The French aristocrat and the all-American idiot: Henry v Lalas is the World Cup’s most compelling battle
Fox’s broadcast at the tournament has become a story of two contrasting styles. And there is one clear winner We all know someone like Alexi Lalas. He’s the ranter whose…
Lamine Yamal and Oyarzabal fire Spain to emphatic win against Saudi Arabia
Luis de la Fuente said he wanted a new jumper for his birthday but this was even better. On the day the Spain coach turned 65, his players gifted him…
Cape Verde produce another World Cup shock as Varela strike seals Uruguay draw
Wow. The continuation of Cape Verde’s fairytale may have serious repercussions for Marcelo Bielsa and Uruguay. The heroics of Cape Verde in holding Spain to a draw mean Uruguay should…
Past and present World Cups collide as Beiranvand first gives Iran inspiration, then hope | Alexander Abnos
The goalkeeper’s 59th-minute save left mouths agape but it’s not the first time he has created an indelible moment for the team As they prepared for the future, the Iran…
Child safety changes risk separating Australia’s First Nations children from their culture – and causing even more harm
Indigenous advocates say culture is safety for children. But proposals in Queensland and the Northern Territory could weaken that link Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get…
Inside the Socceroos’ World Cup home: ping pong, pool, retro kits and organic omelettes
The grand Claremont Hotel in Berkeley has been adapted to make Australia’s stay as comfortable as possible. And of course there is Vegemite on tap A thirsty student from the…
US-Iran talks strained as Trump threats spark Iranian walkout
Talks expected to continue for rest of the week despite disruption caused by US president’s threat to bomb Iran and kidnap negotiating team High-stakes talks between the US and Iran…
El Niño is back with a vengeance – and fears of ‘Godzilla’ strength may be the least of our worries
UN’s World Food Programme and agriculture agency issue joint appeal for funds to avert global hunger crisis before it happens Adugna Woyessa was a little boy the first time drought…
Far-right millionaire Abelardo de la Espriella wins Colombia’s presidential runoff
Leftwing opponent alleges vote count irregularities after Trump-endorsed lawyer secures narrow majority The Trump-admiring far-right millionaire lawyer and self-styled “outsider” Abelardo de la Espriella has won Colombia’s presidential runoff, defeating…
Thirsty and power hungry: Australia is in the middle of a datacentre boom – but are they good for the economy?
They’re a key part of the digital and AI economy but they come at a high environmental cost and offer few operational jobs Follow our Australia news live blog for…