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How to bet responsibly during the World Cup
With billions of more dollars and dozens of more games, this World Cup will be a bookmaker bonanza. Here's how to keep yourself safe while wagering.
Scotland vs Brazil – Match preview and team news
Scotland and Brazil clash at the 2026 FIFA World Cup tonight with both teams aiming to secure progress to the knockout rounds.Scotland vs Brazil – Match preview and team newsDate: Wednesday 24th Ju...
What do Canada and Switzerland need to qualify for the World Cup knockouts from Group B?
Discover all the permutations for how the teams in Group B can qualify for the knockout rounds
'Rangers close to re-signing McCrorie'
Rangers are closing in on a deal to bring 28-year-old versatile Scotland-capped defender Ross McCrorie back to Ibrox from Bristol City. Rangers Review) Rangers are preparing to submit a formal offer for 22-year-old Dundee centre-back Luke Graham in the coming weeks. Football Insider) Head coach Steven Pressley says Dundee have received "plenty of phone calls" about Luke Graham this summer, but there has been no firm offers for the centre-half who trained with the senior Scotland squad before the World Cup.
Friday’s World Cup match in Seattle draws conversations about politics and Pride
For the first time in World Cup history, Friday’s Game has been designated “Welcome to Seattle: This is How we Pride,” a kickoff to Pride weekend in Seattle.
Philadelphia bars see spike in business during 2026 Men's World Cup: "We've definitely seen a huge increase"
The 2026 Men's World Cup may be centered around the stadiums, but some Philadelphia business owners say the tournament's impact is being felt well beyond the sports complex.
Philly bars are seeing a spike in businesses, thanks to the 2026 Men's World Cup
Panama vs Croatia Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between Panama and Croatia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by Ian Crocker and Owen Higginbotham.
Science museum brings soccer tech to World Cup fans
Soccer & Technology from the FIFA Museum, in its North American debut in Vancouver, has drawn hundreds of fans to Science World to study the game's evolution as organisers aim to accelerate soccer's growth in ice hockey-mad Canada.
4 Takeaways From England-Ghana Scoreless Stalemate At World Cup
A gritty draw for Ghana over an England team that was frustrated all day sets up a thrilling finale in group stage play.
World Cup business is not booming for some near MetLife Stadium. Here's why.
The owner of a New Jersey diner says World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium have been bad for business.
2026 World Cup Odds: Back Offensive Display In Canada-Switzerland
Will Hill delivers his best bet for Wednesday's pivotal Group B showdown between Canada and Switzerland.
Meet Caramelo, the Mexico superfan attending his 11th World Cup
Long after Mexico’s World Cup win against South Korea, fans young and old lined up outside the stadium to take photos with Héctor Chávez and his big black sombrero. Also known as Caramelo, candy in English, Chávez is arguably as well-known in Mexico as the members of the national team. Now at his 11the World Cup, Chávez is flanked by his 21-year-old son, also called Héctor Chávez, and known as Caramelo Jr. Both wear oversized sombreros with their nicknames written in all caps, making them hard to miss at stadiums.
Tom Brady Makes Opinion On 2026 World Cup Very Clear
NFL icon Tom Brady has clearly been tuning in to the World Cup and he made it pretty clear how he feels about the event.
KC promised a World Cup economic boost. But not for every business, leaders say
As some businesses question the World Cup’s effect on the Kansas City economy, local officials and event organizers say they still expect a boost for the city.
World Cup 2026: Record-breaking Cristiano Ronaldo leads Portugal's 5-0 rout of Uzbekistan
Portugal vs Uzbekistan Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between Portugal and Uzbekistan in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by Darren Fletcher and Owen Hargreaves.
England make two changes to face Ghana
England and Ghana have announced their lineups for their second match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, at 5 p.m. After beating Croatia 4-2 in their opener, Thomas Tuchel made two changes to England’s def...
2026 World Cup Bracket, Standings, Projections: USA in Round of 32, Who Else Might Advance?
Track the 2026 FIFA World Cup bracket with live standings and Round of 32 projections. See where Team USA stands and who's on track to advance.
Alexi Lalas scolded by former USA teammate over ‘unwatchable’ Fox Sports punditry at World Cup
The Fox Sports pundit has attracted criticism for his views, while the chemistry with fellow analysts Thierry Henry, and Zlatan Ibrahimovic has left some viewers uncomfortable
2026 World Cup: England, Scotland and Europe
The late-June rhythm of a World Cup is unlike anything else in the football calendar. With the group phase building towards its climax, fixtures are stacking up at a pace that leaves barely a moment t...
From The Sports Desk: Messi nets two goals, giving him World Cup scoring record. For now.
France’s Kylian Mbappé also scored two goals yesterday and is only two behind Messi now for the all-time World Cup scoring record, with a lot of tournament left to play.
⚽️ Y! Sports AM: Messi vs. Mbappé
Lionel Messi broke the all-time World Cup goals record on Monday, but Kylian Mbappé isn’t far behind.
World Cup 2026: England v Ghana
Winger Antoine Semenyo's football journey began in the English lower leagues. BBC Sport charts his rise from Bath City to the World Cup, with Ghana poised to face England.
A stranger paid for the World Cup trip I couldn't afford for my sons
After writing about being unable to afford a World Cup trip he'd promised his sons for years, a father received an unexpected message from a stranger.
Johnson County cancer survivor's business helping others got her two tickets to the World Cup
The Balm Box include items like blankets, underarm pillows, cuticle oil, and lip balm — products designed to address the real side effects of cancer treatment.
Some businesses along KC’s streetcar are making bank on the World Cup. Others not
Businesses owners and manager reported an increase in out-of-town visitors coupled with a drop in local customers.
Relive every World Cup match with BBC Sport's 3D Experience
Ever wanted to see a World Cup match from every angle? How about a full-pitch tactical view? You can now watch every match back in full with BBC Sport's 3D Experience.
Sporticast: Why Netflix, EA Have Their Own World Cup Games
On the 563rd Sporticast episode, hosts Jacob Feldman and Justin Birnbaum discuss some of the biggest sports business stories of the week, including a detailed breakdown of Netflix’s FIFA World Cup video game. Following Electronic Arts and FIFA’s split in 2022, both parties now have World Cup-related offerings on the market. Electronic Arts recently launched …
FIFA World Cup schedule June 23: Games, kickoff times, livestream
Can Ronaldo finally get the goal he needs?
Rice in 'good space' after 'mentally tough' season
Declan Rice has said that last season's title win with Arsenal was "mentally tough", but he is in a "very good space" before England's World Cup match against Ghana. Rice has made 63 appearances for Arsenal and England this season, and was withdrawn as a precaution in England's 4-2 win over Croatia last week.
Portugal vs Uzbekistan – Predicted lineup and team news
Portugal and Uzbekistan continue their World Cup campaigns on Tuesday at Houston Stadium, facing off in a Group K Round 2 clash.The European side heads into the match with inconsistent form following ...
Jordan vs Algeria Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between Jordan and Algeria in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by Jacqui Oatley and Warren Barton.
Little Saigon businesses say World Cup crowds downtown aren't boosting sales as hoped
But according to the organization, many business owners have reported fewer customers than expected during the tournament's opening weeks.
Norway vs Senegal Extended Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between Norway and Senegal in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by Ian Darke and Landon Donovan.
France vs Iraq Extended Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between France and Iraq in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by John Strong and Stu Holden.
France vs Iraq Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between France and Iraq in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by John Strong and Stu Holden.
From packed restaurants to slow taprooms, World Cup impact varies in Kansas City
The World Cup is bringing fans from around the globe to Kansas City, but not every business is benefiting equally. Some restaurants and entertainment venues are packed, while others say visitor traffic hasn't matched expectations.
Palmetto Sports Daily: USA moving on in World Cup, Braves pick up big series win
On the latest episode of Palmetto Sports Daily, the crew talks about the latest happenings at the World Cup and recap a big series win for the Braves.
Atlanta businesses seeing benefits from international visitors, police presence during World Cup
World Cup fever is filling the stands at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, but just outside the gates, local businesses are seeing the impact up close.
World Cup 2026 schedule, live updates: Messi breaks scoring record in Argentina victory; Mbappé, France up next vs. Iraq
World Cup brings joy to a nation in need of it
World Cup and football fans bring sport's joy to the U.S.
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World Cup Hits Half Time Kansas City’s contribution to the World Cup reaches its halfway point this week. Thursday's Netherlands-Tunisia match is Game 3 of six at Kansas City Stadium, making it a natural time for a progress report: How are we doing? First up: Have we solved the traffic headaches around the stadium? The
Lionel Messi Scores Goal vs Austria, Becoming Men's All-time FIFA World Cup™ Goalscoring Leader
Lionel Messi scored a goal vs Austria, to become the Men's All-time FIFA World Cup™ goalscoring leader
Barbecue Business Boom
KCTV5's Zach Fisher shares how local barbecue spots are making the most of the World Cup.
Every 2026 World Cup team ranked, according to FIFA
As this year's World Cup approaches the knockout rounds, here are the updated FIFA rankings for all 48 teams, with the USA making a major move upward.
Antoine Semenyo, Ghana's man on the inside and England threat
Antoine Semenyo knows better than most what to expect from England at the World Cup, as the Ghana forward seeks to lead the Black Stars to a surprise win over the country of his birth.Despite spending his entire life in England, Semenyo said there was no question about representing Ghana.
England World Cup latest: Jamie Carragher says Thomas Tuchel can't afford to drop Declan Rice against Ghana despite fitness concerns
Sports Daily: Recapping busy holiday weekend
A busy holiday weekend saw another impressive World Cup performance from Team USA, a split pair of games in a college national championship series and an historic finish for a professional golfer from Wichita.
U.S. and FIFA have room for improvement as hosts for the World Cup
At this World Cup, Iran has been subjected to shifting travel restrictions and uncertainty unlike the other 47 teams.
Nico Schlotterbeck’s World Cup is over through injury
Germany defender Nico Schlotterbeck has been ruled out of the rest of the World Cup through injury, Sky Germany confirms. The Borussia Dortmund defender sustained an ankle injury during the first hal...
From Big Tex to Prague Castle, a Dallas business executive's first year as ambassador
With the Czech national team calling North Texas home during the World Cup, Nicholas Merrick is working to strengthen a relationship generations in the making.
Kansas City small businesses say World Cup is hurting sales. There's no bump like the city promised
Kansas City has welcomed thousands of visitors as the metro enters its second week of the World Cup. But as international crowds come in, many local shop owners feel they're taking a backseat. Some small businesses say the economic boost is not evenly distributed.
World Cup 2026: Who's facing who in the last 32? Every potential fixture in the knockout stages!
Who could England and Scotland face in the last 32? How are the routes to the final shaping up? Keep tabs on the potential knockout stage line up with our live World Cup bracket
Scotland can 'go far' in World Cup
The Scots sit on one win and one defeat so far and face Brazil on Wednesday (23: BST). "If we just get that 10% more out of the group and that's all it is for me, I think we can go deep in this tournament," former Hearts, Motherwell and Rangers midfielder Halliday told the BBC's Scottish Football Podcast.
Gannon-Doak role 'main topic' for Scotland
Scott Allan believes Ben Gannon-Doak's role in Scotland's final World Cup Group C fixture with Brazil is "the main topic" in how the Scots prepare. The winger started the win against Haiti, playing a role in the winning goal, and came off the bench in the loss to Morocco. "I feel like when we land on the ball, we never really know what the next pass is," former Celtic and Hibernian midfielder Allan told the BBC's Scottish Football Podcast.
2026 World Cup | What should France expect from Iraq?
A year ago, when Graham Arnold was appointed, no one believed he could take Iraq to the World Cup. Morale was at an all-time low after losing 2-1 to Palestine, relinquishing a lead late on. The Lions ...
Boring when people speak about my fitness
Reece James worked with Thomas Tuchel at Chelsea and is playing at his first World Cup as England's first-choice right-back. James has sustained a number of injuries in his career and has faced questions about his ability to play regularly with limited recovery time. "People always talk about injuries and availability, and to me it's so boring now," James told BC Radio 5 Live.
Gakpo shines at World Cup
Netherlands have all but guaranteed their place in the last 32 of the World Cup after a dominant display against Sweden on Saturday. Liverpool's Cody Gakpo scored a double in the 5-1 win, including the above that was the 100th goal of the tournament, and you can catch all of the best action in the highlights below.
Brobbey shines at World Cup
Netherlands have all but guaranteed their place in the last 32 of the World Cup after a dominant display against Sweden on Saturday. Sunderland's Brian Brobbey scored twice in the 5-1 victory to help see off Graham Potter's side and you can catch all of the best action in the highlights below.
4 Takeaways From Egypt's Landmark Win vs. New Zealand At The World Cup
Egypt moved to the top of the Group G table with a near-perfect second half in a 3-1 comeback win over New Zealand on Sunday night in Vancouver. Here are four takeaways from the match.
📸 Hossam Abdelmaguid suffers a nasty knock against New Zealand
Hossam Abdelmaguid suffered a shocking blow in the final minutes of Egypt vs. New Zealand, on the second matchday of the World Cup group stage. It happened during an aerial challenge for the ball, w...
New Zealand vs Egypt Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between New Zealand and Egypt in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by Mark Scott and Cobi Jones.
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New Zealand vs Egypt - FIFA World Cup 2026
World Cup Day 12 What to Watch: Lionel Messi and Argentina continue their title defense against Austria
Uruguay vs Cape Verde Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between Uruguay and Cape Verde in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by JP Dellacamera and Lori Lindsey.
Iran's challenges at World Cup swirl outside draw with Belgium
Iran took another step toward advancing in the World Cup on Sunday, but once again the off-the-field play dominated the conversation. In a statement, the soccer federation vociferously pushed back. “The claim that an official representative of the Iranian Football Federation attempted to board a flight to enter the United States yesterday and was prevented from doing so is an outright and undeniable lie,” the statement said.
Belgium vs Iran Quick Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between Belgium and Iran in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by Derek Rae and Rob Green.
Proposals to keep 'Crown Jewel' sports free on streaming services
The government is proposing new legislation to prevent streaming and catch-up rights to some of the world's biggest sporting events - including the World Cup - being put behind a paywall for UK viewers.
The media has declared open season on Alexi Lalas
In the ever-growing genre of media criticism, few have ever been as soft a target as Fox Sports soccer analyst Alexi Lalas. It has seemingly become a once-every-four-years tradition. Fox will begin its World Cup coverage. Americans will rediscover everything they despise about the professional shit-stirrer. And a deluge of thinkpieces will follow, ripping the…
The public health team watching the World Cup
As millions gather for the World Cup, a scrappy public health operation led by a team at Georgetown is tracking disease threats using surveys, wastewater and online chatter to spot outbreaks early.
Belgium vs Iran Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between Belgium and Iran in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by Derek Rae and Rob Green.
Sports is the Gulf's favorite soft power play. The World Cup is a hard test. - Live Updates
Middle Eastern petrostates have poured billions into the game. Their national teams are struggling to keep up.
'Out of hand': Paraguay coach Alfaro vents at World Cup's business elite
Paraguay's outspoken coach Gustavo Alfaro took aim at football's business elites on Sunday, accusing them of commercial intrusion on the World Cup and sidelining fans with exorbitant ticket costs in a sport that has its roots in poverty.
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Belgium vs Iran - FIFA World Cup 2026
Why is Iran called IRN? Explaining country code for 2026 World Cup team
Fans following Iran at the 2026 World Cup may be wondering why Team Melli are listed as "IRN" on scoreboards and standings. Here's the explanation behind FIFA's official country code.
World Cup watch parties fuel Bay Area business surge as Team USA ticket prices skyrocket
World Cup watch parties across the Bay Area are driving major crowds and sales for local businesses, while rising Team USA ticket prices push more fans toward community viewing events.
From Rocafonda to rock star: The rise of Lamine Yamal
Braces-wearing teen phenom Lamine Yamal is ready to take center stage in the 2026 World Cup.
Japan takes massive leap in the World Cup Power Rankings
Japan crushed Tunisia in the 1,000th World Cup game ever played and are looking like a legitimate contender this summer.
Belgium projected lineup vs. Iran in 2026 World Cup
Belgium started the World Cup with an underwhelming 1-1 draw against Egypt, and it will try to bounce back against Iran without one of its star players.
Open 2026 World Cup Watch Thread: Day 11
No Juventus players on the schedule, but there are some teams in desperate need of points.
How Vancouver's instantly iconic Science World soccer ball came to be
But one of the biggest stars of the World Cup in Vancouver isn't an athlete or even a person. It's a 41-year-old, 17-storey geodesic dome.
The World Cup records that look set to be broken
The 2026 World Cup may only be 10 days old but the tournament has already rewritten football history. BBC Sport takes a look at the records already broken, or set to be.
What have we learned from Scotland's World Cup so far?
After a win over Haiti and a narrow defeat by Morocco, BBC Sport Scotland assesses what we have learned from Scotland's World Cup so far.
Rock star pauses mid-concert to ask crowd for World Cup game score
"You can think of tonight as a gathering to celebrate the World Cup, with some music interspersed.”
Spain vs Saudi Arabia LIVE: World Cup 2026
Live updates as Spain face Saudi Arabia in Group H - follow the build-up, analysis and live text commentary of the game.
We’ve got the most GOATed World Cup display 🐐
In the record books.World Cup history was written last night.Against Ecuador, Curaçao claimed the first point (0-0) in its World Cup history, in its second match. One feat hiding another.Eloy Room, ...
Uruguay vs. Cape Verde 2026 livestream: How to watch World Cup for free
Live stream all the action from the 2026 FIFA World Cup without spending anything.
Beyond the World Cup... 5️⃣ stories shaping Sunday
Spanish football is experiencing a day of high emotion, with the offices and the pitch sharing the spotlight.While the Costa del Sol celebrates a historic return to the top flight after an agonizing j...
The soccer metric that proves the 2026 World Cup is providing historic levels of entertainment
It's still early days, but players at the 2026 World Cup are finishing chances at an exceptional rate
Spain target convincing win to dispel World Cup doubts
A wounded Spain will aim to get their World Cup challenge firmly back on track when they face Saudi Arabia in Atlanta on Sunday.Saudi Arabia also drew their opening game 1-1 with Uruguay.
📝 World Cup 2026: overnight round-up
As every morning, here is the overnight roundup from the World Cup!The night's must-see momentWe may already have THE save of the start of this World Cup.Despite Tunisia’s 4-0 collapse against Japan...