Why Bayern's Urbig trains with Germany but isn't in the...

Why Bayern's Urbig trains with Germany but isn't in the World Cup squad

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Jonas Urbig trains alongside Manuel Neuer in the German national team's goalkeeper group. But when Germany faces Curaçao in their World Cup opener in Houston, the 22-year-old Bayern Munich keeper will...weiterlesen »

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Red-hot Japan face struggling Netherlands in crucial Group F opener

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The Netherlands and Japan will face off on Sunday evening in what promises to be a decisive opening match for Group F at the 2026 World Cup. Both teams are considered top contenders to advance from a group...weiterlesen »

150,000 people, 2000-to-1 odds: Tiny Curaçao takes on Germany in World Cup debut

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Curaçao makes World Cup history tonight as the smallest nation to ever compete in the tournament faces football giant Germany in Houston. The Caribbean island of just 150,000 inhabitants opens Group E...weiterlesen »

Germany's animal oracles predict tonight's World Cup opener - following Paul the Octopus's legacy

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Animals across Germany have turned into fortune-tellers for the World Cup, predicting outcomes for the national team's matches. Most oracle animals forecast a German victory in Sunday's opening game against...weiterlesen »

36 years of hurt over: McGinn fires Scotland to first World Cup win since 1990

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Scotland secured their first World Cup victory in 36 years with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Haiti in their tournament opener. John McGinn's 28th-minute goal ended decades of hurt and sent the nation into...weiterlesen »

52 years later, Haiti returns to World Cup against Scotland in Group C opener

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Haiti and Scotland face off in their opening World Cup match, marking a historic return to the tournament for both nations after decades of absence. The Group C clash at Gillette Stadium in Boston kicks...weiterlesen »

FIFA reports 99% full stadiums at 2026 World Cup - but TV shows thousands of empty seats

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Thousands of empty seats have been visible at several 2026 World Cup matches, even as FIFA reports near-capacity attendance. The discrepancy between official figures and television images has sparked criticism...weiterlesen »

Netherlands full squad ready for World Cup opener as Verbruggen and Depay overcome injuries

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The Netherlands have their full squad available for their World Cup opener against Japan on Sunday, with goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen recovering from a hip injury and all-time leading scorer Memphis Depay...weiterlesen »

Why Portugal's Vitinha refuses to call his team World Cup favorites

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Portugal midfielder Vitinha has positioned his team as serious World Cup contenders while firmly rejecting the favorites tag ahead of the tournament. Speaking at a press conference in Palm Beach, Florida...weiterlesen »

Only the 2nd Brazilian ever: Vinícius matches Ronaldinho with historic World Cup goal

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Vinícius Júnior rescued Brazil from a disastrous start to the 2026 World Cup with a spectacular goal against Morocco on Saturday. The Real Madrid forward equalized in the 31st minute to secure a 1-1 draw...weiterlesen »

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15.986 million viewers: USMNT World Cup opener shatters English-language TV record

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The United States men's national team's World Cup opener against Paraguay shattered English-language television records, drawing 15.986 million viewers across Fox, Tubi and Fox One streaming. The 4-1 victory...weiterlesen »

Switzerland's heartbreak as Qatar snatches 95th-minute equalizer after Swiss dominance

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Switzerland squandered a dominant performance and conceded a heartbreaking 1-1 draw against Qatar in their World Cup 2026 opener. Boualem Khoukhi headed home an equalizer in the fifth minute of stoppage...weiterlesen »

Why Rangnick chose Austria over AC Milan - and what it means for the World Cup

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Ralf Rangnick has extended his contract as Austria's national team coach, ending speculation about a potential move to AC Milan. The Austrian Football Association announced the deal on Saturday evening,...weiterlesen »

$1,908 for cheapest seats: US soccer win triggers 77% ticket price surge in 3 days

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The US men's national soccer team's historic 4-1 victory over Paraguay at the World Cup has triggered a dramatic surge in ticket prices for their remaining group stage matches. The cheapest seats for Friday's...weiterlesen »

Seven stars banned: Egypt must change World Cup kit 48 hours before Belgium clash

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FIFA has ordered Egypt to make last-minute changes to their 2026 World Cup kit just two days before their opening match. The Egyptian Football Association announced on Saturday that the team must remove...weiterlesen »

39-year-old Nagatomo set to become first Asian player at five World Cups

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Yuto Nagatomo will make history at the 2026 World Cup. The 39-year-old Japanese defender is set to become the first Asian player to compete in five World Cup final tournaments, breaking a continental record....weiterlesen »

Mexico beats South Africa 2-0 in historic World Cup opener as 120,000 flood streets

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Mexico secured a historic 2-0 victory against South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup, sparking massive celebrations across the country as tens of thousands flooded the streets of Mexico...weiterlesen »

Brazil's World Cup status has changed - and Morocco could prove it at midnight

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Brazil faces Morocco in the first major clash of the 2026 World Cup at midnight on Sunday. The record world champions take on the 2022 semifinalists in New Jersey, kicking off a packed schedule of eight...weiterlesen »

Thousands clash with far-right in Glasgow after racist attacks forced mosque lockdown

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Thousands of anti-racism protesters clashed with a smaller group of counter-demonstrators in Glasgow on Saturday, days after far-right violence left officers and members of the public injured. Police kept...weiterlesen »

Wait, this is real? Teams throw custard pies at faces in Kent championship tradition

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Teams competed to land custard pies in each other's faces as the World Custard Pie Championships returned to Kent on Saturday, drawing hundreds of spectators to the annual tradition that dates back to...weiterlesen »

After 39 failed attempts: Why this Iran deal could actually happen - and what's at stake

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US President Donald Trump is expected to discuss plans to demine the Strait of Hormuz with allies at the Group of Seven summit in France next week, as mediators report an agreement to end the Iran war...weiterlesen »

709 days after retirement, Neuer returns to start Germany's World Cup campaign

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Manuel Neuer will start in goal for Germany against Curacao on Sunday, marking his first international appearance in 709 days. At 40 years old, the Bayern Munich goalkeeper will become the oldest player...weiterlesen »

What Lula told Ancelotti hours before Brazil's World Cup debut - and why it matters

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President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva sent a rousing video message to Brazil's national football team and coach Carlo Ancelotti hours before their 2026 World Cup debut on Saturday. The message urged the...weiterlesen »

Newlyweds join thousands at Belfast anti-racism rally after violent disorder

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Thousands of people gathered in Belfast for an anti-racism rally following days of violent unrest that shook the city. The demonstration, named "Together Against Hate," drew an estimated 3,000 attendees...weiterlesen »

World Cup footballer denied entry to Canada despite no conviction - trial verdict not until 2027

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Canada has denied entry to Ghanaian footballer Thomas Partey ahead of the World Cup, triggering a diplomatic clash between the two nations. Ghana's government officially protested the decision on Saturday,...weiterlesen »

Ancelotti aims to break 96-year World Cup curse - no foreign coach has ever won it

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Carlo Ancelotti is preparing to make history with Brazil at the 2026 World Cup. The Italian coach faces a double challenge: ending the team's 24-year title drought while attempting to become the first...weiterlesen »

Morocco captain Hakimi: Brazil clash is 50-50, not a one-sided contest

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Morocco's Atlas Lions are approaching their World Cup opener against Brazil with bold confidence, treating Saturday's high-profile clash in New Jersey as an even contest despite facing the five-time champions....weiterlesen »

Bosnian supporters pelt police with objects, two arrested before Canada match

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Two fans from Germany were arrested in Toronto after allegedly assaulting police officers before Bosnia and Herzegovina's World Cup match against Canada on Friday. Emir C., 25, and Eldar G., 27, now face...weiterlesen »

Brazil revives street painting tradition that died after 7-1 World Cup disaster

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Brazilians are reviving a beloved World Cup tradition that nearly disappeared after their national team's devastating 7-1 semi-final loss to Germany in 2014. Across the country, communities are once again...weiterlesen »

The World Cup record no player has matched in 60 years - until now

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Chris Richards made World Cup history in the United States' opening match, completing all 83 passes without a single miss in their 4-1 victory over Paraguay on June 12. The 26-year-old Crystal Palace defender...weiterlesen »

Scotland's entire squad wearing FIFA's new World Cup debut patch - here's what happens next

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FIFA has introduced a special patch system for the 2026 World Cup, marking players' debuts in the tournament with an exclusive emblem on their jerseys. Debutant players are wearing the "FIFA World Cup...weiterlesen »

Haiti returns to World Cup after 52 years as team brings hope to nation where gangs control 80% of capital

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Haiti returns to the World Cup on Sunday after a 52-year absence, opening against Scotland in Boston at 3 a.m. The historic qualification has brought rare joy to one of the world's poorest countries, which...weiterlesen »

One million Scots to watch 2am World Cup opener as pubs expect £600,000 boost

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Scotland fans across the country are preparing for the national team's return to World Cup football, with Steve Clarke's team taking on Haiti in their opening fixture in the US at 2am on Sunday, UK time....weiterlesen »

Brazil kicks off World Cup campaign — but will Neymar even play?

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Brazil begins its 2026 World Cup campaign on Saturday against Morocco, carrying the weight of a 24-year title drought and the knowledge that this tournament represents the final chance for a generation...weiterlesen »

Four hours 38 minutes for one match: 2026 World Cup faces lightning chaos

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The 2026 World Cup faces a significant weather threat that could disrupt matches for hours. FIFA will implement strict lightning protocols across US venues, potentially suspending games whenever thunderstorms...weiterlesen »

176,000 unsold tickets and empty seats plague FIFA World Cup 2026 opening matches

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FIFA's World Cup 2026 is facing a ticketing crisis just days into the tournament, with hundreds of thousands of unsold tickets and visible empty seats at multiple opening matches despite record-breaking...weiterlesen »

Bellingham reveals off-field mistakes and social pressure undermined England at Euro 2024

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Jude Bellingham has issued a stark warning about England's past tournament failures, revealing that off-field issues and social pressure undermined the team during Euro 2024. The Real Madrid midfielder...weiterlesen »

28 years later: Scotland fans transform Boston ahead of World Cup return

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Thousands of Scottish football fans have descended on Boston ahead of their national team's first World Cup match in 28 years. Scotland faces Haiti on Saturday at 9pm local time (2am BST), with the Tartan...weiterlesen »

Ball under jersey, thumb in mouth: Reyna's World Cup goal celebration reveals baby news

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Gio Reyna scored the final goal in the United States' 4-1 World Cup victory against Paraguay on Friday night at SoFi Stadium, then celebrated by announcing his wife's pregnancy. The 23-year-old midfielder...weiterlesen »

NHS braces for 'triple whammy' as doctors strike amid heatwave and World Cup kick-off

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England's NHS is bracing for a "triple whammy of pressure" as resident doctors stage a four-day strike starting Monday, coinciding with a forecast heatwave and England's opening World Cup match against...weiterlesen »

Argentina gets Martínez boost ahead of World Cup - but loses key defender for opener

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Argentina's goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez has returned to full training after removing the cast from his fractured finger, providing a boost ahead of the team's World Cup opener. However, defender Nicolás...weiterlesen »

Jiménez scores first World Cup goal with header - five years after skull fracture nearly killed him

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Raúl Jiménez scored his first FIFA World Cup goal in Mexico's 2-0 opening victory over South Africa on Thursday, pointing to the sky in an emotional tribute to his late father. The 35-year-old forward...weiterlesen »

Lopetegui gets World Cup redemption as Qatar face Switzerland on anniversary of Spain dismissal

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Eight years after being dismissed as Spain's manager on the eve of the 2018 World Cup, Julen Lopetegui will finally make his World Cup coaching debut on Saturday - on the very same date that ended his...weiterlesen »

48 teams, 104 matches: Brazil kicks off World Cup debut as biggest tournament in history begins

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup enters its third day on Saturday, June 13, with Brazil making its highly anticipated tournament debut against Morocco in a Group C clash at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The match...weiterlesen »

Brazil face Morocco tonight as Ancelotti debuts without Militão, Rodrygo and Estêvão

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Brazil faces Morocco in a blockbuster opening match at the 2026 World Cup on Saturday night, with five-time champions Brazil seeking a sixth title under new coach Carlo Ancelotti. The Group C clash at...weiterlesen »

Anthropic Pulls Fable 5 and Mythos 5 After US Government Order

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Just days after a much-hyped launch, US AI company Anthropic was forced to announce a drastic measure on Friday evening: models Fable 5 and Mythos 5 have been disabled to comply with an export control...weiterlesen »

Germany opens World Cup vs Curaçao - but France, Brazil, Spain could await

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Germany kicks off its 2026 World Cup campaign on Sunday against Curaçao in Houston, entering the tournament without the favorite status it once held. The four-time champions face a manageable group but...weiterlesen »

Injury scare as Pulisic exits USMNT World Cup opener early - but coach says precaution

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Christian Pulisic was forced out of the United States' World Cup opener at halftime after suffering a calf injury in the team's commanding 4-1 victory over Paraguay on Friday. The AC Milan star, who had...weiterlesen »

German fan suffers heart attack at World Cup opening as authorities give conflicting updates

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A German football fan suffered a heart attack at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City shortly before the World Cup opening match between Mexico and South Africa. Emergency services responded immediately and...weiterlesen »

Vinicius declares Brazil ready to reclaim World Cup throne as Morocco clash looms

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Vinicius Junior has declared the 2026 World Cup the most important moment of his career as Brazil prepares to open their campaign against Morocco at MetLife Stadium near New York. The Real Madrid forward...weiterlesen »

Scotland face Haiti at World Cup after 28 years - but can Clarke finally deliver?

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Scotland returns to the World Cup for the first time in 28 years, with manager Steve Clarke carrying the weight of a nation's expectations. The team faces Haiti in their opening match early Sunday morning...weiterlesen »

Morocco coach: We have no fear facing Brazil in the World Cup opener

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Morocco's national team coach Mohamed Ouahbi has declared his players are not afraid of facing Brazil in their 2026 World Cup debut on Saturday, insisting the African side will stick to their principles...weiterlesen »

First since 1930: Balogun's two goals power USA to record 4-1 World Cup victory

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Folarin Balogun scored twice for the United States in their World Cup opener, leading the Americans to a historic 4-1 victory over Paraguay on Friday night. The 24-year-old striker became the first U.S....weiterlesen »

16 years later: Mexican striker settles score with South Africa at World Cup

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Julián Quiñones has made history by scoring the first goal of the 2026 World Cup, giving Mexico a 1-0 lead against South Africa in the opening match at Estadio Ciudad de México. The 29-year-old forward...weiterlesen »

Heavy underdogs at 12.50 odds: Can Qatar shock Switzerland in World Cup Group B clash?

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Qatar faces Switzerland in their first-ever World Cup meeting on Saturday at 9 PM at Levi's Stadium. The Group B clash pits a Swiss team considered heavy favorites against a Qatari side seeking to erase...weiterlesen »

Why Klose thinks his World Cup record will finally fall - and why he's fine with it

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Miroslav Klose expects his World Cup goal record to be broken soon. The German football legend told the Süddeutsche Zeitung he anticipates his mark of 16 goals falling at the next tournament in the USA,...weiterlesen »

Hollywood stars pack SoFi Stadium as Cruise, Beckhams and Pitt attend USA World Cup opener

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Hollywood's biggest stars turned out for the United States' opening World Cup match against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday. Tom Cruise, David and Victoria Beckham, Jamie Foxx, Paris...weiterlesen »

SoFi Stadium's nine-figure naming rights erased as FIFA strips corporate brands from World Cup venues

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FIFA's strict sponsorship rules have forced major U.S. stadiums to shed their corporate names for the 2026 World Cup. The global soccer body's "clean stadium" policy mandates that only official FIFA sponsors...weiterlesen »

Dempsey slams Marsch over anthem claim: 'I've bled for this country'

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Former US national team star Clint Dempsey has sharply criticized Canada head coach Jesse Marsch after the American-born manager suggested that US players needed to be persuaded to sing the national anthem....weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Chicago Fire wants to sign both Goretzka and Lewandowski this month

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Chicago Fire has reached out to Leon Goretzka as the German midfielder's Bayern Munich contract winds down, according to BILD . The 31-year-old is currently competing in the World Cup in the USA, Canada,...weiterlesen »

Only one ball left after thieves raid England's World Cup equipment en route to Kansas

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England's World Cup preparations have been disrupted by a major theft of essential equipment during their move to Kansas City. Match boots, official tournament balls, and crucial training gear were stolen...weiterlesen »

$50,000 to watch World Cup in a glass cube - two TikTokers land dream job in Times Square

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Two American content creators are earning $50,000 each to watch all 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup from inside a glass cube in the middle of Times Square. Austin Franklin and Kevin Akoto beat out over...weiterlesen »

$22 for a beer: SoFi Stadium's World Cup prices spark outrage among fans

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Fans attending the United States' 2026 World Cup opener at SoFi Stadium will pay premium prices for concessions, with a standard beer costing $22 and craft or imported options reaching up to $32. The prices...weiterlesen »

AI picks Netherlands to win World Cup 2026 - but betting markets back Spain and France

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Artificial intelligence models are predicting unexpected winners for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with some AI systems selecting teams that have never lifted the trophy. The forecasts mark a shift from traditional...weiterlesen »

Scotland ends 28-year World Cup drought as King Charles declares national holiday

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Scotland returns to the World Cup stage after a 28-year absence, marking one of the most significant moments in the nation's football history. The team faces Haiti in their opening Group C match on Saturday...weiterlesen »

From mocking the American Dream to uniting a nation: Bosnia's unlikely World Cup anthem

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A Bosnian band has turned a 15-year-old song about disillusionment with the American Dream into an explosive World Cup anthem. Dubioza Kolektiv's rewritten track "I Am From Bosnia, Take Me to America"...weiterlesen »

Why Portugal waited until now to fly to the World Cup - and what Ronaldo faces next

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Portugal's national football team landed in Florida on Friday, becoming the final squad to arrive for the 2026 World Cup. The late arrival completes the tournament's full roster of 48 teams across host...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Brazil's World Cup team is training with NFL quarterback wristbands

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Brazil's national soccer team has adopted an unusual training tool ahead of the World Cup: NFL-style wristbands with tactical diagrams. The equipment, commonly used by American football quarterbacks, allows...weiterlesen »

Three conditions Ancelotti set for Neymar's World Cup spot - and why he nearly didn't make it

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Brazil's superstar Neymar missed the team's World Cup opener against Morocco on Saturday, June 12, due to a calf injury. Coach Carlo Ancelotti expects the 34-year-old forward to join team training next...weiterlesen »

70,240 fans watch Anitta, Lisa and Rema open 2026 World Cup at LA's $5.5 billion stadium

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Brazilian singer Anitta took the stage at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Los Angeles on Friday night, performing before a crowd of 70,240 spectators at SoFi Stadium. The 33-year-old artist delivered...weiterlesen »

First home World Cup since 1994: USA open vs Paraguay before 70,000

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The United States opens its home World Cup campaign against Paraguay on Friday night at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. The match marks the third and final opening ceremony for the first World Cup hosted...weiterlesen »

Trump skips USA opener but tells team they can 'go all the way' at World Cup

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US President Donald Trump called the national soccer team ahead of their World Cup opener against Paraguay, offering words of encouragement and expressing confidence in their chances. The President will...weiterlesen »

15 Iranian football officials denied US visas as team forced to train in Mexico instead

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The Iranian Football Federation has accused FIFA President Gianni Infantino of failing to deliver on promises to ensure full access for its officials to the team's World Cup matches in the United States....weiterlesen »

Over 1km parade: Brazilian World Cup fans bring New York to a standstill, police dance along

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Hundreds of Brazilian soccer fans took over Times Square on Friday, transforming Manhattan's iconic landmark into a vibrant celebration on the eve of Brazil's 2026 World Cup debut. The gathering brought...weiterlesen »

Starmer faces 'full-blown civil war' as Defence Secretary quits over spending

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The UK Government is heading for a "summer of discontent" with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's authority in crisis, the SNP has claimed. Dave Doogan, the party's Westminster leader, accused Labour of...weiterlesen »

2 minutes after entering: Larin's goal gives Canada first-ever World Cup point

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Substitute Cyle Larin scored late to secure Canada's first-ever World Cup point, netting an equalizer in a 1-1 draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina in front of a passionate home crowd in Toronto on Friday....weiterlesen »

Thousands of empty seats at World Cup opening ceremony in Toronto as fans arrive late

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Alanis Morissette sang "O Canada" before Canada's opening match at the World Cup in Toronto on Friday — but many fans missed the moment. Thousands of seats remained empty when the opening ceremony began...weiterlesen »

Lower Austria Sends Its Own Satellite into Space

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Austria is taking the next step towards commercial space travel. The Lower Austrian company R-Space presented its satellite mission “IOD-01” on Friday. The satellite launch is planned for late summer 2026....weiterlesen »

$80 train fare to World Cup as New Jersey governor slams FIFA over costs

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New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has sharply criticized FIFA over transportation costs for the upcoming World Cup at MetLife Stadium. As the tournament opens this weekend with Brazil facing Morocco,...weiterlesen »

Canada blocks Ghana star Thomas Partey from World Cup opener over visa refusal

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Thomas Partey will miss Ghana's World Cup opener after Canada denied him entry into the country. The 32-year-old midfielder cannot travel from Ghana's training base in Boston to Toronto for Wednesday's...weiterlesen »

Brazil's fullback crisis: The position that defined jogo bonito now haunts Ancelotti

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Brazil's coach Carlo Ancelotti is confronting a historic obstacle in his mission to deliver the nation's sixth World Cup star in 2026: a shortage of players in the fullback position, long a hallmark of...weiterlesen »

860,000 Scots in high-need areas miss out as government dysfunction blocks poverty funding

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A "dysfunctional dynamic" between the UK and Scottish Governments and local authorities is hampering efforts to help Scotland's poorest communities, according to a damning new report. The Joseph Rowntree...weiterlesen »

US surveillance tool expires tonight as World Cup begins with 48 nations arriving

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A critical US surveillance authority expires Friday at midnight, raising urgent security concerns as the World Cup begins. Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act allows spy agencies to...weiterlesen »

SpaceX: IPO Pop Propels Elon Musk’s Space and AI Giant to $2.2 Trillion

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SpaceX has made a spectacular debut on the stock market. Shares of Elon Musk’s space and satellite company, trading under the ticker SPCX on Nasdaq, temporarily reached a price of $175 on their first trading...weiterlesen »

Infantino mocks Italy's World Cup absence: 'Maybe with 208 teams you'll qualify'

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino has sparked controversy with a sarcastic jab at Italy's failure to qualify for the World Cup. Speaking to Brazilian broadcaster CazéTV, Infantino suggested the struggling...weiterlesen »

Study: Parents Influence School Grades More Than Expected

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Why are some children more successful in school than others? A new study provides a surprising answer to this question. As reported in a study published in the journal “Cell Genomics” , not only the inherited...weiterlesen »

Swinney accuses Reform UK of inciting racial division as racist violence hits Scotland

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Scotland's First Minister John Swinney has accused Reform UK of "inciting racial division in Scotland" during a heated parliamentary exchange following violent unrest in Glasgow and other Scottish cities....weiterlesen »

2026 World Cup: California group sues FIFA over Iran flag ban

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A California nonprofit has sued FIFA over the organization's ban on Iran's pre-revolutionary flag at 2026 World Cup stadiums, launching a legal battle over freedom of expression at one of sport's biggest...weiterlesen »

15 Men Attack Viennese with Iron Rods

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A brutal attack is currently occupying the Vienna police. A 37-year-old man was attacked and seriously injured by a larger group on Thursday evening on Geiselbergstraße in Vienna-Simmering. A witness alerted...weiterlesen »

Fake Technician Steals 70,000 Euros from Viennese Pensioner

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With a brazen scheme, unknown perpetrators caused damage of more than 70,000 euros to a pensioner in Vienna. The suspects allegedly posed as employees of a mold removal company and thus gained access to...weiterlesen »

Art Legend David Hockney Dies at 88

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The international art world has lost one of its most significant figures. The British artist David Hockney has died at the age of 88. As his agent announced, Hockney passed away on Thursday in his apartment...weiterlesen »

Are we going to a match or to war? Turkey's World Cup video mixes football with military hardware

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A promotional video for Turkey's Football World Cup campaign has triggered fierce criticism after President Recep Tayyip Erdogan commissioned a clip that blends football scenes with military hardware and...weiterlesen »

King Charles to open Scottish Parliament June 27 with Gaelic poet and local heroes

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King Charles and Queen Camilla will attend a ceremonial opening of the new Scottish Parliament term on Saturday, June 27. The monarch will deliver an address to formally mark the start of the parliamentary...weiterlesen »

Trump breaks tradition: Skips US World Cup opener despite co-hosting tournament

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President Donald Trump will not attend the United States men's national team's opening match at the 2026 World Cup against Paraguay on Friday night, despite the country co-hosting the tournament. Andrew...weiterlesen »

Netherlands face Japan with injury crisis - but players insist 'no opponent will enjoy us'

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The Netherlands national football team faces a challenging World Cup opener on Sunday against Japan in Dallas, with coach Ronald Koeman juggling multiple injury concerns and unconvincing recent performances...weiterlesen »

Eight players aged 40+ at World Cup 2026 - more than all previous tournaments combined

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The 2026 World Cup has shattered football's age barrier. Eight players aged 40 or older are competing in the tournament – more than the combined total across all 22 previous World Cups in nearly a century....weiterlesen »

Everton ruling opens door to £100m claims against Manchester City from rival clubs

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Everton has been ordered to pay Burnley £35 million in compensation after an independent Premier League commission ruled the club's financial rule breach caused Burnley's relegation in 2022. The decision...weiterlesen »

Why Austria's Food System Is So Expensive

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Sustainable nutrition could save Austria billions annually. This conclusion comes from a year-long analysis process led by the Vienna University of Economics and Business and the initiative Zukunft:Essen,...weiterlesen »

While many think of summer, winter returns here

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While summer weather is already expected in many places, winter has impressively struck back in the Alps. At the Stelvio Pass in Italy, a weather front brought a substantial amount of fresh snow. The popular...weiterlesen »

At 87, still painting daily: David Hockney's $90 million record and 450-work retrospective

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David Hockney transformed modern art with his joyful, color-saturated vision over more than seven decades, becoming one of the world's most beloved artists and creating some of the 20th and 21st centuries'...weiterlesen »

2-Euro Package Fee: This Exception is Demanded

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The planned package levy of 2 euros per shipment continues to face resistance. The Vienna professional group for forwarding and logistics speaks out against the proposal and warns of consequences for businesses,...weiterlesen »

Austria ties their longest-serving professional until 2028

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Austria Wien continues to rely on continuity in goal. The club has extended the expiring contract of Mirko Kos by two more years. This means the 29-year-old will remain with the Violets until summer 2028....weiterlesen »

Why is an Oscar-winning director embedded with Brazil's national team right now?

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Oscar-winning director Paolo Sorrentino is filming his first documentary at the Brazil national team's training facility in Morristown, New Jersey. The project focuses on Carlo Ancelotti, the Italian coach...weiterlesen »

Barcelona's $1bn star shops at rural Georgia Walmart – and nobody notices him

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Spanish soccer superstar Lamine Yamal was spotted pushing a shopping cart through a Walmart in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, on Thursday – and almost nobody recognized him. Videos and photos of the Barcelona...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Spain star promises to tattoo his coach's face if they win the World Cup

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Spain left-back Marc Cucurella has made a bold promise ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The Chelsea player vowed to get a tattoo of coach Luis de la Fuente's face if Spain wins the tournament. The 27-year-old...weiterlesen »

Textiles Division Side Session: Closer dialog needed between industry and policymakers

vor einem Tag - Recycling Portal

Recent BIR World Recycling Convention & Exhibition, Gothenburg, (31 May) 1-3 June 2026. The need for policymakers and regulators to work with the recycling and reuse sector, was a message repeated throughout...weiterlesen »

$300 tickets and empty seats: South Korea's World Cup win exposes FIFA's pricing problem

vor einem Tag - upday.com

South Korea's 2-1 victory over the Czech Republic at the 2026 World Cup sparked widespread criticism – not for the match itself, but for the hundreds of empty seats visible throughout the stadium in Guadalajara....weiterlesen »

Nine goals in 49 games - can Vinícius Júnior deliver for Brazil when it matters?

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Vinícius Júnior has emerged as Brazil's primary football star, taking over from Neymar and facing immense pressure as the national team begins its World Cup campaign Sunday against Morocco in New Jersey....weiterlesen »

Longer Parties, More Safety: What's Changing Now in Vienna's Clubs

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Anyone attending an open-air concert in Vienna this summer can celebrate longer than before. At the same time, clubs, festivals, and major events are expected to become safer. On July 1st, central parts...weiterlesen »

17% weight loss in trials - UK clears daily Wegovy pill for private prescription

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The UK has approved its first GLP-1 weight loss pill, offering millions of people an alternative to weekly injections. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency authorized the daily Wegovy...weiterlesen »

Record $2 billion bet on World Cup winner as expanded 48-team tournament begins

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Betting markets have accumulated nearly $2 billion in wagers on who will win the 2026 World Cup, positioning them to potentially shatter records as the expanded tournament opens. Polymarket alone has attracted...weiterlesen »

Haiti qualifies for World Cup - but coach and key players have never been to Haiti

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Haiti's national football team has qualified for the World Cup despite a humanitarian catastrophe gripping their homeland. Coach Sébastien Migné and key players have never set foot in Haiti due to safety...weiterlesen »

ECB raises rates to 2.25% as Iran war drives oil to $92 and inflation hits 3.2%

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The European Central Bank has raised its benchmark interest rate to 2.25% from 2%, marking the first increase since 2023. The move comes as the eurozone grapples with rising inflation driven by surging...weiterlesen »

Why Australia locked in Popovic through 2027 before a single World Cup match

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Tony Popovic has extended his contract as Socceroos coach through the 2027 Asian Cup, securing his future with Australia's national team just hours before their World Cup campaign begins. The announcement...weiterlesen »

World Cup underway without Palmer, Foden: Mexico wins opener as Germany fields 15 debutants

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has kicked off with a historic expansion to 48 teams, marking the largest tournament in football history. Co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada in 16 cities, the...weiterlesen »

World Cup opens with chaos: Mexico wins 2-0 as ad breaks spark fury

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Mexico secured a 2-0 victory over South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday in Mexico City. The win puts Mexico in a strong position to advance from Group A, though the match...weiterlesen »

Yamal's girlfriend posts reassurance as Spain weighs cautious World Cup return

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Spain's star wingers Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams have returned to full training ahead of the team's World Cup debut, providing a major boost just days before their opening match against Cape Verde on...weiterlesen »

Starting uni this autumn? Two meningitis B jabs now free after deadly clusters hit students

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The UK government has launched a one-off vaccination program offering the meningitis B vaccine to approximately one million young people. The initiative responds to fatal outbreaks earlier this year, including...weiterlesen »

15,000 km from Buenos Aires: Fisherman's home becomes Messi shrine as World Cup begins

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

A 54-year-old Indonesian fisherman has transformed his home into a shrine for Argentina's national team, painting it sky blue and white and displaying giant World Cup trophy replicas as the tournament...weiterlesen »

Only 2 nations ever won back-to-back World Cups - Argentina's historic quest begins June 11

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Argentina begins its defense of the World Cup title with history in sight. The reigning champions aim to become just the third nation to win back-to-back tournaments when the 2026 edition kicks off in...weiterlesen »

500 times per second: 2026 World Cup ball's sensor could change how goals are judged

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The 2026 World Cup will feature unprecedented technological integration, with the official Trionda ball incorporating a 500Hz motion sensor chip that transmits real-time data to VAR officials 500 times...weiterlesen »