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  1. May 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    the World Cup set for betting frenzy By AFP May 29, 2026 08:32 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A man poses for a photo in front of a giant replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy at the Cinta Costera in Panama

    'Biggest circus in town' the World Cup set for betting frenzy
  3. Citizen Digital

    The 34-year-old Santos star will miss Brazil's two pre-World Cup friendlies against Panama and Egypt, but may also be out of their tournament opener against Morocco on June 13.

    Neymar a doubt for Brazil's World Cup opener due to injury
  4. Citizen Digital

    m TV secures broadcast rights By Brian Ouma May 28, 2026 10:32 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A man poses for a photo in front of a giant replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy at the Cinta Costera in Panama

    Kenyans set for World Cup frenzy as Azam TV secures broadcast rights
  5. Citizen Digital

    "He is a natural finisher, he can help us with set pieces, he is very strong in the air, very good in using his body." England kick off their World Cup campaign against Croatia in Dallas on June 17 with group games to follow against Ghana and Panama.

    Tuchel has 'no fear' after omitting star names from England's World Cup squad
  6. Citizen Digital

    erated team songs ahead of World Cup By AFP May 22, 2026 10:02 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A man poses for a photo in front of a giant replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy at the Cinta Costera in Panama

    Fans create AI-generated team songs ahead of World Cup
  7. Citizen Digital

    ualifying process for 2030 World Cup By AFP May 21, 2026 10:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A man poses for a photo in front of a giant replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy at the Cinta Costera in Panama

    UEFA introduces two-tier qualifying process for 2030 World Cup
  8. Citizen Digital

    of dangerous heat at 2026 World Cup By AFP May 14, 2026 12:23 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A man poses for a photo in front of a giant replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy at the Cinta Costera in Panama

    Study warns of dangerous heat at 2026 World Cup
  9. Citizen Digital

    elaxes visa bonds for World Cup fans By AFP May 14, 2026 09:10 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A man poses for a photo in front of a giant replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy at the Cinta Costera in Panama

    US relaxes visa bonds for World Cup fans
  10. Citizen Digital

    elaxes visa bonds for World Cup fans By AFP May 14, 2026 09:10 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A man poses for a photo in front of a giant replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy at the Cinta Costera in Panama

    US relaxes visa bonds for World Cup fans
  11. Citizen Digital

    US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran had "taken some shots" at the Panama-flagged vessel and urged South Korea to join American operations aimed at restoring normal shipping through the strait.

    S. Korea says 'unidentified aircraft' hit cargo ship in Hormuz on Monday

Sunday 5 July

  1. England seek redemption against Mexico at Azteca Stadium

    England manager Thomas Tuchel said the team can overcome historical World Cup pain at Estadio Azteca by eliminating Mexico in a 2026 World Cup round-of-16 match on Sunday, 40 years after Diego Maradona's "hand of God" goal eliminated England in that same stadium.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 1 July

  1. Kane's late goals send England past DR Congo into World Cup last 16

    Harry Kane scored two late goals to rescue England from a 2-1 defeat against the Democratic Republic of Congo in a Round of 32 match in Atlanta, securing their place in the World Cup last 16. England will face co-hosts Mexico in the next round on Sunday.

    1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Ronaldo and Modric face off at 40-plus in World Cup last-32

    Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric, both over 40, will meet for the first time as outfield players aged over 40 at a World Cup when Portugal face Croatia in the last-32 clash on Friday. Both players face questions about whether their veteran status benefits or burdens their teams' tournament hopes.

    1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Ronaldo and Modric face off at 40-plus in World Cup

    Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric will make history as the first two outfield players aged over 40 to face each other at a World Cup when Portugal take on Croatia in the last-32. Both players, once Real Madrid teammates, have shown their age despite their status as national heroes, though Ronaldo scored twice against Uzbekistan to become the first player to score at six World Cups.

    1 July 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 28 June

  1. Bellingham: England won group, but must improve ahead of knockouts

    England midfielder Jude Bellingham said the team achieved their objective of winning their World Cup group after a 2-0 victory over Panama, but warned there was still significant room for improvement ahead of the knockout stage.

    28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Tuchel praises Bellingham after England beats Panama 2-0

    England coach Thomas Tuchel commended Jude Bellingham after the Real Madrid star scored and provided an assist in a 2-0 World Cup victory over Panama, describing him as being "in a sweet spot" following a recent injury.

    28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Croatia defeats Ghana 2-1 to advance to World Cup Last 32

    Croatia beat Ghana 2-1 to claim second spot in Group L and secure passage to the World Cup last 32, with Petar Sucic and Nikola Vlasic scoring after Ghana equalized through Derrick Luckassen.

    28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Croatia beat Ghana 2-1 to advance to World Cup last 32

    Croatia defeated Ghana 2-1 on Saturday to secure second place in Group L and progress to the World Cup knockout stages. Goals from Petar Sucic and Nikola Vlasic, sandwiching a Ghana equalizer, secured the 2018 runners-up a last-32 clash against the Group K runner-up in Toronto on Thursday.

    28 June 2026 · The Standard

  5. Canada and South Africa meet in historic World Cup knockout

    Co-hosts Canada and South Africa will play each other in the opening game of the World Cup knockout round at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Sunday, marking the first time either nation has reached this stage of the tournament. South Africa advanced after a 1-0 win against South Korea following an opening loss to Mexico, while Canada progressed despite a 2-1 defeat to Switzerland in their final group game.

    28 June 2026 · The Standard

  6. Court of Appeal clarifies tax deductibility of foreign exchange losses

    A June 2026 Court of Appeal judgment in Commissioner of Domestic Taxes vs Del Monte Kenya Limited has clarified how foreign exchange losses should be treated under Kenyan tax law, particularly for businesses using foreign currency loans for operational purposes.

    28 June 2026 · The Standard

  7. England beats Panama 2-0 to win World Cup Group L

    Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane scored in the second half as England defeated Panama 2-0 at MetLife Stadium, securing top place in Group L and advancing to the last 32. Kane's goal was his third of the tournament, moving him to 11 World Cup goals for England.

    28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 27 June

  1. England and Portugal chase top spots in World Cup group finales

    England, level on four points with Ghana after two games, face Panama at MetLife Stadium seeking a victory to claim top spot in Group L. Portugal enter their Group K clash with leaders Colombia knowing only a win will enable them to leapfrog the South Americans into first place.

    27 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. England and Portugal pursue group stage victories in World Cup

    England, level on four points with Ghana, face Panama aiming for top spot in Group L, while Portugal take on Colombia knowing only a win will let them leapfrog into first place in Group K. Both nations have shown inconsistency, mixing laboured performances with moments of quality.

    27 June 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 24 June

  1. England held scoreless by Ghana in World Cup Group L match

    England drew 0-0 with Ghana at the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday, with Jude Bellingham attributing the result to "second game fever"—a pattern where England wins their opening match before drawing their second game in major tournaments.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. England draws 0-0 with Ghana in World Cup Group L match

    England was held to a goalless draw by Ghana in their second World Cup group match on Tuesday in Foxborough, with Jude Bellingham attributing the result to "second game fever" — a recurring pattern where England wins their opening match before drawing the second in major tournaments.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. England draw 0-0 with Ghana in World Cup group match

    England were held to a 0-0 draw by Ghana in a World Cup match, leaving them with work to do as they bid to progress as Group L winners. Despite dominating possession with 19 shots to Ghana's two, England failed to score, with late attempts from Nico O'Reilly and Harry Kane hitting the woodwork.

    24 June 2026 · The Standard

  4. 48-team World Cup format opens door to collusive group-stage draws

    The expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams and the return of third-place sides to the knockout stage has created situations where teams could benefit from drawing their final group matches, echoing concerns from the 1982 "disgrace of Gijon" when West Germany and Austria colluded against Algeria.

    24 June 2026 · The Standard

  5. Panama eliminated from World Cup after Croatia win

    Panama were knocked out of World Cup contention after Croatia defeated them 1-0, with Ante Budimir scoring in the 54th minute. Panama's coach Thomas Christiansen said his team was unable to convert chances, though he expressed pride in their performance against the higher-ranked side.

    24 June 2026 · The Standard

  6. Brazil face Scotland as World Cup reaches group-stage finale

    Brazil will seek to qualify for the last 32 of the World Cup against Scotland as the tournament shifts to six games a day. Carlo Ancelotti's side expect to progress, though Scotland aims to qualify for the knockout rounds for the first time in their history.

    24 June 2026 · The Standard

  7. England draw with Ghana but Tuchel says progress remains on track

    England drew 0-0 with Ghana at the World Cup on Tuesday despite dominating possession with 79 per cent, according to coach Thomas Tuchel, who said his team lacked a cutting edge but remained on course in their quest to win the tournament.

    24 June 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 23 June

  1. England face Ghana seeking last-32 spot in World Cup

    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.

    23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. England seek knockout qualification; Portugal chase winning start

    England face Ghana in Group L on Tuesday aiming to secure a place in the World Cup last 32, a day after Argentina and France advanced. Portugal look to kickstart their campaign after an opening draw, while England seek to build on their 4-2 win over Croatia.

    23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 21 June

  1. 15 countries sign Mombasa pledge to fight illegal fishing

    Illegal fishing costs the world economy up to $50 billion yearly. Fifteen countries signed the Mombasa Declaration in Mombasa last week, calling for greater transparency in vessel ownership, fishing authorizations, and catch activity to close enforcement gaps that allow illegal operators to work in international waters.

    21 June 2026 · The Standard

Friday 19 June

  1. Gaza residents gather to watch World Cup amid power outages

    In central Gaza, where power outages are frequent and neighborhoods remain devastated from a two-year war, residents gathered in darkness to watch World Cup matches on a brightly lit screen, with Belgian and Egyptian fans united in their passion for the tournament. A Palestinian Football Association member described the World Cup as not trivial for Gazans.

    19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kane scores twice as England beats Croatia 4–2 in World Cup

    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

Thursday 18 June

  1. England beats Croatia 4-2; Ghana, Portugal draw in World Cup

    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

  2. Kane scores twice as England beats Croatia in World Cup

    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

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Fifteen countries adopt Mombasa Declaration on fisheries transparency

    Fifteen countries from Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe and the Pacific have adopted the Mombasa Declaration at the 11th Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, committing to improve transparency in global fisheries and strengthen efforts to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing. The declaration calls on coastal and flag states to improve vessel information collection and sharing, and supports the Global Charter for Fisheries Transparency.

    17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Ghana's Partey denied Canada entry for World Cup match

    Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey, facing rape trial charges in Britain, lost a court challenge seeking to enter Canada for Ghana's World Cup opener against Panama in Toronto. Ottawa denied him a visa over the British charges.

    17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Fifteen countries sign Mombasa Declaration on illegal fishing data

    At the Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, fifteen countries signed the "Mombasa Declaration" committing to improved collection and sharing of information on fishing vessels' movement, activity, and ownership to combat illegal and destructive fishing. Local Kenyan fishermen report that large foreign-crewed trawlers are destroying fish stocks and damaging the marine environment.

    17 June 2026 · The Standard

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