Lopes 'living out a dream' at World Cup - Grace

Shamrock Rovers defender Lee Grace tells BBC Sport of his pride at seeing his friend and defensive partner Roberto 'Pico' Lopes preparing for the World Cup with Cape Verde.

Brazilians Revive a World Cup Ritual to Cheer on Their National Team

After years of dampened enthusiasm about the World Cup, Brazilians are excited about their national team again — and they’re showing it by painting the streets.

By Ana Ionova and Dado Galdieri

The sweet smell of World Cup dollars

Also in today’s newsletter: a dispatch from LA and Mercedes F1’s robust finances

Scotland v Ireland: Women’s T20 World Cup – live

T20 World Cup from 10.30am BST at Old Trafford Team-by-team guide | Mail Tim Morning everyone and welcome to a rather different World Cup. One in which expanding the tournament means going from ten nations to 12. One in which we never hear a word from a tinpot dictator. One in which every match official makes it through the airport. Today begins with a small piece of cricket history: the first meeting between Scotland and Ireland in a women’s World Cup. As Raf Nicholson, our resident expert,...

By Tim de Lisle

FIFA World Cup Day 3: Brazil vs Morocco prediction, schedule, what to know

Brazil face Morocco as World Cup Day three brings predictions, key fixtures and other headlines.

Saturday night showdown: Australia vs. Turkey opens FIFA World Cup in Vancouver

Fan support for both nations is expected to be strong inside B.C. Place come game time.

World Cup injury tracker: Neymar, Lamine Yamal and Christian Pulisic latest updates

Brazil look set to be without star player Neymar for their opening game against Morocco on Saturday

By Kieran Jackson

Welcome to swag socialism: New Yorkers waited hours in line for Mamdani's affordable World Cup jerseys

New Yorkers waited hours in line for Zohran Mamdani's limited-edition $50 World Cup jerseys. Sydney Bradley/BI New York City's swag (democratic) socialist renaissance has arrived. Mayor Zohran Mamdani unveiled an affordable Big Apple-themed World Cup jersey — going for about $50 while FIFA's are topping $150 — this week, and people lined up for it in the thousands. Available only at the city-government-run NYC City Store location in Manhattan on June 12, residents woke up at dawn, played hoo...

Landon Donovan delivers verdict on USA’s blowout World Cup win against Paraguay

Former soccer star Landon Donovan was among those who celebrated the USA’s 4-1 blowout victory against Paraguay on Friday night at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California. The 44-year-old, who registered 57 goals and 157 caps for the USA from…

USA vs Paraguay: USMNT ends 20-year wait with historic World Cup opener

USA's FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign got off to a historic start as the hosts' early breakthrough against Paraguay became the third-fastest goal ever scored by a host nation in its opening World Cup match. The seventh-minute strike helped launch a dominant 4-1 victory, with Mauricio Pochettino's side also showcasing their attacking evolution by surpassing their entire goal tally from the 2022 tournament in a single game.

By TOI SPORTS DESK

Iran-Linked Hackers Claim FBI Drone Breach, Threaten World Cup Team Buses

The group alleged it had been monitoring "every image and every suspect" for several months.

US thrash Paraguay in LA to launch home FIFA World Cup in style

The United States opened their World Cup campaign with a 4-1 win over Paraguay on Friday, powered by a first-half double from striker Folarin Balogun, but the victory was tempered by concern over the fitness of Christian Pulisic. The emphatic Group D win marked a dream start for the co-hosts, whose four goals were their most ever in a World Cup match. Balogun became the first US player to score twice in a World Cup game since the 1930 tournament. “Amazing result,” US captain Tim Ream said. “I...

By none@none.com (Reuters)

Soaring prices cast shadow on record-breaking World Cup

Dónal Ryan examines FIFA's record-breaking World Cup which is being co-hosted in the United States, Mexico and Canada and the implications that soaring costs are having on fans hoping to attend.

BiH denied victory as Canada rescue late World Cup draw

Bosnia and Herzegovina opened its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against co-hosts Canada in Toronto on Friday, earning a val

US thrash Paraguay 4-1 for dream World Cup start

The United States dominated Paraguay 4-1 in their opening match of the World Cup on Friday in Los Angeles with a first-half brace by striker Folarin Balogun for a dream start to their home campaign in Group D. “Amazing result,” U.S. captain Tim Ream said. “It’s exactly the way we wanted to start the tournament.” […]

John Downing: World Cup stakes high for Germany as Friedrich Merz hopes football lift can halt AfD surge

By John Downing

For some Australians, including a star Socceroo, the World Cup is a clash of loyalties

Aziz Behich will face off against Türkiye in the Socceroos' FIFA World Cup opener. His connection to the country runs deep.

Xhaka expects best World Cup for Swiss, says must enjoy the moment

Party in the USA as co-hosts hammer Paraguay in their World Cup opener

Former England U21 international Folarin Balogun scored twice for Mauricio Pochettino’s side.

The World Cup: ‘angst’ in the USA

The largest, and perhaps ‘most politicised’ tournament of its kind has begun, but it has received mixed reactions

By The Week UK

Katy Perry, LISA, Anitta & More at 2026 World Cup USA Opening Ceremony: Best Moments From Inside L.A. Stadium

Rema, Tyla, Future and Dan + Shay also performed ahead of the U.S. Men's National Team's opening win against Paraguay.

By Katie Atkinson

Watch Katy Perry, Tyla, Lisa and Anitta perform at the FIFA 2026 World Cup US opening ceremony

Two other opening ceremonies took place in Canada and Mexico, marking the first time the tournament has been co-hosted across multiple countries The post Watch Katy Perry, Tyla, Lisa and Anitta perform at the FIFA 2026 World Cup US opening ceremony appeared first on NME.

By Laura Molloy

“Nigerians” shine at World Cup as Balogun fires USA to victory, Oluwaseyi, David help Canada earn historic point

Although the Super Eagles are absent from the tournament, players of Nigerian descent continue to feature prominently for several competing nations. The post “Nigerians” shine at World Cup as Balogun fires USA to victory, Oluwaseyi, David help Canada earn historic point appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Tunde Eludini

Morocco ready for Brazil World cup test, Vinicius threat – Achraf Hakimi

Morocco’s Atlas Lions face five-time champions Brazil in a crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 opener. Achraf Hakimi discusses the Vinicius threat and Morocco’s re Read More: https://punchng.com/morocco-ready-for-brazil-world-cup-test-vinicius-threat-achraf-hakimi/

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‘All eyes are on the World Cup’: How Mexico’s searching mothers are seizing the tournament to fight for the disappeared

Protesters packed southern Mexico City on the first day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, drowning out the celebrations with a reminder that behind the spectacle, tens of thousands of families are still searching for their missing loved ones. The post ‘All eyes are on the World Cup’: How Mexico’s searching mothers are seizing the tournament to fight for the disappeared appeared first on Mexico News Daily

By Millie Deere

U.S rout Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener

The United States could scarcely have scripted a better start to their World Cup as a Folarin Balogun brace and Gio Reyna curler fired the co-hosts to a 4-1 drubbing of Paraguay in front of Hollywood royalty in Los Angeles on Friday. The post U.S rout Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Emmanuel Okogba

Beyond the goals! Resetting financial accountability and public trust in Ghana’s World Cup journey

Every goal scored by the Black Stars sends waves of excitement across the country, while every victory becomes a shared national celebration.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

English referee pulled from World Cup match as FIFA release statement - Wales Online

English referee pulled from World Cup match as FIFA release statement  Wales Online

'Haven't you been watching?!' - Cristiano Ronaldo dismisses fitness fears and promises to 'bring joy' to World Cup with Portugal - Goal.com

'Haven't you been watching?!' - Cristiano Ronaldo dismisses fitness fears and promises to 'bring joy' to World Cup with Portugal  Goal.com