'World Cup lost its credibility': Blatter says politics overshadowed football
Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter criticised the 2026 World Cup's credibility. He urged fans and associations to reclaim football from political influence. Spain defeated Argentina to win the expanded 48-team tournament. FIFA president Gianni Infantino highlighted record attendance and viewership figures. Despite controversies, the tournament saw strong on-field performances and high viewership.
Andy Burnham’s first Labour cabinet: who’s in and who’s out?
From the Treasury to the Home Office, we look at who is heading up key departments in new PM’s governmentUK politics live – latest updatesBurnham vows his arrival in power will be ‘circuit breaker’ moment for UKSix highlights from Andy Burnham’s first Downing Street speechAndy Burnham has appointed his first cabinet, with the new prime minister rewarding those who have been loyal to his takeover efforts. He had promised to pick his top team from all wings of the party in an effort to show he is...
A World Cup of records, redemption and remarkable stories: How football won the summer
Spain and Argentina fought for the sport's biggest prize right down to the very last kick of extra time, watched by a global audience that dwarfed anything politics could ever hope to command. In the end, the football did what it has always done best, it brought people together, across borders and languages and passports, no matter what was happening outside the stadium gates. That, more than any scoreline, is why this World Cup will be remembered as the biggest and perhaps one of the best ever...
Adam Silver calls Caitlin Clark a 'political football' as the WNBA keeps dodging reality
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver is taking a notably passive approach to the safety of the WNBA's biggest superstar.Rather than directly addressing the repeated physical treatment of Clark, Silver seemed more interested in tamping down the controversy.On Thursday, as Silver addressed Clark's treatment at a CNBC Sports Summit in New York, the commish had an opportunity to demand greater accountability but instead argued that the Clark controversy has been fueled more by politics than by what is happe...
Argentina players hold banner claiming the Falkland Islands after knocking England out of the World Cup
Argentina players hold banner claiming the Falkland Islands after knocking England out of the World CupJANE FRYER: History, politics, national pride... for so many reasons, we won't EVER cry for you, Argentina See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy OLIVIA CHRISTIE, NEWS REPORTER Published: 22:42, 15 July 2026 | Updated: 02:36, 16 July 2026 e-mail 122 shares
JANE FRYER: History, politics, national pride... for so many reasons, we won't EVER cry for you, Argentina
JANE FRYER: History, politics, national pride... for so many reasons, we won't EVER cry for you, ArgentinaREAD MORE: Argentina players hold banner claiming the Falkland Islands See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy JANE FRYER Published: 00:08, 16 July 2026 | Updated: 02:22, 16 July 2026 e-mail 21 View comments
War has nothing to do with England game - Scaloni
War has nothing to do with England game - ScaloniTo play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser.This video can not be playedWar has nothing to do with England game - ScaloniClose00Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni says that history and politics between England and his country will have nothing to do with their World Cup semi-final.READ MORE: We shouldn't confuse politics and football - ScaloniSubsectionWorld CupPublished16 minutes agoShareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout shar...
‘Knocking you out was a huge joy’: reliving the dramas of England v Argentina in 1998 and 2002
How Diego Simeone, Michael Owen and Glenn Hoddle remember the two classic World Cup matches between historical rivalsAmid the acrimony, the wars, the deep history going back to the British invasions of 1806 and 1807, the hand of God and the boot of Beckham, there is also an acknowledgment from those closest to the struggle that England and Argentina make perfect footballing sparring partners.Described as the only trans-continental derby, a rivalry hewn in politics and history as well as football...
How Spain can knock France off their 'World Cup favourites' perch
And so there were four. As it happens, the four still standing at this World Cup are the same quartet who sit atop FIFA's international food chain. A semi-final line-up for the ages. Aren't we lucky?Perhaps this was the inevitable outcome when the draw was seeded in a way that made it impossible for the top-rated nations to meet one another before this stage. But let's not dig into politics. Not now anyway. Two tantalising ties lie in wait, starting with France vs Spain on Tuesday.
Roger Goodell among notable sports figures donating to ex-NFL kicker Jay Feely’s Trump-endorsed House bid
Jay Feely spent years in the NFL trying to deliver in high-pressure moments. Now, the former kicker is facing a different kind of pressure point as Republicans look to protect their slim House majority in November’s midterm elections.Feely hung up his cleats after the 2014 season, closing a career that still leaves him 30th on the NFL’s all-time scoring list. He later spent several years covering games as a broadcaster before making the jump into politics.Feely announced his bid for one of Arizo...
Stacey Dales provides much-needed logic to ESPN's Caitlin Clark coverage, dismantles race-baiter on set
On Thursday, we explained how ESPN has failed to represent more than one side of the Caitlin Clark discourse, acting as if its coverage is indicative of the consensus opinion. Since Clark's debut in the WNBA in 2024, ESPN has often prioritized discussions about identity politics over the product on the court.That was evident when the network chose David Dennis Jr. to fill in for Stephen A. Smith this week on "First Take." Dennis claimed with a straight face that Clark isn't even "one of" the top...
Superstars, politics & hydration breaks: Themes of the World Cup so far
A rest day at the World Cup provides the opportunity to take stock of how the biggest-ever edition has gone so far.
Democrats to choose between progressive and establishment candidate in Michigan as McMorrow drops out of race – US politics live
Candidate Abdul El-Sayed emerges as the party’s frontrunner in the primary campaign after Mallory McMorrow withdrawsHello and welcome to the US politics live blog.Progressive Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed has emerged as the party’s frontrunner in the Michigan primary campaign after Mallory McMorrow dropped out of the race.The bipartisan Ratepayer Protection Act, designed to shield individuals from soaring electricity prices amid the datacenter boom, would fail to meaningfully protect the p...
America's most feared enemy revealed by voters... as they lament the existential threat of domestic economic collapse
America's most feared enemy revealed by voters... as they lament the existential threat of domestic economic collapseSign up for our weekly US Politics newsletterSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy ELINA SHIRAZI, US SENIOR POLITICAL REPORTER Published: 17:03, 4 July 2026 | Updated: 17:05, 4 July 2026 e-mail 15 View comments
What to watch for in Colorado tonight: From the Politics Desk
From the Politics DeskWhat to watch for in Colorado tonight: From the Politics DeskPlus, wrapping up a jam-packed final day of the Supreme Court’s term. Listen to this article with a free profile00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleKornacki: Colorado incumbent Rep. DeGette in ‘serious jeopardy’ as she faces far-left challenger08:33Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJune 30, 2026, 5:45 PM EDTBy The Politics DeskWelcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that brings you the NBC Ne...
UK asylum seekers could have to pay government $13K before applying for settlement
People granted asylum in Britain could have to repay the government about £10,000, roughly more than $13,000, for accommodation and basic living support before they can become eligible to apply for settlement, officials announced on Monday.This comes as immigration has become one of the most important issues in British politics, consistently ranking among voters' top concerns in polling.Under the proposed rules, the government says repayments would be means-tested and limited to adults above an...
Trump's Latest Moves: From Foreign Policy to Personal Profit Amidst Global Tensions
Recent events highlight former President Trump's ongoing influence in American politics and foreign relations, showcasing a mix of personal interests and geopolitical tensions. As tensions escalate in the Middle East, Trump's actions and statements continue to stir debate across the political spectrum.
DAVID MARCUS: In rural Maryland, petty politics takes back seat to World Cup fever
There is a little restaurant here called Henny’s, but I call it the thermometer. In all my travels, this is the best place for me to find out what Americans really care about, which of the machine-gun outrages of the daily news cycle actually saturates.As I said to Tom, who is retired, lives locally and has a beautiful view of the Appalachians from his deck, which I saw on his phone, "Anything that makes it through the mountain passes to this place is real."One issue that has made its way is the...
Sports media gatekeepers try to dictate which American fans are allowed to cheer for Team USA at World Cup
The World Cup is here, the United States men's national team has already won its group, and American fans finally have a chance to rally around a team wearing red, white and blue on home soil.So, of course, the liberal media had to make it weird.Could this just be a cool moment for American soccer? Apparently not.Instead, some of the usual suspects in sports media have decided the World Cup is another opportunity to push every preferred narrative: race, identity politics, Trump, MAGA, immigratio...
Spencer Pratt shares photo of FBI crackdown on Skid Row 'voter fraud': 'What do you notice in the background?'
Spencer Pratt shares photo of FBI crackdown on Skid Row 'voter fraud': 'What do you notice in the background?'SPECIAL OFFER: Sign up to our weekly US politics newsletter and get three FREE months of DailyMail+ HERE See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy LAUREN ACTON-TAYLOR, US NEWS REPORTER Published: 06:37, 20 June 2026 | Updated: 06:37, 20 June 2026 e-mail View comments