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Pubs and bars across England and Wales will stay open until 5 a.m. on Monday for the World Cup clash with Mexico, a move welcomed by hospitality firms and fans alike.
Harry Kane's two goals against the Democratic Republic of Congo highlighted England's reliance on the striker, but concerns over the team's overall cohesion and the upcoming test against Mexico remain.
Pubs and bars in England and Wales will stay open until 5 a.m. on Monday to broadcast the World Cup clash with Mexico, a move that bypasses usual licensing requirements and aims to support the hospitality sector.
As the 2026 World Cup approaches, soaring temperatures in the United States test players' endurance and prompt innovative cooling tactics, while public health officials urge vigilance.
England's World Cup campaign has been built around Harry Kane, but questions linger over the team's balance and depth as they prepare for the last‑16 clash with Mexico.
France tops the standings with Kylian Mbappe leading the scoring, Mexico advances unbeaten, and several under‑dogs prepare for decisive matches.
The 2026 World Cup in the United States has turned into a unique crossover event where soccer stars try their hand at baseball, offering fans a glimpse of cross‑sport camaraderie.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo's football team has qualified for the World Cup knockout phase after 52 years, uniting a nation across political and ethnic divides, while diaspora supporters and visa restrictions shape the story.
The introduction of three‑minute hydration breaks has split matches into 22‑minute quarters, giving coaches a tactical window that is reshaping gameplay, substitutions and statistical trends.
From Dallas to Seattle, every match at the 2026 World Cup will feature timed hydration pauses, a measure that could alter the rhythm of football while offering broadcasters new commercial slots.
The opening knockout match between South Africa and Canada introduces scheduled hydration breaks that have sparked discussion among fans, broadcasters, and governing bodies.
A look at how England clinched a round‑of‑32 berth, how an algorithm narrowed the gap with pundits, and what to expect from the next set of high‑stakes fixtures.
Predictions highlight France’s dominance, Messi’s legacy, and potential shocks like an early U.S. exit, while fan cultures from Argentina, Scotland and Ecuador add vibrant energy.
The last day of group play at the 2026 FIFA World Cup features decisive matches that will determine which teams progress to the knockout stage, with storylines around veteran midfielders and rested superstars.
With the last group‑stage fixtures set to conclude, teams battle for knockout spots, featuring Portugal’s showdown with Colombia, Argentina’s match without Lionel Messi from the start, and strategic calculations that could reshape the bracket.
The latest push for hydration breaks in football has ignited a firestorm of criticism, with players, coaches and fans questioning the sport's growing commercial agenda.
A handshake snub at the World Cup has ignited debate over player conduct amid serious legal allegations.
Despite 80% possession and 19 shots, England settled for a 0-0 draw against Ghana, a result that cements their progression but leaves fans yearning for more incisive play.
During a World Cup clash, England defender Djed Spence declined to shake hands with Ghana’s Thomas Partey, a player facing multiple sexual‑assault allegations. The gesture sparked praise and raised questions about the place of accused athletes in international sport.
Thomas Tuchel's approach seeks to draw opponents into deeper positions, but a low‑block Ghana side exposed its limits, prompting England to rethink their strategy.
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.
England and Ghana played to a 0-0 draw in their second World Cup Group L match, with England controlling the ball but unable to convert dominance into goals.
A head collision between Reece James and Jordan Ayew prompted former NFL player Mark Schlereth to question soccer players' resilience, igniting a backlash that highlights evolving concussion rules in the tournament.
England and Ghana settled for a 0‑0 draw in a tightly contested World Cup group match, marked by tactical rigidity, hydration breaks and contentious refereeing.