World Cup 2026

FIFA president Gianni Infantino

Kudos to the Scottish FA - they took the only option against FIFA Alan Pattullo

FIFA president Gianni Infantino pictured at the World Cup final

Scottish football stands behind UEFA decision to boycott World Cup

The shirt worn by Pele during the 1958 World Cup final sold for £3.6m at a Sotheby's auction in New York

Summer of sport brings investment opportunity from priceless memories

A number of former Celtic heroes have landed praise for their punditry work during the World Cup 2026. Cr: Getty Images.

Ex-Celtic trio named alongside Scotland captain in best pundits list

The complete list of team to have won the World Cup since 1930, how many times they have won it and how they did it. Cr: Martin Rickett/PA

The full list of every nation to have to won the World Cup

Here's where the next World Cup will take place in 2030. Cr: Getty Images.

When is the next World Cup and where will it take place?

Everything you need to know about the World Cup 2026 final and the closing ceremony, including who will be performing. Cr: Getty Images.

The full list of performers at the World Cup 2026 half time show

Scotsman football writer Alan Pattullo outside Cheers bar in Boston.

Inside my Scotland World Cup adventure on work trip of a lifetime

Spain's Mikel Merino celebrates after their semi-final victory over France. They now play Argentina in the final (Picture: Carl Recine)

Despite Trump and Infantino, this World Cup has been a success Stephen Jardine

Here are the 10 highest rated midfidlders at the World Cup 2026. Cr: Nick Potts/PA

Here are the 10 highest performing midfielders at the World Cup 2026

Paraguay knocked Germany out of the World Cup.

World Cup 2026: The full knockout bracket and all match results so far

Jude Bellingham reacts after the defeat by Argentina in the World Cup semi-final at Atlanta Stadium.

England regrets as World Cup final dream dies at hands of Messi magic

Here are the top 20 away kits at this summer's World Cup ranked. Cr: Getty Images/SNS Group.

Here are top 20 away kits at the World Cup 2026 ranked in order

Which Scottish Premiership players performed best at the World Cup this summer? Cr: Getty Images.

All 20 Scottish Premiership stars who appeared at the World Cup ranked

What is England's record against Argentina? Cr: Getty Images.

When did England last beat Argentina? Complete head to head record

Here are the 10 highest rated goalkeepers at the World Cup 2026 - and their chances of winning the Golden Glove. Cr: Getty Images.

Here are the 10 top rated goalkeepers at the World Cup 2026

Who is the favourite to win the Golden Boot at the World Cup 2026? Cr: Getty Images.

The 5 players who can win the Golden Boot award at the World Cup

Andrew Dobbie, a member of the Delta Air Lines cabin crew, the traffic cone and Danny Campbell pose for a picture on the flight to the US

Scotland-Boston affair blossoms as they love 'hallowed traffic cone' Scotsman comment

Lionel Messi and Harry Kane will be key men for Argentina and England in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final in Atlanta.

Why England v Argentina remains ultimate World Cup rivalry

Electronic price tags, like these in a shop in France, enable the cost of goods to be changed quickly and easily (Picture: Riccardo Milani/Hans Lucas)

Dynamic pricing could become the 'new normal' for everything we buy Ian Johnston

Football fans have lost an average of three hours of sleep per match over the past five weeks

World Cup disrupts UK work routines

FIFA president Gianni Infantino supports expanding the World Cup to 64 teams.

How a 64-team World Cup would work as Fifa consider expansion

Jayden Adams (r), in action against Mexico in the opening game of the World Cup 2026, has died at the age of 25. Cr: Getty Images.

World Cup star dies just weeks after playing at tournament

Nico Raskin reacts as Belgium are knocked out of the World Cup via a late Spain strike at the SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Los Angeles. Cr: Getty Images.

Raskin suffers late World Cup heartbreak as Belgium exit in LA

Which teams are still in the World Cup 2026 - and who has been knocked out? Cr: Getty Images.

The full list of teams knocked out of the World Cup 2026

Some Scots will doubtless be joining in Norway fans' rowing-based chant when they take on England in the World Cup (Picture: Justin Setterfield)

Why Scots should ditch their tedious 'Anyone But England' attitude John McLellan

Scotland midfielder Ryan Christie, left, pictured playing in the Genesis Scottish Pro-Am at The Renaissance Club with Scott Brown, centre, and Shane Lowry

'Legend' Clarke left Scotland players 'shellshocked and gutted'

Celtic have submitted a bid for Egypt international Haissem Hassan, according to reports. Cr: Getty Images.

Celtic launch bid for World Cup star as club ramp up transfer plans

Former Rangers man Cedric Itten helped Switzerland beat Colombia in the last-16 of the World Cup on Tuesday night. Cr: Getty Images.

Ex-Ibrox man hailed for World Cup impact just weeks after major move

A piper performs for Brazilian fans ahead of the game in Miami (Picture: Michael Reaves)

Why Scotland won big at the World Cup, and must do so again Ian Johnston

Here are the leading favourites to replace Steve Clarke as Scotland manager - including ex-Hibs, Sunderland and West Ham men. Cr: Getty Images.

The latest odds for the next Scotland manager as new favourite emerges

Rangers midfielder Nico Raskin celebrates Belgium's opening goal in the 4-1 World Cup win over the United States. Cr: Getty Images.

Raskin stars in World Cup win as side overcome pre-match controversy

President Donald Trump holds up a red card during a meeting with FIFA president Gianni Infantino in the Oval Office of the White House, Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2018, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)

Donald Trump admits asking Gianni Infantino to review USA red card

Theo Walcott and Josh Paul offer guidance to young players at Teviot Rangers JFC

Ad Feature EE launches 'mentor badge' to support boys both on and off the pitch

Portugal will play Spain for the chance to appear in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter finals this evening.

Every Monday, July 6 World Cup game - with UK times and UK TV channels

36 per cent of those living in London said they would cry if their country got knocked out

London named the most 'World Cup-mad' city in the UK

England and Mexico will face one another to secure a place in the World Cup 2026 quarter finals.

All July 5 World Cup games, with UK kick off times & TV channels

Who are the best players to transfer into your World Cup Fantasy Football team for the last-16 stage? Cr: Getty Images.

8 of the best transfers to make for to your World Cup Fantasy team

Diego Maradona holds aloft the World Cup trophy with Argentina at the Azteca Stadium.

The incredible story behind Scottish student's iconic £2m Azteca photo

Paraguay will play France today, with the winner qualifying for the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter finals.

Every July 4 World Cup fixture, with UK kick off times & TV channels

Ange Postecoglou is back in club management.

Postecoglou lands megabucks new job amid Scotland link

Steve Clarke and his Scotland coaching staff celebrate their historic win over Denmark.

Clarke deserves to be celebrated now and not with hindsight Mark Atkinson

Could Scotland appoint a foreign boss to replace Steve Clarke?

7 foreign managers who could replace Steve Clarke as Scotland boss

Scotland exited the World Cup at the group stage once more.

How each Scotland player rated across the World Cup

Steve Clarke says that it 'feels right' to be leaving Scotland.

Clarke says it was ‘time to step away’ from Scotland job

Steve Clarke’s decision to leave his role as Scotland head coach has been branded as “kneejerk”. Cr: PA.

'Have that conversation' - Ex-SPFL boss on next Scotland manager role

Scotland captain Andy Robertson has sent an emotional message to departing head coach Steve Clarke. Cr: Getty Images.

'I know the sacrifices': Robertson sends 340-word message to fans

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