The Press Junction.
The Press Junction.
11 July 2026
Belgian YouTube channel suddenly becomes the most-viewed in the world

Belgian YouTube channel suddenly becomes the most-viewed in the world

Céline Dept's YouTube channel temporarily surpasses MrBeast as the most-watched in the world.

MVDP seems to be hinting at retirement

MVDP seems to be hinting at retirement

Mathieu van der Poel is the man who makes cycling look effortless and is, at the same time, one of the greatest all-around riders of his generation. The Dutch cyclocross rider and road star, known as Matje or MVDP, combines explosiveness, racing intelligence, and an almost nonchalant flair with a list of achievements that includes classics, world titles, and rainbow jerseys across all disciplines.

English team is hooked on these 3 card games

English team is hooked on these 3 card games

At a soccer tournament where you’re away from home for weeks on end, team spirit is highly important. The English national soccer team has found a few games that strengthen the bond between the players without making them break a sweat. Is this the winning formula for going far in the World Cup?

Racist remark by Serbian football analyst sparks outrage

Racist remark by Serbian football analyst sparks outrage

Rade Bogdanovic is under fire after making racist remarks during a live broadcast on the Serbian public broadcaster RTS. The former striker and analyst said during the Belgium-Iran match that, in his opinion, “Black players” lack the concentration to last an entire game.

Player recruited for the World Cup via LinkedIn: The incredible story of Roberto Lopes

Player recruited for the World Cup via LinkedIn: The incredible story of Roberto Lopes

From LinkedIn spam to the World Cup with Cape Verde.

Haaland sends shockwaves to his home country

Haaland sends shockwaves to his home country

The performance of Erling Haaland, the striker for the Norwegian national team, at the World Cup in the U.S. has sent shockwaves through his home country.

India to remove Green Boots’ grim ‘warning’ from Mount Everest

India to remove Green Boots’ grim ‘warning’ from Mount Everest

After thirty years, the body of “Green Boots” still lies on Mount Everest, but now it is finally being taken away. The Indian climber, who earned his nickname because of his striking green boots, died in 1996 at an altitude of 8,500 meters—a place where every mission is life-threatening.

FIFA appears to be giving in to Trump's unusual request, leaving Football experts puzzled

FIFA appears to be giving in to Trump's unusual request, leaving Football experts puzzled

The 32nd edition of the World Cup kicked off last week. Host nations Mexico, Canada, and the United States are welcoming 48 men’s national teams to the World Cup. However, the tense global geopolitical situation meant that not every country was welcomed with open arms at the final tournament. And Trump’s immigration policies and wars certainly played a role in that. In the meantime, the ball is rolling, and with most attention focused on what many consider the most important issue: football.

FIFA seeks clarification on video assistant referee's hand gesture

FIFA seeks clarification on video assistant referee's hand gesture

FIFA has been asked for clarification after video assistant referee (VAR) Shaun Evans made an inverted "OK" gesture prior to Germany's 7-1 victory over Curaçao.

Trump has a favorite: “You have a great chance at winning the world title”

Trump has a favorite: “You have a great chance at winning the world title”

The United States did what was expected of them in the World Cup opener. Paraguay was easily defeated 4-1, securing the first, reassuring three points; a first step toward qualifying for the second round. The U.S. still has to face Australia (June 19) and Turkey (June 26) in Group D. Qualifying for the next round is certainly not out of the question for the U.S. national football team. President Donald Trump is already looking ahead and sees his national football team as a strong contender for the title.