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Haiti v Scotland: World Cup 2026 – live
Key eventsPreambleBack when Kenny McClean put the cherry on the cake of Scotland’s dramatic playoff win against Denmark in November, the concept of this game was a cause for...
‘No soccer fans here’: World Cup fever fails to grip Texas Republicans
Greg Abbott, the governor of Texas, has just finished a 25-minute address and most of the hits have been played. The radical Democrats must be destroyed in November’s midterms;...
Muheim’s late own goal gives Qatar dramatic World Cup draw against Switzerland
Qatar celebrated their first World Cup point in a 1-1 draw against Switzerland after Miro Muheim headed in a stoppage-time own goal to send the Gulf nation into jubilation....
Brazil v Morocco: World Cup 2026 – live
Key eventsPreambleWhile it was always a reach to project this tournament would feel like 104 Super Bowls, some matchups inevitably fit the blockbuster billing. Brazil and Morocco’s opener in...
Being the best in Asia is no longer enough for Japan seeking World Cup breakthrough | Jonathan Wilson
In 2002 there was a sense that Japan had slightly missed an opportunity. South Korea may have enjoyed the benefit of some favourable refereeing, but they also impressed. They...
World Custard Pie Championships 2026 – in pictures
The championships, which take place in Maidstone, Kent, were dreamed up as a way of raising funds for Coxheath village hall about 50 years ago Continue reading... Source...
Qatar v Switzerland: World Cup 2026 – live
Key eventsSome of the news stories from the first Saturday of the tournament.ShareHere’s the Qatari star man.Akram Afif profile. Akram Afif profile.ShareSunderland fans will be looking forward to seeing...
Bryce powers Scotland to maiden Women’s T20 World Cup win against Ireland
Scotland notched up a historic maiden World Cup win on Saturday, coming out on top against Ireland by 40 runs. The Scotland captain, Kathryn Bryce, struck a powerful 60...
