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Can you be a World Cup ‘winner’ without winning the World Cup?

The winner of the World Cup final will be crowned on Monday morning Australian time.

The Conversation

Police launch investigation after South Africa World Cup star Jayden Adams found dead

Jayden Adams passed away at the age of 25 just two weeks after playing at the World Cup

The Independent UK

England v Argentina World Cup head-to-head record – who has the edge?

England and Argentina will play each other for the sixth time at a World Cup in their semi-final clash on Wednesday in Atlanta. The first ever meeting between the two teams came in the 1962 World Cup, when England secured a 3-1 victory before being knocked out in the quarter-finals…

The Independent UK

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How Did Jayden Adams Die? World Cup Star Dies Suddenly at 25 With Cause Unknown

South African midfielder Jayden Adams, 25, has died suddenly in Cape Town after participating in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Authorities are investigating the cause of death, urging public restraint.

International Business Times UK

England, Argentina to renew bitter rivalry in World Cup semi-final

England and Argentina will compete in a World Cup semi-final on Wednesday. This match follows their quarter-final victories over Norway and Switzerland respectively. The South Americans aim to defend their title against England's trophy drought. France and Spain will contest the other semi-final match on Tuesday. The winner of the…

The Economic Times

Jude Bellingham unimpressed after Tuchel criticises ‘lucky’ England’s performance

Jude Bellingham shrugged off criticism of England’s performance from Thomas Tuchel after his two goals against Norway booked a World Cup semi-final

The Guardian - UK

World Cup Fan Buys Tickets That Didn't Exist: What to Know About Resale Markets

Many fans flocked to third-party vendors to buy FIFA World Cup tickets, and some have missed out – not because of poor planning, but because of resale market risks.

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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…

France 24

Glorious careers ended in tears: Brahmananda on Neymar and Ronaldo's last tango

Indian goalkeeper Brahmananda Sankhwalkar discussed the emotional World Cup exits of Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar Junior. He noted their tears conveyed deep disappointment after falling short of the ultimate prize. Both players concluded their careers without securing a World Cup title for their nations. They were considered significant challengers to…

The Economic Times

A World Cup free agent XI: summer bargains and top targets among clubless players

A goalkeeper with 27.5m Instagram followers and a forward whose future is opaque make our team of players looking for new clubs

The Guardian - UK

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Defiant Statement After World Cup Farewell Is Painfully on Brand

The greatest player in Portugal’s history will finish his career without a World Cup title.

Sports Illustrated

Messi, Salah set for World Cup showdown as Argentina face Egypt in last-16 test

Argentina meets Egypt for a World Cup quarter-final spot. Lionel Messi aims to lead the Golden Boot race against rivals. Switzerland and Colombia also compete in another crucial knockout match. Spain and Belgium advanced to the last eight after their victories. Host nations are now eliminated from the ongoing tournament.

The Economic Times

Cristiano Ronaldo plays down career World Cup failure: ‘Euros just as significant’

Ronaldo has played his final minutes at a World Cup following Portugal’s exit, meaning he will retire having never won football’s biggest prize

The Independent UK

Celtic star explains how Glasgow 'pressure' prepared him for World Cup heroics

Trusty has insisted his dream is complete after playing at a World Cup, after revealing how much last season's 'storybook ending'…

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The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 Brackets: Check the full round of 16 schedule in IST & US time. Download match fixtures here

FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 fixtures IST Time: Argentina narrowly advanced to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, setting up a clash with Egypt. The knockout stage has already delivered thrilling upsets, including Belgium's dramatic comeback against Senegal and Portugal's victory powered by Cristiano Ronaldo. Spain…

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How to watch Argentina vs Cape Verde: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time as Lionel Messi faces FIFA World Cup 2026 upstarts

Here's how to watch Argentina vs Cape Verde for free online and from anywhere at the FIFA World Cup 2026, as the Blue Sharks aim to shock the holders.

France 24

Cape Verde hope to continue World Cup fairytale against Messi's Argentina

Minnows Cape Verde hope to continue their World Cup fairytale on Friday as they face Argentina, and footballing legend Lionel Messi. The Atlantic archipelago became the smallest ever nation to reach the knockout rounds of a World Cup by earning unexpected draws with Spain, Uruguay and Saudi Arabia.

Latin Times

Ramos Rescues Portugal in Toronto Thriller — Now the Iberian Classic with Spain Awaits in Dallas

Ramos's late winner and Ronaldo's record penalty send Portugal past Croatia 2-1 — setting up a World Cup Round of 16 Iberian derby with Spain.

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Portugal vs Croatia World Cup 2026: Ramos, Ronaldo score as team beats Croatia 2-1

Portugal match today: Portugal secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Croatia, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring his first World Cup knockout goal from a penalty. Goncalo Ramos netted a late winner, and a controversial offside call denied Croatia an equalizer. The win sets up a last 16 clash with Spain, despite…

Latin Times

'The Mexican People Deserved a Night Like This': Mexico's Javier Aguirre Reacts to Historic Win Over Ecuador

After holding a strong Ecuador side scoreless, Mexico achieved a feat matched by only two other teams. It became the third nation to win its first four matches in a World Cup without conceding a goal, joining Brazil in 1986 and Italy in 1990.

The Independent UK

England’s potential penalty takers in a World Cup shootout vs Argentina

England have won only one penalty shootout at a World Cup before but Thomas Tuchel predicts they will need to triumph from the spot in North America this summer

France 24

When football gets political: The legacy of Brazil's 2014 World Cup

Brazil have advanced to the World Cup round of 16, despite many experts predicting that Japan would defeat the Seleção. The football-mad South American nation has lost some of its lustre since the team's dramatic 7-1 loss to Germany in 2014 on home soil – a World Cup that traumatised…

Sports Illustrated

Mexico Didn’t Just Beat Ecuador, It Ended a 40-Year Curse That Had Defined It

El Tri had not won a World Cup knockout match since 1986. But this iteration of Mexico is breaking new ground under Javier Aguirre.

France 24

Iran players depart unwelcoming World Cup, jeered by US official but saluted by fans

In a World Cup co-hosted by a country waging war on their homeland, the odds were always stacked against Iran’s Team Melli, who narrowly missed out on the knockout stage despite being undefeated. Their players departed North America on Tuesday, mocked by a senior official in the Trump administration but…

The Guardian - UK

Who has scored the most goals at a World Cup without winning the Golden Boot?

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