TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Tempo English compiled the top 3 news on Friday, June 26, 2026. Here are the highlights: Iran Allegedly Attacks Singapore Ship in Strait of Hormuz; 2026 World Cup: Full List of Teams Qualified and Eliminated; and The 10 Highest Paid Footballers at World Cup 2026.
The following is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today:
1. Iran Allegedly Attacks Singapore Ship in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) allegedly attacked a Singapore-flagged cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, The Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday, citing U.S. officials and maritime personnel. According to the report, Iranian forces opened fire without issuing any radio warnings or ordering the vessel to turn back.
Find out whether the attack caused any damage or casualties by clicking this.
2. 2026 World Cup: Full List of Teams Qualified and Eliminated
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is entering the knockout stage, where the remaining 32 teams will compete for a place in the last 16. Under the tournament's expanded 48-team format, the top two teams from each of the 12 groups automatically advance, while the eight best third-placed teams also earn a spot in the Round of 32.
With the group stage nearing its conclusion, the race for qualification remains wide open. While several nations have already secured their places in the knockout rounds, others have been eliminated after failing to collect enough points to stay in contention.
Which teams have qualified for the knockout stage, and which nations have already been eliminated? Check the latest standings and find out who is still in the race for World Cup glory here.
3. The 10 Highest Paid Footballers at World Cup 2026
Football's grandest stage has never looked bigger. Featuring an expanded field of 48 teams and matches across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is showcasing not only the world's top football talent but also some of the sport's biggest earners.
Household names like Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and Kylian Mbappé top the list, with estimated annual earnings of US$300 million, US$140 million, and US$95 million, respectively. Their fortunes reflect years of success on the pitch, lucrative club contracts, and global commercial appeal that extends far beyond football.
Curious who else made the list? Click here to see the complete list of the 10 highest-paid footballers at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to Forbes.
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