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2026-04-242026-07-30

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  1. July 2026
  2. Joy Online

    The Football Association is considering whether to appeal against England defender Jarell Quansah’s red card during the World Cup victory over Mexico.

    FA considering appeal after Quansah red card
  3. Joy Online

    Tuchel had defender Jarell Quansah sent off in a dramatic 3-2 win over Mexico. “Where to draw the line is the question that I ask,” he said.

    Trump confirms he asked Fifa to review Balogun ban
  4. The Ghanaian Times

    Ghana’s tottering campaign at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico, Canada and USA finally grinded to a halt in the wee hours of Saturday after the Black Stars suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Colombia at asweltering Kansas City Stadium.

    2026 FIFA World Cup… Black Stars lacked maturity, experience …Queiroz declares after exit from Mundial
  5. Joy Online

    England produced their best display of the World Cup amid the passion and emotion of the Azteca Stadium to secure a dramatic victory over Mexico and set up a quarter-final against Norway.

    England beat Mexico in thriller to reach World Cup quarter-final
  6. The Chronicle

    Mexico’s game against ⁠England in Mexico City on Sunday sits ⁠at $3,574. The significant drop in the ⁠get-in price for the US-Belgium game is somewhat surprising considering the Red Devils’ base camp ⁠is located just 16 kilometres (10 miles) south of Seattle ⁠Stadium at the Sound

    Ticket prices plunge for USA-Belgium World Cup last-16 match
  7. The Chronicle

    Now on a three-game triumphant streak at the World Cup, Spain’s defence has unexpectedly taken more of the plaudits than their offence, as De la Fuente’s side are one of two remaining sides yet to concede a single goal alongside co-hosts Mexico.

    Portugal, Spain go head-to-head in standout fixture
  8. Joy Online

    Mexico supporters attempted to wake up England players with music and fireworks close to their hotel the night before the sides’ last-16 World Cup tie, but were moved back by police.

    Mexico fans fail in bid to wake up England players
  9. Joy Online

    In the quarter-finals, Norway will face either England or co-hosts Mexico, who meet in the last 16 in Mexico City on Monday at 01:00 BST (18:00 Sunday local time).

    Haaland double as Norway stun Brazil to reach World Cup quarter-finals
  10. Joy Online

    Queiroz led Ghana for their global tournament campaign in the USA, Canada and Mexico where they were knocked out over the weekend following defeat to Colombia.

    Carlos Quieroz leaves Black Stars head coach role after World Cup exit
  11. Joy Online

    Pubs in England and Wales will now be allowed to stay open until 05:00 on Monday, allowing football fans to watch the Three Lions’ World Cup clash with Mexico to the final whistle.

    Pubs allowed to stay open until 5am for England Mexico match

Monday 27 July

  1. Chelsea in talks to sign Henderson and Welbeck

    Chelsea are negotiating with Brentford for England midfielder Jordan Henderson, 36, available on a free transfer, and with Brighton for ex-England striker Danny Welbeck, 35, as the club seeks experienced players to refine its strategy of signing young talent.

    27 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 24 July

  1. 25 Ghanaians seek asylum in Canada after World Cup 2026

    Twenty-five Ghanaians who travelled to Canada for the FIFA World Cup 2026 submitted asylum applications, according to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. They were among 175 asylum claims made by foreign visitors from 26,111 people who had received temporary residence approval linked to the tournament.

    24 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 23 July

  1. US imposes 10-12.5% tariffs on 60 trading partners

    The US has imposed duties ranging from 10% to 12.5% on around 60 trading partners, including the UK, China, EU, Canada, Japan, and India, over claims they failed to properly stop forced labour imports. The tariffs, which take effect Friday, represent the latest escalation in the global trade war reignited by President Trump.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Canada plans response to Trump's 50% tariffs on imports

    Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said "everything is on the table" as Canada prepares a response to US tariffs of 50% on roughly C$20bn of Canadian imports set to take effect on 19 August. Options include diversifying trade away from the US and supporting sectors most exposed to the tariffs, though Carney did not specify potential punitive measures.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 21 July

  1. Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods; Carney considers response options

    US President Donald Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on a wide range of goods imported from Canada in retaliation for what he called "unequal treatment" of US cars, dairy and alcohol. Prime Minister Mark Carney said he had spoken to Trump and both leaders agreed to "intensify" trade talks, but warned "all options" were on the table in terms of how Canada could respond.

    21 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Trump imposes 50% tariff on Canadian goods

    US President Donald Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on a wide range of goods imported from Canada in retaliation for what he called "unequal treatment" of US cars, dairy and alcohol. Key exports such as energy, potash, critical minerals and fish will be spared, and the duties take effect in 30 days.

    21 July 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Spain tops FIFA rankings; Morocco, Ghana, Egypt climb

    Spain claimed the top spot in the FIFA men's rankings after beating Argentina 1-0, with Morocco reaching a record-high sixth place. Ghana moved up eight places in the latest rankings.

    21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  4. UEFA president skips World Cup final over FIFA governance disputes

    UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin did not attend the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain in protest against FIFA decisions, citing issues including US President Donald Trump's intervention in a suspension case and other changes driven by FIFA president Gianni Infantino such as extended half-time shows and a proposed 64-team World Cup format.

    21 July 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 20 July

  1. Trump imposes 50% tariff on Canadian goods in trade dispute

    US President Donald Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on a wide range of goods imported from Canada, citing unequal treatment of US cars, dairy and alcohol. The duties take effect within 30 days, though energy, potash, critical minerals and fish will be spared.

    20 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Mexico's Ismael Zambada sentenced to life in US prison

    Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, co-founder of Mexico's Sinaloa Cartel, was sentenced to life in prison by a US judge on Monday after pleading guilty to drug smuggling and conspiracy charges. The 76-year-old was lured to the US in 2024 in a sting operation and reached a plea deal to avoid the death penalty.

    20 July 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 19 July

  1. Iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms linked to US diarrhoea outbreak

    A sample of iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms, which supplies Taco Bell, tested positive for a parasite causing cyclosporiasis infections that have affected thousands in the US and hospitalised at least 94 people. The FDA found the positive product was not part of Taylor Farms' Friday voluntary removal of iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico.

    19 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. World Cup harmful social media posts surge fourteen-fold versus 2022

    FIFA's social media protection service identified and removed more than seven million harmful posts and comments during the 2026 World Cup, a fourteen-fold increase from 470,000 at the 2022 tournament. The service also reported more than 200,000 abusive and threatening posts compared to 19,600 from Qatar 2022.

    19 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 16 July

  1. Ehalakasa appeals for government funding for world poetry slam team

    Ghana's spoken word collective Ehalakasa is requesting government support to send three representatives to the 2026 World Poetry Slam Championship in Durban, South Africa, arguing that national representation should extend beyond football to include arts and culture.

    16 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Pew study finds China viewed more favorably than US globally

    A Pew Research Center study of over 42,000 people in 36 countries found that in 25 of those countries, more respondents held favourable views of China than the US—the first time the organisation has recorded such results since tracking global sentiment since 2002. While the US was seen as respecting personal freedoms more than China, China was seen as interfering in other countries' affairs less than the US, and respondents expressed low confidence in both Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, though Xi scored higher.

    15 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Didi Dramani previews England-Argentina World Cup semi-final tactics

    Former Hearts of Oak boss Mas-Ud Didi Dramani provides a tactical breakdown of England and Argentina's strategies ahead of their 2026 World Cup semi-final clash on Wednesday, with the winner to face Spain in the final.

    15 July 2026 · Joy Online

  3. England faces Argentina in World Cup semifinal

    England bid to end Lionel Messi's dream of winning back-to-back World Cups and reach their first final in six decades as they face holders Argentina in a World Cup semifinal. The match marks the first competitive meeting between the sides since 2002 and the first time Messi has ever played against England.

    15 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Tuesday 14 July

  1. Henderson and Quansah absent for England's Argentina World Cup semi-final

    Jordan Henderson is unavailable while recovering from arm surgery sustained celebrating Mexico's defeat, and defender Jarell Quansah is suspended after a red card in the same match. Head coach Thomas Tuchel is considering retaining the same back four from the quarter-final win over Norway.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Balogun acknowledges controversy from World Cup ban waiver

    United States striker Folarin Balogun says he expected FIFA's decision to suspend his one-game World Cup ban would generate "a lot of controversy," particularly after US President Donald Trump and White House officials lobbied football's governing body about the sanction. Balogun was dismissed for serious foul play against Bosnia-Herzegovina and should have received an automatic suspension, but FIFA's disciplinary committee suspended the ban for a year instead.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online

  3. FIFA to discuss expanding 2030 World Cup to 64 teams

    FIFA President Gianni Infantino said officials will examine the possibility of expanding the World Cup from 48 to 64 teams before the 2030 event, noting that growing the tournament gives smaller nations the incentive to improve and allows every nation to dream of participation.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 13 July

  1. US burrito chain Chipotle opens first Mexico restaurant

    Chipotle Mexican Grill is opening its first outlet in Mexico this week in the state of Nuevo León, a move the company calls a "significant milestone" and "proof-of-concept" ahead of planned expansion to Mexico City in 2027. The announcement has drawn mixed reactions on social media, as US restaurant chains have historically struggled in the countries their cuisines originated.

    13 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Morocco eliminated in World Cup quarter-finals, eyes 2030 hosting

    Morocco lost 2-0 to France in the World Cup quarter-final but will focus on the 2030 tournament, which they will co-host with Portugal and Spain. As co-hosts, Morocco are already qualified for 2030.

    13 July 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 12 July

  1. Africa's World Cup performance positive despite quarter-final exits

    Nine of Africa's ten World Cup teams advanced past the group stage, with Morocco reaching the quarter-finals before elimination by France, and Egypt winning a World Cup match for the first time while advancing to the last 16. Several African sides came close to major upsets but were unable to hold leads late in their matches.

    12 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Fifa disciplinary head refuses to explain Balogun ban decision

    The head of Fifa's disciplinary committee declined to answer BBC questions about why US striker Folarin Balogun avoided a ban after being sent off for serious foul play, following reports that US President Donald Trump and White House officials lobbied Fifa on the matter. England's Jarell Quansah was handed a two-match ban for a similar red card offence in the same competition.

    12 July 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Top four FIFA-ranked teams reach 2026 World Cup semi-finals

    Spain (1), Argentina (2), France (3) and England (4) have all reached the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup for the first time. FIFA's draw change separated the top four teams into different quadrants to prevent them meeting before the semi-finals, requiring each to win their group.

    12 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 10 July

  1. Norway boss: England favourites but not big favourites for semis

    Norway manager Stale Solbakken told BBC Sport that England are favourites to reach the World Cup semi-finals ahead of their quarter-final meeting on Saturday in Miami. Norway has advanced to the quarter-finals for the first time since 1998, knocking out Brazil in the last 16.

    10 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. World Cup ticket prices fall sharply after host nations exit

    The 2026 FIFA World Cup has seen all three host nations—the United States, Mexico, and Canada—eliminated from the tournament, causing secondary market ticket prices to plummet. Quarterfinal tickets for the Spain versus Belgium match in Los Angeles fell 65 per cent to $1,100, while Miami-based tickets dropped 45 per cent to $2,000, as pricing had relied on host teams advancing.

    10 July 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Henderson not ruled out of World Cup after arm surgery

    Jordan Henderson underwent surgery on a broken arm sustained during England's 3–2 victory over Mexico but has not been ruled out of the remainder of the World Cup; exploring the possibility of playing in a cast remains under consideration.

    10 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 9 July

  1. England's Quansah banned two games after Mexico red card

    England defender Jarell Quansah received a two-match ban from Fifa's disciplinary committee for his red card in the 54th minute of a 3-2 win against Mexico, classified as serious foul play. He will miss Saturday's quarter-final against Norway and a potential semi-final, but will be available if England reaches the final on 19 July.

    9 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira join FIFA World Cup final half-time show

    Justin Bieber will perform alongside Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel, PS22 Chorus featuring Coldplay, and Sesame Street muppets during the 2026 World Cup final half-time show on 19 July in New York. The 11-minute performance, curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin, will support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which aims to raise $100 million for children worldwide.

    9 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 8 July

  1. Portuguese Football Federation confirms Martinez departure

    The Portuguese Football Federation has confirmed the departure of national team coach Roberto Martinez following Portugal's last-16 loss to Spain in the tournament. Martinez, who held the role since January 2023, had already announced he would be leaving, stating that his objective was to win the World Cup and that continuing would not make sense without achieving it.

    8 July 2026 · Joy Online

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