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• England vs Croatia - World Cup LIVE: Live score, team news and updates as Thomas Tuchel's starting XI is 'leaked' - and fans and WAGs hit Dallas17 June 2026, 2:30 pm
  England are finally ready to join the World Cup party - and get underway with their opening game against Croatia in Group L tonight.
  
• Reason for Lionel Messi's tears revealed: Insider opens up on 'serious health problem' that has left Argentina superstar devastated17 June 2026, 2:27 pm
  The story came to light on Tuesday night after Messi cried on the pitch in Kansas City, immediately after scoring his first ever World Cup hat-trick to ensure a 3-0 win over Algeria.
  
• Lionel Messi makes World Cup history as Argentina great equals goal record with dazzling hat-trick in 3-0 win over Algeria17 June 2026, 2:19 pm
  OLIVER SALT IN KANSAS CITY: The boyish looks may no longer be there, but exactly 20 years on from his World Cup debut Messi proved his magic is very much still alive and kicking.
  
• Revealed: Kylian Mbappe's World Cup goal celebration is a tribute to JAMES CORDEN - days after his Fox TV colleague labelled the Brit host a 'w****r' on air17 June 2026, 2:19 pm
  The Real Madrid superstar, 27, surpassed Olivier Giroud to become Les Bleus's all-time leading goalscorer with a brace at the MetLife Stadium on Tuesday night.
  
• Ryan Giggs, 52, soaks in the Caribbean sunshine with lingerie model girlfriend - 14 years his junior - while his Class of 92 teammates live it up in New York for the World Cup17 June 2026, 2:17 pm
  The couple, who share a child together, appeared smitten as they enjoyed a dip in the ocean on a beach near Bridgetown, Barbados, on Wednesday.
  
• With Harry Kane's provider in chief at Bayern Munich and national idol James Rodriguez, Colombia return to the World Cup on a wave of optimism17 June 2026, 2:15 pm
  After a lengthy World Cup slump, Colombia come to Mexico City's Estadio Azteca chanting 'we're back.'
  
• Socceroos World Cup hero Nestory Irankunda's brother is charged over alleged 'offensive or disorderly' incident with police17 June 2026, 2:11 pm
  Socceroos World Cup hero Nestory Irankunda's older brother has been charged with a raft of offences after allegedly clashing with police in South Australia .
  
• Hull City fighting to avoid Premier League points deduction - before first season after promotion starts - as owner admits they must sell players17 June 2026, 1:55 pm
  The Tigers must sell players before the end of the month to avoid punishment after overspending by about £6million in their profit and sustainability (PSR) calculation.
  
• Revealed: Eye-watering sum Fox is set to make from 'hydration break' commercials alone at FIFA World Cup17 June 2026, 1:35 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.
  
• The four key battles which will decide England vs Croatia: The Tottenham teenager who could lock up Harry Kane, why 40-year-old Luka Modric can still cause damage - and the crucial two clashes on the flanks17 June 2026, 1:25 pm
  England kick off their World Cup campaign against Croatia in Texas at 9pm UK time. It's a repeat of the devastating 2018 World Cup semi-final, which England lost 2-1.
  
• Jose Mourinho's Premier League raid: Real Madrid confirm signing of Man City veteran Bernardo Silva... days after Marc Cucurella agrees £51.8m move from Chelsea17 June 2026, 1:13 pm
  Real Madrid have announced the signing of Bernardo Silva - picking up the 31-year-old free agent to bolster Jose Mourinho's squad. 
  
• Crying Lionel Messi reveals he's suffering mystery personal heartbreak after equalling World Cup's goal record - with his wife watching in the stands17 June 2026, 12:45 pm
  The Argentinian broke down in tears after curling home a stunning strike to open the scoring just 17 minutes into the match. Messi, who turns 39 in a week, dazzled.
  
• Arsenal close in on Northern Ireland teen, Derby eye return for former Liverpool star and Bernardo Silva seals Real switch after trophy-laden Man City career: WINDOW WATCH17 June 2026, 12:32 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...
  
• Danny Rohl's Rangers departure FINALLY confirmed... with Derek McInnes ready to replace him17 June 2026, 12:28 pm
  Rangers have finally confirmed the departure of head coach Danny Rohl to Red Bull Salzburg 'by mutual agreement' - paving the way for Derek McInnes to join the Ibrox club from Hearts.
  
• Croatia's most famous fan leads claims in her country that 'bragging' England are ARROGANT - as underdogs predict the Three Lions will lose their World Cup opener17 June 2026, 12:10 pm
  Ivana Knoll - a Croatian model and attention-seeker-in-chief from the Adriatic nation -believes Luka Modric and Co. will have another strong tournament due to their togetherness.