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Norway vs England World Cup Quarter-Final: TV Channels, Streams & Kick-Off
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Norway vs England World Cup Quarter-Final: TV Channels, Streams & Kick-Off

Norway, led by Erling Haaland, meet England in the World Cup quarter-final in Miami on July 11 with a 5:00 PM local kick-off. In the U.S., fans can watch on FOX and Telemundo or stream via Fubo, DirecTV Stream, Sling TV and Peacock, with VPN tips provided for abroad access. England face a potential selection puzzle as Declan Rice’s illness casts doubt on his availability and Jarell Quansah misses through suspension, while Norway rely on depth beyond Haaland as they chase a historic upset.

Deschamps confirms Mbappé ankle issue as France progress past Morocco
sports16 hours ago

Deschamps confirms Mbappé ankle issue as France progress past Morocco

France coach Didier Deschamps said Kylian Mbappé has a slight ankle issue after his late substitution against Morocco, while praising substitutes like Warren Zaire-Emery and Manu Kone for making an immediate impact. Deschamps highlighted three consecutive World Cup semi-finals for France, noted missed penalties and chances, and said the team will recover for the next opponent (Spain or Belgium) as Mbappé scored and France moved forward.

FIFA's Hidden Disciplinary Panel Under Scrutiny Over Balogun Ban
football21 hours ago

FIFA's Hidden Disciplinary Panel Under Scrutiny Over Balogun Ban

FIFA’s 18-member disciplinary panel, chaired by Mohammad Al Kamali, operates largely in private and can rule alone, a setup critics say lacks transparency; its handling of Folarin Balogun’s one-match red-card ban—suspended after lobbying from President Donald Trump—plus historical decisions like Cristiano Ronaldo’s case, highlight questions about rule applications and the rarity of appeals, with many rulings never published publicly.

World Cup’s uneven footprint: Pioneer Square thrives while Seattle’s CID struggles
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World Cup’s uneven footprint: Pioneer Square thrives while Seattle’s CID struggles

Seattle experienced mixed World Cup effects: Pioneer Square businesses largely benefited, with reports like Turabi Rug Gallery selling over $10,000 to World Cup fans, while the Chinatown-International District saw declines (International Lobster Roll down 20–25% and Anh Ơi Bake Shop posting its worst sales days). Explanations split between insufficient CID marketing and lingering street issues at 12th and Jackson; some urge more signage and housing/services, others emphasize fans chasing crowds. Mayor Katie Wilson outlined a Unity Loop and promised stepped-up policing and services, but cautioned real change will take time. The piece also highlights reporter Cornelius Hocker’s new focus on social-media storytelling as he continues to cover these evolving local dynamics.

France Holds Command as World Cup Power Rankings Shakeup
sports1 day ago

France Holds Command as World Cup Power Rankings Shakeup

The Athletic’s latest World Cup power rankings rank 48 teams with seven games remaining, placing France on top as clear favorites after six wins and 16 goals, while conceding none in the knockout rounds. Spain and Argentina follow in strong form, with other contenders like the Netherlands and Germany also featured prominently. The piece analyzes each team's current form, key players, and potential routes to glory as the knockout stage nears, highlighting how upsets and standout performances are shaping the standings.