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HISTORICAL FACTS: World cups | History Defined

Man Utd Star Backed for World Cup Return by Michael Carrick

Harry Maguire represented England in both the 2018 and 2022 World Cups.

Sports Illustrated

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo’s Chase for World Cup Record Rivaled by Mexico Legend

The 2026 World Cup could potentially see three players reach an unprecedented feat.

Sports Illustrated

MLR leaders hail players union deal as US league heads for six-team season

Long-sought collective bargaining agreement sealed after multiple franchise exits and with World Cups looming

The Guardian - US

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Clint Dempsey Lays Down Intense Challenge for USMNT at 2026 World Cup

The former USMNT star scored 57 goals in 141 caps for the Stars and Stripes, playing in three World Cups along the way.

Sports Illustrated

Pan-American victory 'made the decision easier' for Andrew Strohmeyer to miss US Cyclocross Nationals and focus on World Cups

Three-time US 'cross titlist targets full season in Europe to land paid contract with a new team and 'spark more interest in cyclocross in the US'

Cycling News

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Record at World Cups: Appearances, Goals, Results

The all-time great may well be preparing for one last dance in North America next summer.

Sports Illustrated

Suspended Cristiano Ronaldo Reacts to Portugal’s 2026 World Cup Qualification

The forward is now set to join Lionel Messi as the only two players to ever feature in six World Cups.

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Cristiano Ronaldo Rules on Lionel Messi’s World Cup Triumph to Settle GOAT Debate

The Portugal captain reminded the public that Argentina had won two World Cups before Messi.

Sports Illustrated

200 niche, surprising and mind-blowing football facts to help you ace pub quizzes

Here's way more trivia tidbits and football facts than you'll ever need - thank us when they come up in pub quiz questions one day

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Gianni Infantino keeping ‘open mind’ about moving World Cups from summer

President Gianni Infantino says Fifa wants to optimise the football calendar, including switching the World Cup away from its traditional slot

The Guardian - UK

'A pure challenge of athlete versus course' - Former mountain bike world champion Kate Courtney debuts at Leadville 100 after forced rest from wrist surgery

California native forgoes immediate return to MTB World Cups to challenge herself 'like a sprinter taking on a marathon'

Cycling News

Emily Scarratt to become first England player to take part in five World Cups

Scarratt first appeared at the 2010 edition before being part of the side that was victorious in 2014 when England defeated Canada in the final.

The Independent UK

Ilona Maher and US rugby seek breakthrough with sell-out DC doubleheader

Social media star will face Fiji on Saturday before the Eagles men play England. As US World Cups loom, it’s a big moment for the global game

The Guardian - US

‘My dad used to say I’d play for Bolton one day, but soon I was playing at World Cups and in Champions League finals. I’d love to have done it, though’ Owen Hargreaves reveals his Bolton Wanderers regret

Owen Hargreaves achieved many things in his career, but turning out for his dad’s team was not one of them

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Brazil return to their roots with appointment of Carlo Ancelotti

Five-time World Cup winners have their first foreign coach but it reconnects them to a tradition that made them great

The Guardian - UK

Rugby World Cups aren’t adding up for major unions and there is no easy fix

South Africa no longer see hosting as viable and World Rugby is under pressure to deliver for its members

The Guardian - US

Women’s Elite Rugby: new league aims to boost US game and – finally – pay its players

Kittery Wagner Ruiz saw two World Cups as a US Eagle and now coaches the Boston Banshees, one of six semi-pro sides

The Times of India

50 years ago, when India won its 1st, and so far only, hockey World Cup crown

The early 1970s was hard on hockey lovers in India. In an era when anything less than an Olympic hockey gold was considered a failure, only bronze medals had come India’s way after Tokyo 1964. Even in World Cups, a top podium spot was elusive.

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The Independent UK

Steve Harmison thinks time is up for Jos Buttler as England white-ball captain

The team have endured a miserable 18-month period in which they have given up both limited-overs World Cups.

The Independent UK

England captain Jos Buttler admits stakes are high ahead of Afghanistan clash

Buttler’s side, who have lost 17 in 24 and have surrendered both white-ball World Cups in that period, must win Wednesday’s Champions Trophy match.

The Guardian - US

Phaidra Knight, rugby great, set for pro MMA debut at 50: ‘All roads lead to where I am’

After 35 US caps, three World Cups and hall of fame recognition, the former flanker is still a fighter – but now it’s in the octagon, for money

The Times of India

Pakistan have a better record against India in Champions Trophy

India's record against Pakistan in ODI World Cups is overwhelming, but it's Pakistan who have the upper hand when it comes to the Champions Trophy that has returned to the international calendar for the first time since 2017.

The Guardian - US

MLS Year 30: A league at a philosophical crossroads as World Cups loom

America’s top circuit has grown and thrived thanks to mechanisms it now no longer needs

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Players who scored at three or more World Cups

A look at the players who scored in three or more editions of football's biggest tournament...

The Independent UK

Why is so much of football’s power in the hands of ‘two random men’?

IN FOCUS: Football’s lack of democracy is under the spotlight after the bidding process for the 2030 and 2034 World Cups was left with single candidates. As Miguel Delaney writes, it mirrors the executive president structure at the top of the game

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