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The FIFA World Cup 2026 pitches are the result of years of engineering to find just the right grass

World Cup grounds crews are preparing immaculate grass pitches for the upcoming tournament. They are converting artificial turf fields and managing diverse climates across Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The effort ensures fair play for 48 teams and 104 matches. Advanced technology, including grow lights and hybrid reinforcement, is…

The Economic Times

The World Cup pitches are the result of years of engineering to find just the right grass

The World Cup fields cover so much ground they’ll be hard to ignore

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 news as England, Scotland and USA gear up for friendlies: matchday live – as it happened

News and buildup from a busy day of pre-World Cup friendlies brought to you by our team of writers

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How Haiti became first country to have a player banned from World Cup

Scotland bad boy Willie Johnston's failed drug test is always remembered as the first World Cup scandal after he was sensationally banned and…

The National (Scotland)

Curacao star gets Cristiano Ronaldo treatment from FIFA after Hampden red card

FIFA have shown mercy to Curacao star Jurgen Locadia by allowing him to play their first-ever World Cup game, despite his red card shame against…

The National (Scotland)

FIFA World Cup 2026: Extreme heat and high humidity expected across several venues in North America; poses risk to players and spectators

The 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America is set to face extreme heat. Several host cities, especially in the southern United States, will likely experience high temperatures and humidity. Studies warn of serious risks to players and spectators. Some stadiums have cooling measures, but protection levels vary. This expanded…

The Economic Times

Foxborough police chief's warning to Tartan Army ahead of World Cup opener

Scotland fans have been warned it will take them over an hour to complete security checks to get into the World Cup opener next weekend, as stadium…

The National (Scotland)

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'Mexican't' beat Matildas spirit: fans flood Hunter stadium in green and gold

It was the hottest ticket in town on Saturday to see the Matildas play Mexico and Newcastle showed up in force.

Newcastle Herald

FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran accuses US of discriminatory treatment after visa denial for delegation staff

Iran on Saturday slammed World Cup host the United States over what it called "discriminatory treatment" by not granting visas for some members of the Iranian delegation to attend the tournament. the Iranian embassy in Turkey said in a post on X, referring to an earlier announcement by US envoy…

The Economic Times

John McGinn gets honest about 'sad' Scotland World Cup ticket debacle

John McGinn finds it sad that some of Scotland's most loyal supporters won't be in the stands to watch the national team at the World Cup…

The National (Scotland)

Relentless rise of VAR, new red card offences and more: those new World Cup rules in full

2026 tournament will be the biggest, longest and most expensive – and the most intricately refereed – ever seen

The Guardian - UK

Adventures in AV: a TV is for life, not just the World Cup. Here are three crucial things to remember before you impulse-buy that new TV this weekend

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Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi earns first call-up to India squad ahead of England series

Sooryavanshi has been named in a 15-man squad with captain Suryakumar Yadav dropped despite T20 World Cup triumph earlier this year

The Independent UK

Scotland fans blocked from World Cup after green lit US travel permits rejected

SCOTTISH football fans have been warned that approved travel permits do not guarantee entry to the United States just days before the World Cup…

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FIFA will allow plastic water bottles at World Cup after backlash to ban

FIFA has again amended its water bottle policy for the upcoming World Cup in North America, allowing fans to bring in one sealed, disposable 590ml…

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‘The numbers make the argument for Cristiano Ronaldo. He’s not in the squad because of what he was, but because his present form earns it every time’ Roberto Martinez on the Portuguese icon’s World Cup selection

Cristiano Ronaldo will take part in his sixth World Cup this summer

Sports Illustrated

Argentina vs. Honduras—International Friendly: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Argentina begins preparations ahead of the defense of its World Cup crown.

The Independent UK

Fifa backtracks on plans to bar reusable bottles from World Cup grounds

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Economists pick France to win World Cup

Spain is second choice in global survey and Brazil predicted to be biggest flop

The Independent UK

Fifa abandons plan for World Cup water bottle ban after backlash

Plans to bar reusable bottles from grounds had faced criticism with temperatures set to soar during the tournament

The National (Scotland)

Former Rangers defender says club made Philippe Clement error

Former Rangers defender Jefte claims the club made an error in not giving Philippe Clement more chances.

The Guardian - UK

Power and glory: World Cup promises a spectacle impossible to ignore

Ten years in the making, the greatest show on earth is set for a six-week sprint through Trump’s America

TechRadar

How to watch the World Cup Final ‘66 In Colour for *FREE*

Here’s how to watch England’s greatest moment in full colour from anywhere for free

The Independent UK

Argentina boss provides update on Lionel Messi’s fitness ahead of World Cup

Messi had given Argentina an injury fright when he suffered a muscle strain playing for Inter Miami

The National (Scotland)

Big Jock's aura, Zico's shirt and MoJo's chance: Alex McLeish's World Cup memories

Alex McLeish is one of five men to play for Scotland at three World Cups - he looks back on Spain '82, Mexico '86 and Italia '90 and…

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