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An Argentine TV presenter resigned after falsely reporting that Lionel Messi's father had died during Argentina's World Cup opener. The misinformation spread rapidly before being corrected, sparking widespread criticism and a public apology.
Alex Freeman, son of Super Bowl champion Antonio Freeman, scored his first World Cup goal to help the USA defeat Australia 2-0 and advance to the knockout stage. The 21-year-old defender credits his family and coach Mauricio Pochettino for his rapid rise.
The United States defeated Australia 2-0 in a dominant performance in Seattle, securing qualification for the World Cup round of 32.
The USMNT secured a 2-0 victory over Australia, marking their second win in two games and qualifying for the World Cup Round of 32.
England winger Bukayo Saka is unlikely to start Tuesday's World Cup match against Ghana due to an Achilles issue, head coach Thomas Tuchel indicated. Saka came off the bench in the 4-2 win over Croatia and provided an assist, but Tuchel plans to manage his minutes until the final group game.
FIFA will use head-to-head records instead of goal difference as the primary tiebreaker for tied teams at the 2026 World Cup. The change, already used at the Club World Cup, could allow teams to secure group wins before matchday three.
Gary Lineker is set to make a surprise appearance on ITV's World Cup coverage for the Germany vs Ivory Coast match. The former Match of the Day host will join the rival broadcaster as a pundit.
England assistant coach Anthony Barry will continue conducting televised half-time interviews during the World Cup after giving a blunt assessment of the team's first-half display against Croatia. The England camp supports his honesty, viewing it as a better use of time than having manager Thomas Tuchel or players handle media duties.
BBC Sport Africa has selected 10 of the continent's most memorable World Cup kits, from Zaire's bold 1974 shirt to Nigeria's iconic 1994 away jersey. Readers are invited to vote for their all-time favourite.
Thomas Tuchel's criticism of World Cup photographers' positioning during England's opening match has led Fifa to implement changes. The manager said the camera placement 'ruined his experience' of the game.
Ayyoub Bouaddi, an 18-year-old midfielder, made a stunning World Cup debut for Morocco against Brazil, drawing praise from teammate Olivier Giroud. Despite interest from France, Bouaddi chose to represent Morocco, fulfilling a childhood dream.
Nike and Adidas are competing for World Cup attention with high-budget ad campaigns featuring top athletes. Nike's ad has 76 million YouTube views versus Adidas' 7 million, but Adidas has a stronger physical presence in New York City.
The World Cup of the diaspora is leveling the field, embodying the American dream in many ways, according to a report.
Scotland and Morocco will meet again in Group C of the 2026 World Cup, revisiting their 1998 encounter. Fans recall the historic match from 28 years ago as the teams prepare for a new chapter.
A group of Scotland football fans flew a small plane from Prestwick Airport to Boston, Massachusetts, to attend the 2026 World Cup in the United States. The flight, which took over two hours, was organized by the fans themselves.
Ahead of Scotland's World Cup match against Morocco, test your knowledge of Scottish players with at least five World Cup appearances. Can you name them all?
England's 4-2 win over Croatia in their World Cup opener raised questions for head coach Thomas Tuchel, particularly over his defensive selection of Ezri Konsa over Marc Guehi and the attacking role of Marcus Rashford. Tuchel must decide whether to stick or twist ahead of the match against Ghana.
Folarin Balogun, the US World Cup star born in Brooklyn due to a travel quirk, would be ineligible for citizenship under President Trump's executive order targeting birthright citizenship. The Supreme Court is set to rule on the order as Balogun prepares for the US's second group game.
Mauricio Pochettino calls on fans to believe in his US squad ahead of their World Cup match against Australia. The coach emphasizes mindset and the growth of football in America, while players highlight the tournament's significance.
Mandatory hydration breaks at the World Cup have generated over $250m in ad revenue in the US alone, but fans and players criticize the disruption. Broadcasters worldwide use the three-minute pauses for commercials, while UK viewers are spared due to regulations.
