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England and Norway, Old Friends, Resurrect a Rivalry for the World Cup

Along with historic and diplomatic ties, England’s club soccer teams have loyal fans in Norway. On Saturday, supporters will have to pick a side.

By Lynsey Chutel

Norway’s World Cup Quarter Final Run Electrifies the Country - Bloomberg.com

Norway’s World Cup Quarter Final Run Electrifies the Country  Bloomberg.com

‘A brilliant reprieve, a unifying force’: America falls in love with World Cup

Packed stadiums, record TV viewers, and an outlet for joyous multiculturalism under attack by Trump – the tournament has taken the US by storm There were plenty of reasons to believe the US hosting the World Cup would be a disaster. In the year and a half leading up to the kick-off, Donald Trump had threatened to annex tournament co-host Canada, and to invade the other co-host, Mexico; he was at war with one of the tournament’s participants, Iran. Harsh travel restrictions were preventing fan...

By Christopher Mathias

Harry Kane and Erling Haaland set for FIFA World Cup quarterfinal duel as England eye moneyline win

Erling Haaland and Harry Kane face off in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, but the 1-2 punch of Kane and Bellingham may tip the balance.

Erling Haaland mania is taking over at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

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England and Norway fans dash to Miami for World Cup spring break

As England and Norway prepare to face off in their World Cup quarter-final, their fans are lapping up being in one of the party capitals of the world, making every moment count.

By Amanda Shalala

World Cup 2026 : Spain set for blockbuster semi final against France

Paris Saint Germain midfielder Fabian Ruiz, who started ahead of Pedri, gave la Roja the lead in the 30th minute, capitalizing on a rebound off a Thibaud Courtois save. Belgium though brought it back level 11 minute later with a powerful De Ketelaere header, therefore ending Spain's remarkable run of 649 minutes without conceding at a World Cup. The second half was tough for Belgium; especially after their star keeper Thibaud Courtois broke down in tears when he suffered what seemed to be a t...

By Emily BOYLE

All the celebrities spotted cheering on their favorite teams at the World Cup

Tom Cruise and David Beckham attended a match together. Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times/Getty Images The 2026 FIFA World Cup has been a magnet for celebrities. Actors, moguls, musicians, and athletes have been seen at games across the US, Canada, and Mexico. The final will be held on July 19 in New Jersey. If you're anything like Hollywood's best and brightest, you've been obsessed with the World Cup since it kicked off on June 11. In the month since, dozens of games have been played a...

The science behind players wearing masks at the World Cup

England’s Djed Spence, Austria's Stefan Posch and Algeria goalkeeper Luca Zidane have all ​played ⁠with masks on during this World Cup

By Rory Carroll

Why does Erling Haaland&#39;s World Cup jersey say Braut Haaland?

Erling Haaland has become a World Cup darling. Here's the reason why his Norway kit for the World Cup has two names on it.

‘I’ll play for India’: Popular US streamer IShowSpeed makes bold offer to help nation qualify for 2030 FIFA World Cup

IShowSpeed joked that he would play for India’s national football team and help the country qualify for the 2030 World Cup. The YouTuber made the comments during a livestream while watching Spain vs Belgium. He said he could play as a winger, striker or attacking midfielder. While FIFA rules make the idea unrealistic, his support drew attention from football fans.

By Sumit Roy

FIFA World Cup: Who are the referees for Norway vs England?

Miguel Delaney: Heat, humidity and Haaland — how Norway can upset England in World Cup quarter-final

England face searing temperatures in Miami on Saturday, where they will come up against their most difficult opponent yet on the road to World Cup glory

By Miguel Delaney

African results justify World Cup slots increase amid criticism

When four-time World Cup winners Italy failed to qualify for the 2026 tournament, then head coach Gennaro Gattuso lamented that Africa had so many places at the global showcase. “Africa deserves fewer World Cup slots,” he said, referring to the number of automatic qualifying places allocated to that continent rising from five to nine in an expanded 48-nation event. It became 10 when the Democratic Republic of Congo won an inter-continental play-off and returned to the World Cup after 52 years...

By none@none.com (AFP)

Fanfic Girlies Are Producing the Best World Cup Memes

Norway's Erling Haaland and England's Jude Bellingham face off this weekend in the quarterfinals — and fans online are imagining a Heated Rivalry-style backstory

By Kate Storey

African results justify World Cup slots increase amid criticism

When four-time World Cup winners Italy failed to qualify for the 2026 tournament, then head coach Gennaro Gattuso lamented that Africa had so many places at the global showcase.

By RFI

Spain heads to the World Cup semi-finals after fiery 2-1 thriller against Belgium

Despite Spain's dominant attempts at possession, Belgium put up a fight throughout the match to thrill travelling supporters.

Masked World Cup players spotlight soccer's overlooked facial injury risk

African results justify World Cup slots

Morocco were defeated in the quarter-final against France

By AFP

FIFA to sell pieces of World Cup final pitch as memorabilia

Fans will soon have the chance to own a piece of World Cup history after FIFA announced it will sell authenticated fragments of the natural grass pitch used in the 2026 FIFA World...

Morocco exit ends Africa’s hope for World Cup glory

Expanded tournament gave African teams more opportunities and many took them.

Spain's Merino living 'wildest dreams' with late World Cup winners - The Daily Star

Spain's Merino living 'wildest dreams' with late World Cup winners  The Daily Star

Spain not afraid of France in World Cup semi-final — Yamal

Lamine Yamal declares Spain will face France without fear in the World Cup semi-final after their victory over Belgium. Spain aims to continue their domina Read More: https://punchng.com/spain-not-afraid-of-france-in-world-cup-semi-final-yamal/

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2026 FIFA World Cup: Africa’s title challenge ends in a whimper

By Jacob Ajom The 2026 FIFA World Cup has exposed new realities patterning to the growth, development and spread football enjoys among other sports. When FIFA announced the new expanded 48-team format – with Africa getting 9 automatic slots – for its flagship tournament, skeptics, including yours sincerely felt the field was too large and […] The post 2026 FIFA World Cup: Africa’s title challenge ends in a whimper appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Emmanuel Okogba

How to watch Norway vs. England in the FIFA World Cup: TV channel, streaming, kickoff time - CBS News

How to watch Norway vs. England in the FIFA World Cup: TV channel, streaming, kickoff time  CBS News

FIFA World Cup 2026 Player of the Match Award Sparks Debate - Ratopati

FIFA World Cup 2026 Player of the Match Award Sparks Debate  Ratopati