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FBI boss details how agency secured record-shattering FIFA World Cup and more top headlines
This piece is Fox News’ “Fox News First” morning newsletter, a digest of top overnight and morning headlines rather than a single news story. It leads with FBI Director Kash Patel’s account of how the bureau secured the record-breaking FIFA World Cup, alongside continuing coverage of US military strikes on Iran and other major domestic…
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Why Beckham was face of World Cup in the US
David Beckham has emerged as the unmistakable commercial face of the 2026 World Cup in the United States, appearing in advertising campaigns for 11 brands including McDonald’s, Major League Soccer, Stella Artois, Home Depot and Bank of America. While current stars such as Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham, Lamine Yamal and Lionel Messi dominate on the…
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Trump and Infantino booed at World Cup final – video
Donald Trump and Fifa president Gianni Infantino were booed by spectators at the World Cup final trophy ceremony, held at the New York New Jersey stadium on Sunday. The reaction unfolded after Spain beat defending champions Argentina 1-0 to win the tournament, with jeers ringing out as the two men walked onto the pitch for…
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Angel Reese’s latest WNBA controversy shows how victimhood became central to her brand
An Outkick opinion piece argues that WNBA star Angel Reese has built much of her public persona around presenting herself as a victim, citing her recent reaction to the league suspending Chicago Sky coach Tyler Marsh (referred to in league statements around a “protected species” remark). The article contends this pattern extends across her interactions…
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Labour axes school holiday meal vouchers as Burnham faces legitimacy poll and Spain win World Cup
Labour has scrapped holiday meal vouchers despite backing them in opposition, while a poll suggests PM Andy Burnham is struggling to convince southern voters he represents them. Elsewhere, Spain beat Argentina to win the World Cup, and Brian May turns 79.
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Best goal, best player, best fans – BBC reporters’ World Cup awards
The BBC’s football team have marked the end of the 2026 World Cup with their own set of awards, celebrating the standout moments from a tournament spanning 104 matches over almost six weeks across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Chief football writer Phil McNulty selected his goal and save of the tournament, while other…
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Spain are world champions | World Cup Daily
Spain have been crowned world champions after winning the 2026 World Cup, a result discussed on the Guardian’s World Cup Daily podcast. The episode reflects on the tournament’s conclusion and what Spain’s triumph means for the team and the wider competition. Host Max Rushden was joined by football writers Barry Glendenning, John Brewin, Jonathan Wilson…
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Fenerbahce possible qualifying opponents for Hearts
Hearts, Rangers, Motherwell and Hibernian have discovered their possible opponents in the next round of European qualifying, following Monday’s draws. Hearts will face either Fenerbahce or Gornik Zabrze in the Champions League if they overcome Sturm Graz, while Rangers, seeded in the Europa League third qualifying round, have been paired with Polish side Jagiellonia Bialystok.…
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Villa sign Wolves midfielder Gomes in £38m deal
Aston Villa have completed the signing of Brazil midfielder Joao Gomes from Wolves for £38m, comprising an initial £34m plus £4m in add-ons. The move follows the serious knee injury sustained by Villa’s Amadou Onana on World Cup duty with Belgium, which left the club short in midfield, particularly after also selling Youri Tielemans to…
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‘Medal guarantee’ Wiffen ready for Commonwealth Games
Olympic champion Daniel Wiffen says his 2022 Commonwealth Games silver medal still motivates him ahead of this year’s Games in Glasgow, describing it as the catalyst that launched his swimming career. The Northern Irishman, who has since won Olympic, World and European gold, is aiming for redemption and hopes to claim at least one gold…