This month June 2026
World Cup opens with a story of angels and demons as Mexico put on a show
Hosts claim 2-0 win over South Africa in front of a delirious Azteca with three red cards shared for good measure.
A hat-trick of wins has Ireland on the brink of the World Cup, what are their chances tonight?
Carla Ward’s side has nothing to lose and everything to gain.
Donald Trump, Gianni Infantino and the Greed is Good World Cup
Ahead of the opening game on 11 June in Mexico City, controversies range from human rights abuses to price gouging.
Katie Taylor set to finally land Croke Park fight this September
Matchroom Boxing have called a press conference for Croke Park at 2pm on Friday.
Maradona, Ronaldinho, Keane – and reenacting them: Our favourite World Cup moments
The 42′s writers revisit their top World Cup memories ahead of the 2026 edition.

