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The Latest Breaking News from the World Cup

Mexico erupts and World Cup security fears rise after a cartel boss’s killing

The fallout from the operation that took out ‘El Mencho’ has already led to the cancellation of football matches. Could the World Cup be affected too?

The Guardian - US

Manager of smallest nation to qualify for the World Cup resigns due to daughter’s health

Dick Advocaat led Curacao to the 2026 World Cup but will not be in the dugout at this summer’s tournament

The Independent UK

MLS 2026 predictions: Messi v Son, a Timo Werner rebirth and are Inter Miami inevitable?

The 2026 MLS season kicks off on Saturday. Our writers discuss the teams, players and story lines they’re watching this year

The Guardian - US

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Is the World Cup bump real? MLS is going to find out

MLS stakeholders want to turn the interest in this summer’s North American World Cup into ‘rocket fuel’ for the league. Are those realistic expectations?

The Guardian - US

Five MLS Players Who Could Be Key to USMNT’s 2026 World Cup Aspirations

The 2026 MLS season will see dozens of players head to the World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

The Two Big Problems Threatening Mexico Captain’s 2026 World Cup Hopes

One of the most important El Tri players is immersed in a difficult situation with the World Cup fast approaching.

Sports Illustrated

From Arena Mexico to the World Cup, a wrestling-mask boom is taking shape

A Mexico City mask maker is gearing up for a World Cup sales boom

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The World Cup means slashed wages and displacement for some of the Mexico City's poor

Preparations for the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City are cutting into the livelihoods of sex workers and street vendors near Azteca Stadium

The Independent UK

Thomas Tuchel extends England contract to rule himself out of Man United job

The England manager has extended his deal beyond this summer’s World Cup

The Independent UK

England finalise pre-World Cup friendlies and make their base in Kansas City

England will play warm-up matches against New Zealand and Costa Rica in Florida and base themselves in Kansas City for the duration of the World Cup

The Guardian - UK

England set to lose ex-Chelsea wonderkid to rival nation before 2026 World Cup

A highly-rated England youngster is in talks with Austria to switch his national allegiance before the World Cup

FourFourTwo

Mauricio Pochettino Delivers World Cup Promise to President Trump—But Can USMNT Deliver?

The Stars and Stripes have high aspirations for this summer’s tournament.

Sports Illustrated

Is USMNT Ready for the 2026 World Cup?

While co-hosts Mexico and Canada opted to play friendlies in January, the USMNT went in a different direction—suggesting Mauricio Pochettino, under pressure to deliver, is happy with how preparations are going.

Sports Illustrated

Patriots Quarterback Drake Maye Makes 2026 World Cup Prediction Ahead of Super Bowl

The NFL star will be rooting for two teams when the World Cup takes over the U.S. this summer.

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Why James Rodriguez Decided MLS Was the Place to Be Ahead of the World Cup

The Colombian superstar brings a social following of more than all Minnesota professional teams combined.

The Independent UK

How a shambolic T20 World Cup could lead to redemption for England

Brendon McCullum’s England have the tools to seize glory amid a backdrop of turmoil between hosts India, fierce rivals Pakistan, and the now withdrawn Bangladesh

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Scotland risk losing 15-goal striker ahead of World Cup squad announcement

Prolific Glaswegian frontman has handed Tartan Army boss Steve Clarke a dilemma ahead of the World Cup

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ITV sets sail for New York City and glitzy World Cup 2026 studio but BBC adopt different approach

UK coverage of the World Cup is divided between ITV and the BBC and fans are set for two very different broadcast experiences

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The Independent UK

Italy's World Cup debut: Cricket team on the rise as storied soccer team falters

These are dark times for Italy’s storied but ailing soccer team but salvation comes in the form of the Azzurri’s unheralded cricketers

The Independent UK

Pakistan head to T20 World Cup amid sanctions threat after India match boycott call

Pakistan’s cricket team are heading for the World Cup after confirming they will boycott their group match against India

AAP

Injury-prone paceman to miss early T20 World Cup games

T20 skipper Mitch Marsh is adamant Australia can still thrive at a spin-friendly World Cup, but an injury-prone paceman will miss the early stages of the event.

FourFourTwo

‘People wanted Ronaldo banned at the start of the World Cup – it was disrespectful to a player who’s put Portugal on the map. FIFA treated him fairly’ Maniche on Cristiano Ronaldo’s red card controversy

The ban following Ronaldo’s red card against Ireland was suspended by FIFA

The Guardian - UK

Germany rule out World Cup boycott despite calls to send Trump a message

Germany’s football federation, the DFB, has ruled out a boycott of the World Cup despite calls to send a message to Donald Trump

The Independent UK

German soccer chiefs reveal stance on potential World Cup boycott to send message to Trump

The German soccer federation has ruled out a boycott of the World Cup which will take place in the USA, Mexico and Canada this summer

Sports Illustrated

Mauricio Pochettino Sets Deadline for World Cup Roster—What It Means for Fringe Players

The Stars and Stripes only have four more games to prepare for this summer’s tournament.

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