One shutout in 13 games - USMNT's defensive crisis puts...

One shutout in 13 games - USMNT's defensive crisis puts World Cup run at risk

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The U.S. men's national team faces a critical question heading into Friday's World Cup opener against Paraguay: Can Chris Richards recover from his ankle injury in time to shore up a vulnerable defense?...weiterlesen »

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Severe storms threaten World Cup opening as Mexico City issues Orange Alert

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Mexico City is bracing for severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall as the World Cup opening ceremony kicks off Thursday. Weather authorities have issued multiple "Orange Alert" warnings for the capital,...weiterlesen »

Morocco coach: We fear no opponent as Brazil World Cup clash looms

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Morocco's coach Mohamed Ouabi has declared his team fears no opponent as they prepare to face Brazil in their World Cup opener on June 13 in New Jersey. Morocco enters the tournament with confidence built...weiterlesen »

The injury that threatened Saliba's World Cup - and why Deschamps isn't worried

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William Saliba has returned to team training with France despite an ongoing back injury, easing fears that the Arsenal defender might miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Manager Didier Deschamps confirmed all...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? US may purchase Chagos Islands after Trump's Greenland dream failed

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The White House is reportedly considering a plan to purchase the Chagos Islands, bypassing Britain's stalled deal to cede the territory to Mauritius. The move comes after President Donald Trump's earlier...weiterlesen »

Nine injured in shooting near England's World Cup base in Kansas City

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Nine people were injured in a shooting near England's designated World Cup training base in Kansas City, Missouri, raising security concerns just days before the tournament. The incident occurred Saturday...weiterlesen »

Trump once played on a multicultural soccer team - now his World Cup faces human rights warnings

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Donald Trump's history with soccer runs deeper than his current political theater suggests. As the 2026 World Cup approaches, the US President who once played the sport as a teenager now stands at the...weiterlesen »

16 minutes into friendly, Wesley's World Cup dream ends - and Brazil scrambles for a solution

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Brazil has lost right-back Wesley to a thigh injury just days before the World Cup, forcing coach Carlo Ancelotti to call up midfielder Éderson as a late replacement. The injury occurred during Saturday's...weiterlesen »

48-team World Cup kicks off June 11 as Curacao, Jordan, Uzbekistan and Cabo Verde make historic debuts

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup will mark a historic shift in tournament scale. Expanding from 32 to 48 teams, the competition will feature 104 matches across 39 days, introducing four debutant nations and presenting...weiterlesen »

Algeria rewards Petkovic with contract extension to 2028 after 24 wins in 31 games

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The Algerian Football Federation has extended coach Vladimir Petkovic's contract until July 2028, just days before the national team begins its World Cup campaign. The move signals confidence in the 62-year-old...weiterlesen »

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The striker who chose Norway over England - now Haaland delivers World Cup dream

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Norway has qualified for the World Cup for the first time since 1998, ending a 28-year absence from major tournaments. Erling Haaland, the 25-year-old Manchester City striker who was not yet born during...weiterlesen »

"My life stood still": Widow's grief endures 30 years after IRA murdered detective

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Ireland marked the 30th anniversary of Detective Garda Jerry McCabe's murder on Sunday with mass and remembrance events in Limerick. The father-of-five was shot dead by a Provisional IRA gang during a...weiterlesen »

Football History Returns to Hohe Warte

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It is far more than an ordinary pre-season match. When First Vienna FC hosts the Queens Park Rangers at Hohe Warte on July 11 at 6:30 PM, two clubs will meet whose history is closely linked to the origins...weiterlesen »

FIFA chases 60 fans for free tickets - while tens of thousands remain unsold

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FIFA has mistakenly issued about 60 World Cup tickets without charge due to a payment processing error - and now wants affected buyers to pay up. The ticketing mishap comes as the soccer governing body...weiterlesen »

Empty stadiums and $620 tickets: World Cup 2026 faces crisis as tournament kicks off Thursday

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The largest World Cup in history kicks off Thursday in Mexico, but the tournament faces unprecedented challenges. Empty stadiums, soaring ticket prices, and political tensions are dampening enthusiasm...weiterlesen »

He refereed the World Cup final in 2022 - now he says reaching another is almost impossible

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Polish referee Szymon Marciniak will officiate at his third World Cup when the tournament kicks off in the USA, Canada, and Mexico on June 11. The 45-year-old from Płock, who refereed the 2022 final between...weiterlesen »

3 strikes in 12 months: Why German soccer star Laura Freigang could miss 2027 World Cup

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German national soccer player Laura Freigang has publicly addressed allegations over missed anti-doping tests that could result in a two-year ban from the sport. The 28-year-old Eintracht Frankfurt striker...weiterlesen »

Lammy backs Starmer as 'most resilient person I've ever met' amid leadership threat

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Labour leader Keir Starmer has vowed to "fight" in any leadership challenge, as internal party tensions escalate. Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy pledged his support for Starmer, while Greater Manchester...weiterlesen »

Armed guards protect Panini trucks as 2026 World Cup sticker frenzy empties shelves worldwide

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The 2026 World Cup Panini sticker album has triggered an unprecedented global frenzy. Stores across more than 130 countries are experiencing shortages as collectors of all ages scramble to complete what...weiterlesen »

US Vice President blamed migration for murder by British-born man

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Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy has told US Vice President JD Vance he was wrong to link the murder of Henry Nowak to mass migration. In a phone call on Saturday, Lammy challenged Vance's claim that...weiterlesen »

Schweinsteiger sets semi-final target for Germany after decade of quarter-final struggles

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Bastian Schweinsteiger has set modest expectations for Germany's World Cup campaign. The former World Cup winner considers reaching the semi-finals a significant achievement, pointing to the team's inconsistent...weiterlesen »

One billion extra pints: 2026 World Cup set for record beer sales, but 4 AM kick-offs dampen German gains

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The 2026 World Cup is projected to generate record beer consumption globally, with analysts estimating 1 billion extra pints sold during the tournament. But late kick-off times caused by time zone differences...weiterlesen »

Why Schweinsteiger doesn't see Germany as World Cup favorites - and what must change

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Bastian Schweinsteiger has set modest expectations for Germany at the 2026 World Cup, saying a semi-final appearance would represent a significant achievement. The former World Cup winner based his assessment...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? US Defense chief calls migration an 'invasion' at D-Day memorial

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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has sparked outrage by comparing migration to a military invasion during D-Day commemorations in France. Speaking at the Normandy American Cemetery on the 82nd anniversary...weiterlesen »

MPs condemn MoD over £6.3bn Ajax vehicle causing soldier symptoms and missing defence plan

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British lawmakers have sharply criticized the Ministry of Defence over ongoing safety concerns with the Army's £6.3 billion Ajax armoured vehicle and delays in publishing a critical defence investment...weiterlesen »

Rare Planetary Encounter Enthralls Star Fans

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According to the Vienna Working Group for Astronomy (WAA), this striking double star is best seen between June 7 and 11 from 9:30 PM to 10:30 PM in the west-northwest. The closest distance between the...weiterlesen »

Nine wins in a row - yet Nagelsmann identifies clear weaknesses before World Cup

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Germany secured a 2-1 victory over the USA in their final World Cup warm-up match in Chicago, extending their winning streak to nine games. But coach Julian Nagelsmann identified clear areas for improvement...weiterlesen »

Real Madrid's Güler, 21, delivers 2 assists as Turkey wins final World Cup warm-up 2-1

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Turkey secured a 2-1 comeback victory against Venezuela in their final warm-up match before the World Cup, with young star Arda Güler providing two assists and showcasing why coach Vincenzo Montella believes...weiterlesen »

June 18 by-election could trigger Labour leadership race between Burnham, Starmer and Streeting

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Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has confirmed he would enter a Labour leadership race if he wins the Makerfield by-election on June 18. The statement, made in response to direct questioning during...weiterlesen »

Liverpool sacks Slot, appoints Iraola after Salah calls for attacking football

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Liverpool has sacked head coach Arne Slot and appointed Andoni Iraola on a two-year deal after an end-of-season review concluded a "change of direction" was needed. The decision aligns with Mohamed Salah's...weiterlesen »

King Charles appoints engineer and composer to Scotland's highest honor

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King Charles has appointed two Scots to the Order of the Thistle, widely regarded as Scotland's highest honor. Professor Sir Jim McDonald and Sir James MacMillan received the distinction for their notable...weiterlesen »

Neymar announces 2026 World Cup will be his last as calf injury threatens opener

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Brazilian football star Neymar has signaled that the 2026 World Cup will be his final appearance in the tournament. The 34-year-old forward responded to a FIFA social media post this Saturday by commenting...weiterlesen »

How 25 people can trigger a stadium wave - and why thousands just broke the world record

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Thousands of Mexican fans broke the Guinness World Record for the largest human wave on Saturday, gathering on Mexico City's Paseo de la Reforma just days before the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off. The...weiterlesen »

Martin accuses Israel of keeping Gaza in "permanent subjugation"

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Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin has called on the European Union to intensify its response to Israel's actions in the Middle East. Speaking to media in Cork on Saturday evening, Martin said Ireland has...weiterlesen »

From too scared to ready: Volpato chooses Australia after rejecting Socceroos at 18

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Cristian Volpato has committed to represent Australia at the 2026 World Cup, reversing his decision from four years ago when he declined to play for the Socceroos ahead of the Qatar tournament. The Sassuolo...weiterlesen »

Neymar announces 2026 World Cup will be his last: 'The Last Dance'

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Neymar has announced that the 2026 World Cup will be his final appearance at football's biggest tournament. The Brazilian player confirmed his decision in a comment on FIFA's official social media profile,...weiterlesen »

$50 World Cup tickets for New Yorkers - and a Balotelli philosophy lesson from the mayor

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New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani turned to an unlikely inspiration during a press conference on World Cup preparations: Italian footballer Mario Balotelli. Mamdani cited the striker's famous philosophy on...weiterlesen »

France face Northern Ireland on Monday in final World Cup warm-up before US departure

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France faces Northern Ireland in their final preparatory friendly on Monday, June 8, at 4:10 PM Brasília time before departing for the 2026 World Cup. The match offers coach Didier Deschamps a last opportunity...weiterlesen »

Why Flamengo is sending its own physiotherapist to Uruguay's World Cup squad

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Flamengo has authorized the release of physiotherapist Laniyan Neves to join Uruguay's technical staff for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Brazilian professional will focus on monitoring midfielder Giorgian...weiterlesen »

Tuchel worried about patchy pitch ahead of England's World Cup warm-up in Tampa

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England manager Thomas Tuchel has expressed concern about the condition of the temporary grass pitch where his team will face New Zealand on Saturday in their first World Cup warm-up match. Tuchel said...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Zoo animals are predicting 2026 World Cup results - and they're serious

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Animals at the Guadalajara Zoo in Mexico have turned into World Cup fortune-tellers. Elephants, gorillas, a puma, and giraffes predicted the outcomes of several matches ahead of the tournament's June 11...weiterlesen »

156,000 residents, one World Cup dream - Locadia gets green light to face Germany

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FIFA has cleared Curaçao striker Jürgen Locadia to play in the Caribbean island's historic first World Cup match against Germany on June 14. The 32-year-old received a one-match suspension after being...weiterlesen »

High-Tech in the OR: Clinic in Wiener Neustadt Relies on New 3D System

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The University Hospital Wiener Neustadt-Hochegg will now rely on the latest technology for spinal surgeries. With a new intraoperative 3D imaging system, the precision of surgical procedures is expected...weiterlesen »

Paraguay star Julio Enciso stretchered off in tears days before World Cup opener

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Paraguay midfielder Julio Enciso was stretchered off in tears during his team's final World Cup warm-up match on Friday, casting serious doubt over his participation in the tournament that begins next...weiterlesen »

Argentina lose defender Balerdi days before World Cup - three-week injury rules him out

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Argentina has suffered a major blow just days before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Defender Leonardo Balerdi has been ruled out of the tournament after sustaining a muscle injury during training. The 27-year-old...weiterlesen »

He predicted the last 3 World Cup winners - now he says don't trust his 2026 forecast

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A German investment strategist who correctly predicted the last three World Cup winners has forecast the Netherlands to win the 2026 tournament. But Joachim Klement himself warns against taking his model...weiterlesen »

Jordan loses 20-year-old Ibrahim Sabra to injury 5 days before first-ever World Cup

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Jordan has lost forward Ibrahim Sabra to a torn ankle ligament just days before the World Cup begins. The 20-year-old's injury compounds the team's offensive problems ahead of their first-ever World Cup...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? FIFA now allows water bottles at World Cup after fans revolt over $9 stadium prices

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FIFA has reversed its controversial water bottle ban for the 2026 World Cup after facing intense criticism from fans, politicians, and health experts. The organization will now allow spectators to bring...weiterlesen »

Germany face USA tonight - but World Cup campaign already dealt major injury blow

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Germany faces the United States in their final World Cup test match on Saturday evening in Chicago, but preparations have been dealt a severe blow with midfielder Lennart Karl ruled out of the entire tournament...weiterlesen »

Israeli troops kill 7-month-old Palestinian baby in West Bank shooting

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A seven-month-old Palestinian baby was killed and his parents injured when Israeli troops opened fire on their car in the occupied West Bank on Friday evening. The infant's father says he had stopped the...weiterlesen »