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• Ian Maxwell needs to step up instead of being an annoying blusterer who diverts the focus from the big issues!5 July 2026, 8:09 am
  Ian Maxwell's schtick of diverting the focus from big issues away to 'hysterical' reactions from media or punters or whoever is becoming tiresome.
  
• England security reveal Mexico fans' noisy late-night hotel siege FAILED to rattle Thomas Tuchel's side ahead of crunch last-16 World Cup clash - as amused players joke the atmosphere is more hostile at Everton!5 July 2026, 8:05 am
  CHARLOTTE DALY IN MEXICO CITY: An England security official dismissed suggestions the squad's preparations had been disrupted when speaking to Daily Mail Sport outside the hotel.
  
• BBC newsreader goes viral for the unbelievable way she pronounces 'Socceroos': 'Said it like the team is a Greek player'5 July 2026, 7:29 am
  Veteran anchor Jane Hill has become a sensation with Aussies who cannot get over the way she spoke the name of the national team.
  
• Paraguay keeper throws ball at Kylian Mbappe after handshake snub before France players brawl with their rivals in feisty World Cup clash5 July 2026, 7:20 am
  Les Bleus advanced to the last 16 of the tournament after earning a narrow 1-0 victory in Philadelphia, with Mbappe firing home the winner from the penalty spot in the 70th minute.
  
• England fans face nervous wait as Mexican authorities issue latest thunderstorm warning for late night World Cup last-16 clash - but half-time show to go ahead despite delay fears5 July 2026, 6:30 am
  Mexican authorities have warned thunderstorms are expected during the first half of the England's World Cup last-16 tie with the co-hosts, which could lead to the tie being suspended.
  
• World Cup Breakfast: Kylian Mbappe helps France overcome Paraguay's 'dark arts', Jesse Marsch baffles with post-match claim, match highlights - and what to look out for today5 July 2026, 6:03 am
  Hello and welcome to Daily Mail Sport's World Cup Breakfast from day 25 at the tournament - your one-stop shop for everything you've missed overnight in North America.
  
• Cape Verde touched the hearts of the footballing world with their bravery against Messi... but here in Scotland, all we felt were pangs of jealousy5 July 2026, 6:00 am
  The camera cuts to a young boy, mop of curls, maybe eight or nine years old, tears streaming down his face and using his fingers to form a love heart aimed towards the field.
  
• How Brazil have fallen in love with 'Don' Carlo Ancelotti and why their European revolution could finally end World Cup drought - even if it means waving goodbye to 'Jogo Bonito', writes MATT BARLOW and JOSUE SEIXAS5 July 2026, 6:00 am
  'In Don' Carlo they are learning to trust. At least that was the theme of hundreds of new memes born in a nation increasingly obsessed with the infinite scroll of social media.
  
• World Cup Unfiltered Poll: Will England crumble at the Azteca tonight?5 July 2026, 5:00 am
  Thomas Tuchel's side face a daunting challenge in Mexico, with the Three Lions looking to banish the ghosts of 1986 to secure a place in the last eight at the World Cup.
  
• Paraguay's World Cup 'disgrace': Furious BBC pundits savage 'embarrassing' South Americans after last-16 clash descended into chaos with 'dirty' tactics - as Kylian Mbappe hits back with F-bomb response5 July 2026, 4:21 am
  Paraguay have been branded a 'disgrace' and 'embarrassing' for the dirty tactics they used in their 1-0 World Cup defeat by France. 
  
• 'Cringeworthy' Canada coach Jesse Marsch is slammed for bizarre comment during post-match TV interview after his team crashed out of the World Cup5 July 2026, 2:11 am
  The Canadian national team was sent packing from the 2026 tournament on Saturday afternoon after suffering a brutal 3-0 defeat at the hands of Morocco.
  
• Thomas Tuchel admits England are feeling the effect of altitude in Mexico as he opens up on difficulty sleeping ahead of World Cup clash5 July 2026, 1:44 am
  But the Three Lions head coach believes his players will be ready to write a 'new chapter' of history when they take on the co-hosts in the Azteca Stadium at 7,200ft above sea level on Sunday night.
  
• Get ready for an England all-nighter! How FIFA's weather rules could lead to agonising World Cup wait for fans as forecast reveals storms in Mexico 'increasingly likely'5 July 2026, 1:29 am
  Any delay will impact the millions of England fans who will be watching at home or in pubs across the country as it will push the game even further into the early hours of the morning.
  
• England legends of 1986 reveal the brutal reality of playing at the Azteca and what Thomas Tuchel's stars will face in Mexico - and why long-range strikes may be key to victory in World Cup last-16 clash5 July 2026, 1:12 am
  IAN LADYMAN IN MEXICO CITY: It has taken Peter Shilton years to come to terms with it. Peter Reid gets asked about it most days. Terry Butcher's route through the pain is driven by humour.
  
• Thomas Tuchel's identity conundrum: England boss promised a shift in Three Lions' tournament psyche but has fallen into same pattern he claims blighted Gareth Southgate - so, will it finally click at the Azteca?5 July 2026, 1:01 am
  CRAIG HOPE IN MEXICO CITY: Where is the identity, beyond relying on Harry Kane or Jude Bellingham to produce big moments? Where is the clarity to their play? The rhythm?