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Lionel Messi’s dad under medical supervision with health problem as family give statement

Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge Messi, is currently ‘under medical supervision’ with an unspecified health issue. The family confirmed Jorge has been experiencing a health problem amid numerous rumours. Messi has made a stunning start to the World Cup despite the health issue his dad is experiencing Getty It’s also been revealed that Jorge is ‘progressing favourably with the condition he’s…

Declan Rice: Calafiori ‘one of my best friends, Italy an amazing country’

Declan Rice took a moment to speak about his friendship with Italy international Riccardo Calafiori...

Lionel Messi's family release health update on father Jorge after tears at World Cup

A statement has been released by Lionel Messi's family following the claims that the Argentina superstar's father Jorge is dealing with health problems while the World Cup continues

In 72 years of World Cup history, Scotland have known only failure and glorious failure... but could the dreams of a nation finally be about to come true against Morocco in Boston?

For 72 years, blind faith and optimism have been the faithful travelling companions of the Tartan Army footsoldier at the outset of a World Cup.

Cristiano Ronaldo given uncomfortable World Cup reality check by billionaire former Man Utd star

Cristiano Ronaldo found things difficult on his first appearance for Portugal at World Cup 2026 and has been given some pointed advice

New Zealand make World Cup history with first mother-son duo

New Zealand make history as Tyler and Jenny Bindon become the first mother-son duo to play at the World Cup.

Full hearts, empty kegs, can't lose: Scotland's Tartan Army takes over World Cup

Scotland's Tartan Army has been one of the stories of the 2026 World Cup so far, drinking its way through Boston and bringing bonhomie, passion and national pride after nearly 30 years away from the tournament.

THE ANALYST - Ayyoub Bouaddi: Why Arsenal want 18-year-old Morocco star who tore Brazil apart, the rivals for his signature and what he must improve on before being ready for the Premier League

THE ANALYST - Ayyoub Bouaddi: He does not turn 19 until October, but already he has Scotland trembling in their boots ahead of their Friday night clash in Foxborough.

Neymar to miss Brazil's game against Haiti

Scotland latest: Clarke to address media ahead of Morocco game

Milan criticised for ‘amateurish’ Krösche negotiations despite €10m salary offer

Reports in Germany claim that Milan offered Eintracht Frankfurt director Markus Krösche a staggering salary...

Why England could leapfrog Spain in the FIFA World Rankings during the World Cup group stage

England started World Cup 2026 ranked fourth in the world but are on track to pass the European champions

Thomas Tuchel 'under immense pressure' as Jurgen Klopp speaks out on England at World Cup

Thomas Tuchel took charge of his first England match at a major tournament with the Three Lions coming out as 4-2 winners over Croatia.

🏅 Best XI of World Cup round one has Vozinha and a powerhouse attack

With the end of the first round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Opta released its Team of the Round featuring the players who impressed the most.Now that the national teams have taken the field, it’s po...

Rio Ferdinand makes U-turn on Marcus Rashford's Man Utd future with new claim - 'Is it time?'

Rio Ferdinand has weighed in on Marcus Rashford's future after the England forward scored against Croatia

World Cup captains to take stance against hate speech amid soaring social media abuse

Fifa revealed it has deleted almost 400,000 abusive posts during this year’s tournament already

The bizarre tactics taking over the 2026 World Cup as teams copy PSG success

The early stages of the World Cup have seen a trend of teams deliberately kicking the ball out of play for a throw-in in the opponents' half rather than keeping possession

CBF confirms Neymar's status for Brazil's next Copa match

It’s official now!Neymar will not travel to Philadelphia, where Brazil faces Haiti this Friday (19), in the second matchday of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to a statement from the CBF press of...

'Armed killer' at large near England's World Cup base after four separate shootings

An alleged shooter is on the run from police after an attack in the area of the England World Cup training base.

Stats lay bare Atlético-MG's defensive frailties in 2026

Atlético-MG is using the break for the World Cup to try to solve a chronic problem: the instability of its defense. Data from the 2026 Brazilian Championship shows a worse performance than last year,...

The World Cup is here – What the US fan needs to know about English football culture, from a lifer

The most-watched sports competition in the world has arrived on the shores of North America - here is a brief guide to English football culture by Matthew G Cooper

Palestine FA makes ‘sportswashing’ vow after Republic of Ireland agree to play Israel behind closed doors

Republic of Ireland have agreed to play Israel behind closed doors later this year

Kylian Mbappe's threat to World Cup referee spotted by lip reader after controversy

Kylian Mbappe appeared to speak to the referee during France's FIFA World Cup opener against Senegal

Thierry Henry names his favourites for World Cup 2026 - and it's not England

France legend Thierry Henry has had his say on the runners and riders in North America