Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1260, The Livonian Order suffers its greatest defeat in the 13th century in the Battle of Durbe against the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. In 1878, Treaty of Berlin: The European powers redraw the map of the Balkans. Serbia, Montenegro and Romania become completely independent of the Ottoman Empire. In 1930, The inaugural FIFA World Cup begins in Uruguay. In 1934, Wole Soyinka, Nigerian author, poet, and playwright, Nobel Prize laureate was born. In 1944, Cyril Knowles, English footballer and manager (died 1991) was born. In 1979, Libuše Průšová, Czech tennis player was born. In 1990, Eduardo Salvio, Argentinian footballer was born. In 2011, United Nations Security Council Resolution 1999 is adopted, which admits South Sudan to member status of United Nations. In 2014, Nadine Gordimer, South African novelist, short story writer, and activist, Nobel Prize laureate (born 1923) passed away. In 2020, Zindzi Mandela, South African politician, diplomat, and third daughter of Nelson Mandela (born 1960) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

FIFA World Cup: Which quarterfinal team has best chance to win the trophy?

Al Jazeera

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July 9, 2026

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Form guide on the final eight teams as they battle it out for the FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy in the United States.

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SkySports

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World Cup latest: What has been the best game of the tournament? VOTE!

World Cup latest: What has been the best game of the tournament? VOTE!

CBS Sports

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· Jun 29, 2026

2026 World Cup parlay, best bets: Top picks for Brazil-Japan, Germany-Paraguay, Netherlands-Morocco on Monday

We've built a World Cup parlay for Monday's Round of 32 games

The Economic Times

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· Jul 9, 2026

Which country won the most FIFA World Cup titles?

Which country won the most FIFA World Cup titles?

FOX Sports Digital

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· Jun 21, 2026

2026 World Cup Odds: USA, Mexico, Germany First To Clinch Groups

See the latest odds for which countries are favored to win their respective groups.

Football | The Guardian

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· Jul 9, 2026

England’s big chances and France’s shots: how World Cup quarter-finalists’ stats line up

Each of the eight teams has at least one key strength, from Swiss speed to Spanish defenceThe World Cup has reached the quarter-final stage and the favourites to reach the last four in descending order of likelihood, according to Opta, are France, Spain, Argentina and England. All eight remaining teams have positive data in their favour from the tournament, though. Continue reading...

Nepal News

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· Jul 4, 2026

विश्वकपको अन्तिम १६ को समीकरण पूरा

काठमाडौँ । अमेरिका, मेक्सिको र क्यानडामा जारी फिफा विश्वकप २०२६ को अन्तिम १६ को समीकरण पूरा भएको छ। शनिबार बिहान राउन्ड अफ ३२ का सबै खेल सकिएसँगै प्रि-क्वाटरफाइनमा पुग्ने १६ वटै टोलीको टुंगो लागेको हो। ४ पटकको पूर्वविजेता जर्मनी, गत संस्करणमा तेस्रो भएको क्रोएसिया, दाबेदार मानिएको नेदरल्यान्ड्स, एसियन पावरहाउस जापान, अफ्रिकन डार्क हर्स सेनेगलजस्ता टोली []

OneFootball

· Jul 4, 2026

🎥 ‘Brazilian’ goal and stunning save! Last 16 spot sealed

Now 16 teams remain alive in pursuit of the trophy at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.After Egypt and Argentina advanced — and will face each other — Colombia vs Ghana decided the last spot in the round o...

Sports Mole

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· Jun 29, 2026

Netherlands vs. Morocco: Are the Atlas Lions still the 'plan B' for dual nationals not good enough for the Oranje?

A World Cup round-of-32 clash between two nations linked by migration and dual-national talent. Which side is winning the battle for the best players?

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jul 9, 2026

2026 World Cup: SuperComputer predicts teams to qualify from quarter-finals

As the 2026 World Cup enters its quarter-final stage, the Opta SuperComputer has given its prediction for teams that will qualify for the last four. France will play Morocco, Spain face Belgium, Norway take on England and Argentina will clash with Switzerland. Opta has given France the highest chance of winning the trophy at 27.32, [] 2026 World Cup: SuperComputer predicts teams to qualify from quarter-finals

Get German Football News

· Jun 21, 2026

Three things learned as Germany came from behind to beat Ivory Coast 2-1

Germany secured their place in the next stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast, but the performance raised several questions for Julian Nagelsmann despite the...

BarcaBlog

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· Jun 11, 2026

Is it Lamine Yamal’s Moment or Time for a Dark Horse? World Cup 2026 Predictions

On episode 822, after the preview, it’s time for the World Cup Predictions. Spain, France, Japan, Argentina, so many choices. Who do you have winning it all? New Store! – HERE Watchalongs – HERE Join the Discord server! The post Is it Lamine Yamal’s Moment or Time for a Dark Horse? World Cup 2026 Predictions appeared first on BarcaBlog.

The Standard

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· Jun 23, 2026

World Cup 2026 third-place standings and how many points needed to qualify for last 32

With an expanded 48-team World Cup, eight of the best third-placed teams can reach the knockouts

Yahoo Sports

· Jul 4, 2026

World Cup 2026: Ranking the 8 Round of 16 matchups from best to worst

England heads to Mexico City to face Mexico on Sunday.

Barca Universal

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· Jul 11, 2026

Barcelona World Cup Spotlight: Cubarsi, Lamine Yamal impress for Spain vs Belgium

The second quarter-final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup took place last night, with Spain facing Belgium.Both teams knew that a win would secure their place in the semi-finals, where France await, and La ...

TASS

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· Jun 26, 2026

FIFA World Cup 2026: 19 teams secure spots in knockout stage

Four knockout matches have been already officially slated

BBC Sport

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· Jun 21, 2026

World Cup quiz: Name every Golden Boot winner

How many World Cup top goalscorers from down the years can you name?

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 2, 2026

AS tewaskan Bosnia 2-0 dengan 10 pemain

SANTA CLARA: Amerika Syarikat (AS) mengesahkan tempat ke pusingan 16 terbaik Piala Dunia 2026 selepas menewaskan Bosnia dan Herzegovina 2-0 dalam aksi pusingan 32 terbaik yang berlangsung di Stadium San Francisco Bay Area, sebentar tadi. Skuad tuan rumah mempamerkan aksi bertenaga di hadapan penyokong sendiri untuk meneruskan kemaraan dalam kejohanan, meskipun terpaksa beraksi dengan 10 ... Read more The post AS tewaskan Bosnia 2-0 dengan 10 pemain appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

GiveMeSport

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· Jun 25, 2026

World Cup 2026 Third-Place Tracker: Who Goes Through?

The extended World Cup format means eight teams will progress via the third-place positions, but who stands to qualify?

Al Jazeera

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· Jun 21, 2026

World Cup 2026 Day 11: Spain and Iran in action, predictions and schedule

Spain-Saudi Arabia, Belgium-Iran on Sunday. Germany reach knockouts, Curacao earn the first point of the World Cup 2026.

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