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The 10 Best World Cups of All Time—Ranked

Sporting spectacles don’t come any better than the World Cup—especially these iconic editions that rose above the rest.

Sports Illustrated

BBC presenter Natalie Pirks quits after 13 years following daughter's emotional message

The correspondent, who has provided coverage for four World Cups and four Olympic Games, is stepping away from the channel

Evening Standard

‘Everybody wanted to be in the post-match drug test, because you could drink as much alcohol as you wanted until you needed a wee!’ Gordon Strachan on his Scotland World Cup adventures

The former Leeds United midfielder went to the 1982 and 1986 World Cups with the Tartan Army

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Rugby Australia ‘resets finances, restores pride’ after posting $100m turnaround

The British and Irish Lions tour has provided a financial launchpad ahead of the men’s and women’s World Cups, driving a record $70.6m surplus in 2025

The Guardian - AU

Was USA ‘94 one of the greatest World Cups ever staged?

In the fourth episode of our new World Cup podcast, Copa Independent, Lawrence Ostlere, Miguel Delaney and Richard Jolly discuss the highs and lows of USA 94 and the tournament’s lasting legacy

The Independent UK

The 20 Best Australian Soccer Players of All Time—Ranked

Australia has produced a wealth of talented players over the years, including several who became Premier League legends.

Sports Illustrated

Gennaro Gattuso resigns as Italy head coach after failing to qualify for World Cup

Four-time champions Italy are the first former winners to miss out on three consecutive World Cups

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Socceroos embrace Cup auditions with end goal in sight

Milos Degenek has been to two World Cups, and he and his teammates can show they should be in Tony Popovic's squad.

AAP

Man Utd Star Backed for World Cup Return by Michael Carrick

Harry Maguire represented England in both the 2018 and 2022 World Cups.

Sports Illustrated

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo’s Chase for World Cup Record Rivaled by Mexico Legend

The 2026 World Cup could potentially see three players reach an unprecedented feat.

Sports Illustrated

MLR leaders hail players union deal as US league heads for six-team season

Long-sought collective bargaining agreement sealed after multiple franchise exits and with World Cups looming

The Guardian - US

Clint Dempsey Lays Down Intense Challenge for USMNT at 2026 World Cup

The former USMNT star scored 57 goals in 141 caps for the Stars and Stripes, playing in three World Cups along the way.

Sports Illustrated

Pan-American victory 'made the decision easier' for Andrew Strohmeyer to miss US Cyclocross Nationals and focus on World Cups

Three-time US 'cross titlist targets full season in Europe to land paid contract with a new team and 'spark more interest in cyclocross in the US'

Cycling News

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Record at World Cups: Appearances, Goals, Results

The all-time great may well be preparing for one last dance in North America next summer.

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Suspended Cristiano Ronaldo Reacts to Portugal’s 2026 World Cup Qualification

The forward is now set to join Lionel Messi as the only two players to ever feature in six World Cups.

Sports Illustrated

Cristiano Ronaldo Rules on Lionel Messi’s World Cup Triumph to Settle GOAT Debate

The Portugal captain reminded the public that Argentina had won two World Cups before Messi.

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200 niche, surprising and mind-blowing football facts to help you ace pub quizzes

Here's way more trivia tidbits and football facts than you'll ever need - thank us when they come up in pub quiz questions one day

The Guardian - UK

Gianni Infantino keeping ‘open mind’ about moving World Cups from summer

President Gianni Infantino says Fifa wants to optimise the football calendar, including switching the World Cup away from its traditional slot

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'A pure challenge of athlete versus course' - Former mountain bike world champion Kate Courtney debuts at Leadville 100 after forced rest from wrist surgery

California native forgoes immediate return to MTB World Cups to challenge herself 'like a sprinter taking on a marathon'

The Independent UK

Emily Scarratt to become first England player to take part in five World Cups

Scarratt first appeared at the 2010 edition before being part of the side that was victorious in 2014 when England defeated Canada in the final.

The Guardian - US

Ilona Maher and US rugby seek breakthrough with sell-out DC doubleheader

Social media star will face Fiji on Saturday before the Eagles men play England. As US World Cups loom, it’s a big moment for the global game

FourFourTwo

‘My dad used to say I’d play for Bolton one day, but soon I was playing at World Cups and in Champions League finals. I’d love to have done it, though’ Owen Hargreaves reveals his Bolton Wanderers regret

Owen Hargreaves achieved many things in his career, but turning out for his dad’s team was not one of them

The Guardian - UK

Brazil return to their roots with appointment of Carlo Ancelotti

Five-time World Cup winners have their first foreign coach but it reconnects them to a tradition that made them great

The Guardian - UK

Rugby World Cups aren’t adding up for major unions and there is no easy fix

South Africa no longer see hosting as viable and World Rugby is under pressure to deliver for its members

The Guardian - US

Women’s Elite Rugby: new league aims to boost US game and – finally – pay its players

Kittery Wagner Ruiz saw two World Cups as a US Eagle and now coaches the Boston Banshees, one of six semi-pro sides

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