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World Cup 2026: Bellingham playing with ‘chip on shoulder’, Côte d’Ivoire’s Wahi barred over alleged fixing – as it happened

England fans reflected on a thumping opening win against Croatia while the Côte d’Ivoire striker Elye Wahi was under investigation for match fixing

Luke McLaughlin, Martin Belam and Billy Munday·18 Jun 2026

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Numbers game: stats that tell stories from the first 24 World Cup matches

All 48 teams have played their first matches. From xG to assists to transfer value, here’s some of the more revealing bits of data

Andrew Beasley·18 Jun 2026

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Women’s World Cup playoffs: England land Greece, Scotland get Czechia in first round

England will need to overcome Greece and either Slovakia or Ukraine to qualify for 2027’s Women’s World Cup

Tom Garry·18 Jun 2026

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World Cup schedule today: How to watch, TV channels & live stream

What’s happening in the World Cup today? Here is the full schedule for Thursday 18 June, including kick-off times, TV channels, and live stream options

Graham Ruthven·18 Jun 2026

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OL Lyonnes and Scotland’s Caroline Weir: ‘I would love to be competing for the Champions League’

Caroline Weir tells Tom Garry she is chasing a trophy-laden spell in France and hopes a dream can be fulfilled by playing in the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil

Tom Garry·18 Jun 2026

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The World Cup viewed from afar is more like ambient noise – a far cry from working at it | Jonathan Liew

Covering a tournament, my smartwatch showed my heart rate was 10-20 beats above normal. How luxurious to half-watch

Jonathan Liew·18 Jun 2026

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Australia superpower v USA pentagon: how each team can win their World Cup clash

The Socceroos and United States both made a fast start to their campaign – here is what the Group D rivals must do to maintain momentum in Seattle

Alexander Abnos and Jack Snape·18 Jun 2026

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Uzbekistan 1-3 Colombia: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

Fabio Cannavaro’s White Wolves entered Mexico City to take on the world No 13 side but their valiant efforts ended in defeat

Jonathan Howcroft·18 Jun 2026

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Colombia squeeze past dogged Uzbekistan to open World Cup campaign with victory

The 3-1 scoreline didn’t fully reflect the pattern of the Group K match in Mexico City as Uzbekistan gave the South Americans a run for their money

Jonathan Wilson at Mexico City Stadium·18 Jun 2026

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Marsch bullish before Qatar match as Canada prepare to welcome back Alphonso Davies

Canada are set to name a stronger line up as they prepare for their crucial group match in Vancouver

Jeff Rueter in Vancouver·18 Jun 2026

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From frustration to party time: Mexico ready for lift-off after steady start

The opening night against South Africa was met with mixed feelings but Thursday night’s South Korea clash promises to spark feelgood factor

Jonathan Wilson in Mexico City·18 Jun 2026

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Mo Touré’s parents on the struggles that paved way for a Socceroos career: ‘It was life or death’

Now that he’s older, the striker say he better understands what his family went through on their refugee journey from war-torn Liberia to Australia

Jack Snape in Oakland·18 Jun 2026

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Ghana 1-0 Panama: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

Minute-by-minute report: A goal in added time by Caleb Yirenkyi decided a tight contest in Toronto

Beau Dure·18 Jun 2026

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Fifa plays down reports that ticketless fans breached security at England World Cup game

Fifa have played down reports that ticketless England supporters were able to gain entry for the World Cup opener against Croatia after evading security checks at the Dallas Stadium

Ed Aarons at Dallas Stadium·18 Jun 2026

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A mercurial talent to a workhorse: who should replace Christian Pulisic if he misses the Australia game?

The US star was on a ‘modified’ training schedule for the third day in a row after coming out at half-time in the opener. Other options must be considered

Jeff Rueter·17 Jun 2026

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Harry Kane reveals half-time Tuchel pep-talk inspired England to victory over Croatia

Harry Kane revealed that a half-time speech from Thomas Tuchel inspired England to victory in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup

Ed Aarons at Dallas Stadium·17 Jun 2026

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England’s second-half forward surge against Croatia fails to mask defensive frailties | Jacob Steinberg

Even as forwards shine, Dallas performance exposes shaky defence that may cost Thomas Tuchel and England dear come sharp end

Jacob Steinberg at Dallas Stadium·17 Jun 2026

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Bellingham, England’s man for elite moments, kicks over the console table | Barney Ronay

Solo goal against Croatia in his side’s World Cup opener was an angry one – all driving focus, with a rising sense of inevitability

Barney Ronay at Dallas Stadium·17 Jun 2026

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England 4-2 Croatia: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

Minute-by-minute report: England swat aside old foes having been inspired by Thomas Tuchel’s half-time ‘speech’. Scott Murray was watching

Scott Murray·17 Jun 2026

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England 4-2 Croatia: World Cup 2026 Group L player ratings

Harry Kane gave a fine captain’s performance while Dominik Livakovic stopped the scoreline running away from Croatia

Ed Aarons at Dallas Stadium·17 Jun 2026

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England surge to thrilling opening win in World Cup cracker with Croatia

Harry Kane struck twice before goals from Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford sealed a stylish win for England in Dallas

David Hytner at Dallas Stadium·17 Jun 2026

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Portugal 1-1 DR Congo: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

João Neves gave Portugal an early lead, but Yoane Wissa’s equaliser earned DR Congo their first-ever World Cup point

Daniel Harris·17 Jun 2026

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Yoane Wissa gives DR Congo first ever World Cup point in draw with Portugal

Newcastle striker becomes first DR Congo player to score at a World Cup, cancelling out João Neves’ opener, while Cristiano Ronaldo underwhelms for Portugal

Nick Ames at Houston Stadium·17 Jun 2026

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Derek McInnes confirmed as Rangers manager after Danny Röhl joins Salzburg

Rangers have confirmed the appointment Derek McInnes as their manager after Danny Röhl left for RB Salzburg by mutual agreement

Guardian sport and PA Media·17 Jun 2026

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