Days before World Cup kickoff: Mexico coach can't name even three certain starters

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Mexico's national team coach Javier Aguirre remains undecided on his starting lineup just days before the World Cup opener against South Africa on Thursday. The veteran coach has not even selected a captain...weiterlesen »

Olise's hat-trick sparks Mbappé comparisons - why France's breakout star could define this World Cup

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Michael Olise delivered a stunning hat-trick in France's final World Cup warm-up match, fueling predictions that the Bayern Munich star could emerge as one of the tournament's breakthrough players. Former...weiterlesen »

Mexico restores World Cup flag ceremony discontinued under López Obrador

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The Mexican football team received the national flag at the High Performance Center in a ceremony where President Claudia Sheinbaum officially presented the flag to the team, reviving a tradition that...weiterlesen »

World Cup hero Grosso takes Fiorentina job - and the revival challenge is massive

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Fabio Grosso has been appointed as the new head coach of AC Fiorentina. The 48-year-old former World Cup winner signed a contract with the Serie A club that runs until the end of June 2028. Grosso arrives...weiterlesen »

The heartbreaking letter that will drive Robertson in Scotland's first World Cup in 28 years

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Scotland captain Andy Robertson has vowed to carry the spirit of his late friend Diogo Jota throughout the upcoming World Cup campaign. In an emotional letter sent through FIFA's "Letters That Unite" initiative,...weiterlesen »

Roberto Mancini returns to Italy job with €8m deal after Euro 2020 glory

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Roberto Mancini is set to return as head coach of the Italian national football team, three years after he led the Azzurri to their Euro 2020 triumph. The 61-year-old has reportedly agreed to a four-year...weiterlesen »

Goalkeeper misses daughter's birth to stay with South Korea for World Cup prep

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South Korean goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu has missed the birth of his first child to remain with the national team during their 2026 World Cup preparations. The 35-year-old FC Tokyo player stayed with the...weiterlesen »

Can Neymar recover in 5 days? Brazil star's final World Cup hangs on Monday's scan results

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Neymar undergoes crucial medical tests on Monday that will determine if Brazil's star forward can play in the country's World Cup opener against Morocco on Saturday. The 34-year-old is racing to recover...weiterlesen »

E-Bike Gone or Battery Burning? These Risks Can Be Costly

vor 13 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Electric bicycles continue to enjoy great popularity. They make commuting easier, enable longer tours, and are considered a practical alternative to cars. At the same time, e-bikes are significantly more...weiterlesen »

19-year-old Endrick has 4 goals in 17 games for Brazil - Cunha has 1 in 23. World Cup debate erupts

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Endrick scored the winning goal for Brazil in their 2-1 victory over Egypt on Saturday, sparking fierce debate about whether the 19-year-old Real Madrid forward should claim the national team's historic...weiterlesen »

Norway coach slams Scotland over last-minute match cancellation as 'unprofessional'

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Norway's coach Ståle Solbakken has sharply criticized Scotland for canceling a planned training match at the last minute, calling the decision "unprofessional" and questioning the cited injury concerns....weiterlesen »

Free EV charging for MLAs claiming £6,500 travel costs - visitors paid

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Electric vehicle chargers at Stormont have been suspended after it emerged that Assembly members were using them for free while claiming thousands of pounds in travel allowances. The charging points in...weiterlesen »

Germany women's coach Wück demands development despite World Cup qualification - Wolfsburg quartet to anchor Slovenia test

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Germany's women's national team coach Christian Wück has secured World Cup qualification but refuses to ease pressure on his players. Despite the team's spot in Brazil 2027 being confirmed, Wück made clear...weiterlesen »

Mbappé backs Ronaldo to outscore Messi at 2026 World Cup - but plans to beat them both

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Kylian Mbappé has predicted that Cristiano Ronaldo will score more goals than Lionel Messi at the 2026 World Cup. But the 27-year-old made one thing clear: he himself plans to be the tournament's top scorer....weiterlesen »

Man in Vienna Attacked by Two Unknown Individuals

vor 20 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Witnesses alerted the police on Saturday around 10:15 PM after they were drawn to a confrontation between several men by loud screams. According to the Vienna State Police Directorate, a 30-year-old man...weiterlesen »

The stadium where Maradona's 'Hand of God' happened makes World Cup history again

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The Azteca Stadium in Mexico City will make history Thursday when it hosts the World Cup opening match for the third time - a record no other football venue has achieved. Mexico faces South Africa at 1:00...weiterlesen »

28 years on, Scotland gets bank holiday for World Cup - but four ministers spark fury

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Scotland will observe a special bank holiday on Monday, June 15, marking the national men's football team's first World Cup appearance in 28 years. King Charles approved the one-off holiday to allow widespread...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 »

Adams and Shankland both shine - but who starts for Scotland against Haiti?

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Che Adams scored twice as Scotland cruised to a 4-0 victory over Bolivia in their final World Cup warm-up match on Saturday in New Jersey. The Torino striker now hopes his performance has secured him a...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 »

240,000 likes but accused of neo-Nazi symbols - Norway's viral Viking photo

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The Norwegian national football team sparked a social media sensation with a Viking-themed team photo that has divided opinion ahead of their first World Cup appearance in 26 years. The image shows star...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 »

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 »

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 »

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