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• USA vs Australia LIVE: Early goal sends Seattle into meltdown as USMNT close in on World Cup knockouts19 June 2026, 7:46 pm
  Follow Daily Mail Sport's live coverage for all the latest updates and team news as the United States take on Australia in Group D at the 2026 World Cup... 
  
• Injury update on Bukayo Saka and Marcus Rashford with England pair managing fitness issues ahead of Ghana clash19 June 2026, 7:46 pm
  CRAIG HOPE: Rashford came from the bench during Wednesday's 4-2 win over Croatia and impressed when scoring his side's final goal.
  
• Revealed: Eye-watering sum Fox is set to make from 'hydration break' commercials alone at FIFA World Cup19 June 2026, 7:37 pm
  Doctors recommend active adults drink between 80 and 100 ounces of water daily, and Rupert Murdoch couldn't agree more. See how much his Fox Sports is making off of the World Cup hydration breaks.
  
• American World Cup fans left baffled by '2x speed' national anthem as embarrassed players struggle to keep up with the words19 June 2026, 7:37 pm
  Both teams had won their first fixtures in the tournament - America against Paraguay and Australia against Turkey - so vibes were high as both countries eyed a spot in the knockout stages.
  
• Roy Keane lays into World Cup WAGs - as Man United legend insists 'most of them are separated a year later' following show of support for stars19 June 2026, 7:34 pm
  The partners and wives of England's football team have been out in the US in support of their other halves as they look to win a major international tournament for the first time since 1966.
  
• Have YOU been paying attention during the World Cup? Take on CRAIG HOPE's ultimate quiz by signing up for our daily newsletter - World Cup Unfiltered19 June 2026, 7:33 pm
  Red cards, empty seats and on-air profanities, the World Cup hasn't failed to provide talking points - and we're only one week into the competition.
  
• Thierry Henry and Zlatan Ibrahimovic celebrate as divisive Alexi Lalas is moved from Fox's main World Cup studio: 'You're welcome America'19 June 2026, 7:32 pm
  After a number of awkward moments between the trio in the early days of the World Cup, Lalas traveled to Seattle for the USMNT's second group game against Australia on Friday afternoon.
  
• Mary Earps seals WSL return with London City Lionesses after PSG exit - as ambitious club plot blockbuster summer with Alexia Putellas linked to join controversial former England star19 June 2026, 7:31 pm
  Mary Earps has confirmed her return to the Women's Super League after two seasons away, following the completion of her move to London City Lionesses.
  
• Gary Lineker to make shock ITV World Cup appearance as axed former BBC presenter defects to arch rivals a year on from explosive antisemitism row19 June 2026, 7:29 pm
  In what would seem to be a two-fingered salute to his former bosses at the BBC , the former Match Of The Day anchor will work for its rival broadcaster in what insiders are describing as 'a guest appearance'.
  
• Horrific shooting erupts at World Cup watch party in LA as 19-year-old is arrested and victim, 50, is hospitalized19 June 2026, 7:27 pm
  The Los Angeles Police Department arrested a 19-year-old suspect on Thursday after a shooting at a World Cup watch party left a 50-year-old hospitalized with multiple bullet wounds.
  
• Tottenham have no plans to reunite Mason Greenwood with former manager Roberto De Zerbi - while Leeds remain keen on Harry Wilson: WINDOW WATCH19 June 2026, 7:07 pm
  The transfer window is now open until September 1 and it's sure to be a busy period with clubs looking to make big signings ahead of next season. Here are today's latest developments...
  
• Australia coach Tony Popovic makes another huge team selection choice as goalscoring pair against Turkiye are left on the bench for USA clash19 June 2026, 6:39 pm
  Australia coach Tony Popovic has made a huge change to his team to take on USA, in the Socceroos second game at the 2026 World Cup.
  
• British World Cup influencer complains his fiancée is being catcalled, abused and 'sexualised just for existing' by rowdy England fans in America19 June 2026, 6:33 pm
  Ellis Platten, 28, has blown up in popularity in recent months, with his 'Away Days' YouTube channel accumulating nearly 650,000 subscribers in the build-up to the tournament.
  
• Trump's World Cup chief opens the door to new Iran 'discussions' after team's furious complaints about 'oppressive' travel restrictions19 June 2026, 6:31 pm
  DANIEL MATTHEWS IN SEATTLE: Iran vowed to complain to FIFA over restrictions 'imposed by the organizers' after claiming their team was being treated differently to the other 47 countries
  
• Chelsea transfer briefing: What they're doing with the £52m Marc Cucurella fee, the truth about Ethan Nwaneri and Lucas Bergvall rumours - and one striker must leave19 June 2026, 5:50 pm
  Chelsea have sold Marc Cucurella to Real but still have work to do, this being a big transfer window if they are to get back in the Champions League. Here's the latest from inside Stamford Bridge.