Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1930, The inaugural FIFA World Cup begins in Uruguay. In 1941, Grahame Corling, Australian cricketer was born. In 1944, Cyril Knowles, English footballer and manager (died 1991) was born. In 1960, Ian Hislop, Welsh-English journalist and screenwriter was born. In 1961, Khalid Mahmood, Pakistani-English engineer and politician was born. In 1975, Diego Spotorno, Ecuadorian actor was born. In 1977, Chris Horn, American football player was born. In 1979, Craig Bellamy, Welsh footballer was born. In 1982, Dominic Isaacs, South African footballer was born. In 1990, Eduardo Salvio, Argentinian footballer was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Michael Owen ‘unimpressed’ by some England stars at World Cup

Metro

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July 13, 2026

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Football | Mail Online

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· Jul 10, 2026

So Haaland's NOT perfect! England's World Cup quarter-final foe stars in hilarious advert alongside his dad

So Haaland's NOT perfect! England's World Cup quarter-final foe stars in hilarious advert alongside his dad

Metro

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· Jul 10, 2026

Is Ed Sheeran serenading the England team the cringiest World Cup moment yet?

There's a lot to unpack here...

brazilnews.net

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· Jul 9, 2026

FIFA World Cup: "Wayne Rooney, I expect you to go out on a rowing trip": Haaland after Norway's R16 win over Brazil

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): Norway striker Erling Haaland reflected on one of the greatest victories in his country's football history after the Scandinavian side stunned five-time champions Brazil to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals, while also playfully reminding former England captain Wayne Rooney to honour his promise following the result.Sharing his latest vlog on YouTube after Norway's his

OneFootball

· Jun 30, 2026

🎥 World Cup highlights: Haaland stumbles Norway past Ivory Coast

This guy is simply incredible! Erling Haaland scored his fifth World Cup goal in the round of 32 against Ivory Coast and fired Norway to a 2-1 victory.In the 86th minute, the star striker bundled the ...

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jul 12, 2026

World Cup: ‘Hope you’ll win the trophy now’ – Erling Haaland’s father slams England

Alfie Haaland, the father of Erling Haaland, has said that England’s 2-1 victory over Norway in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup was a robbery. He said that the Norwegian team was subjected to numerous unfair refereeing decisions throughout the game. The 53-year-old continued by stating that the referee prevented England from experiencing [] World Cup: ‘Hope you’ll win the trophy now’ – Erling Haaland’s father slams England

Football | The Guardian

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· Jul 9, 2026

Erling Haaland claims pressure is all on England in quarter-final with Norway

Striker says England one of the ‘clear favourites’ to win World CupAlso makes knowing reference to famous ‘Stay humble’ remarkErling Haaland has ramped up the World Cup mind games by saying England are the team under pressure when they face Norway in their quarter-final tie on Saturday.Haaland has enjoyed a sensational tournament, scoring seven times in four games, including twice in Sunday’s last-16 win over Brazil. Norway are flying in their first appearance on this stage since 1998 but, in characteristically mischievous fashion, Haaland insisted expectations should only be directed one way. Continue reading...

City Xtra

· Jun 30, 2026

Man City 2026 World Cup Watch: Erling Haaland sends Norway into last-16 against Brazil

Erling Haaland scored his fifth goal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to send Norway into the last-16 of the competition where Brazil await.It was the Manchester City striker who broke Ivory Coast hearts in...

GB News

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· Jul 6, 2026

WATCH: Erling Haaland’s youth coach speaks to GB News ahead of England World Cup tie: 'A fantastic boy!'

Erling Haaland’s youth coach, Espen Undheim, has spoken exclusively to GB News about his experience coaching the Norwegian striker.Mr Unheim told Good Afternoon Britain of the star: Now he scores a lot of goals because he didn't have that adventure when he was a young boy. He was not as big as his opponents, so he had to be clever with his moves and his run. And his mentality is extraordinary, he's fantastic. And he still remembers where he was born, so he's a fantastic boy, and he's become quite a viral hit across the world.WATCH ABOVE. Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter

The i Paper

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· Jun 29, 2026

I spent an hour with Ben Stokes – it left me questioning my place in the universe

Retiring England captain was a superhuman who only ever listened to his own voice

Football365

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· Jul 1, 2026

Did Declan Rice really say England have the World Cup’s best penalty-takers?

Declan Rice has insisted England are the best penalty takers at the World Cup. Except – and this feels slightly important – he didn’t.

Mother Jones

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· Jul 11, 2026

A World Cup Star Can Be “Babygirl.” But For Now, He’s Mostly AI.

As someone who watches too much soccer and knows Erling Haaland as perhaps the world’s most formidable striker playing today, seeing friends and acquaintances show me viral videos of the player as an onion has been quite funny. Despite my distaste for his club team (Manchester City is effectively owned by the United Arab Emirates, []

101GREATGOALS.COM

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· Jul 12, 2026

Tuchel labels England ‘sloppy’ and ‘lucky’ in spiky World Cup interview: ‘How can you ask?’

England won their World Cup 2026 contest with Norway

Yahoo Sports

· Jul 12, 2026

Jude Bellingham pushes back on criticism from England manager Thomas Tuchel after win over Norway: 'Yeah, well, whatever'

'Maybe he doesn’t know what it’s like to play in those kind of conditions against Erling Haaland, Ødegaard, Nusa, Sørloth,' Bellingham said, in response to Tuchel saying England got a 'lucky' win.

SkySports

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Neville's goosebumps over Bellingham: I have never seen anything like it

Gary Neville says that Jude Bellingham is England's superstar now and that he has never seen anything like it – claiming his performance gave him goosebumps.

The Standard

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· Jul 12, 2026

Why Lionel Messi has never faced England before as World Cup semi-final showdown set

Despite a two-decade international career, arguably the greatest ever player has never come up against England

GiveMeSport

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· Jul 7, 2026

World Cup: Michael Owen Calls Out England Fans After Mexico Win

Michael Owen brutally calls out England fans for ‘nonsense’ reaction to World Cup win vs Mexico

NDTV

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· Jul 9, 2026

"Wayne Rooney, Expect You To Go Out On Rowing Trip": Haaland After Norway Win

Erling Haaland playfully reminded former England captain Wayne Rooney to honour his promise as Norway eliminated Brazil from FIFA World Cup 2026.

The Namibian

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· Jul 9, 2026

Haaland relishing ‘special’ World Cup showdown with England

Erling Haaland said facing England, the land of his birth, in the World Cup quarter-finals is extra special as the aims to extend Norway’s historic run into the last four. In his first major international tournament the Manchester City striker has propelled his country to the last eight by scoring seven times in four appearances, [] The post Haaland relishing ‘special’ World Cup showdown with England appeared first on The Namibian.

CNN

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· Jun 30, 2026

Why the internet loves football star Erling Haaland

Norwegian striker Erling Haaland is winning fans far beyond the pitch this World Cup season, thanks to his surprisingly relatable, unfiltered online persona. #cnn #news #worldcup

Reuters

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· Jul 2, 2026

England fans celebrate win over DR Congo

England fans in London were jubilant after watching Harry Kane score twice in the final 15 minutes to see England overcome the Democratic Republic of Congo by 2-1 to make it through to the World Cup round of ‌16. #england #drcongo #football #soccer #worldcup

Daily Mail

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· Jul 12, 2026

David Beckham roars as he celebrates England World Cup victory with Victoria and their children

David Beckham roars as he celebrates England World Cup victory with Victoria and their children

Borneo Bulletin

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· Jul 12, 2026

Erling Haaland is Norway’s World Cup machine — and the internet’s babygirl

Erling Haaland is Norway’s World Cup machine — and the internet’s babygirl

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 6, 2026

Nyland wira Norway singkir Brazil

EAST RUTHERFORD: Penjaga gol Norway, Orjan Nyland menyifatkan kejayaannya menyelamatkan sepakan penalti pada babak pertama menjadi titik tolak kemenangan mengejut 2-1 ke atas Brazil pada pusingan 16 terbaik Piala Dunia. Nyland berjaya menafikan sepakan penalti Bruno Guimaraes sebelum Erling Haaland muncul wira apabila meledak dua gol dalam tempoh 11 minit terakhir untuk memastikan Brazil tersingkir ... Read more The post Nyland wira Norway singkir Brazil appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Associated Press

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· Jul 10, 2026

Why is the internet obsessed with Erling Haaland?

Erling Haaland is one of soccer’s biggest stars, but it’s his goofy personality, viral moments and off-the-pitch charm that have made him an internet favorite. Here’s why fans can’t get enough of him.

Irish News

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· Jun 27, 2026

Harry Kane becomes England’s record World Cup goalscorer

Kane scored his 11th World Cup goal against Panama.

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