Evening Standard Football

From VAR changes to covering mouths: Every new rule at World Cup 2026

Oli Gent — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:56:05 GMT

FIFA have confirmed new regulations ahead of this summer’s tournament

When is World Cup 2026 opening ceremony? Start time and who is performing at tournament curtain-raiser

Oli Gent — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:49:06 GMT

There will be three opening ceremonies for this year’s World Cup

England World Cup camp hit by 6.1-magnitude earthquake

Alastair Lockhart — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:05:34 GMT

The Three Lions are set to play Costa Rica in Orlando, Florida tomorrow in their last friendly before the World Cup begins

Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal chase Tonali; Chelsea bid; Anderson to Man Utd boost; Liverpool latest

Oli Gent — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:02:33 GMT

Follow all the latest summer window news, rumours and gossip

World Cup 2026 LIVE: Latest news and updates as referee Omar Artan denied entry to United States

Alex Young — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:58:51 GMT

World Cup fever is building with tournament’s opening game just days away

England vs Costa Rica: Thunderstorms could disrupt final World Cup warm-up friendly

George Flood — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:56:13 GMT

Stormy weather is forecast ahead of kick-off in Orlando on Wednesday

Newcastle set Sandro Tonali asking price - but 'figure does not scare' Arsenal and Manchester United

Tashan Deniran-Alleyne — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:07:32 GMT

Man City are also said to be keeping tabs on developments

How to watch England at World Cup 2026 for FREE: Live stream and TV channel for every match

Arthur Ferridge — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:01:52 GMT

Three Lions bid to end six decades of hurt in the United States

How to watch World Cup 2026 for FREE: Live stream and TV channel for every match

Arthur Ferridge — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:01:32 GMT

Tournament kick-off at the Azteca rapidly approaching

World Cup 2026: Every confirmed squad for summer tournament

Arthur Ferridge — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:00:59 GMT

Summer tournament rosters now complete ahead of tournament start

Every World Cup player from London clubs as Arsenal and Chelsea dominate Tottenham

Arthur Ferridge — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:00:53 GMT

Capital set to be well represented at summer tournament

England World Cup 2026 fixtures: Schedule, kick-off times and venues for Three Lions

Oli Gent — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:00:47 GMT

Thomas Tuchel & Co. have a trick group stage to navigate

World Cup 2026 Golden Boot odds: Kylian Mbappe up against Harry Kane, Erling Haaland and Lionel Messi

James Hicken — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:00:41 GMT

The game’s greatest goalscorers line up for tournament’s top individual honour

England route to World Cup 2026 final as former winners lie in wait

Alex Dakers — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:00:19 GMT

England’s group stage performance will dictate path to World Cup glory

World Cup 2026 fixtures: Schedule, kick-off times and venues

Arthur Ferridge — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:00:14 GMT

Three Lions handed favourable kick-off times

Arsenal sack head doctor Zafar Iqbal

Matt Verri — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:04:55 GMT

Gunners chief has been shown the door and the search for his replacement has begun

Nine injured in shooting near England squad's World Cup training ground

Alastair Lockhart — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:56:32 GMT

It was reported that nine adults had gone to various local hospitals with non-life threatening injuries

Arsenal have Morgan Rogers transfer hope as Myles Lewis-Skelly decision made

Matt Verri — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:19:40 GMT

Gunners will not rest of their laurels after winning the Premier League title, with Eli Junior Kroupi also of interest

Mexico vs South Africa: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds

Arthur Ferridge — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:11:46 GMT

The latest edition of the World Cup will open with a nostalgic fixture

Emile Heskey exclusive: 'Morgan Rogers is ready to join Arsenal - but Aston Villa must not sell'

Sam Tabuteau — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:47:12 GMT

Gunners hold interest in England forward but ex-Villan hopes his former club can keep him

Andoni Iraola has sent transfer message to Eli Junior Kroupi as 'Liverpool and Arsenal learn asking price'

Alex Young — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:43:50 GMT

Bournemouth teenager is attracting interest ahead of the summer transfer window

Harry Redknapp exclusive: 'Roberto De Zerbi must rebuild Tottenham around this player'

Arthur Ferridge — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:35:26 GMT

Ahead of a huge summer rebuild, the former Spurs manager has some advice for the current boss

Somali referee Omar Artan to miss World Cup after being denied US entry visa

Michael Howie — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:41:31 GMT

Omar Artan was reportedly turned away at Miami International Airport last weekend despite possessing valid travel documents

West Ham co-owner David Sullivan accused of preying on women for sex

Ted Hennessey and Matt Watts — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:19:17 GMT

Allegations published by BBC Panorama and The Times with Sullivan denying the claims

France 3-1 Northern Ireland: Michael Olise hits stunning hat-trick as Les Bleus send World Cup warning shot

Ian Parker — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:39:09 GMT

Bayern Munich star laid claim to starting berth as Didier Deschamps fielded first-choice team

Jose Mourinho dream Real Madrid signings revealed as 'Arsenal star tops list'

Arthur Ferridge — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:47:58 GMT

Portuguese hoping to revolutionise porous defence

England vs Costa Rica: World Cup 2026 friendly prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h, odds

Arthur Ferridge — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:56:18 GMT

Three Lions have one last chance to prepare for group stage

Jurrien Timber: Netherlands confirm huge injury blow as Arsenal star ruled out of World Cup

Arthur Ferridge — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:52:53 GMT

Dutchman missed much of the Premier League run-in

World Cup: John McGinn reveals Scotland priority after Norway friendly row

Arthur Ferridge — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:18:56 GMT

Steve Clarke was branded ‘unprofessional’ after calling off behind-closed-doors friendly citing injury concerns

Christian Eriksen issues statement after collapsing during Denmark friendly

Arthur Ferridge — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:30:08 GMT

Dane thanked doctors and confirmed he is recovering well after latest heart scare

Fulham confirm Harry Wilson new contract talks as Raul Jimenez set to leave on a free

Alex Young — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:19:09 GMT

Star forward’s current deal will expire on June 30

Manchester United eye shock move for another Chelsea star after Cole Palmer links

George Flood — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:14:46 GMT

Old Trafford could yet be surprise alternative destination for Blues regular this summer