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A 16th‑century football, believed to have been owned by Mary, Queen of Scots, is making its way from Scotland to Miami, where it will be showcased ahead of the Brazil‑Scotland World Cup match.
With a spot in the Round of 32 on the line, Scotland prepares to face five‑time champions Brazil in a high‑stakes clash.
Following the council’s ban of DJR Sport Ltd, a new consortium led by Gary McCracken, Jamie Crosbie, Santiago Buesa and Charlie Shaw has been approved to run a Solway Ice Hockey Club team in the National Ice Hockey League’s national division from 2026‑27, pledging community engagement and a stable future for the sport in Dumfries and Galloway.
Yesterday’s action saw Portugal crush Uzbekistan, England hold Ghana, while Croatia and Colombia secured narrow victories; today’s schedule pits Switzerland against Canada and Scotland against Brazil, all tracked on The Athletic’s interactive Pick’Em platform.
A new body has been given the green light to run an ice‑hockey franchise in Dumfries, Scotland, after the council removed the previous operators following a lengthy payment row.
A look at how brothers can represent different countries, the emotional weight of dual loyalties, and the broader push for development in emerging football regions.
Former German World Cup champion Sami Khedira talks about the growing presence of brothers competing for different nations, the emotional tug of heritage, and the responsibilities of Europe in nurturing global talent.
The NFL’s 2026 schedule will feature nine international contests, including new stops in France and Australia, while Scotland eyes its first game amid growing Scottish support in Boston.
From Seattle’s 67,000‑strong sing‑along to political controversies, the classic tune is uniting diverse audiences at the tournament
After more than 650 days on the sidelines, Neymar is nearing a comeback that could influence Brazil's crucial World Cup encounter with Scotland, a match that carries significant implications for group positioning and coaching strategy.
Fan chants linking Donald Trump to Jeffrey Epstein have spread through World Cup venues, prompting the administration to protect the president while he remains absent from matches despite heralding the tournament as a showcase of American power.
The arrival of the World Cup in the US offers a chance to examine a nation’s identity, its global perception, and the role of sport in fostering connection.
An exploration of the growing tension between elite football careers and the demands of parenthood, featuring players who have missed matches for births, faced criticism, and embraced new purpose.
The United States men's team has won its first two World Cup group games, scoring six goals and securing a knockout berth. With key players navigating cautions and health concerns, the final match could set up a clash with traditional powerhouses.
The Athletic offers daily forecasts for the tournament, featuring expert insights, fan predictions and a unique leaderboard that tracks accuracy.
The Athletic’s daily World Cup predictions blend expert insight with a playful competition, recapping Matchday 9’s key results and previewing the decisive fixtures of Matchday 10.
Brazil secured a 3-0 victory over Haiti, with Matheus Cunha scoring twice and Vinicius Junior adding a goal. The win propels Brazil to four points in Group C while Haiti's World Cup dream ends.
Brazil defeated Haiti 3-0 in a World Cup group match, with Matheus Cunha scoring twice and Vinicius Junior adding a goal. The victory was praised by manager Carlo Ancelotti and left Haiti out of contention, while Raphinha departed with a leg injury.
After a half‑century absence, Haiti has secured a spot in the 2026 World Cup, aiming to break new ground despite a tough group that includes Brazil and Morocco.
Brazil’s star forward Neymar is sidelined with a calf injury, while his partner Bruna Biancardi uses her massive Instagram following to rally fans and showcase a lifestyle brand’s role in the recovery narrative.
Fans across Montana gathered to watch the U.S. men’s national team defeat Australia 2‑0, with local venues turning into lively hubs of celebration and unity.
Scotland has opened the 2026 World Cup with an unexpected win, while Morocco looks to translate its star power into a group‑stage triumph.
A French appeals court has confirmed that Achraf Hakimi will stand trial, while his legal team and the plaintiff's counsel weigh in on the case's complexities.
From Canada’s 6‑0 thrashing of Qatar to expert forecasts for the USMNT’s showdown with Australia, the latest round of predictions highlights both surprise results and confident picks across the tournament.