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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. 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 1908, Dorothy Round, English tennis player (died 1982) was born. In 1930, The inaugural FIFA World Cup begins in Uruguay. In 1941, World War II: Montenegrins begin the Trinaestojulski ustanak (Thirteenth of July Uprising), a popular revolt against the Axis powers. In 1944, Cyril Knowles, English footballer and manager (died 1991) was born. In 1977, Somalia declares war on Ethiopia, starting the Ogaden War. In 1985, The Live Aid benefit concert takes place in London and Philadelphia, as well as other venues such as Moscow and Sydney. 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 2024, President of the United States Donald Trump is injured in an assassination attempt while speaking at an election campaign rally near Butler, Pennsylvania. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
The World Cup Quarterfinals Are Here. Pick A Team Or DIE

OK, now shit is about to get even realer. The FIFA World Cup sponsored by FIFA and presented by FIFA is now down to eight teams. If your favorite team isn’t among the last countries standing, that’s tough shit. You must pick a NEW favorite country, and you must do it right this instant or else suffer the consequences. [I draw my sword] But how can anyone pick just one team from France, Morocco, Belgium, Spain, Norway, England, Argentina, and Switzerland? Fear not amigo, because this week’s episode of The Distraction is here to help you do just that.
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OneFootball
· Jul 1, 2026
🎥 Copa round-of-32 Tuesday, Europeans on the attack, Mexican party
There are now seven teams through to the FIFA World Cup round of 16. Tuesday (30) saw Norway, France, and hosts Mexico all book their places.Check out the highlights from the three matches below, the...
FOX Sports Digital
· Jul 7, 2026
The Best Matches Of The 2026 World Cup: The Top 5 After Argentina vs. Egypt
Here are the best matches of the World Cup -- so far -- entering the quarterfinals.
Daily Post Nigeria
· Jun 27, 2026
2026 World Cup: Confirmed Round of 32 fixtures [Full List]
Some of the Round of 32 fixtures at the 2026 World Cup have been confirmed. This follows the conclusion of more group matches on Friday. Pre-tournament favourites like France, Argentina, Germany and Brazil are already through to the knockouts. Co-hosts USA, Canada and Mexico will also be in the mix. Several ties are however yet to [] 2026 World Cup: Confirmed Round of 32 fixtures [Full List]
CBS Sports
· 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
Al Jazeera
· Jul 8, 2026
World Cup 2026 quarterfinals: Full schedule and Egypt FIFA dispute
World Cup quarterfinals are set, with eight teams advancing as Egypt’s FIFA controversy and VAR decisions prompt debate.
The Standard
· Jun 28, 2026
Which teams are through to World Cup round of 32 knockout stage?
Knockout-stage slots are filling up ahead of first round of 32 game
The Namibian
· Jul 8, 2026
World Cup: Eight teams remain in the hunt for glory
The World Cup is down to just eight teams, with a heavyweight line-up set to do battle in the quarter-finals from Thursday. AFP Sport looks at the match-ups, all of which are taking place in the United States. France v Morocco Imperious France have lived up to their billing as World Cup favourites, sweeping through [] The post World Cup: Eight teams remain in the hunt for glory appeared first on The Namibian.
GiveMeSport
· 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?
ABC7 New York
· Jul 8, 2026
World Cup quarterfinals feature soccer powerhouses from Argentina and Spain to France and England
Eight teams are left in the World Cup, and the quarterfinals feature the top four countries in FIFA's pre-tournament men's world rankings.
Vanguard News
· Jul 1, 2026
2026 World Cup: 7 countries qualify for Round of 16, 3 fixtures confirmed
Seven countries have now secured their places in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with three knockout fixtures already confirmed. The post 2026 World Cup: 7 countries qualify for Round of 16, 3 fixtures confirmed appeared first on Vanguard News.
SkySports
World Cup 2026 live tables: Who's on course to qualify via third place?
As the final World Cup group matches approach, who is on course to reach the knockout stages?
The Independent
· Jun 25, 2026
World Cup 2026 knockout fixtures, results and group tables
Which teams will reach the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup and who is heading home early?
101GREATGOALS.COM
· Jun 29, 2026
LIVE – Brazil v Japan: Commentary, updates, goals and stats as Ancelotti’s side face Asian giants
Brazil take on Japan at the World Cup this afternoon. Follow all the action with our live commentary...
NDTV
· Jul 13, 2026
WC 2026 Semis To Feature World's Top 4 Teams But FIFA Had A Role To Play In It
The FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinals are here, and fans cannot wait for the four top-ranked teams to fight it out for a spot in the final.
Yonhap News Agency
· Jun 28, 2026
(World Cup) Son Heung-min ends 4th World Cup with another group stage exit
GUADALAJARA, Mexico, June 27 (Yonhap) -- If this indeed was the final FIFA World...
Football365
· Jul 8, 2026
England are in The World Cup New Order: Germany and Brazil left behind
This is the first time a World Cup quarter‑final has featured none of Germany, the Netherlands, Italy or Brazil. It’s a new club.
Guinee news
· Jul 7, 2026
Coupe de la Ligue LONAGUI : voici la liste des 14 équipes qualifiées pour le prochain tour
Le suspense est levé. À l’issue des matchs de zone disputés ce mardi 7 juillet 2026, les 14 équipes qualifiées pour le prochain tour de la Coupe de la Ligue LONAGUI sont désormais connues. Au terme de rencontres très disputées, plusieurs formations ont réussi à décrocher leur ticket pour la suite de la compétition. Parmi []
India TV News
· Jun 29, 2026
BRA vs JAP FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Fierce clash awaits as both sides hope to book RO16 ticket
The stage is set for one of the most exciting clashes in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. Five-time champions Brazil will be taking on Japan in a bid to reach the round of 16 of the tournament. It is worth noting that Brazil finished in first place in the standings with two wins and one draw in three matches. Despite some shaky performances, the side pulled through and would hope for more of the same as they take on Japan.
Nepal News
· 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 []
Anadolu Agency
· Jun 28, 2026
2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage set as 16 teams exit after group stage
32 teams advance to Round of 32
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.
KSAT San Antonio
· Jun 27, 2026
World Cup final day of group play will set the field for the round of 32
Going into the final day of group play at the World Cup, there are essentially eight teams vying for four spots in the round of 32.
TRT World
· Jul 4, 2026
No second chances as World Cup enters Round of 16
Only 16 teams now remain at the FIFA World Cup, and the sudden death round kicks off on Saturday as Canada face Morocco, and France take on Paraguay. Mohammed Haji takes a look at the action.
AzerNews
· Jun 30, 2026
World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast to face Norway in Round of 16 clash
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will feature additional Round of 16 matches tonight, AzerNEWS reports.
Egyptian Gazette
· Jun 29, 2026
Brazil, Germany eye W. Cup last 16
LOS ANGELES (United States) — Brazil’s quest to win a record sixth World Cup heads into the knockout stages on Monday as Carlo Ancelotti’s team face Japan in the last 32, before four-time champions Germany play Paraguay and Morocco take on the Netherlands in perhaps the tie of the round. The Brazilians are desperate to [] The post Brazil, Germany eye W. Cup last 16 appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.
Latestly.com
· Jun 21, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule Today (June 22): Timings in IST, Venues, Groups
The FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule for Monday, June 22, promises four crucial Group Stage encounters as teams battle for advancement. Don't miss Belgium vs Iran at SoFi Stadium, Uruguay vs Cape Verde Islands at Hard Rock Stadium, New Zealand vs Egypt at BC Place, and the highly anticipated Argentina vs Austria clash at ATT Stadium.
brazilnews.net
· Jul 12, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026: England, Argentina join France, Spain in blockbuster semi-final line-up
Miami [US], July 12 (ANI): The FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final line-up has been confirmed, with England and Argentina overcoming tough quarter-final tests to join France and Spain in the last four of the tournament.England booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals with a dramatic 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway, coming from behind thanks to a brace from Jude Bellingham.His decisive winne
TASS
· Jun 26, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026: 19 teams secure spots in knockout stage
Four knockout matches have been already officially slated
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