For the first time, the top four teams in FIFA's world rankings have all reached the World Cup semi-finals. Spain, Argentina, France, and England each won their groups and were placed in separate quadrants of the draw, a change FIFA made for the 2026 expanded tournament to ensure competitive balance.
Jurgen Klopp has reached an agreement in principle to become Germany's new head coach after Julian Nagelsmann resigned following a World Cup exit. The former Liverpool boss met DFB officials in New York, with talks continuing next week pending an agreement with Red Bull.
South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams has died at age 25, weeks after playing at the 2026 World Cup. Police are investigating after his body was found in Cape Town. Tributes have poured in from officials and FIFA.
Formula One driver Arvid Lindblad has backed England to beat Norway and named the F1 drivers he would pick for his football team.
A mural depicting England footballers Jude Bellingham and Morgan Rogers eating orange chips has appeared on a chip shop in Birmingham. Created by artist Dion Kitson, the artwork celebrates the Black Country-born players ahead of England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway.
England captain Harry Kane said playing golf with US President Donald Trump was a 'surreal' experience. The striker met Trump in Florida 18 months ago and praised the president's golf game.
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente says France are as worried as Spain ahead of their match, recalling two consecutive wins over Les Bleus.
Argentina's football association is investigating a possible cyber attack after emails from its official accounts criticized refereeing in the national team's 3-2 win against Egypt at the World Cup. The AFA said the emails were not authorized and may have been sent by hackers of Egyptian origin.
Frank Blunstone, 91, England's oldest former international footballer, has praised the Three Lions for their performance at the 2026 World Cup. The ex-Chelsea winger, who made five appearances for England in the 1950s, shared his thoughts on modern tactics and the team's chances against Norway.
Michael Edwards has resigned as Fenway Sports Group's CEO of football with one year left on his contract. FSG president Mike Gordon is expected to resume control of football operations, and the owners are unlikely to hire a replacement.
