Latest articles by Jakob Barnes
Who is out of the World Cup?
The Round of 32 has now completed and we have lost a further 16 teams from the World Cup, find out who is no longer in the tournament.
Where were the Morocco players born?
Two of Morocco's best players weren't actually born in Morocco, and neither was most of their World Cup squad
'I didn't really have the space' - Harry Kane reveals key reason he struggled for England against Ghana
England were left frustrated by Ghana in a 0-0 draw and Harry Kane was unable to make his mark on the game
Who is the referee for Colombia vs DR Congo?
Colombia can go back to the top of Group K if they beat DR Congo, but who will the match officials be for this World Cup clash?
Wayne Rooney demands one thing from Declan Rice and Jude Bellingham to help England break Ghana down
England endured a frustrating first-half against Ghana, but Declan Rice and Jude Bellingham could be the key to changing that
Did the BBC cut away from controversial Thomas Partey handshakes during England vs Ghana?
Just before kick-off, England and Ghana players shook hands, but the feed cut out at a very specific moment - here's why
Will England vs Ghana suffer storm delays like France and Iraq game?
The World Cup saw a massive delay in the France vs Iraq game, and there's likely to be a storm for the next England match, too
Why have John Stones and Nico O'Reilly been dropped by Thomas Tuchel?
Thomas Tuchel has made two changes to the winning formula that secured three points for England last time out
Gary Neville highlights one 'simple' reason Cristiano Ronaldo has thrived for Portugal vs Uzbekistan
Portugal lead Uzbekistan 3-0 at half-time thanks to a Cristiano Ronaldo double, but he's not the only one having a great game
How many more goals has Lionel Messi scored than Cristiano Ronaldo at World Cups?
They used to debate who was better, but Lionel Messi is leaving Cristiano Ronaldo in the dust when it comes to World Cup goals now
Harry Kane's sleeve patch explained: Why the England captain has a unique shirt
Harry Kane has a gold patch on his England kit for the World Cup game vs Croatia and it's for a very special reason
Who is the referee for Uzbekistan vs Colombia?
Group K action continues with unfancied Uzbekistan taking on South American side Colombia in the early hours
Do England have set-piece coaches as part of Thomas Tuchel's backroom staff?
England have become a huge threat from set-pieces in recent years, but who looks after that side of things for Thomas Tuchel?
Who are the ITV commentators, pundits and presenters for Ghana vs Panama?
The other game in Group L sees Ghana take on Panama, but who will be in the ITV studio for the match?
England could be lining up tantalising second round clash with PORTUGAL after win vs Croatia
England beat Croatia 4-2 - just as in 2004 - to line up a potential clash with Portugal… just as in 2004
Cristiano Ronaldo made an unusual gesture in Portugal vs DR Congo, and it's not the first time
Cristiano Ronaldo was spotted doing something that really didn't help his team's cause in the World Cup
Who is the referee for England vs Croatia?
England and Croatia get their World Cup campaigns underway in Group L, but who is the referee for the game?
Who are the ITV commentators, pundits and presenters for England vs Croatia?
England finally get their World Cup campaign underway against recent rivals Croatia
England vs Croatia head-to-head record, as Thomas Tuchel looks to maintain Three Lions dominance
England and Croatia face off in the World Cup 2026 group stage, but which team has the upper hand over the course of history?
Chelsea look to scupper Manchester United transfer as they identify Marc Cucurella replacement: report
With Marc Cucurella having sealed his move to Real Madrid, Chelsea are in need of a new left-back for Xabi Alonso's new-look team
Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay prediction, as South American elite look to make their mark on Group H
Uruguay will be the favourites for the clash with Saudi Arabia, but will this Group H match throw up any surprises?
World Cup manager sacked after disastrous defeat in opening game: report
We are just five days into the 2026 World Cup, but there's already been a managerial casualty
Belgium vs Egypt prediction, as Mohamed Salah and Kevin De Bruyne go head-to-head
The action in Group G gets underway as the formerly fancied Belgium take on Mohamed Salah and Egypt
