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📸 2026 World Cup: our team of the opening round
Some big names.The first matchday of the 2026 World Cup group stage wrapped up this Thursday morning with Colombia’s 3-1 win over Uzbekistan. And this afternoon at 6 p.m., the second matchday gets ...
BBC Sport weekly quiz: How long is a World Cup hydration break?
How much attention have you paid to what's happened in the world of sport over the past seven days?
What went wrong for Italy before the 2026 World Cup?
Italy missing the 2018 World Cup was hard enough to take. Missing 2022 after winning the Euros made no sense to many supporters. Now 2026 has gone as well, and there is only so long a country can keep...
England’s World Cup Team Tries Sticking to Sports
The squad’s new coach, Thomas Tuchel, is less of a political figurehead than his predecessor. Will that help or hurt the team?
Cape Cod businesses see seasonal worker visa delays
Increased scrutiny by the Trump administration, understaffing at embassies, and an influx of World Cup travelers have thrown a wrench into the program that helps power the Cape summer economy.
Kansas City’s Black-owned businesses court World Cup visitors with a new shopping guide
Kansas City G.I.F.T, a nonprofit focused on growing Black entrepreneurship, will distribute a guide in June that features 30 Black-owned businesses. The hope is that the World Cup, predicted to bring in more prospective shoppers than Kansas City has ever seen at once, jumpstarts long-term growth.
🥐Bernardo, Víctor Muñoz and more... the day's 5️⃣ stories
Not everything is about the World Cup, and there is also big news related to major football stories Bernardo Silva is now a Real Madrid playerThe Portuguese midfielder has signed as the new player for...
Liverpool have chosen their Yan Diomande alternative forward
Liverpool are bang in the mix to sign Yan Diomande. The Ivorian, 19, is currently starring for his national team at the ongoing FIFA World Cup. And the winger emerged on Liverpool’s radar a few mont...
World Cup panic meter: Brazil, Spain and Portugal all dropped points. Who should be most concerned?
Which WAGs Will Win the Summer of Sport?
As NBA finals celebrations kick on and the World Cup gets underway, Vogue Business breaks down the wives and girlfriends brands should be watching in the stands.
Uzbekistan vs Colombia Extended Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between Uzbekistan and Colombia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by Jacqui Oatley and Warren Barton.
Uzbekistan vs Colombia Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between Uzbekistan and Colombia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by Jacqui Oatley and Warren Barton.
World Cup 2026: Colombia beats Uzbekistan behind Luis Diaz's brilliant debut
Colombia leads Group K after its first day of play.
England’s unused players to get training game against MLS side Sporting KC
Thomas Tuchel's side opened their World Cup with a 4-2 victory over Croatia on Wednesday.
Kansas City businesses see World Cup boost as fans pack bars and watch parties
Kansas City businesses are seeing a surge in customers during the FIFA World Cup. Bars, restaurants and watch parties report large crowds as soccer fans from around the world visit the metro.
World Cup 2026: Ghana stuns Panama with stoppage-time goal for Group L win
It wasn't Ghana's best game, but Caleb Yirenkyi came through.
Alphonso Davies available for Canada’s second World Cup game against Qatar
Canada drew 1-1 with Bosnia in its World Cup opener last week, with Davies having to watch from the sidelines.
Ghana vs Panama Extended Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between Ghana and Panama in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by JP Dellacamera and Lori Lindsey.
Australian media turns Mike Grella’s ‘layup’ comment into World Cup storyline
With the United States and Australia set to face off in group play at the World Cup on Friday, comments from an American soccer commentator about the Australian national team have become a major storyline Down Under—even as the controversy has barely registered in the United States. It was CBS Sports Golazo commentator Mike Grella…
World Cup watch parties bring excitement and business to Greenville
The FIFA World Cup is uniting soccer fans in Greenville at local watch parties while boosting area businesses and creating a sense of community.
Rate the players in England's World Cup opener against Croatia
Rate the England and Croatia players out of 10 below and come back 30 minutes after full-time to see the final ratings.
Why England Is The Dallas Cowboys Of The 2026 World Cup
FOX Sports' Kasper Schmeichel compared England to the Dallas Cowboys. Does he have a point?
What Happened to Lionel Messi's Dad? Health Scare Behind Emotional World Cup Moment
Lionel Messi was visibly emotional after scoring his first goal during Argentina's FIFA World Cup 2026 opening match against Algeria
Congo’s Shock Tie With Portugal Won A Polymarket Bettor $1 Million
The Democratic Republic of the Congo managed a 1-1 draw against No. 5-ranked Portugal in the World Cup.
I spent $750 on a World Cup ticket. Then it disappeared.
Katherine Howe says she bought a ticket to see Scotland at the World Cup, only to learn days later it was unavailable.
Portugal vs DR Congo Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between Portugal and DR Congo in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by Darren Fletcher and Owen Hargreaves.
FOX Sports' BIG NOON KICKOFF Heads Across the Pond for Inaugural Union Jack Classic From Wembley Stadium
LOS ANGELES – As announced on FOX’s FIFA WORLD CUP LIVE ahead of this afternoon’s England-Croatia matchup on FOX, BIG NOON KICKOFF heads overseas for the first time in the program’s history, broadcasting live from historic Wembley Stadium in London ahead of the inaugural Union Jack Classic on Saturday, Sept. 19.
What hospitals are preparing for during World Cup
Measles? A food poisoning outbreak or a need for lots of CT scans in a hurry? With the World Cup in town, hospitals and public health teams say they're prepared.
On Netflix’s World Cup Show, It’s Still Called Football
When Netflix approached Goalhanger co-founder Tony Pastor last year, he assumed the streamer was interested in picking up a version of his podcast network’s The Rest Is History. In their first meeting, executives discussed episodes from the show—then pivoted the conversation. “They suddenly said in the middle of the meeting—’but actually, that’s not what we want …
Crooked Letter Sports: Can anyone best Shinnecock?
The show welcomes back guest Randy Watkins to discuss this week’s US Open at the notoriously tough Shinnecock Hills Golf Club. Plus, Ole Miss bows out of the CWS as the World Cup heats up.
Spain-Cape Verde draw doesn’t alter Atlanta’s business recruitment goal
Atlanta leaders and their business counterparts in Spain have their eye on a different ball, a long-term goal of leveraging the World Cup to increase trade and investment.
Wednesday sports: Messi, Jones have big nights
The Argentine super star delivered Messi delivered his first World Cup hat trick.
Soccer is a ‘poorly designed experiment.’ And that makes it great.
Look no further than Cape Verde tying Spain in the World Cup and embrace the unpredictability.
For Iran’s Athletes, There Is No Separating Sports From Politics
From defections and protests to moments of national pride, the 2026 World Cup arrives amid decades of tension between identity and the state.
World Cup and presidential runoff: How Colombia’s yellow jersey got political
Colombia plays its first game in the World Cup and votes for its next president this week. Its national soccer jersey has ended up stuck in the middle.
Villa's lethal weapon takes on the World Cup
The moment Youri Tielemans's opener burst the net in Aston Villa's Europa League triumph against Freiburg, each of Unai Emery's substitutes took a turn to embrace the man responsible for orchestrating another set-piece goal. Goalkeeper Emi Martinez chose not to celebrate with his outfield team-mates, instead racing over to the dugout to also show his appreciation to Scottish coach Austin MacPhee. Villa fans were heard chanting the name of the 46-year-old as their heroes on the pitch closed in on a 3-0 victory in Istanbul.
📝 2026 World Cup, overnight round-up
Every morning, OneFootball will bring you a full recap of the night at the World Cup. Get ready, because last night was wild!The can't-miss story of the nightHow could we talk about anything other tha...
Austria make World Cup return with win over debutants Jordan
Veteran Marko Arnautović scored in his World Cup debut as Austria made their return to the big stage with a 3-1 victory in their tournament opener on Tuesday. The Austrians are making their first World Cup appearance since 1998, while Jordan have qualified for the competition for the first time in their history.
World Cup 2026: Austria nabs win over Jordan after handball and own-goal drama
Austria had a go-ahead goal taken away, then got another one minutes later.
World Cup 2026: Why Cristiano Ronaldo may need the tournament of his life to lift Portugal
Argentina vs Algeria Extended Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between Argentina and Algeria in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by John Strong and Stu Holden.
World Cup Day 7 What to Watch: Tournament favorites Portugal and England begin their campaigns
2026 World Cup billed as ‘largest entertainment attack surface in history’
As the tournament is underway across North America, Palo Alto Networks warns that temporary supplier ecosystems, vulnerable municipal infrastructure, and geopolitical tensions are creating risks fo...
In the World Cup’s missing country, failure sparks bitter political battle
Giorgia Meloni’s government is keen to extend control over Italian football as fans mourn a third consecutive World Cup debacle.
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2026 FIFA World Cup - Argentina vs Algeria
Iraq vs Norway Quick Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between Iraq and Norway in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by Ian Crocker and Danny Higginbotham.
Iraq vs Norway Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between Iraq and Norway in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by Ian Crocker and Danny Higginbotham.
World Cup bringing "sudden shot of adrenaline" to Boston businesses
Businesses in Boston say they are thrilled with the increased foot traffic that has come with the World Cup.
War, sports collide as Iran's World Cup kicks off in Los Angeles
CBC News reported on the unchartered territory FIFA World Cup 2026 is finding itself in as members of Team Iran arrive in Los Angeles, inviting a divisive collision of geopolitics and sports in an area with a large Iranian diaspora. "You've never had two countries engaged in active military conflict matching up against each other, competing in the same tournament," said Salma Mousa, an assistant professor of political science and affiliated faculty with the Bedari Kindness Institute. Mousa, who studies the intersection of sports and conflicts, worries that a potential July 3 face-off between Iran and the U.S. in Texas might “increase tensions to kind of a cataclysmic degree.” Read more about UCLA in today’s Washington Times.
Metro Atlanta Chamber host Spanish officials for international business summit
While Spain’s national team finished with a zero-to-zero draw in its first match of the World Cup, economic leaders are looking to score off the pitch.
Kylian Mbappé passes Lionel Messi on all-time World Cup goals list, closes in on Miroslav Klose's record
France vs Senegal Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between France vs Senegal in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by Ian Darke and Landon Donovan.
World Cup results, schedule, scores, live updates: France vs. Senegal kicks off star-studded day; Norway-Iraq up next
Politics and the FIFA World Cup
Dr. Michael Goldman, Professor of Sports Management at the University of San Francisco, joins Fox Local San Francisco to discuss politics and the FIFA World Cup
Fox Frustrated by ESPN’s Lack of World Cup Coverage
Fox took over from ESPN as the World Cup rightsholder in 2018.
NZ on the brink after shock defeat by Sri Lanka
Defending champions New Zealand suffer back-to-back defeats at the Women's T20 World Cup after another woeful performance in the field.
Got World Cup Fever? Send scientists your smartwatch data.
For fans, stress levels can skyrocket even 14 hours before kickoff.
From The Sports Desk: Four World Cup games, four tightly contested draws on Monday
It was the first time since 1958 that four World Cup games on the same day all ended in ties. Also, Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, and Lionel Messi all begin competition today.
Free World Cup tickets, new Whole Foods, top Miami mall. See top business stories
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Pride and Politics at Iran’s World Cup Home Game—in Los Angeles
After an unprecedented war between a participating country and the host nation, Iran opened its campaign in a charged atmosphere with adoring fans, banned flags and players speaking out.
Atlanta businesses are betting big on the World Cup
Some Atlanta entrepreneurs are investing thousands ahead of the World Cup. Whether it'll pay off is still up in the air.
World Cup 2026: Tino Livramento suffers hamstring injury and replaced by Trevoh Chalobah in England squad
Health 'War Room,' Digital Tools Are Tracking Disease Risks During World Cup
Public health experts address the logistical challenge of tracking the health and location of players and fans across 16 World Cup host cities.
Eight rules made Norway a winter sports superpower. Will they help at the World Cup?
Norway’s unique approach to youth athletics has turned it into a winter sports powerhouse. Yet no sport is as popular as soccer.
For Iran’s Athletes, There Is No Separating Sport From Politics
From defections and protests to moments of national pride, the 2026 World Cup arrives amid decades of tension between identity and the state.
How Heat Could Pose A Public Health Challenge For Fans At The 2026 FIFA World Cup
A doctor breaks down heat-related illnesses that fans are most likely to experience at the World Cup and tips to stay healthy and safe.
'Clarke to drop Shankland for Christie or McLean'
If we rewind 36 years to 16 June 1990 and the Italian city of Genoa, Stuart McCall was busy scoring to help Scotland secure a 2-1 win over Sweden. The former midfielder jokes that he "was always deadly from a yard out" and ultimately that victory wasn't enough to ensure Scotland progressed to the knock-out stage, but up until this weekend, it was their last win at a World Cup finals. Now the 62 year-old is assistant to Paul Heckingbottom at Preston North End, but he's also enjoying absorbing all the action from the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Iran fans react to team’s first World Cup match amid political schisms
Official | Hervé Renard replaces Sabri Lamouchi as Tunisia manager
Hervé Renard has been appointed Tunisia national team manager after the FTF – the Tunisian FA – opted to fire Sabri Lamouchi just one game into the 2026 World Cup, the FTF has confirmed. The deci...
Football upstages politics as Iranians rally behind their team at World Cup
In opener against New Zealand in Los Angeles, Iran's Team Melli gets cheers from thousands of anti-regime supporters.
World Cup 2026: Iran v Iran in the stands as politics and football intertwine
The Iranian team may want to unite people but what the game with New Zealand revealed is just how divided many Iranians remain, writes BBC North America correspondent Shaimaa Khalil.
Iran held by New Zealand in World Cup opener overshadowed by politics
Iran twice came from behind to salvage a 2–2 draw against New Zealand in a World Cup opener overshadowed by geopolitical tensions, protests and months of conflict with the United States. The result leaves…
Iran vs New Zealand Highlights
Check out the full game highlights between Iran and New Zealand in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by Jacqui Oatley and Warren Barton.
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2026 FIFA World Cup - Iran vs New Zealand
From the Knicks’ Victory to World Cup Matches and Foresters Baseball, Veteran Sports Journalist is Still a Huge Fan
Finding a lot of places to share the love of sports right here in Santa Barbara.
World Cup Roundup: Cape Verde Does The Unthinkable Against Spain
Here is everything you might have missed on Day 5 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Beer sales surge in Boston after first home World Cup match
Pubs and liquor stores are reporting busier-than-normal weekends. Scottish visitors drank a lot of beer, and businesses are preparing for the week ahead.
Examining the connection between sport and global relationships
Right now, the world is turning its attention to the United States as it hosts the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It is the first of the two largest global sporting events coming to American shores in the next couple of years, the second being the 2028 Olympic Games hosted in Los Angeles. It also provides an opportunity to explore sport’s role in shaping America's relationship with the rest of the world — and one lab at Arizona State University has a head start.
Health sleuths are watching for disease threats during the World Cup
Health officials will be on high alert for germs as millions of soccer fans gather for World Cup matches
Cape Verde's Shocking Tie With Spain Cost Polymarket Bettor $1 Million
The small nation of Cape Verde managed a draw against Spain, a World Cup favorite.
FIFA make punishment decision after Fox violate rules of $485m World Cup TV deal
As most experts in the sports business industry will attest, Fox have got a bargain in buying the rights to air the FIFA World Cup in the United States for $485m. Aside from the natural interest from a population curious about the tournament taking place on their doorstep, FIFA – world soccer’s governing body – has created the conditions for the 2026 World Cup to be the most commercially-geared in history.
Saudi Arabia sports minister vows affordable and safe World Cup in 2034
Saudi Arabia's Sports Minister says the kingdom will work with FIFA to ensure ticket affordability and fan safety for the 2034 World Cup, amid regional instability and lessons from this year's finals in North America where costs have been a concern.
World Cup: Tiny Cape Verde stuns powerhouse Spain in 0-0 draw
Spain came in as World Cup favorites, but couldn't find the net against tiny Cape Verde.
World Cup brings business to Little Tokyo
It’s become one of the gathering places for fans of Japan's World Cup team
World Cup 2026 schedule, live updates: Spain opens vs. Cape Verde; Uruguay debuts as Iran arrive in U.S. to face New Zealand
Spain and Uruguay open their tournaments Monday, while Iran's first match arrives amid heightened attention off the field.
World Cup 2026: Empty seat at World Cup for imprisoned French sports journalist
A seat is being left empty in the press box at every France game at the World Cup to highlight the case of a French football writer who is in prison in Algeria.
From The Sports Desk: One day after peace agreement, Iran takes field for World Cup
Iran will play New Zealand tonight in Southern California. Earlier in the day, Lamine Yamal and Spain play Cape Verde, and Mo Salah and Egypt take on Belgium.
Haiti’s World Cup dream is bigger than sports
Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.
Iranian team has become political pawn at this World Cup
If you want the World Cup to promote peace and harmony, you have to actually let it do that, not toy with Iran football team and move them to Mexico.
Ebola risk for World Cup is ‘extremely low’, but US is ready, experts say
US hospitals and agencies have enhanced preparedness for Ebola, but some experts warn of public health system strains.
The World Cup is here. Here's how it can get kids moving.
A Wake Forest University professor says World Cup players could influence the health and wellbeing of local youth for years to come.
The unique World Cup position for Seattle sports fans and why it matters
What these six FIFA World Cup matches in Seattle signify is something far greater.
Tottenham join race for Moroccan wonderkid after World Cup debut
Saturday afternoon saw the 2026 FIFA World Cup usher in one of the names for the future into the global game, Morocco's Ayyoub Buaddi, with the wonderkid playing a large part of his national team's draw against perennial powerhouse Brazil. It was just more than just a debut, as it showed that Bouaddi can perform on the global stage against some of the best players in the world, emboldening the interest that teams had in him following his stellar campaign with Lille in Ligue 1, winning out on 49 tackles and recording 33 interceptions last season for the French outfit. All in all, the Moroccan wonderkid has been looked at and is being closely followed by the likes of Arsenal, Liverpool, and Paris-Saint Germain, amongst others, but according to a recent report, yet another English club is pursuing the 18-year-old.
D-FW Business Datebook: Fed interest rates and talking talent
Dallas-Fort Worth business datebook for the week of June 14 features World Cup matchups, exciting author visits and market-moving reports from the Census Bureau, Federal Reserve and more.
I canceled a luxury cruise to afford World Cup final tickets
Attending the World Cup final won't be cheap, but for a devoted fan, the thrill of the experience justified the cost.
'We believe in Pedro'
Pedro Porro has signed a new long-term contract with Tottenham, having made 152 appearances since arriving in January 2023 from Sporting CP. "During the past three-and-half years, he has made huge progress to become one of the best full-backs in the game, and the fact he is about to play in the World Cup for Spain is testament to that."