Grist
FIFA Has No Plan for Wildfire Smoke at World Cup Final, Because That Would Require Foresight
FIFA heads into the World Cup final with no wildfire smoke plan, because apparently orange skies are just part of the aesthetic now.
2026-07-19
Grist
2026-07-14
The Guardian Europe
France Wants Revenge on Spain, Which Is Basically the Plot of Every Soccer Rivalry Ever
France wants revenge on Spain for Euro 2024, because apparently holding a grudge is part of the training regimen. Coach says no revenge, but the players are ready to deliver.
2026-07-13
The Guardian Europe
Diego Forlán to Temporarily Manage Uruguay After Bielsa’s World Cup Blame Game Exit
Former striker Diego Forlán steps in as Uruguay’s temporary manager after Bielsa’s World Cup ouster, bringing his Golden Boot and a coaching resume that’s seen better days.
2026-07-12
The Guardian Europe
VAR's 'Mistaken Identity' Rule Leaves Swiss Forward in Tears, World Cup Dreams in Tatters
VAR's expanded 'mistaken identity' rule turns a Swiss equalizer into a red-card disaster, leaving Breel Embolo in tears and Switzerland's World Cup dreams in the dust.
2026-07-07
The Guardian Europe
Egypt Has Salah, Argentina Has Messi: World Cup Showdown Set for Tuesday
Mohamed Salah relishes his redemption and sets sights on Lionel Messi as Egypt prepares to face Argentina in a World Cup knockout showdown.
2026-07-06
The Guardian
England's World Cup Win Causes 332,000 Pupils to Vanish from Classrooms, Possibly to Practice 'It's Coming Home'
England's World Cup victory causes 332,000 pupils to skip school, proving that 'it's coming home' is a more compelling lesson plan than algebra.
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