Your Mondial Morning is a daily morning report that highlights for Yalla Kora's esteemed visitors the most prominent headlines about the 2026 World Cup competitions, which appeared in major global newspapers across different continents.
Marca
Egypt's team seeks inspiration from Mbappe
Egyptian national team players drew inspiration from Frenchman Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid star, before facing goalkeeper Mat Ryan of Australia in the World Cup.
Egyptian players recalled a penalty kick scored by Mbappe against Ryan this season and watched the video before shooting, which gave them more information about the Australian goalkeeper's saving technique.
The Athletic
England's fortification
The England team's hotel in Mexico City will be surrounded by roadblocks to prevent any disturbance before the Round of 16 match against Mexico.
This decision came after an incident where the Ecuador team was significantly disturbed by fans who set off fireworks and chanted all night in front of their hotel.
Daily Mail
England's match challenges the storms
England's crucial match against Mexico in the World Cup will remain at its original time, following reports suggesting the match could be moved forward to avoid thunderstorms.
Confusion arose after it was revealed that FIFA was discussing the possibility of changing the match's start time due to the threat of thunderstorms in the area, but after angry reactions from both the England and Mexico camps, it was decided that any such change within 48 hours is logistically impossible in such a short period.
Mundo Deportivo
Messi's record
Lionel Messi played a crucial role in the hard-fought victory over Cape Verde, leading Argentina to the Round of 16, where they will face Egypt.
He is now, alongside Fritz Walter, the record holder for the most assists in World Cup history.
