup draw
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/14/brazil-morocco-world-cup-match-report
Published: June 14, 2026 00:16
So it turns out that Carlo Ancelotti is no miracle worker. After watching his side fall behind to Ismael Saibariâs brilliant opening goal, the Brazil manager needed a big favour from VinĂcius JĂşnior to ensure the five-time World Cup winnersâ first match ofâŚ
Haiti v Scotland: World Cup 2026 â live
https://www.theguardian.com/football/live/2026/jun/14/haiti-v-scotland-world-cup-2026-live
Published: June 13, 2026 23:02
â˝ď¸ World Cup kick-off 9pm EST/2am BST/11am AESTâ˝ď¸ Player guide | Bracketology | Golden Boot | Email TomBack when Kenny McClean put the cherry on the cake of Scotlandâs dramatic playoff win against Denmark in November, the concept of this game was a causeâŚ
âNo soccer fans hereâ: World Cup fever fails to grip Texas Republicans
Published: June 13, 2026 22:39
Houston is a host city but those gathered there for a GOP convention are far more concerned with contentious politics â and an elephantGreg Abbott, the governor of Texas, has just finished a 25-minute address and most of the hits have been played. TheâŚ
Khoukhi late show earns Qatar dramatic World Cup draw against Switzerland
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/13/qatar-switzerland-world-cup-match-report
Published: June 13, 2026 21:26
Qatar snatched their first ever World Cup point with a stoppage-time goal to draw 1-1 against Switzerland in an energetic Group B opener.Switzerland went ahead in the 17th minute when Breel Embolo coolly stroked home a penalty but paid the price forâŚ
Brazil v Morocco: World Cup 2026 â live
https://www.theguardian.com/football/live/2026/jun/13/brazil-v-morocco-world-cup-2026-live
Published: June 13, 2026 20:00
â˝ď¸ World Cup kick-off 6pm EST, 11pm BST, 8am Sun AESTâ˝ď¸ Player guide | Bracketology | Golden Boot | Email JeffWhile it was always a reach to project this tournament would feel like 104 Super Bowls, some matchups inevitably fit the blockbuster billing.âŚ
Being the best in Asia is no longer enough for Japan seeking World Cup breakthrough | Jonathan Wilson
Published: June 13, 2026 19:00
Despite missing key players, Hajime Moriyasuâs side have built strength in depth to challenge the traditional orderIn 2002 there was a sense that Japan had slightly missed an opportunity. South Korea may have enjoyed the benefit of some favourableâŚ
Qatar v Switzerland: World Cup 2026 â live
https://www.theguardian.com/football/live/2026/jun/13/qatar-v-switzerland-world-cup-2026-live
Published: June 13, 2026 17:58
â˝ď¸ Kick-off 12pm local, 3pm EST, 8pm BST, 4am Sun AESTâ˝ď¸ Player guide | Bracketology | Golden Boot | Mail JohnThe expected formations, are Qatar 4-3-3 and Switzerland 4-2-3-1.Qatar: Abunada, Al Oui, Ro Ro, Khouki, Ahmed, Gaber, Madibo, Laye, Junior,âŚ
Clutch time: Canadian and US World Cup mascots feature in Peruvian drugs raid
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/13/world-cup-mascots-drugs-raid-peru
Published: June 13, 2026 15:39
Lima police dress as mascots in raid on suspectZayu the Jaguar left out of police operationWhile tensions between Canada and the United States have risen in the last few years as Donald Trump has made threats to turn his northern neighbor into a 51st stateâŚ
Kretinsky set to become West Hamâs biggest shareholder and addresses Sullivan allegations
Published: June 13, 2026 14:44
Czech billionaire to increase his stake from 27% to 43%Kretinsky and Gold âdeeply concernedâ by revelationsDaniel Kretinsky, the owner of Royal Mail, is set to overtake David Sullivan as West Hamâs largest shareholder after agreeing to buy an additionalâŚ
âYou make people a bit happierâ: the football app building friendships in London
Published: June 13, 2026 13:00
Footy Addicts helps amateur players find a game at short notice â and tackles the problem of lonelinessCries of âBoss! Boss! Boss!â emerge from the pitch during a hard-fought game of football in a London park. There arenât a lot of names used in this game,âŚ
âEveryone is welcome with usâ: Curaçao want you along for their first World Cup ride
Published: June 13, 2026 11:07
The smallest nation ever to compete in the tournament celebrate the long adventure that got them there, and remember those who cannot be there to enjoy it with themAngelo Cijntje can look back now and smile. It was September 2023 and Curaçaoâs trip fromâŚ
In a USA win for the history books, what stood out most was the âfunâ and free nature of it
Published: June 13, 2026 11:00
The United States are no longer a workmanlike outfit built on grit and grind â and Mauricio Pochettino says they are âwinning a lot of fansâTo find a precedent for the United Statesâ win over Paraguay, one must return to a time when World Cup teams wereâŚ
World Cup 2026: USA light up LA; Englandâs boots stolen; Scotlandâs big return â live
Published: June 13, 2026 07:31
â˝ď¸ Latest news and discussion as tournament continuesâ˝ď¸ USA 4-1 Paraguay | Scotland become faithfuls or traitors â˝ď¸ Player guide | Bracketology | Wallchart | Mail WillIf you prefer your football coverage in podcast form â donât worry, I wonât be offended ââŚ
âWe can do muchâ: how feeling for family helped end Haitiâs long World Cup absence
Published: June 13, 2026 07:00
Haiti are on footballâs grandest stage for first time since 1974 and squad drawn from far and wide are âhungryâ for successTamy Michel grew up watching her father run a football club through prison, political upheaval and the endless uncertainties of lifeâŚ
Los Angeles conjures up irresistible spectacle as USA sparkle in opening act | Barney Ronay
Published: June 13, 2026 06:34
Every World Cup needs its hosts to start well, more so this one, and Mauricio Pochettinoâs team delivered on a fun day on the Pacific coast The ball is magic, remember. Just keep watching the ball. On a lovely soft powder blue night in Los Angeles theâŚ
âI thought â gosh, heâs going to be some playerâ: the making of Englandâs Declan Rice
Published: June 13, 2026 04:00
Rejected by Chelsea, honed by West Ham and a league winner at Arsenal, the midfielder has plenty from his footballing journey wishing him well at the World CupThree years ago Declan Rice was the star guest at a Soho House event about the power of effectiveâŚ
Cold War Steve on ⌠Gianni Infantino staying cool as World Cup heats up
Published: June 13, 2026 04:00
The first in a special series of World Cup 2026 themed collages made for the Guardian by the celebrated satirist Continue reading...
Injury deprived me of chance to play so I am going to the World Cup to support Brazil | Rodrygo
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/13/rodrygo-world-cup-injury-support-brazil
Published: June 13, 2026 04:00
Watching the squad presentation knowing I wasnât in it was tough, but I have high hopes with Carlo Ancelotti in chargeI am travelling to the United States this week to watch some of the Seleçãoâs games at the World Cup. Iâll be continuing my dailyâŚ
Why football does not remember the name of its greatest ever Jewish player
Published: June 13, 2026 04:00
Influential Jewish managers such as Bela Guttman survived the Holocaust. In his new book, David Bolchover explores the great players who did notWho was the best Brazilian player of all time? PelĂŠ comes the answer. Argentina? Maradona or Messi. Hungary?âŚ
USA bulldoze Paraguay as co-hosts romp to victory in World Cup opener
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/12/usa-paraguay-world-cup-2026-group-d-match-report
Published: June 13, 2026 03:03
Across the parking lot from Los Angeles Stadium sits the Forum. In the 1980s, it served as the stage for one of American sportsâ most enthralling entertainment outfits: the Los Angeles Lakers. Opening their campaign at the 2026 World Cup in front of 70,492âŚ
Englandâs World Cup boots stolen before first training session in Kansas City
Published: June 13, 2026 02:01
Equipment stolen during transportation from FloridaFA will liaise with police in bid to retrieve match bootsEngland have been the victims of a security breakdown after the teamâs match boots were stolen before their first World Cup training session inâŚ
Socceroos begin World Cup adventure with underdog status left behind | Jack Snape
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/13/socceroos-world-cup-australia-football-team-preview
Published: June 13, 2026 00:00
In a super-sized edition that makes Australia a middle power their young squad can budget for four matches at the tournament with the hope of moreâ˝ď¸ How to watch the Socceroos | Australia team guideâ˝ď¸ Guide to all 1,248 players | Bracketology | WorldâŚ
USA v Paraguay: World Cup 2026 â live
https://www.theguardian.com/football/live/2026/jun/12/usa-v-paraguay-world-cup-2026-live
Published: June 12, 2026 22:47
â˝ď¸ Kick-off at 9pm EDT/2am BST/11am AESTâ˝ď¸ Player guide | Bracketology | Golden Boot | Mail BeauThe likely starter at striker for the United States will be key to how the team builds up in attack. Jeff Rueter on what we saw from Balogun in the pre-WorldâŚ
Former West Ham director removed from inquiry into David Sullivan
Published: June 12, 2026 22:10
Tara Warren is recused from Independent Football Regulator investigation of allegations of sexual misconductA nonexecutive director of the Independent Football Regulator (IFR) will not be involved in the inquiry into allegations of sexual misconductâŚ
Supersub Cyle Larin rescues point for Canada against Bosnia and Herzegovina
Published: June 12, 2026 21:21
âHistory is about to be made,â the understandably giddy stadium announcer said in the seconds before kick-off and while this was not the perfect start, Canada will not forget Cyle Larinâs equaliser against Bosnia and Herzegovina in a hurry. Trailing toâŚ
âTickets are very expensiveâ: Mexican president Sheinbaum explains why she did not attend World Cup opener
Published: June 12, 2026 19:51
President gave ticket to a young female soccer fanâI gave it to someone who couldnât go, who loves footballâThe Mexican president, Claudia Sheinbaum, explained on Friday why she was absent from the Azteca Stadium during Mexicoâs opening match with SouthâŚ
Canada v Bosnia and Herzegovina: World Cup 2026 â live
Published: June 12, 2026 18:18
â˝ď¸ Kick-off at 3pm EDT/8pm BST/13 June 5am AESTâ˝ď¸ Player guide | Bracketology | Golden Boot | Mail TahaForget the World Cup just for a sec ⌠some news from Scotland. Canada: CrĂŠpeau, Johnston, De Fougerolles, Cornelius, Laryea, Buchanan, KonĂŠ, EustĂĄquio,âŚ
Scotland played Traitors to give players voice before World Cup opener, says Robertson
Published: June 12, 2026 18:08
Captain said game helped pass time in training campScotland play 83rd-ranked Haiti on Saturday in BostonAndy Robertson has revealed an unorthodox way Scotland have prepared for their World Cup return, with the captain organising a game of Traitors amongâŚ
Rangers target Derek McInnes from Hearts as replacement for Danny RĂśhl
Published: June 12, 2026 17:56
RĂśhl expected to join RB Salzburg within daysMcInnes turned down chance to manage Rangers in 2017Rangers are likely to move for the Hearts manager, Derek McInnes, if Danny RĂśhl completes a move to RB Salzburg.The Ibrox club and Salzburg are in talks over aâŚ
Thomas Partey out of Ghanaâs World Cup opener after visa application to Canada refused
Published: June 12, 2026 17:32
Player had been due to face Panama in Toronto Fifa says decision made by Canadian governmentThomas Partey has been denied entry to Canada and will not be available for Ghanaâs first World Cup game in Toronto on Wednesday.The former Arsenal midfielder wasâŚ
World Cup football and T20 cricket galore, plus F1 in Barcelona â follow with us
Published: June 12, 2026 16:41
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âMore pressure than the presidentâ: Ancelotti sets out to end Brazilâs World Cup drought
Published: June 12, 2026 16:06
Last triumph was in 2002 but Italian head coach, without Neymar against Morocco, brings âjoy and enthusiasmâIt is Marcio Santos who best sums up the predicament Brazilâs players found themselves in before the 1994 World Cup. âWe hadnât won in 24 years.âŚ
The âAztecaâ delivers as hosts and ghosts give us that World Cup feeling
Published: June 12, 2026 14:36
Thereâs an elemental force to football that can never be bottled and sold off. For reasons only known to Gianni Infantino and attendant pen pushers, the Azteca has been renamed the Mexico City Stadium for the Geopolitics World Cup. You can change a nameâŚ
Foxâs full-screen ads during World Cup hydration breaks cause dismay in US: âAbsolute nonsenseâ
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/12/hydration-breaks-adverts-fox-world-cup
Published: June 12, 2026 13:28
Breaks have been added at World Cup for player safetyFox missed small amount of action during breakFox is facing criticism from fans in the US after introducing full-screen adverts while players take hydration breaks during its World Cup broadcasts.FifaâŚ
Beth Mead describes moving to Manchester City as a âno-brainerâ
Published: June 12, 2026 12:17
Forward signs three-year deal with WSL championsâThe way City plays suits me really wellâ says 31-year-oldBeth Mead believes Manchester Cityâs playing style suits her own and has described her move to the Womenâs Super League champions on a three-yearâŚ
Republic of Ireland to face Israel at neutral venue after Gaza war protests
Published: June 12, 2026 11:59
Had been calls for Nations League tie to be boycottedFAI agree to move contest away from Aviva StadiumThe Republic of Ireland are to play their upcoming Nations League game against Israel at a neutral venue behind closed doors following protests by playersâŚ
France followed to World Cup by home politics after MbappĂŠâs swipe at far right
Published: June 12, 2026 11:00
Platini among former players to accuse captain of creating distraction as Deschamps defends captainâs right to speakâIf thereâs one wish I have, itâs for you to ask my players about the opponents, about football,â Didier Deschamps told journalists afterâŚ
Nobody should underestimate what Thomas Tuchel can do with England | Emma Hayes
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/12/thomas-tuchel-england-world-cup
Published: June 12, 2026 11:00
Leaving Cole Palmer at home surprised me, but I know Thomas from Chelsea â heâs the type of coach to die on his swordIn Thomas Tuchel, England have an elite coach. Donât underestimate him. In my 12 years working at Chelsea, he and Mauricio Pochettino wereâŚ
Kenny Jackett, former Wales and Watford player and successful manager, dies aged 64
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/12/kenny-jackett-dies-watford-wales-millwall-wolves
Published: June 12, 2026 09:54
Jackett spent whole playing career with WatfordHe managed seven clubs including Millwall and WolvesThe former Watford and Wales player Kenny Jackett, who managed clubs including Millwall and Wolves, has died at the age of 64.Jackett won 31 Wales capsâŚ
Jude Bellingham reveals England got âthings wrong off the pitchâ at Euro 2024
Published: June 12, 2026 09:35
He feels squad did not connect âas well as it could haveâShine taken off his overhead kick goal by circumstancesJude Bellingham has revealed things were not right off the pitch in Englandâs camp at Euro 2024. Despite reaching the final, where they wereâŚ
Tartan Army toast Scotlandâs World Cup return: âItâs a once-in-a-lifetime opportunityâ
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/12/tartan-army-toast-scotland-world-cup-return-boston
Published: June 12, 2026 09:00
Of all the bases Scotland fans could have found for their World Cup journey, it had to be the city renowned for chasing the English out of townSam Adams is the beer of Boston, named after the fourth governor of Massachusetts and founding father of theâŚ
World Cup 2026: Mexico off to winning start; empty seats in Guadalajara; USA and Canada enter fray â live
Published: June 12, 2026 08:27
â˝ď¸ Canada tightens in anticipation | What is enough for US?â˝ď¸ Player guide | Bracketology | Golden Boot | Mail DavidHow about this: youâre still tucking into your morning cornflakes and thereâs already a World Cup daily pod to listen to. Jet-lag isnâtâŚ
Joy for JimĂŠnez and Mexico as co-hosts make ideal start | World Cup Daily
Published: June 12, 2026 08:09
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay, Jeff Rueter and Jonathan Wilson as the World Cup kicks off in Mexico Continue reading...
Julen Lopetegui: âGoing to the World Cup just for the sake of going is stupidâ
Published: June 12, 2026 07:00
Eight years on from being sacked by Spain on the eve of the World Cup, Julen Lopetegui will get his chance on the big stage as head coach of QatarWhen the Qatari national teamâs flight from Dublin touched down in Los Angeles at 2.12pm on 30 May there wasâŚ
South Korea get off to winning start after rallying from goal down to beat Czechia
Published: June 12, 2026 04:08
South Korea rallied from a goal down to defeat the Czech Republic 2-1 and make a winning start to their World Cup Group A campaign, much to the delight of their fans and the sizeable local Mexican support they enjoyed in a festive Guadalajara.The KoreansâŚ
The Joy of Six: forgotten World Cup goals
https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/jun/12/the-joy-of-six-forgotten-world-cup-goals
Published: June 12, 2026 04:00
From Ogrisâs Florentine charge to Quagliarellaâs Ellis Park chip, half a dozen World Cup classics that deserve to be better rememberedThe first six or seven World Cups certainly are not without their charms, but they are noticeably light on the kind ofâŚ
South Korea v Czechia: World Cup 2026 â live
Published: June 12, 2026 01:09
â˝ď¸ Kick-off time: 8pm local/12pm AEST/3am BST/10pm EDTâ˝ď¸ Player guide | Bracketology | Golden Boot | Mail JonathanCzechia will also line up in a 3-4-3 with Alexandr Sojka handed a competitive debut alongside star man TomĂĄĹĄ SouÄek in midfield. The 23 yearâŚ
ITV delivers feisty start to World Cup coverage â and taunts BBC from glitzy studio
Published: June 11, 2026 22:25
Mark Pougatch acknowledged the controversies surrounding the tournament, while capturing the excitement of football fansDonât mention the war. Mark Pougatch mentioned it, right at the start of ITVâs World Cup coverage, but I think he got away with it. HeâŚ
Infantinoâs rebrand and long haul games: five takeaways from World Cup opener
Published: June 11, 2026 22:08
Mexico City played host to this yearâs first game as an emotionally charged Azteca witnessed Shakiraâs big returnMexicans have waited 40 years to witness a World Cup in their own country and the pride felt from becoming the first nation to stage threeâŚ
RaĂşl JimĂŠnez seals Mexicoâs win against nine-man South Africa in World Cup opener
Published: June 11, 2026 21:17
Was that it, then? Was Sphephelo Sithole being caught in possession nine minutes into the opening game, JuliĂĄn QuiĂąones running on to lash the ball through Ronwen Williamsâs legs, was that when the football took over, the moment when concerns over theâŚ
Iranâs World Cup camp in Tijuana unfolds under armed guard and political shadow
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/11/iran-world-cup-tijuana-security-camp-mexico
Published: June 11, 2026 20:49
An improvised base in Mexico has become Team Melliâs unlikely World Cup home as security fears, visa disputes and political divisions shape their tournamentOpen-top trucks patrolled the surrounding roads outside the Estadio Caliente today, mounted by menâŚ
McTominay should be fit for Scotlandâs World Cup opener despite stomach bug
Published: June 11, 2026 18:37
Midfielder missed final training session before Haiti gameâHopefully that doesnât spread,â said Kenny McLeanScotland are confident Scott McTominay will be fit to face Haiti on Saturday despite the midfielder sitting out training on Thursday due to aâŚ
Real Madrid confirm JosĂŠ Mourinhoâs return as manager after 13 years away
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/11/real-madrid-confirm-jose-mourinho-manager
Published: June 11, 2026 18:29
63-year-old leaves Benfica to move back to the BernabĂŠuMarco Silva agrees deal to replace him at Portuguese clubJosĂŠ Mourinhoâs blockbuster return as Real Madrid manager has been confirmed. The 63-year-old, who was in the dugout at the BernabĂŠu from 2010âŚ
âThey are adultsâ: Tuchel grants England players day off with few strings attached
Published: June 11, 2026 18:00
Manager says team must âlive up to the trustâ on rest daysGerman suggests Bellingham may play as a âfree roleâ No 9Thomas Tuchel is confident that his England players will not abuse his trust, as he granted them time off with few strings attached at theâŚ
Mexico v South Africa: World Cup 2026 opening match â live
Published: June 11, 2026 17:45
â˝ď¸ Kick-off time: 1pm local/8pm BST/3pm EDT/5am AESTâ˝ď¸ Player guide | Bracketology | Wallchart | Email DanielâThat ITV studio is spectacular,â reckons Kev the Poet. âAlmost as spectacular as the nark-off between Roy Keane and anyone else. The BBC is goingâŚ
The United States enter a charged World Cup asking: what is enough?
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/11/usmnt-world-cup-preview
Published: June 11, 2026 16:01
Unlike most other countries, the US are playing the 2026 World Cup not just for themselves, but for the future of their voice in the sportWorld Cup newsletter | Daily podcast | Download the appMauricio Pochettino paused. The microphone signal flickered. HeâŚ
Kieran McKenna leaves emotional legacy at Ipswich to last generations
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/11/kieran-mckenna-ipswich-legacy-premier-league-exit
Published: June 11, 2026 15:39
Manager caught lightning in a bottle with three promotions in four seasons but his need for a break to prioritise a young family is refreshing When the tears have dried, the adage will ring true for Ipswich and Kieran McKenna. They will smile because itâŚ
World Cup Group D view from Turkey: young team can shake off âdark horsesâ tag | Emre Sarigul
Published: June 11, 2026 15:00
Australia, the US and Paraguay will have their work cut out to match the Crescent Starsâ young midfield but a shaky defence is a genuine concernTurkey coach Vincenzo Montella has been building one of the nationâs strongest teams in living memory. AâŚ
England World Cup 2026 team guide
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/11/england-world-cup-2026-team-guide
Published: June 11, 2026 15:00
Thomas Tuchel wants to âput a second star on the shirtâ after making big selection calls, but what will be Jude Bellinghamâs role?This article is part of the Guardianâs 2026 World Cup Expertsâ Network, a cooperation between some of the best mediaâŚ
Socceroosâ breakout star Jordan Bos at ease with the hype: âIâm a pretty chill guyâ
Published: June 11, 2026 15:00
The full-backâs career has moved as swiftly as his marauding runs down the left to make him Australiaâs not-so-secret weapon at the 2026 World CupJordan Bos smiles, wide like his position, at a world that appears to come easily. The Socceroosâ leftâŚ
Football Daily | World Cup day is upon us: chill, relax and revel in the euphoria and despair
Published: June 11, 2026 14:06
Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now!Happy GWC Day everyone! Sure, Bigger Cup may have become the pinnacle of football in the 21st century, but nothing stirs the child within like the beginning of a Geopolitics World Cup. The 23rd editionâŚ
West Ham womenâs team not told of David Sullivanâs restricted access to them
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/11/west-ham-women-david-sullivan-restricted-access
Published: June 11, 2026 13:49
Sources say it would have breached regulations to tell WSL or team details of safeguarding investigation into SullivanNeither the Womenâs Super League nor West Ham United womenâs team were aware of the restrictions placed on David Sullivanâs interactionâŚ
Canadian soccer, finally on stable ground, tightens in anticipation of a historic World Cup
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/11/canada-world-cup-opening-game-jesse-marsch
Published: June 11, 2026 13:00
Jesse Marsch leads a hopeful squad aiming to capture the nationâs attention after a false start last time out⢠World Cup newsletter | Daily podcast | Download the appCanadaâs best had about as close to a day off as you get in Jesse Marschâs world WednesdayâŚ
Welcome to Trumpâs World Cup, a depressingly angry version of football uniting the planet | Barney Ronay
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/11/donald-trump-world-cup-ted-lasso-usa
Published: June 11, 2026 12:44
Ted Lasso will deliver a message of hope before the USAâs first game, in an America that is not a fit or desirable host right nowShortly before 6pm local time on Friday night at the Los Angeles Stadium, the actor who plays Ted Lasso â the fictional managerâŚ
Martin OâNeill hungry for more success at Celtic after being confirmed as manager
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/11/martin-oneill-confirmed-celtic-manager
Published: June 11, 2026 11:39
OâNeill signs one-year contract with one-year option74-year-old aiming for âmore days like thoseâ after doubleMartin OâNeill said his appetite was whetted by winning a double last month to deliver âmore days like thoseâ at Celtic after he was confirmed asâŚ
How We Watched the World Cup: Smelling Maradona â video
Published: June 11, 2026 10:48
If you had the chance to meet Diego Maradona, what would you do? Smell him? Thatâs what our chief sports writer, Barney Ronay, did at the 2018 World Cup during Argentinaâs first group game of the competition. To keep up with more of Barneyâs adventures inâŚ
Wolves sack Rob Edwards and target Portuguese manager CĂŠsar Peixoto
Published: June 11, 2026 08:13
Head coach failed to save club from relegationWolves have signed Kieran Trippier and RaĂşl JimĂŠnezWolverhampton Wanderers have sacked Rob Edwards, the former Middlesbrough head coach they hired last November, after he was unable to guide the strugglingâŚ
World Cup 2026: countdown to opener, Tuchel savours England win, Infantino tells fans to âchillâ â live
Published: June 11, 2026 07:53
â˝ď¸ Infantino tells fans to âchillâ in response to Fifaâs criticsâ˝ď¸ Match centre | Player guide | Bracketology | Mail TomRight, a huge chunk of overnight reading for you, if youâre getting up in Europe.Jonathan Wilson in Mexico City sets the scene for theâŚ
Mexico hoping football emerges from the chaos surrounding World Cup
Published: June 11, 2026 07:00
It may just be time to forget the sullied buildup and enjoy the tournament although co-hosts are not optimisticIt has been difficult to go anywhere in Mexico City this week without seeing Hugo SĂĄnchez, the great former Real Madrid striker, trying to sellâŚ
Fields of the Gods: Mexicoâs football pitches from above â photo essay
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/11/mexico-football-pitches-aerial-photo-essay
Published: June 11, 2026 06:00
In Mexico, football is played wherever space permits. The Reuters photographer Raquel Cunha spent three months taking photos of amateur matches across Mexico City and beyondAcross Mexico, a co-host of the 2026 World Cup, football pitches are laid outâŚ
Striker Mo TourĂŠ sends injury scare through Socceroos camp on eve of World Cup
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/11/mo-toure-injury-scare-world-cup-socceroos-striker
Published: June 11, 2026 04:46
Australia forward misses training three days from Turkey matchTony Popovicâs squad is thin on specialist attacking optionsSocceroos striker Mo TourĂŠ sent a scare through camp days before the teamâs World Cup opener after he missed training on WednesdayâŚ
Omar Artan scandal reveals Gianni Infantino for what he is: one of sportâs greatest cowards | Jonathan Liew
Published: June 11, 2026 04:01
Fifa president has prostrated the organisation before Donald Trump and lost control of his own tournament as a resultEven the Nazis tried to tone things down a bit. Before the 1936 Olympics in Berlin, acutely conscious of how it might be perceived byâŚ
Gordon makes his point as England breeze past Costa Rica in final World Cup warm-up
Published: June 10, 2026 23:13
It was the day when Thomas Tuchel showed his hand for Englandâs World Cup opener against Croatia in Dallas next Wednesday and his players hinted at what can happen when they play with intensity and slick connections.The paucity of the opposition had to beâŚ
Ghana World Cup 2026 team guide
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/11/ghana-world-cup-2026-team-guide
Published: June 10, 2026 23:01
Antoine Semenyo will need help from his supporting cast but there is plenty of excitement about a 20-year-old midfielder likened to Michael EssienThis article is part of the Guardianâs 2026 World Cup Expertsâ Network, a cooperation between some of the bestâŚ
Gianni Infantino tells football fans to âchillâ in response to Fifaâs critics
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/10/gianni-infantino-fifa-criticism-2026-world-cup
Published: June 10, 2026 21:12
Fifa president defends handling of tournamentâScreaming and shouting does not find a solutionâGianni Infantino told football fans to âchill and relaxâ on the eve of the World Cup, while Fifa faced criticism from the United Nations over the immigrationâŚ
Nottingham Forest reject Manchester Cityâs ÂŁ122m bid for Elliot Anderson
Published: June 10, 2026 20:40
City intensify their pursuit of England midfielderForest want fee to match British record ÂŁ125m for IsakManchester City have made a second bid worth ÂŁ122m for Elliot Anderson which has been rejected by Nottingham Forest, who want a British record transferâŚ
âNot in our best momentâ: strikes and tension temper World Cup buzz in Mexico City
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/10/mexico-city-world-cup-teachers-strike-protest
Published: June 10, 2026 19:57
An escalating teachersâ strike and concerns around public perception have left locals with complicated feelings on the eve of the tournamentâs openerWorld Cup newsletter | Daily podcast | Download the appMexico Cityâs Plaza de la ConstituciĂłn sits in theâŚ
England v Costa Rica: World Cup 2026 warm-up delayed by storm â live
Published: June 10, 2026 19:13
Kick-off in Orlando friendly was 9pm BST, 4pm EDTPlayer guide | Bracketology | Wallchart | Mail ScottDavid Hytner reports that more lightning has been predicted by stadium staff long used to such delays. But Florida weather being what it is, all is not yetâŚ
Mauricio Pochettino: âNo one sees the USA as a contender â but why not?â
Published: June 10, 2026 19:00
The menâs head coach discusses his âAmerican dreamâ at the World Cup and tempering the host nationâs âarrogantâ expectationsThis American dream begins in small-town Murphy, Santa Fe. Thatâs Santa Fe, Argentina, at a little club where the old folk playedâŚ
Kieran McKenna steps down as Ipswich manager âwith great prideâ to take break
Published: June 10, 2026 17:00
Manager keen to spend more time with familyIpswich chair Mark Ashton âguttedâ by decisionKieran McKenna has stepped down as Ipswichâs manager after four and a half years in charge of the Suffolk club, who will return to the Premier League next season.TheâŚ
TV rights holders frustrated over World Cup final half-time show delay
Published: June 10, 2026 16:47
Fifa still to confirm length of show despite requestsDelay is causing issues for advertising teamsWorld Cup TV rights holders are growing increasingly frustrated at Fifaâs failure to confirm the length of the half-time show at next monthâs final.Madonna,âŚ
Croatia World Cup 2026 team guide
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/10/croatia-world-cup-2026-team-guide
Published: June 10, 2026 15:00
Luka Modric and friends are aiming for one last hurrah but a Tottenham defender is providing hope for the future for Englandâs group opponentsThis article is part of the Guardianâs 2026 World Cup Expertsâ Network, a cooperation between some of the bestâŚ
Why Ecuador, Japan and Norway are the dark horses at this World Cup
Published: June 10, 2026 14:30
It was Morocco in 2022, Croatia in 2028 and Costa Rica in 2014. Which team will make an unexpected run in 2026?By WhoScoredEvery World Cup needs a dark horse: the team no nobody quite planned for that disrupts the natural order and is remembered moreâŚ
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