Cut straight to the action with the latest highlights from the FIFA World Cup 2026. Release date: 07 July 2026

Rainbow flags fluttered among the sea of Iranian and Egyptian banners at Seattle’s World Cup stadium, as teams from two of the most repressive countries for lesbian, gay, bisexual and

As Australia prepares for a historic World Cup knockout match against Egypt, the ugly ghost of an allegedly fixed 2010 friendly in Cairo has returned.

PM Albanese said the Australian football team represents strength, diversity and unity of modern Australia, highlighting that the squad reflects the multicultural fabric of the nation and includes players from diverse backgrounds who proudly represent the country on the global stage.

Final games of World Cup group stages saw some unusual behaviour from the region's supporters

The Egyptian national team has been ranked among the top 10 teams in the 2026 World Cup, currently being held in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, following the conclusion of the second round of group stage matches,