Football, Guantanamo Bay and the shadow of shame that hangs over this World Cup

USA's World Cup agony is not over: Twisted truth about Trump red card scandal... lingering fear haunting the team... and question Mauricio Pochettino must answer

USA's World Cup agony is not over: Twisted truth about Trump red card scandal... lingering fear haunting the team... and question Mauricio Pochettino must answer

THE DON THREATENS REF

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[World Cup] How Korea oh so predictably lost the World Cup

[World Cup] How Korea oh so predictably lost the World Cup

World Cup guide: Potential scandalous match and new records?

World Cup guide: Potential scandalous match and new records?

How Shameful Can the World Cup Get? We Take a Look at Four Previous Tournaments

In many ways, the U.S.'s World Cup has been a bit of a disaster. But it's not the first time the tournament has been filled with sportswashing, authoritarianism, or corruption.

Who to blame for Korea's World Cup failure

Who to blame for Korea's World Cup failure

WARMINGTON: Freddy, the anonymous World Cup fan, sneaks into Toronto undetected

Social media enigma of this year's FIFA tournament posted about being at BMO Field for Germany-Ivory Coast match

(EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on June 29)

Korean football has just endured an abysmal World Cup performance. Korea's hopes...

The World Cup Tragedy You Don’t Understand Until It Happens to You

My family is French—and Moroccan. Yes, I almost just lost my mind.

Defeated at the World Cup, Teams Sometimes Face Abuse and Violence

When South Korea crashed out of the World Cup, its fans weren’t just sad and disappointed. Many were furious. Dozens lined an airport arrivals hall this week to boo and shout insults at Hong Myung-bo, the team’s coach, who had just resigned. A death threat was posted online against Hong, the South Korean news media []

World Cup 2026 Video Shows Japanese Fan Comforted by Brazilian and Mexican Supporters: “This Is What the World Cup Is All About”

A World Cup 2026 clip is going viral after showing supporters from several countries comforting an emotional Japanese fan. In the clip, a Japanese fan can be seen breaking down in tears apparently after his country was eliminated from the tournament, but the consolation he receives from Brazilians, Mexicans, and others is leading many viewers Sign up to receive the Daily Dot’s Internet Insider newsletter for urgent news from the frontline of online. The post World Cup 2026 Video Shows Japanese Fan Comforted by Brazilian and Mexican Supporters: “This Is What the World Cup Is All About” appeared first on The Daily Dot.

FIFA World Cup 2026: FIFA and the US caught offside

FIFA World Cup 2026: FIFA and the US caught offside

World Cup upsets, penalty drama and nail-biting endings

Late goals. Heartbreak. Penalty disasters. The World Cup knockout stage has delivered everything — including a dramatic US win. Check out Pitchside for all the latest from on and off the pitch. #worldcup #fifaworldcup #fifa #soccer #football 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

Brazil fans heartbroken after World Cup exit as Norway celebrates Haaland

Norway fans were beside themselves as they left the stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Sunday after their team made it to the World Cup quarterfinals for the very first time by beating Brazil 2-1. Fans at the Copacabana Beach in Rio on the other hand were distraught after the match as Brazil goes home having massively underachieved expectations set pretty much at win or bust for the five-time World Cup champions. #norway #brazil #haaland #worldcup #sports Picture credit: Javad Parsa/NTB Scanpix Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

Korea Selatan hanya perlu satu mata 

MONTERREY: Aksi terakhir Kumpulan A Piala Dunia antara Korea Selatan dan Afrika Selatan di Stadium Monterrey, esok, dijangka menjadi pertembungan hidup mati yang bakal menentukan hala tuju kedua-dua pasukan ke pusingan kalah mati. Dengan Mexico sudah mengesahkan status juara Kumpulan A selepas memenangi dua perlawanan pertama, tumpuan kini terarah kepada perebutan tempat kedua yang masih ... Read more The post Korea Selatan hanya perlu satu mata appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Flags, friction and FIFA: North Korea’s remarkable road to the 1966 World Cup

This is Part 1 of a two-part series on North Korea’s participation in the 1966 World Cup. Sixty years ago, North Korea’s stunning run to the quarterfinals of the 1966 FIFA World Cup transformed an unknown team into one of soccer’s greatest underdogs, crowned by an unforgettable victory over Italy, which had already won the []

Japan v Sweden: World Cup 2026 line-ups, stats and preview, TV channel, live online stream and prediction

The lowdown on Japan v Sweden at the World Cup 2026

North Korea’s Kim says ‘defeated’ Japan transforming into a ‘war state’

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un criticised Japan as turning into a “war state”, in a speech during a three-day meeting held through Monday, official news media said on Tuesday. “Japan, a defeated country in Asia, has openly turned itself into a war state by taking the present disturbing circumstances as an opportunity to get rid of all shackles restricting its moves to become a military power,” he said, according to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA). In the concluding speech during a meeting...

Why FIFA can't say NO to Donald Trump

The 2026 World Cup was always going to be too big to remain just football. It is the first 48-team edition, spread across the US, Mexico and Canada, stretched over 104 matches and sold as the biggest, grandest and most lucrative tournament FIFA has ever staged. It is also being played in the year America marks its 250th anniversary, which gives Donald Trump exactly the kind of backdrop he understands instinctively: flags, stadiums, anthems, cameras, national theatre and the possibility of a home team carrying the pageant deeper into the month.

Balogun eligible for World Cup after Trump calls Infantino and FIFA tosses Belgium’s appeal

The saga that started with two players fighting for a ball has enveloped the White House and FIFA and cast a pall over the U.S. match Monday night. The post Balogun eligible for World Cup after Trump calls Infantino and FIFA tosses Belgium’s appeal appeared first on MS NOW.

Brazil vs Japan LIVE: World Cup 2026 match stream, confirmed team news, lineups and fan reaction

Selecao faces tricky test against Samurai Blu

Four young talents Real Madrid should scout in the 2026 World Cup knockout stages

The World Cup has always been more than just an international tournament for Real Madrid, who have benefited from this event a lot in the past. Mesut Ozil announced himself to the world in South Afri...

Freaking With FIFA

Freaking With FIFA

How to Watch Brazil vs Japan Live Streaming Online and TV Channel Telecast of FIFA World Cup 2026

Don't miss the thrilling FIFA World Cup 2026 Last 32 match between football giants Brazil and Japan, kicking off today, Monday, June 29, at 10:30 PM IST from Houston Stadium, Texas, USA. This crucial knockout game pits five-time champions Brazil against an in-form Japan, vying for a spot in the Round of 16.

Ref Watch: World Cup special LIVE!

Ref Watch: World Cup special LIVE!