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Dan Burn’s unlikely path from retail worker to England World Cup squad
A look at how Dan Burn's career began with an amateur England representative squad, proving that perseverance can lead from supermarket shifts to the World Cup.
African Nations Advancing to the 2026 World Cup Knockout Stage
Six African teams have successfully advanced to the 2026 World Cup Round of 32, with Ghana and Cape Verde being the most recent to qualify.
England and Portugal hunt for group lead as World Cup group stage nears finish
England and Portugal aim to solidify their group standings as the final matches of the 2026 World Cup group stage take place this Saturday.
Lionel Messi to begin Argentina’s last group stage game as a substitute
Manager Lionel Scaloni has confirmed that Lionel Messi will start on the bench for Argentina's final group match against Jordan to manage his workload.
Spain winger Yeremy Pino faces potential World Cup exit due to shoulder injury
Spain's Yeremy Pino is expected to miss the rest of the World Cup after suffering a suspected broken collarbone during the win against Uruguay.
Marcelo Bielsa reflects on a legacy left behind as his Uruguay tenure concludes
Marcelo Bielsa has ended his time as Uruguay manager following a group-stage exit at the World Cup, admitting that his three-year tenure ultimately failed to leave a meaningful legacy.
England, Portugal, Ghana, Egypt, and Paraguay Secure Knockout Spots in World Cup
England, Portugal, Ghana, Egypt, and Paraguay have qualified for the 2026 World Cup knockout phase after securing enough points to guarantee their advancement.
How Cape Verde Achieved a Historic World Cup Knockout Spot to Face Argentina
Cape Verde has made history as the smallest nation to advance to the World Cup knockout stage, earning a match against Argentina after a resilient group stage performance.
England Secures Spot in World Cup Round of 32
England has qualified for the World Cup knockout rounds following Spain's win over Uruguay, despite lingering injury concerns for Reece James and Declan Rice.
Why Finishing a World Cup Sticker Album Feels Like a Full-Time Job
For Sophie Madden, finishing the 2026 World Cup sticker album has turned into an all-consuming task involving complex trades, significant costs, and a strategy that mirrors a full-time occupation.