Australia start in style with impressive World Cup win against South Africa

Australia started their ICC Women's T20 World Cup with a statement win after they beat South Africa by 65 runs at Old Traford in their opening match of the tournament.

Brazil v Morocco: World Cup 2026 – live

⚽️ World Cup kick-off 6pm EST, 11pm BST, 8am Sun AEST ⚽️ Player guide | Bracketology | Golden Boot | Email Jeff While it was always a reach to project this tournament would feel like 104 Super Bowls, some matchups inevitably fit the blockbuster billing. Brazil and Morocco’s opener in Group C is this tournament’s first glamour fixture, pitting the five-time champions against the dark horse darlings of 2022, who arrive in great form. Few know exactly what to expect from Carlo Ancelotti’s first ...

By Jeff Rueter

As Bay Area hosts World Cup, empty red seats are everywhere at Levi's Stadium

On Friday, FIFA blamed the empty seats during the World Cup match between South Korea and the Czech Republic in Guadalajara on fans who watched from the concourses. Levi's Stadium staged the Super Bowl only four months ago.

By The Associated Press

Ten observations after attending a World Cup match in the US

With the World Cup getting into full swing, Al Jazeera offers some tips for fans looking to attend a game in the US.

United States shatters World Cup viewership record in first match vs Paraguay in Los Angeles

The USMNT's 4-1 win over Paraguay drew 15.986 million viewers, making it the most-watched men's World Cup telecast in English-language U.S. history.

Ghana slams Canada’s decision to deny World Cup visa for Partey, who faces rape charges

Ghana’s government has criticized Canada’s “extremely unfair” decision to deny midfielder Thomas Partey a visa for his team’s World Cup opener while he awaits trial on rape charges, and it threatened legal action in a bid to overturn the refusal.

Australia claims statement win over South Africa in T20 World Cup opener

Australia puts its rivals on notice with a dominant victory over South Africa to kick-off the women's T20 World Cup.

Fact check: These FIFA World Cup ticket sites are fake

Desperate to get hold of tickets for the football World Cup, many fans face being scammed by sites set up to sell fake tickets. Here's how to make sure you don't fall into the trap.

World Cup: Mexico beat South Africa 2-0

Mexico opened the World Cup on Thursday with a dominant 2-0 win over South Africa in front of a boisterous home crowd at Mexico City's Azteca Stadium. Joining us to discuss the match is sports journalist Mbuelo Thinta.

By FRANCE24

Brazil v Morocco LIVE: Five-time World Cup winners get campaign underway without Neymar

Five-time champions Brazil begin their World Cup campaign against controversial Afcon winners Morocco

By Jack Rathborn and Alan Smith

Intensity key to US dream World Cup start, says captain Ream

United States captain Tim Ream told AFP an "intense" training camp was vital to his team's dream World Cup start, as a 4-1 thrashing of Paraguay turbo-charged the co-hosts' hopes of unlikely glory."We've been together for almost three weeks, and training has been intense -- there's been some tense moments, amongst ourselves," Ream said.

Ghana lodges protest over Canada’s refusal of visa to World Cup player

Thomas Partey is facing trial in Britain on rape charges

By AFP

Nora Fatehi opens up about sharing FIFA World Cup 2026 lineup with Shakira, Burna Boy

Actor-dancer Nora Fatehi has been winning hearts globally after her electrifying performance at the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony. For Nora, performing at one of the world's biggest sporting events alongside internationally renowned artists like Shakira and Burna Boy marked a major milestone in her career.

By TOI ENTERTAINMENT DESK

Germany at the 2026 World Cup: Waiting for Bambi to explode

By Shashank Nair

USMNT Sets FIFA World Cup English-Language Telecast Record With 16M Viewers For Win Over Paraguay

Pulisic, Balogun & Co.’s heroics at Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium made World Cup television history. The U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team’s opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered 15.986 million viewers across Fox, Fox One and Tubi to become USMNT’s most watched English-language World Cup telecast ever, according to Fox Sports. Helped by […]

By Nellie Andreeva

France's Kone plays down pressure on Mbappe, backs him to deliver again at World Cup

Pakistan to face India in ICC Women's T20 World Cup opener

The match will be played at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground

By Sports Desk

Alexi Lalas Calls James Corden Vulgar Name on Live World Cup Broadcast

Alexi Lalas made a shocking pass at James Corden. The soccer analyst called the former Late Late Show host a not-suitable-for-work name during a live pregame World Cup broadcast while trying to...

By Sasha Wayman

Sanjoy’s iconic World Cup feat was anything but accidental - The Daily Star

Sanjoy’s iconic World Cup feat was anything but accidental  The Daily Star

11 Iranian officials still barred from entering US for World Cup

Eleven Iranian officials remain barred from entering the US for the 2026 World Cup due to visa issues, complicating team preparations amid political tensio Read More: https://punchng.com/11-iranian-officials-still-barred-from-entering-us-for-world-cup/

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Mexico’s week in review: World Cup opener brings victory for Mexico amid protests and trade tensions

Mexico kicked off its third World Cup with a home-turf win, as leaders sought to contain a tense standoff with striking teachers and fresh uncertainty over the USMCA's future. The post Mexico’s week in review: World Cup opener brings victory for Mexico amid protests and trade tensions appeared first on Mexico News Daily

By MND Staff

Iran gear up for World Cup opener against New Zealand - Tehran Times

Iran gear up for World Cup opener against New Zealand  Tehran Times

2026 World Cup: Sports Ministry demands FIFA intervention over Partey’s visa denial

The development means the 32-year-old will play no part in Ghana's World Cup Group L opener against Panama at Toronto's BMO Field on 17 June.

By Mishael Quaynor

How the World Cup Is Experienced in Brazil

I’m a Cuban from a country with no real soccer tradition, living in the land of the green-and-yellow jersey, the five-time world champion. The post How the World Cup Is Experienced in Brazil appeared first on Havana Times.

By Circles Robinson

English Premier League Referee Michael Oliver Out of World Cup Opener with Injury - 조선일보

English Premier League Referee Michael Oliver Out of World Cup Opener with Injury  조선일보

Brazil vs. Morocco FREE stream today (6/13) | Where to watch World Cup soccer - NJ.com

Brazil vs. Morocco FREE stream today (6/13) | Where to watch World Cup soccer  NJ.com