Dembélé suspends time as France's favouritism heightens
By Amanda Shalala
Ousmane Dembélé showed patience and a command of time and space, to help propel France to the top of its group, and remain on course for World Cup glory.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-06-27/world-cup-ousmane-dembele-france-norway-boston/106850332
Ronaldo roars back to life, with his moments off the ball the most telling
By Amanda Shalala
Cristiano Ronaldo came into Portugal’s second World Cup group game under a firestorm of criticism. He answered with two goals, and important signs he is willing to be a team player.
Messi's record-breaking World Cup goals make believers of us all
By Amanda Shalala
Lionel Messi now stands alone with a record 18 World Cup goals. And for those who witnessed it, it was a transcendent experience.
How is the most culturally diverse World Cup ever being received in Trump's America?
By Amanda Shalala
Fans from all over the world are being welcomed by locals across North America to celebrate the World Cup. But can it make a lasting difference in the US where President Donald Trump has cracked down on immigration?
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-06-22/world-cup-culturally-diverse-received-trump-america/106824680
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