WORLD CUP OPEN THREAD | June 27, 2026

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Bielsa reveals Muslera asked to be substituted after his fourth World Cup error cost Uruguay in 1-0 loss to Spain

Uruguay goalkeeper Fernando Muslera made a massive error that cost his side as they lost to Spain by a goal to nil, crashing out of the 2026 World Cup in North America.The South A…

Richard Hughes' Andoni Iraola call vindicated after €40m forward deal confirmed

Liverpool were active early in the summer transfer market - agreeing a €40m package with Osasuna for Victor Munoz. The 22-year-old was a hit throughout his one season with Osasuna…

England qualify for World Cup knockout stages with potential opponents revealed

England have qualified for the World Cup knockout stages before facing Panama in their Group L finale

World Cup 2026: Why Iran’s winning goal vs. Egypt was disallowed by VAR

Iran thought they had advanced to the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout round. A less frequent aspect of the offside law disallowed the winning goal.

كأس العالم: مصر إلى الدور الثاني، ووداع عراقي سعودي من الدور الأول

عشرة منتخبات تودع البطولة، فيما ضمن 28 منتخباً التأهل للدور الثاني، لتبقى أربعة مقاعد تُحسم بشكل نهائي مع نهاية يوم السبت وهو الأخير في الدور الأول في المونديال

Man City 2026 World Cup Watch: Omar Marmoush and Egypt progress to Round of 32 after Iran draw

Egypt and Omar Marmoush played out a 1-1 draw with Iran in Seattle, Washington on Friday to finish in second place of Group G at the FIFA World Cup.Both sides scored inside the op…

England qualify for World Cup knockout stage before Panama clash

England have locked in a place in the knockout stage of the World Cup 2026 ahead of their final group game against Panama on Saturday. The Three Lions are sitting top of Group L o…

Nathaniel Brown: Details of United’s late hijack attempt revealed

Manchester United could do with signing a long-term successor to Luke Shaw this summer.With Tyrell Malacia leaving, the Red Devils currently have the Englishman as their only spec…

World Cup 2026 TV schedule: How to watch every game on BBC and ITV in the UK

The biggest World Cup ever is set to include 104 games across the US, Canada and Mexico

ترحيب لبناني رسمي بالاتفاق مع إسرائيل باعتباره خطوة نحو استعادة السيادة

الرئاسة والحكومة اللبنانيتان ترحبان بالاتفاق مع إسرائيل، معتبرتين أنه يمثل خطوة أولى نحو انسحاب القوات الإسرائيلية واستعادة السيادة على كامل الأراضي اللبنانية #الأخبار ===========…

🚨 Club World Cup: Spain could lose two stars to injury!

Disaster for Spain!What should have been a victory has turned into a nightmare. As soon as the final whistle blew after Spain’s win over Uruguay on matchday three of Group H, all …

Parents booking air-conditioned hotels to keep babies safe in UK heatwave

Hotels report increase in last-minute bookings, including from families attempting to escape hot homesFamilies, including parents with newborn babies, are booking air-conditioned …

نساء بالجيش الروسي.. هل أعادت حرب أوكرانيا صياغة العقيدة العسكرية لموسكو؟

خسائر بشرية غير مسبوقة وحرب تستنزف القوات الروسية باستمرار.. فهل أصبح تجنيد النساء خيارًا تفرضه ضرورات الميدان؟ #الجزيرة #روسيا #أوكرانيا #الجيش_الروسي #حرب_روسيا_أوكرانيا #الجزير…

هل تحول مضيق هرمز إلى ورقة مقايضة إيرانية مفتوحة؟

هل تحول مضيق هرمز إلى ورقة مقايضة إيرانية مفتوحة؟ مزيد من التحليل مع صالح المطيري رئيس مركز المدار للدراسات السياسية #الجزيرة #إيران #أمريكا #لبنان #طهران #مضيق_هرمز #واشنطن #ترمب…

What time is Colombia vs. Portugal? Live stream, TV channel, kickoff schedule for World Cup 2026 match

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Colombia vs. Portugal World Cup match, including where to watch on TV or live stream, what time the game starts and more.

How to fill out World Cup bracket 2026: Sample and tips to help you make the best picks for FIFA champion

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has been full of thrills, surprises, and excitement as 48 teams vie for the one global championship available at the end of the journey.

Newcastle braced for Manchester City approach despite deal for Elliot Anderson

Manchester City are refusing to slow after finalising a club-record deal for Elliot Anderson.Recruitment staff have tracked Sandro Tonali for over 12 months as a potentially key p…

Recently departed Real Madrid midfielder set for emotional return to boyhood club

Dani Ceballos appears to be on the verge of completing a long-awaited return to Real Betis after ending his spell at Real Madrid. The midfielder recently reached an agreement with…

Scott Phelan appointed permanent Everton Women head coach

Former academy star Scott Phelan reflects on ‘amazing opportunity’ after being appointed Everton Women permanent manager

What is the next move for a promising Manchester City centre-back?

Manchester City are blessed to have a plethora of quality centre-backs in their squad. City have experienced defenders such as Ruben Dias, Marc Guehi, Josko Gvardiol and Nathan Ak…

Stats: Barcelona superstar avoids World Cup suspension with masterclass performance vs Uruguay

Spain wrapped up their FIFA World Cup group-stage campaign with a narrow 1-0 victory over Uruguay, but the scoreline only tells part of the story. The match was played at a franti…

New era begins with a rare record as Shreyas Iyer scripts history on India captaincy debut

Shreyas Iyer made a historic captaincy debut for India in T20Is after a significant 63-match absence, the longest such gap before leading the nation. At 31, he also became the thi…

Journalist: Newcastle Eye German World Cup Star as Tonali Exit Talk Raises Midfield Stakes

Newcastle Transfer News: Felix Nmecha Emerges as Midfield TargetNewcastle Face Midfield CrossroadsNewcastle United’s summer has begun to feel less like a transfer window and more …