12 h. ago World Cup 2026: Pubs to stay open until 1am for tournament as England set to discover fate

England and Scotland will learn their World Cup opponents on Friday, with the UK economy expected to benefit.

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34 h. ago BBC criticised for plan to cover some World Cup 2026 games remotely

To cut costs at the event hosted across the US, Canada and Mexico, smaller games may be covered from ManchesterThe BBC has repeatedly faced denunciations over the hordes of staff it takes to major events, from the Glastonbury festival to the Olympics. However, the broadcaster is now facing criticism over a plan to cover some games at next summer’s World Cup remotely to keep down costs.The 2026 tournament will be the biggest ever, hosted across three countries, different timezones and including an expanded 48-team lineup. To keep a handle on costs, the BBC is considering asking TV commentators and pundits to cover some lower-demand games from its base in Salford, Manchester. Continue reading...

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41 h. ago BBC insists it WILL have commentators at the 2026 World Cup through whole tournament despite 'work from home' report

Spokesperson tells the Standard the BBC will be commentating on site throughout next summer’s tournament in USA, Canada and Mexico

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60 h. ago How does the World Cup 2026 draw work? New tournament format, changes and rankings explained

Football’s biggest tournament has expanded from 32 teams to 48

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2 w. ago When was Scotland last in the World Cup? Every tournament Scotland has played after 2026 qualification win

Here is every World Cup Scotland has played at, after the team has officially qualified for the 2026 World Cup.

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2 w. ago Scotland at the 2026 World Cup: When is the draw, possible opponents, tournament dates, host cities

Scotland qualify for first World Cup since 1998

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2 w. ago World Cup 2026: How do Scotland fans get tickets for the tournament? Dates, fixtures and application process

Here is all the ticketing information Scotland fans need after sealing their place at the World Cup 2026.

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2 w. ago Scotland at the 2026 World Cup: When is the draw, possible opponents, tournament dates

Scotland qualify for first World Cup since 1998

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2 w. ago World Cup 2026: How Italy can qualify automatically for next summer's tournament

2006 winners require a mini miracle to qualify automatically for next summer’s tournament

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3 w. ago Cristiano Ronaldo confirms 2026 World Cup will be final major tournament before retiring

Ronaldo told Piers Morgan that he intends to retire ‘soon’ in a wide-ranging interview last week

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