News from June 2026

Cristian Volpato's World Cup Journey: From Italian Reject to Socceroos Wildcard

Declan Rice draws on Arsenal title win as England brace for DR Congo low block

DR Congo's World Cup Journey: How Yoane Wissa and the Leopards Are Uniting a Nation

Morocco Knock Netherlands Out of World Cup as Celebrations and Disorder Follow in Dutch Cities

Nagelsmann Vows to Stay On After Germany's Penalty Shootout Exit to Paraguay

Shaun Botterill: 40 Years Shooting the World Cup, From Toilet Darkrooms to Viral Messi

Bellingham and Kane Begin to Click as England Eye DRC Test

Brazil's World Cup 2026 Guide: Ancelotti's Rollercoaster Ride to the Tournament

Canada Hopes World Cup 2026 Becomes Soccer's Defining Moment for the Nation

Kane and Bellingham Carry England Past Panama but Tuchel's Problems Mount Ahead of DRC Tie

Lucas Herrington: Australia's Teenage Sensation Shining at World Cup 2026

South Korea Coach Hong Myung-bo Resigns After World Cup Exit and Presidential Rebuke

World Cup 2026: The Tournament's Flaws Are Real, But the Football Has Won Us Over

Alphonso Davies Set to Return as Canada Face South Africa in World Cup Last 32

Germany's World Cup 2026 campaign haunted by Klopp shadow and 2014 nostalgia

Penalty Shootouts at World Cup 2026: What the Stats Say About the Best Strategy

Pickford Ready for Knockout Pressure as England Face DR Congo in Atlanta

Scotland Must Look Beyond Borders for Clarke's Replacement, Says Guardian

Steve Clarke Resigns as Scotland Manager After World Cup Exit

Tuchel Backs England to Grow Into World Cup as Kane Makes History

World Cup 2026 Power Rankings: France and Argentina Lead the Pack After Group Stage

NetEnt Brings Back a Classic with Fruit Shop Grand Re-Opening

Algeria 3–3 Austria: Mahrez Earns Late Point But Both Teams Nervously Level on Four Points

Cape Verde Stun Group H to Set Up Last-32 Clash With Messi's Argentina

Colombia and Portugal Play Out Goalless Draw in Group K

Croatia 2–1 Ghana: Late Vlašić Strike Seals Croatia's World Cup Progression

DR Congo 3–1 Uzbekistan: Wissa Penalty and Late Strike Seal Last-16 Spot

Hugo Broos Guides Bafana Bafana Into World Cup Last 16 Despite Qualification Drama

Iran Coach Demands Infantino 'Stand Up' to US After World Cup Treatment Controversy

Argentina Cruise Past Jordan to Finish Group J with Perfect Record

Panama 0–2 England: Bellingham and Kane Seal Group L Top Spot

Pochettino Offered US Contract Extension Through 2030 World Cup

Spain handed injury boost as Pino and Williams problems classed as 'moderate'

Tuchel Faces Selection Headaches as England Prepare for Panama Decider

World Cup 2026 Exposes the Contradiction at the Heart of Trump's America

Bielsa vs De la Fuente: Uruguay Must Beat Spain to Survive as Dressing-Room Unrest Clouds World Cup Campaign

Cabo Verde and Saudi Arabia Share Spoils in Goalless Group H Draw

Egypt and Iran Share the Spoils in Group G Draw

FIFA's World Cup Ad Breaks Anger Fans, Players and Coaches Worldwide

New Zealand 1–5 Belgium: Red Devils Run Riot in Group G

Norway 1–4 France: France Win Group I with Perfect Record

Reece James Ruled Out of England's Next Two World Cup Games with Hamstring Injury

Senegal Thrash Iraq 5–0 to Secure Third Place in Group I

Uruguay 0–1 Spain: Baena strike sends Spain top of Group H

YouTubers and Content Creators Are Building Their Own World Cup 2026 Coverage

Australia vs Paraguay: Socceroos Need Only a Draw to Reach Last 32 but Popovic Wants a Win

Curaçao 0–2 Côte d'Ivoire: Pépé Double Sends Ivory Coast Through

Ecuador Beat Germany 2–1 to Shake Up Group E

Japan 1–1 Sweden: Points Shared in Group F Thriller

Paraguay 0–0 Australia: Points shared in Group D stalemate

Pochettino's 'School of Hard Knocks' Shaped USA's World Cup Surge

The Guardian's World Cup Correspondents Go Live to Answer Fan Questions

Tuchel's Half-Time Calm: The Psychology Behind England's World Cup Approach

Tunisia 1–3 Netherlands: Dutch Cruise Through Group F

Türkiye 3–2 United States: Ayhan strikes in stoppage time to seal dramatic comeback

World Cup 2026 Ball Under the Microscope as Keepers Struggle with the Trionda

World Cup 2026: How the Tournament Became All About Individual Stars Rather Than Teams

Bosnia & Herzegovina 3–1 Qatar: Alajbegović and Mahmić fire Bosnia into contention

Czechia 0–3 Mexico: Mexico win Group A with perfect nine points

Five World Cup Breakout Stars Who Could Light Up the Premier League

Kai Havertz on Germany's World Cup momentum and being 'like a ghost' to defenders

Morocco 4–2 Haiti: Atlas Lions Seal Top-Two Finish in Group C

Ronaldo Ends 'Dark Week' With Record-Breaking Double as Portugal Thrash Uzbekistan 5-0

Scotland 0–3 Brazil: Vinícius Double Sends Brazil Top of Group C

South Africa 1–0 South Korea: Maseko Strike Sends Bafana Bafana into Second Place

South Korea Reach World Cup Last 32 Despite Off-Field Turmoil and Mexico Defeat

Switzerland Beat Canada to Top Group B at 2026 World Cup

Tartan Army Takes Miami: Scotland Fans Party Hard Ahead of Brazil Showdown

Tuchel Hopeful Saka Can Start Against Panama as England Manage Injury Concerns

Why the 2026 World Cup Is Already a Goal-Scoring Bonanza

Colombia Beat DR Congo to Go Top of Group K

England and Ghana Share the Spoils in Goalless Group L Stalemate

Fifa Overruled US Staff Who Opposed Dynamic Pricing at World Cup 2026

Iran Granted Extra 48-Hour Window Before Egypt Clash at World Cup

Messi Leads Golden Boot Race With Five Goals as Haaland and Mbappé Give Chase

Croatia edge Panama to keep last-16 hopes alive

Portugal 5–0 Uzbekistan: Ronaldo Brace Fires Portugal Top of Group K

Scotland's World Cup Joy Proves the Case for 48-Team Expansion, Says Euro 2024 Director

Trump to Co-Present World Cup Trophy at Final, Infantino Confirms

Africa's World Cup 2026 Campaign: Highs, Lows and What's Still to Play For

Argentina 2–0 Austria: Messi Double Sends Albiceleste Top of Group J

France 3–0 Iraq: Mbappé Brace Sends France Top of Group I

How Fossil Fuel Money Became Embedded in Football — From the Premier League to the 2026 World Cup

Algeria Come From Behind to Sink Jordan and Keep Pace in Group J

L'Équipe Apologises to Belgium's Doku After Pundit Attacked His Decision to Attend Birth

Norway Edge Senegal 3–2 in World Cup Thriller

Serbian TV Pundit Rade Bogdanovic Apologises After Racist Comments on World Cup Broadcast

Uruguay Draw Again as Bielsa's World Cup Campaign Teeters on the Brink

World Cup 2026 Official Portraits: Behind the Scenes of Fifa's Obligatory Photoshoots

World Cup 2026: What the Tournament Reveals About Its US Host

Belgium 0–0 Iran: Goalless Draw Leaves Group G Wide Open

Club Coaches vs International Lifers: How the World Cup Could Reshape Football Management

Declan Rice Reveals Hamstring Nerve Pain Managed Since Christmas Ahead of Ghana Clash

Egypt Beat New Zealand 3–1 to Go Top of Group G

Spain Crush Saudi Arabia 4–0 to Top Group H

Spain Must Find Their Cutting Edge Against Saudi Arabia After Cape Verde Stalemate

Thierry Henry vs Alexi Lalas: The Real Battle of the 2026 World Cup

Thomas Partey Set to Face England at World Cup After Canada Visa Ban

Trevoh Chalobah Called Up to England World Cup Squad After Spotting Tuchel's Text in Times Square

Tuchel's Training Methods Laid Bare as England Gear Up for Ghana

Uruguay 2–2 Cabo Verde: Late Canobbio Strike Earns Dramatic Draw in Group H

World Cup 2026 Team of the Tournament So Far: The Stars Emerging Without the Big Names

Bragg Gaming CEO Mazij Voted Off Board After Shareholder Rebellion

David Raya on Non-League Grit, Champions League Heartbreak and World Cup Dreams

Ecuador 0–0 Curaçao: Points Shared in Goalless Group E Stalemate

Germany 2–1 Côte d'Ivoire: Undav Double Seals Late Winner in Group E

Hydration Breaks at World Cup 2026: A Coaching Tool Nobody Asked For

Michael Olise: The Free Spirit Who Could Define France's World Cup

Netherlands 5–1 Sweden: Dutch Cruise to Dominant Group F Victory

Scotland's World Cup Fate Hangs on Brazil Clash After Narrow Morocco Loss

Socceroos Slam Referee Felix Zwayer After 2-0 World Cup Loss to USA

Spaceship Stadiums, Ronaldo Mania and $5 Water: Inside the World Cup's First Week

Tunisia 0–4 Japan: Kamada Strike Sets Tone for Dominant Group F Win

USA Through to World Cup Knockouts as Zlatan Backs Co-Hosts to Go All the Way

Elye Wahi Detained in French Spot-Fixing Probe Ahead of World Cup

Argentine TV Host Resigns After Falsely Reporting Death of Messi's Father

Boston and Glasgow to Become Twin Cities as Tartan Army's World Cup Charm Offensive Pays Off

Brazil 3–0 Haiti: Cunha Brace Sends Brazil Top of Group C

Elliot Anderson Emerges as England's Midfield Constant at World Cup 2026

England Fans Break the Bank in Dallas as World Cup Adventure Begins

Neymar on the Brazil Pressure, Social Media & His World Cup 2026 on the Sidelines

Scotland 0–1 Morocco: Saibari Strike Sends Morocco Top on Points

Paraguay Stun Türkiye With Lightning Strike To Claim Vital Win

United States 2–0 Australia: Burgess own goal and Freeman strike seal dominant Group D win

USA vs Australia: A World Cup Clash That Mirrors Two Nations Still Finding Their Football Identity

World Cup 2026: Two Matches Played in Severe Heat That Fifpro Says Should Trigger Delays

Playtech Escapes Evolution's Defamation Case for Now as New Jersey Judge Rejects Bid to Add Rival

Pragmatic Play Launches Space-Themed Cluster Slot Cosmic Clusters

Canada 6–0 Qatar: Larin and David fire Canadians to emphatic Group B win

Czechia 1–1 South Africa: Mokoena Penalty Earns Late Draw

Elye Wahi Denied Canada Entry for Côte d'Ivoire's World Cup Clash with Germany

Messi Family Confirm Jorge Messi Receiving Medical Treatment Amid False Death Reports

Mexico 1–0 South Korea: Romo strike sends El Tri top of Group A

Mexico vs South Korea: Warm Ties and Forced Changes Ahead of Guadalajara Showdown

Mo Touré's Family Refugee Journey: The Story Behind Australia's World Cup No 9

Switzerland 4–1 Bosnia & Herzegovina: Manzambi Double Seals Commanding Win

USA vs Australia: World Cup Rematch Eight Months in the Making

World Cup 2026: What Australia and USA Must Do to Win Group D

BGC Accuses Tech Giants of Turning a Blind Eye to Illegal Gambling Ads

England 4–2 Croatia: Kane Leads Three Lions to Winning Start at 2026 World Cup

Ghana edge Panama with late winner to top Group L

Harry Kane's American Dream: England Captain Targets World Cup Glory in Dallas

Mbappé Rescues France With Record-Equalling Goal in 3-1 Win Over Senegal

Merino Urges Calm After Spain's Shock 0-0 Draw With Cape Verde

Messi Equals Klose's All-Time World Cup Goals Record With Hat-Trick Against Algeria

Messi Hat-Trick Equals Klose's World Cup Record as Argentina Beat Algeria 3-0

Portugal 1–1 DR Congo: Wissa strikes late to earn DR Congo a point

USA vs Australia: War of Words Adds Spice to World Cup Group D Showdown

Colombia beat Uzbekistan 3–1 to go top of Group K

Vozinha's Mother to Attend Cape Verde's World Cup Match After Visa Fees Waived

Cape Verde Stun Spain at Club World Cup, Netting One Polymarket Trader £3.7m

Argentina 3–0 Algeria: Messi Hat-Trick Puts Argentina Top of Group J

Austria 3–1 Jordan: Schmid Strike and Late Penalty Seal Group J Win

Bielsa Refuses to Pose for Fifa World Cup Photo and Hits Back at Press

Bruno Fernandes and Vitinha Lead Portugal's Bid for First World Cup Glory

David Squires Cartoons: A Satirical Take on World Cup 2026's Opening Group Stage

England Enter World Cup 2026 With Less Baggage – But Fresh Tensions Lurk

England Fans Risk Flag Confiscations at World Cup Opener in Dallas

France 3–1 Senegal: Mbappé Strikes Twice as France Open World Cup Campaign

Gazza's Body Fat and Swordfish Steaks: How Italia 90 Changed England's Sports Science

Infantino Plans Two World Cup Games Per Day by Private Jet Across Three Countries

Iraq 1–4 Norway: Haaland Brace Sets Norway on Their Way

Justin Gaethje Stuns Ilia Topuria at White House UFC Event in Massive Upset

Ayyoub Bouaddi Steals the Show as Morocco Hold Brazil at World Cup 2026

Belgium 1–1 Egypt: Ashour Strike Cancelled by Own Goal in Group G Stalemate

Henderson Backs Bellingham to Be England's X-Factor at World Cup 2026

Henderson's Return Highlights England's Euro 2024 Dressing Room Failings Ahead of World Cup

Iran 2–2 New Zealand: Just Strikes Twice as Points Shared in Group G

Saudi Arabia 1–1 Uruguay: Al-Amri Strike Cancelled Out by Late M. Araújo Equaliser

Spain held to goalless draw by Cabo Verde in World Cup Group H opener

Spain Arrive at World Cup 2026 as Confident Favourites — and They're Not Running from the Tag

Taremi Says World Cup Tension Undermines Fifa's Peace Message as Iran Arrive in LA

VAR Official Shaun Evans Accused of Making White Power Gesture at World Cup

Diallo's 90th-Minute Goal Sends Côte d'Ivoire Top of Group E

Germany 7–1 Curaçao: Ruthless Display Sends Germans Top of Group E

Netherlands 2–2 Japan: Late Ogawa Goal Earns Japan Point in Group F Thriller

Sweden 5–1 Tunisia: Ayari Double and Gyökeres Strike Fire Sweden to Top of Group F

Australia Beat Türkiye 2–0 to Open World Cup Campaign

Brazil 1-1 Morocco: favourites held in marquee opener

Haiti 0-1 Scotland: McGinn settles a tense World Cup opener

Qatar 1-1 Switzerland: stoppage-time leveller earns point

Canada 1-1 Bosnia: Larin earns hosts a historic point

USA 4-1 Paraguay: Balogun double fires hosts to top

Mexico 2-0 South Africa: three red cards in WC opener

South Korea 2-1 Czechia: Hwang inspires comeback win

AGA says prediction markets have cost states $1 billion in tax revenue. Kalshi disagrees.

Alberta iGaming opens July 13 with 31 operators on the list. Here is what to watch.

Fertitta buys Caesars for $17.6 billion. What it actually means for players

Manchester United and Betway agree training-kit deal: the front-of-shirt ban is doing exactly what it didn't promise

Europe's regulators line up to warn operators before the World Cup kicks off

Three states banned sweepstakes casinos in eight days. The dual-currency model is on borrowed time