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FIFA World Cup 2026 cash surge: Prize money soars nearly 50% from 2022

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set for a major expansion. Forty-eight teams will compete for a record prize pool of $655 million. The winning team will receive $50 million. This increase reflects FIFA's strong financial standing. More funds are also allocated for team preparation and qualification.

The Economic Times

Supercomputer Predicts USMNT’s World Cup Chances After Germany Friendly

Mauricio Pochettino’s side fell to a spirited defeat in Chicago.

Sports Illustrated

Thomas Tuchel says Jude Bellingham has found his ‘sweet spot’ heading into World Cup

Tuchel handed Bellingham the captain’s armband for the second half of Saturday’s scrappy 1-0 warm-up friendly against New Zealand

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Iran’s World Cup plans in chaos after ‘discriminatory’ visa denials

Iran have had visas for “integral” members of their coaching staff denied and the country’s ambassador to Mexico has now claimed the team will only be allowed into the US on matchdays

The Independent UK

Canada Loses Star Player to Injury on Eve of 2026 World Cup

After another huge injury blow, all eyes are on Alphonso Davies’s battle to return in time.

Sports Illustrated

Arsenal stars join England squad in Florida ahead of World Cup

Thomas Tuchel now has since full squad available ahead of second warm-up friendly

Evening Standard

Ticket pain and Trump anger, but still room for ‘magic’: how readers feel about the World Cup

With the World Cup nearly upon us, Guardian readers share their mixed emotions – enthusiasm, hope, unease, anger, optimism – around this summer’s tournament

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US show the fight Pochettino wanted – just in time for the World Cup

The defeat hurt, but the Americans’ response to an early German goal provided perhaps the clearest evidence yet that their manager’s message is taking root

The Guardian - US

‘Fun police’ must not block World Cup pub screenings, minister warns

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The Independent UK

Antonee Robinson screamer not enough to spare USA defeat against Germany ahead of World Cup

United States 1-2 Germany: Leroy Sane’s second-half strike proved decisive as Germany extended their win-streak to nine

The Independent UK

Jordan Pickford hails England’s fearless teenage debutant Rio Ngumoha

Saturday’s unremarkable 1-0 friendly win against New Zealand in Tampa was a moment to cherish for the 17-year-old Liverpool talent

The Independent UK

Thomas Tuchel frustrated by England’s ‘freestyle’ performance

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The Independent UK

From luring stars to hosting the World Cup, Saudi Arabia has spent billions to disrupt soccer

Saudi Arabia is making waves in global football. Following a stunning World Cup upset, the nation attracted top stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema. They secured the 2034 World Cup hosting rights. This move aims to boost revenue and improve their image. The focus is now on developing local…

The Economic Times

Players to watch: France's Kylian Mbappé

Kylian Mbappé will feature for France at his third World Cup this summer, at the age of 27. In the final instalment of a five-part series on players to watch at the 2026 tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada, RFI looks at the World Cup career of a…

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The Independent UK

Scotland conclude World Cup preparations with dominant win over Bolivia

Bolivia 0-4 Scotland: Che Adams scored twice, with Lawrence Shankland and Scott McTominay adding further goals in New Jersey

The National (Scotland)

Brazil suffer major injury blow ahead of World Cup but Ancelotti knows starting XI

Carlo Ancelotti has revealed he's decided on Brazil's starting line-up for next week's World Cup opener against Morocco after they…

The Independent UK

Why Thomas Tuchel was left unhappy with England’s World Cup warm-up win over New Zealand

England’s preparations stepped up with a scrappy 1-0 win in sweltering conditions in Tampa

The National (Scotland)

Scotland pull out of behind-closed-doors Norway friendly due to injuries

Norwegian FA chiefs have revealed that Scotland have decided to pull out of a behind-closed-doors training match against them on Monday due to…

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Countries in World Cup for first time show Thailand how to get there

Thailand can learn from watching first-timer teams in the Fifa World Cup 2026 tournament when it starts later this week, former Thai national player and prominent coach Sasom Pobprasert says.

The Independent UK

Harry Kane gives verdict on searing US heat ahead of England’s World Cup campaign

Thomas Tuchel’s men are looking to add a second star to their shirts this summer but will have to conquer in sweltering conditions

The Independent UK

The Curacao blueprint and how Guyana are targeting a similar World Cup miracle

SPECIAL REPORT: After Curacao did what most assumed was impossible, Will Castle delves deep into one of football’s unknown nations, Guyana, to uncover what it takes to chase such an unlikely dream of World Cup qualification

The Independent UK

Soccer great Pelé's legacy shines on in his one-time home ahead of the World Cup

As the FIFA World Cup approaches, the image of one of Brazil’s greatest footballers lives on in Santos, the one-time home of Edson Arantes do Nascimento, far better known as Pelé

The Guardian - UK

North America’s wide and wild World Cup will be an experience like no other

Teams must be prepared for challenging travel and a cauldron of heat but will also encounter fantastic fans and a beautiful football culture

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Trump claims Iran is ‘virtually decapitated’ as war enters 100th day

Iran and the US have continued to trade strikes as the conflict enters its 100th day

France 24

Middle East live: US downs two Iranian drones targeting Hormuz shipping traffic

The US military said late Saturday it downed two Iranian attack drones threatening Strait of Hormuz shipping traffic in the latest clash between the warring forces in the Middle East. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

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