Alphonso Davies in race against time to be fit for June 12 World Cup opener on home soil

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Canada's captain Alphonso Davies faces a race against time to be fit for the World Cup opener on June 12. The Bayern Munich star has been training separately due to a hamstring injury, casting doubt over...weiterlesen »

$80 bus fare slashed to $20 as New York unveils World Cup transport plan

vor 3 Stunden - upday.com

New York officials provided a transportation update for the FIFA World Cup on Thursday morning, outlining mobility plans and cost reductions as the tournament approaches. Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor...weiterlesen »

The end of opinions - how FIFA's AI will judge every player at the World Cup

vor 4 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA has launched a data-driven player performance ranking system for the 2026 World Cup that replaces subjective assessments with artificial intelligence and objective match statistics. The "FIFA Power...weiterlesen »

Teachers storm Mexico ministry with battering rams one week before World Cup kicks off

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Striking teachers stormed Mexico City's Education Ministry building with damaged lampposts as battering rams just one week before the 2026 World Cup begins. Protesters smashed windows, set fires, and chanted...weiterlesen »

Expert slams Swiss FA over Embolo visa crisis: 'This could have been avoided months ago'

vor 5 Stunden - upday.com

Swiss national team striker Breel Embolo remains stranded in Switzerland, unable to join his teammates for World Cup preparations in the United States. The 29-year-old is waiting for a visa after his electronic...weiterlesen »

Wait, FIFA+ is shutting down? Here's where 2,000 hours of World Cup footage goes

vor 5 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA has integrated its streaming platform FIFA+ exclusively into DAZN, ending the service's standalone existence after four years. The partnership, announced today, aims to expand global access to football...weiterlesen »

50°C heat and 100+ deaths: Monterrey's crisis as it prepares for 2026 World Cup

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Monterrey faces a critical challenge as it prepares to host four World Cup matches in 2026. The northern Mexican city is grappling with extreme heat, severe water shortages and worsening air pollution...weiterlesen »

Norway becomes first football body to join ethics complaint against FIFA chief Infantino

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A human rights organization has filed a complaint against FIFA President Gianni Infantino, accusing him of repeatedly violating political neutrality rules. The Norwegian Football Association became the...weiterlesen »

Donaldson's message to minister revealed: 'I just want to say how sorry I am'

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A man became emotional in court Thursday as he testified about the moment his wife disclosed alleged sexual abuse by former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson when she was a child. The witness told Newry Crown...weiterlesen »

Your WhatsApp soccer ball just changed - and it's the first of many World Cup surprises

vor 7 Stunden - upday.com

Meta is rolling out a comprehensive suite of World Cup-themed features across WhatsApp and its other platforms ahead of the 2026 tournament, which begins June 11 in Mexico, the United States, and Canada....weiterlesen »

Two injuries, one World Cup: De Arrascaeta battles calf strain and collarbone fracture

vor 9 Stunden - upday.com

Uruguay midfielder Giorgian De Arrascaeta has sustained a calf muscle injury during training but will remain in his country's World Cup squad. The Asociación Uruguaya de Fútbol (AUF) confirmed Wednesday...weiterlesen »

9 years: Greensill founder hit with major UK director ban after billions lost

vor 10 Stunden - upday.com

Lex Greensill will be banned from directing companies in the UK for nine years following an investigation into his conduct at collapsed lending firm Greensill Capital. The Australian businessman agreed...weiterlesen »

Man charged with attempted murder after stolen police car driven at officer

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A man has been remanded in custody after appearing in court accused of attempting to murder a police officer in Downpatrick. The officer remains hospitalized with serious injuries after a stolen police...weiterlesen »

Mega Construction Sites at Public Transport: These Lines Are Affected

vor 12 Stunden - Volarberg Online

For public transport users in Vienna, 2026 will be a year of patience. Wiener Linien and ÖBB are using the summer months for extensive construction and modernization work. Numerous subway, tram, and S-Bahn...weiterlesen »

Rapper Stormzy hit with £866 court bill after typing maps address in Ferrari

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Rapper Stormzy has been fined £533 for using his mobile phone while driving a £400,000 Ferrari – the second time he has been caught breaking the law at the wheel. The 32-year-old music star was pulled...weiterlesen »

Deschamps to step down after 2026 World Cup, ending 14-year era as France coach

vor 12 Stunden - upday.com

France coach Didier Deschamps has described Germany as one of the best nations in European and world football ahead of the 2026 World Cup, despite their recent struggles. In an interview with kicker magazine,...weiterlesen »

World Cup Fever in Vienna: Lugner City Becomes a Meeting Point for Football Fans

vor 14 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The Football World Cup is approaching – and with it begins the hunt for the last missing Panini stickers for many fans. Therefore, the official World Cup sticker exchange will take place again on Friday...weiterlesen »

Shakira's "Waka Waka" comeback attempt - what you need to know about the 2026 World Cup anthems

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

Multiple artists are releasing anthems for the 2026 World Cup summer, continuing the tradition of music accompanying football's biggest tournament. From international superstars to German Schlager icons...weiterlesen »

Personalized tickets, fake hotels, counterfeit merch - the World Cup scam wave

vor 15 Stunden - upday.com

Saxony's consumer protection agency has warned fans about fraudulent ticket and travel offers ahead of the Football World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The Verbraucherzentrale Sachsen cautioned...weiterlesen »

World Cup fans face bottle ban despite heat warnings - what FIFA's reversal means for you

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA has banned fans from bringing reusable water bottles into World Cup stadiums, reversing a policy that was in place just months ago. The last-minute change comes less than 10 days before the tournament...weiterlesen »

World Cup tickets resold below price as FIFA cancels hotel blocks - club soccer overtakes tournament

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The World Cup is set to begin in North America, but the tournament faces an unprecedented challenge: striking lack of public interest. Thousands of tickets remain unsold, some are being resold below their...weiterlesen »

Queen Camilla pins bravery medal on seriously ill boy, seven, at exclusive Clarence House tea party

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A seriously ill seven-year-old boy had his bravery medal pinned on by Queen Camilla during a special tea party at Clarence House. Rupert Williams, who lives with life-threatening digestive and blood-clotting...weiterlesen »

Former MI6 chief who warned Britain to rearm against Russia dies at 62

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Sir Alex Younger, the former head of Britain's Secret Intelligence Service, has died at the age of 62 after being treated for cancer. His family confirmed his death in Boston in the early hours of Tuesday...weiterlesen »

How Trump turns sports into power plays - and why this World Cup is his ultimate opportunity

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German journalist Ingo Zamperoni has released a new documentary examining how Donald Trump might exploit the upcoming World Cup for political gain. The "Tagesthemen" anchor traveled through the USA for...weiterlesen »

Man faces attempted murder charge after striking officer with stolen police vehicle in Downpatrick

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A police officer suffered serious injuries after being struck by a stolen police car in Downpatrick over the weekend. A 36-year-old man has now been charged with attempted murder. The incident occurred...weiterlesen »

Vienna secures storm talent long-term to the club

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

First Vienna FC continues its path with young talents. Striker Moritz Jerabek has signed his first professional contract with the Döblingers and will become a permanent part of the professional squad....weiterlesen »

Russian drone strikes NATO member Romania, injuring two in residential building

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Britain has summoned Russia's ambassador to the Foreign Office after a Russian drone struck a residential building in Romania last week. The incident injured two people and violated the airspace of a NATO...weiterlesen »

Debenhams shares surge 25% as retailer returns to growth after months of decline

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Debenhams Group has returned to growth after months of declining sales, sending shares up 25% in early trading on Wednesday. The retailer's turnaround strategy is starting to deliver results. The company...weiterlesen »

Eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Messi honored with Princess of Asturias Award

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Lionel Messi has been awarded the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports, adding another prestigious honor to his extraordinary career. The jury recognized the Argentine footballer for his exceptional...weiterlesen »

Currys appoints Nordic turnaround leader Fredrik Tonnesen as new CEO

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Currys has appointed Fredrik Tonnesen as its new chief executive, promoting the leader who turned around the electronics retailer's Nordic business to replace Alex Baldock, who is departing after eight...weiterlesen »

Gary Lineker lands £14m Netflix deal for World Cup podcast from Times Square

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Gary Lineker has signed a £14 million deal with Netflix to produce a daily World Cup podcast from Manhattan's Times Square following his departure from the BBC in 2025. The former England striker will...weiterlesen »

The visa that came too late - Haiti's only home-based player misses World Cup warmup

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Woodensky Pierre has received his US visa, clearing the way for the Haitian midfielder to participate in the upcoming World Cup. But the approval came with bitter irony - it arrived too late for Haiti's...weiterlesen »

Beckham receives Hollywood Walk of Fame star hours before World Cup kickoff

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English football icon David Beckham will receive a star on Hollywood's legendary Walk of Fame on June 12, just hours before the FIFA World Cup kicks off in the United States. The ceremony recognizes the...weiterlesen »

Bundesliga clubs to receive €21 million from FIFA for World Cup players - Bayern leads with €3.8 million

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Bundesliga clubs will receive millions in compensation from FIFA for players participating in the upcoming World Cup in North America. Bayern Munich leads German clubs with nearly 3.81 million euros for...weiterlesen »

That iconic Gazza tears moment? The shirt is now Sports Direct's hottest retro seller

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Sports Direct has revealed that Paul Gascoigne's iconic Italia '90 England shirt is now its best-selling retro football top, as World Cup fever drives unprecedented demand for classic football designs....weiterlesen »

The model that called Germany 2014, France 2018, Argentina 2022 - now it predicts Mexico's early exit

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A mathematical model that correctly predicted the last three World Cup champions forecasts a disappointing tournament for Mexico in 2026, projecting the host nation will be eliminated in the round of 32...weiterlesen »

The gaming alibi that unravelled: How police caught partner who murdered pregnant woman

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Stephen McCullagh faces sentencing for murdering his pregnant partner Natalie McNally in a violent attack at her home in Lurgan, Northern Ireland, in December 2022. The 36-year-old was convicted by a jury...weiterlesen »

Spain's World Cup edge? De la Fuente reveals what's changed since Euro glory

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Spain's national team coach Luis de la Fuente believes his squad is better prepared for the 2026 World Cup than when they won Euro 2024. The 64-year-old told Cadena SER's 'El Larguero' that increased maturity,...weiterlesen »

1,500 cargo ships stranded as Rubio questions UK-France plan to secure Hormuz Strait

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has branded a proposed UK-France mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz a "catch-22". The diplomatic criticism targets plans to deploy naval escorts in the critical waterway...weiterlesen »

10 days before World Cup: Teachers clash with police as Mexico City fan zone threatened

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Mexican police deployed tear gas against protesting teachers in the capital ten days before the country hosts the Football World Cup opening match. The clash erupted Monday when demonstrators broke through...weiterlesen »

17,000-square-foot whale mural destroyed for World Cup art - now artist wants $25 million

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Marine artist Robert Wyland has filed a $25 million lawsuit against FIFA and several other organizations after his iconic Dallas mural was painted over last month to make way for World Cup-related artwork....weiterlesen »

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