Latest articles by Steven Chicken
Who is Ismail Elfath? The referee for Brazil vs Norway
The round of 16 continues as the most decorated side in the competition's history meet a Norway side looking to go further than ever before
What are FIFA rules on lightning strikes? Mexico vs England World Cup clash braced for storm delays
There are clear rules in place around the threat of lightning at the World Cup
Brazil vs Norway prediction as World Cup quarter-finals await for victors
Brazil and Norway meet in the World Cup round of 16 vying to stay alive in the competition
Who is Ilgiz Tantashev? The referee for Paraguay vs France
A quarter-final place is on the line as Germany-vanquishing Paraguay take on World Cup favourites France
Paraguay vs France prediction with World Cup quarter-final place on the line
Germany's vanquishers take on the most impressive side in the competition in the round of 16
Who is Julian Quinones? The Mexico star lighting up the World Cup with England in his sights
The Mexico forward has announced himself to the world with three goals already at this World Cup
What is the United States Semiquincentennial and why is 4th July such a big deal in America?
Saturday's World Cup fixtures will mark a big anniversary in the history of the United States
Insane drama as Argentina and Cape Verde put on one of the greatest games in World Cup history
If we see a more compelling encounter at this World Cup - or any other in our lifetimes - we will count ourselves very lucky indeed
Who is Drew Fischer? The referee for Argentina vs Cape Verde
The Canadian referee has been placed in charge of Argentina vs Cape Verde
Real Madrid release unusual club statement over Chelsea and Argentina World Cup star Enzo Fernandez transfer rumours
The Chelsea playmaker has been repeatedly connected with Real Madrid, who now insist they are not interested
Every ITV and BBC World Cup pundit rated
There's no debate as to which of the UK broadcasters has had the better tournament
Key differences between Thomas Tuchel and Gareth Southgate's tactics explained (and why England still look so bad when they fail)
Gareth Southgate drew criticism for underwhelming performances even as his side went deep into competitions. Thomas Tuchel has taken a different approach to try and fix that - but there are still clear issues
Who is Yael Falcon Perez? The referee for Switzerland vs Algeria
The round of 32 edges towards a close with the final game of the penultimate day of this round of the competition
Incredible penalty shootout rule tweak that could change knockout football
Penalty shootouts sometimes feel like a bit of a dubious way to settle high-stakes games, but is there another way?
Sandro Tonali explains what Roberto De Zerbi's Tottenham could offer that Manchester City and Enzo Maresca couldn't
The Newcastle United midfielder looks to be on the verge of completing a move to Spurs
Who will England play in the World Cup Round of 16? And what is their potential route to the final?
England have topped Group L to make it into the knockout stage of the World Cup
Why England have a mountain to climb to make it into the World Cup quarter-finals
Sunday's visit to Estadio Azteca will be a challenge on multiple fronts for Thomas Tuchel's side
'England are in big trouble - if Thomas Tuchel doesn't sort that out we're going out' Wayne Rooney not mincing words on unconvincing DR Congo showing
Harry Kane's brace saved the day to put England into the round of 16, but the performance left a lot to be desired
Chaotic ending to Belgium vs Senegal gives Sadio Mane and co horrible sense of deja vu
Senegal looked to be coasting to a round of 32 victory over Belgium - but things took a massive late turn
Who are the ITV pundits, commentators and presenters for South Africa vs Canada?
ITV will present coverage of the first knockout game of the 2026 World Cup
Why aren't Canada playing in Canada for World Cup round of 32 clash with South Africa?
The tournament co-hosts are through, and there are knockout games being played in Canada...so why are Canada playing in Los Angeles?
Chelsea rip up transfer script as Xabi Alonso flexes Stamford Bridge authority
BlueCo are willing to break their transfer policy to bring in Granit Xhaka from Sunderland
