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German soccer chiefs reveal stance on potential World Cup boycott to send message to Trump

The German soccer federation has ruled out a boycott of the World Cup which will take place in the USA, Mexico and Canada this summer

The Independent UK

Mauricio Pochettino Sets Deadline for World Cup Roster—What It Means for Fringe Players

The Stars and Stripes only have four more games to prepare for this summer’s tournament.

Sports Illustrated

John Bishop calls for fans to boycott 2026 World Cup because of Donald Trump

John Bishop has urged football fans to boycott the World Cup, branding the tournament “a joke.”

The Independent UK

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Zampa warns of World Cup trial by spin in Sri Lanka

White-ball spin king Adam Zampa says Australia's much-changed team's tough night in the T20I loss to Pakistan highlights the challenge waiting at the World Cup.

AAP

BBC will not fund pundits working for rival podcasts during World Cup

The BBC made clear it will not use licence fee payers’ money to help pundits such as Micah Richards work for rival podcasts during this summer’s World Cup

The Guardian - UK

FourFourTwo’s guide to Los Angeles: everything you need to know about the World Cup host city

With LA hosting eight matches at the World Cup in 2026, FourFourTwo gives you the low down of what to do in the City of Angels on and off the pitch.

FourFourTwo

'No stress': Aussie skipper on disjointed T20 lead-in

Australia's T20 captain Mitch Marsh says a disjointed preparation won't be an issue against Pakistan in a three-match series ahead of the World Cup.

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Leon Goretzka says Donald Trump ‘makes us feel not only German but European’

Leon Goretzka feels Europe will show where the power lies on the pitch at the World Cup in the US, Mexico and Canada

The Guardian - UK

Staggering total cost for a family to see England win 2026 World Cup in North America revealed

One England fan has worked out how much it will cost to watch the Three Lions go all the way at the 2026 World Cup...and the sums are eye-watering

FourFourTwo

England lock Abbie Ward pregnant with second child

World champion Ward won the World Cup with the Red Roses in September

The Independent UK

‘Stay away from USA’: Former FIFA chief Sepp Blatter fuels World Cup 2026 boycott debate

Amidst rising geopolitical tensions and concerns over US policies, a growing chorus is calling for a boycott of the 2026 FIFA World Cup co-hosted by the United States. Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has publicly supported calls for fans to stay away, citing recent incidents and the perceived contradiction with…

The Times of India

Another Injury Blow for El Tri: Mexico Captain at Risk Of Missing World Cup

Injuries are starting to pile up for El Tri at the worst possible time.

Sports Illustrated

Road to World Cup 2026: Mexico’s Four Best Players of the Week—Ranked

El Tri made its 2026 debut with two friendly matches vs. Panama and Bolivia in the past week.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup war games: Counter-drones, cyberattacks and stadium ICE raids top US security concerns as FIFA comes to town

The U.S. is expecting at least 5 million international visitors, not to mention the millions of soccer fans at home, to be on the move during the six-week tournament

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AAP

Will power as Aussie teens sink Sri Lanka in World Cup

Australia's Under 19 quicks have skittled Sri Lanka for just 58 as the defending champs go into the World Cup Super Six stage unbeaten and flying high.

AAP

Ex-Sky Blue steers Pompey out of Championship drop zone

Aussie Adrian Segecic is doing his best to get on the plane to the World Cup, and keep Portsmouth in the Championship, with another goal in the draw at Watford.

The Guardian - US

The World Cup is out of reach for many. The hope lies outside the stadiums

The opportunity for this tournament’s legacy is in the fan fests, camps and tune-ups accessible to more than the lucky few

Evening Standard

World Cup boycott not the answer to Trump’s threats, says SNP Westminster leader

Stephen Flynn said there needs to be serious and committed international dialogue with allies.

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The Independent UK

How Trump’s Greenland obsession could spark a World Cup boycott

IN FOCUS: Gianni Infantino’s cosying up to the US president has left Fifa in an awkward situation, writes Miguel Delaney, with the real prospect of lasting ramifications for the World Cup this summer

Reason

Trump's Immigration Crackdown Threatens What Makes Sports Great

It’s not just the World Cup and the Olympics—baseball, basketball, and other sports are getting hit too.

Sports Illustrated

Jesse Marsch Fires Strong Warning to Canada Squad Hopefuls Ahead of 2026 World Cup

Canada opened 2026 with a win over Guatemala, but face challenging roster decisions for the World Cup.

FourFourTwo

‘He was so strong – I was like “Oh my god!”’ Kleberson recalls his shock at how pumped-up Manchester United’s squad was after joining in 2003

Brazilian World Cup winner Kleberson signed for Manchester United from Athletico Paranaense after winning the World Cup a year earlier

The Guardian - UK

Only a thrilling final can save a predictable Africa Cup of Nations from being forgotten

Despite high-quality matches, Senegal’s meeting with hosts Morocco may pale with the World Cup looming

The Independent UK

How early should you book World Cup travel

FIFA has received over 500 million ticket requests for the World Cup thus far

The Guardian - UK

Geopolitical football: Iran? Trump? How the game can stand strong in a fractured world

The 2026 World Cup is set to be a polarising event but, even if it will not be the first to be politically contentious, it will expose a growing unease

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