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Audio By VocalizeHarry Kane scored twice in the first half as England eventually saw off Croatia 4-2 to launch their World Cup title assault in Texas on Wednesday. …
Kane scores twice as England beat Croatia to launch World Cup chargeCitizen Digital
… On Wednesday, more scoring machines take to the pitch, with England's Harry Kane and Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo fronting their nations' efforts to start the tournament with a win.
Goal machines Messi, Haaland and Mbappe give their teams perfect startsThe Standard
… We mourn when England exits. The obsession is not the problem. …
We need to stop cheering others and plan for 2030 tourneyCitizen Digital
… Tunisia did not concede a single goal in qualifying, becoming the first side to achieve that feat, subsequently matched by Ivory Coast and England. …
Sweden demolish Tunisia 5-1 to seize control of World Cup groupThe Standard
… rd and cut inside before unleashing a shot, which goalkeeper Mouhib Chamakh failed to keep out, even though he got a hand to the ball.Tunisia did not concede a single goal in qualifying, becoming the first side to achieve that feat, subsequently matched by Ivory Coast and England …
Sweden demolish Tunisia 5-1 to seize control of World Cup groupThe Standard
… We mourn when England exits on penalties as if Nyayo Stadium is Wembley. The obsession is not the problem. …
World Cup: We need to stop cheering for others and work towards Kenya's moment in 2030Citizen Digital
… Arvin Baines, a 26-year-old England fan from London who spoke to AFP in Washington, agreed that ticket prices were a major barrier. …
World Cup struggles to ignite US excitementCitizen Digital
Whole England squad must feel 'loved' at World Cup: Bellingham By AFP June 13, 2026 06:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter England midfielder Jude Bellingham celebrates after scoring his team second goal (wh …
Whole England squad must feel 'loved' at World Cup: BellinghamCitizen Digital
… (Photo by Franck FIFE / AFP) Audio By Vocalize Pele's 1958 World Cup winners' medal is expected to fetch £500,000 ($670,000) when it is auctioned in England later this month. …
Pele's 1958 World Cup winners' medal set to fetch Ksh86.7 bilionThe Standard
… But in a year’s time, depending on which players shine, expectant parents may be leaning towards Lamine (Yamal, Spain), Ousmane (Dembele, France), Harry (Kane, England) or Vitinha (Portugal). …
Kylian and Neymar top South America football naming boomActor Inspekta Mwala, born Davis Mwabili in Taita Taveta county, has discussed growing up with dwarfism, facing stigmatization, and discovering his acting talents through joking with friends beginning in 1994. He recently won medals in England in competitions for people with dwarfism and describes himself as an embodiment of resilience and determination.
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Actor Inspekta Mwala, born Davis Mwabili in Taita Taveta county, has discussed growing up with dwarfism, facing stigmatization, and discovering his acting talents through joking with friends beginning in 1994. He recently won medals in England in competitions for people with dwarfism and describes himself as an embodiment of resilience and determination.
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On the 40th anniversary of Diego Maradona's 1986 "Hand of God" goal, Lionel Messi scored a double against Austria at the 2026 World Cup, becoming the all-time World Cup goal scorer with 18 goals. Argentine fans in Buenos Aires celebrated both players' iconic tournament moments.
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England will aim to book their place in the knockout rounds on Tuesday against Ghana in Group L, seeking to build on a 4-2 win over Croatia. Portugal attempt to kickstart their campaign after a lacklustre opening draw.
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France, Spain, Germany, and Britain are experiencing a severe heatwave threatening to break June temperature records, less than a month after a May heatwave. Scientists attribute recurring heatwaves to global warming from fossil fuels and warn they will become more frequent, longer, and more intense.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece traces African nations' World Cup evolution from underdogs dismissed before matches even began to teams delivering memorable upsets and historic runs. The author highlights Cameroon's 1990 breakthrough as a quarterfinal appearance that proved African teams could compete with and beat top-ranked sides.
20 June 2026 · The Standard →
England launched their World Cup campaign with a 4–2 victory over Croatia, with Harry Kane scoring twice including a penalty and equalling Gary Lineker's England World Cup goal record. Portugal drew with the Democratic Republic of Congo.
19 June 2026 · The Standard →
Mexico and South Korea will meet in Guadalajara on Thursday in Group A of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with a win guaranteeing either team a place in the knockout rounds. Both teams enter fresh from opening victories—Mexico over South Africa and South Korea over the Czech Republic—and the expanded 48-team format means that even finishing third could advance.
18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mexico and South Korea face each other in Guadalajara on Thursday in a Group A fixture where a win will guarantee a last 32 berth. Both teams arrive fresh from opening victories over South Africa and Czech Republic respectively, with the expanded 48-team format and advancement of the eight best-ranked third-place teams meaning either side can secure progression with victory.
18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Jude Bellingham scored twice in England's 4-2 World Cup victory over Croatia on Wednesday, with the Real Madrid midfielder hoping his performance will address criticism surrounding him. Bellingham, starting in England's number 10 role, scored two minutes into the second half when the match was tied 2-2 at halftime.
18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England defeated Croatia 4-2 in a World Cup Group L match, with Harry Kane scoring twice, Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford adding goals. Ghana edged Panama, and Portugal drew with the Democratic Republic of Congo.
18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Harry Kane scored twice in the first half as England defeated Croatia 4-2 in their World Cup title assault in Texas on Wednesday, with Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford adding goals after the break.
18 June 2026 · The Standard →
Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick for Argentina against Algeria, Erling Haaland scored twice for Norway against Iraq, and Kylian Mbappe scored twice for France against Senegal in Tuesday's World Cup Group J matches, giving their teams winning starts despite recent dips in form.
17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that while Kenyans passionately follow foreign football teams, Kenya has failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup and must develop a systematic approach—not just individual players—to compete in the 2030 tournament, which will be jointly hosted by Morocco, Portugal, and Spain.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
Sweden crushed Tunisia 5-1 on Sunday to seize control of World Cup Group F, with Brighton midfielder Yasin Ayari opening the scoring in the seventh minute and Liverpool forward Alexander Isak doubling the lead at half an hour.
15 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sweden defeated Tunisia 5-1 on Sunday to seize control of World Cup Group F. Yasin Ayari scored twice, while Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres also found the net as Tunisia's defensive record crumbled.
15 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenyans' passion for foreign national teams overshadows support for the Harambee Stars, and calls for the country to pursue qualification for the 2030 World Cup, which will be hosted partly in Africa for the first time in history.
15 June 2026 · The Standard →
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is drawing minimal excitement in the United States, with fans citing high ticket prices (exceeding $1,000 for the opening match), visa denials, and locals' preference for basketball as reasons for poor turnout. The US co-host nation's opening match against Paraguay drew sparse attendance, and President Trump declined to attend.
13 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Jude Bellingham says every member of England's World Cup squad must feel "loved," admitting things were not right off the pitch at Euro 2024. New manager Thomas Tuchel is seeking to create a "brotherhood" in the squad as he attempts to win England's first World Cup since 1966.
13 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Pele's 1958 World Cup winners' medal is expected to fetch £500,000 when auctioned in England later this month, as part of a catalogue of 450 World Cup-related items being sold by sporting memorabilia specialists BUDDS.
12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Across South America, expectant parents are naming children after popular footballers following the World Cup kickoff. In Ecuador, Neymar tops the naming trend with 3,847 namesakes, followed by Kylian Mbappe with over 2,800; Colombia's ranking reverses the order, with 836 Kylians ahead of 269 Neymars.
12 June 2026 · The Standard →
The World Cup, hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, launched Thursday with Mexico taking on South Africa, featuring 48 teams and projected to generate $13 billion in total revenue. The tournament has faced criticism over high ticket prices and visa issues affecting a top referee, Iranian team officials, and fans seeking entry to the United States.
11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The 48-team World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, begins Thursday with Mexico facing South Africa; FIFA projects record $13 billion in revenue but faces criticism over ticket prices topping $30,000 and visa denials affecting referees, officials, and fans trying to enter the US.
11 June 2026 · The Standard →
Paul Gascoigne said on Wednesday he hopes England can reproduce the same team spirit as the squad at the 1990 World Cup during their quest for glory at this year's tournament. The former midfielder emphasised that all players need to be fully committed and that team unity is crucial.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Chinese manufacturers are producing World Cup merchandise, including Messi plushies, betting on consumer spending on fan goods despite China failing to qualify for the tournament that begins in North America.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is set to hold a rare press conference in Mexico City on the eve of the 2026 World Cup, facing tough questions about sky-high ticket prices and a US immigration crackdown that has barred a top African referee, fans, and team officials from entering the country.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA President Gianni Infantino will hold a rare press conference in Mexico City ahead of the 2026 World Cup, where he is expected to face questions about ticket prices and US immigration restrictions that have barred a top African referee, fans and team officials from entering the country.
10 June 2026 · The Standard →
England head coach Thomas Tuchel said the team will not use scorching heat and vast travel distances between venues as excuses, ahead of a pre-tournament friendly against New Zealand in Tampa Bay, Florida.
6 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The 23-year-old Chelsea right back was selected for France's World Cup squad and will compete with Jules Kounde for the starting position. Gusto joined Chelsea from Lyon for a reported 30 million euros in 2023 and has earned nine caps since his international debut in 2023.
3 June 2026 · The Standard →
Former England midfielder James Milner has announced his retirement from football at age 40 after 24 seasons in the Premier League. Milner won three Premier League titles (two with Manchester City and one with Liverpool) and the Champions League with Liverpool in 2019, and holds the record for most Premier League appearances with 658.
1 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Arsenal lost the UEFA Champions League final to Paris Saint-Germain 4-3 on penalties in Budapest, with Kai Havertz scoring early for the Gunners and Ousmane Dembele equalizing from a second-half penalty. Declan Rice said the defeat is "just the start" and believes Arsenal will eventually conquer Europe.
31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →