Germany advances to World Cup knockouts—but won't know opponent until day before kickoff

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Germany has qualified for the World Cup Round of 32 as group winners. The team will face a third-placed opponent on Monday at 10:30 PM in Boston. But their exact opponent won't be confirmed until Sunday...weiterlesen »

41 and unstoppable: Ronaldo's World Cup goal breaks 20-year record no one can match

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Cristiano Ronaldo has made football history by becoming the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments. The 41-year-old Portuguese captain netted against Uzbekistan on Tuesday in Houston,...weiterlesen »

Kamikaze drone maker Stark Defence raises €500m from Sequoia and Peter Thiel

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Stark Defence has raised €500 million in a funding round led by Sequoia Capital and Peter Thiel's Founders Fund. The Berlin-based kamikaze drone startup now carries a valuation of more than €3.5 billion....weiterlesen »

What Iran's players wrote in their LA locker room - and why it references 168 victims

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Iran's national football team left an emotional handwritten message in their locker room after their goalless draw against Belgium at the World Cup in Los Angeles. The note thanked the city for its hospitality...weiterlesen »

Why a Bank of England official wants rates frozen - and what could change his mind

vor 7 Stunden - upday.com

A Bank of England rate-setter has called for interest rates to remain at their current level until economic uncertainty clears, citing geopolitical risks as the primary concern. Alan Taylor warned that...weiterlesen »

40 cities set first global standards for AI data centers: Renewable energy and water limits required

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Forty mayors from cities across four continents have signed a global pact to set conditions for accepting AI data centers in their communities. The agreement, announced Tuesday during London Climate Action...weiterlesen »

World Cup stars negotiate mega-transfers during tournament - from Cucurella's €55M deal to Anderson's potential £120M move

vor 7 Stunden - upday.com

Players across multiple World Cup teams are finalizing lucrative club transfers worth hundreds of millions while competing in the tournament. The trend has sparked debate about potential distractions,...weiterlesen »

US-Iran deal unravels as Tehran denies nuclear inspections - two killed in Lebanon

vor 8 Stunden - upday.com

US and Iran reached a 60-day framework agreement to end the Middle East war in talks held at Switzerland's Bürgenstock resort. But contradictions emerged immediately, with both sides disputing key provisions...weiterlesen »

65 shots, zero goals - Turkey crashes out of World Cup in historic failure

vor 9 Stunden - upday.com

Turkey has been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after just two matches, marking a devastating end to their first tournament appearance in 24 years. The team exits without scoring a single goal despite...weiterlesen »

US-Iran deal signed: Markets surge 3% as Strait of Hormuz reopens Friday

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The United States and Iran have signed a memorandum of understanding to end their war in the Middle East. US President Donald Trump announced the Strait of Hormuz will be "completely open" by Friday, with...weiterlesen »

Haaland flies to New York, Nagelsmann bans booze - World Cup's downtime divides teams

vor 10 Stunden - upday.com

The 48-team World Cup is delivering an unexpected reality: players are relaxing between matches instead of complaining about fixture stress. Extended breaks of five to six days between group games have...weiterlesen »

For the first time in nine World Cups: Scotland one draw from knockouts against Brazil

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Scotland faces Brazil in a decisive World Cup showdown on Wednesday that could make history for the Tartan Army. The Group C finale at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami will determine whether Scotland reaches...weiterlesen »

1,710,000 daily streams: How Wonderwall became England's surprise World Cup hit

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

Oasis's 1995 hit "Wonderwall" has become the unofficial anthem of England's 2026 World Cup campaign after a viral singalong between players and fans went viral following the team's opening victory. The...weiterlesen »

Commentator calls FIFA chief 'responsible' for killing football - gets expelled from World Cup

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA has revoked the World Cup accreditation of Paraguayan radio commentator Jorge Vera after an explosive on-air tirade directed at match officials and football's governing body. The dramatic expulsion...weiterlesen »

What France and Brazil stars say is wrong with the World Cup final venue

vor 12 Stunden - upday.com

Players and coaches have raised serious concerns about the playing surface at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, the venue set to host the World Cup final on July 19. Despite FIFA's assurances that all...weiterlesen »

69 shots without a goal: Belgium's crisis deepens as Iran keeper denies them again

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

Iran's goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand delivered a heroic performance to help his team secure a historic 0-0 draw against Belgium in Los Angeles. The result keeps Iran undefeated through two World Cup matches...weiterlesen »

Keir Starmer resigns as UK Prime Minister after crushing local election defeat

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigned on Monday after two years in office, becoming the latest casualty of political turbulence that will bring the UK its seventh leader in a decade. The announcement...weiterlesen »

Gutted: England stars miss best songs at concert after Tuchel enforces midnight curfew

vor 14 Stunden - upday.com

England captain Harry Kane and two teammates were forced to leave a country music concert early to meet coach Thomas Tuchel's midnight curfew during the 2026 World Cup. The Bayern Munich striker, defender...weiterlesen »

The economic worry threatening Burnham's path to Downing Street

vor 14 Stunden - upday.com

Andy Burnham's path to Downing Street faces potential hurdles as two Labour figures weigh whether to challenge the frontrunner for the party leadership. The newly returned Makerfield MP could become Prime...weiterlesen »

5-1: Netherlands demolish Sweden as Koeman's Brobbey gamble pays off spectacularly

vor 15 Stunden - upday.com

The Netherlands delivered a commanding 5-1 victory over Sweden in their World Cup 2026 Group F clash in Houston, with Brian Brobbey's early double and coach Ronald Koeman's tactical gamble paying off spectacularly....weiterlesen »

Bellingham silences critics with World Cup goal after Tuchel's 'repulsive' jibe

vor 15 Stunden - upday.com

Jude Bellingham secured his place in England's World Cup starting lineup with a crucial goal in their 4-2 opening victory against Croatia on Wednesday. The Real Madrid midfielder's performance in Arlington,...weiterlesen »

Watching World Cup under threat of bombing - Gaza fans follow matches in makeshift shelters

vor 16 Stunden - upday.com

Palestinians in the Gaza Strip are watching the 2026 World Cup under the constant threat of Israeli bombings, struggling with power outages and unstable internet connections while matches unfold in luxury...weiterlesen »

Algeria scores twice from corners to complete stunning comeback and beat Jordan 2-1

vor 16 Stunden - upday.com

Algeria staged a dramatic second-half comeback to defeat Jordan 2-1 in Santa Clara, scoring twice from corner kicks to eliminate the tournament debutants and keep their own World Cup hopes alive. Substitute...weiterlesen »

Partey ready to face former Arsenal teammates Rice and Saka after visa denial kept him out of Ghana opener

vor 16 Stunden - upday.com

Thomas Partey has declared himself ready to play for Ghana against England on Tuesday after missing his country's World Cup opener due to a visa issue that prevented him from entering Canada. The 33-year-old...weiterlesen »

Canada's first-ever World Cup win marred as midfielder breaks leg in horror tackle

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

Canada secured its first-ever World Cup victory with a dominant 6-0 win over Qatar in Vancouver on Thursday. But the historic triumph was overshadowed by a devastating leg injury to midfielder Ismaël Koné...weiterlesen »

World Cup Tuesday: Ronaldo faces debutants, Kane targets Ghana, Haaland eyes knockout spot

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

Portugal and England face crucial group stage tests as the World Cup 2026 continues with decisive matches on Tuesday, while Spain seeks to end a troubling goal drought on Sunday. The tournament favorites...weiterlesen »

One goal difference separates France and Norway ahead of Friday's World Cup showdown

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

France and Norway will face off Friday in Boston to determine the winner of Group I at the World Cup. Both teams have already secured qualification for the knockout stage with perfect records, but France...weiterlesen »

Three teams already out of 2026 World Cup - and they haven't played their final match

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

Three national teams have been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup before even playing their final group matches. Haiti, Turkey, and Tunisia are mathematically out of the tournament after just two games...weiterlesen »

Thousands of Norwegian fans bring viral Viking row to Times Square after 28-year World Cup return

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

Thousands of Norwegian football fans have transformed Times Square into a sea of red and white, performing their viral "Viking row" celebration ahead of their World Cup match against Senegal. The synchronized...weiterlesen »

68,324 evacuated as thunderstorm halts World Cup match - Mbappé scores twice in France win

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

France defeated Iraq 3-0 in their second World Cup 2026 match on Monday, with Kylian Mbappé scoring twice at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. The victory, which secured France's place in the knockout...weiterlesen »

ICMPE 2026 and the Future of Innovation at Conferences in Germany!

vor 17 Stunden - Wochenblatt-reporter.de

Germany has established itself as one of the world's leading destinations for scientific research, engineering excellence, and technological advancement. As industries embrace digital transformation, sustainable...weiterlesen »

Why Norwegian royals are at the World Cup while their mother is in hospital

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

Princess Ingrid Alexandra and Prince Sverre Magnus have arrived in the United States to support Norway's national football team at the World Cup. The royal siblings will attend Tuesday's match between...weiterlesen »

18 World Cup goals - Messi overtakes Marta and Klose to claim outright record

vor 24 Stunden - upday.com

Lionel Messi etched his name into World Cup history with a record 18th goal during Argentina's 2-0 victory over Austria in Dallas. But the milestone came after an early setback that highlighted even legends...weiterlesen »

£10bn Thames Water rescue rejected as minister warns of unfair customer bills

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Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds has rejected a £10 billion rescue deal for Thames Water, warning it poses unfair costs to consumers and delays vital infrastructure improvements. The move casts serious...weiterlesen »

The guitars behind The Smiths' biggest hits - now Johnny Marr is selling them all

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Johnny Marr has announced plans to auction 95 guitars from his legendary career with The Smiths and beyond. The sale includes iconic instruments that shaped some of indie rock's most influential songs,...weiterlesen »

Cape Verde (525k nation) stuns Spain 0-0 at World Cup debut - and the 40-year-old keeper who went viral

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Cape Verde has shocked the football world at the 2026 World Cup. The island nation of fewer than 525,000 people held Spain to a 0-0 draw in their debut match, then earned a dramatic 2-2 draw against Uruguay....weiterlesen »

The fan who stands frozen for 90 minutes - DR Congo's living statue reaches World Cup

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Michel Nkuka Mboladinga, the Democratic Republic of Congo's most iconic supporter, has arrived in Mexico for the World Cup. The fan, known globally as "Lumumba Vea" for his motionless statue pose during...weiterlesen »

Clive Davis, music legend who discovered Whitney Houston and Springsteen, dies at 94

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Clive Davis, the legendary music executive who discovered and shaped the careers of Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen, Aretha Franklin and countless other stars, has died at age 94. His family confirmed...weiterlesen »

Swiss super-sub Manzambi explodes with historic World Cup brace in 19 minutes

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Johan Manzambi made World Cup history as Switzerland's 20-year-old substitute scored twice in a 4-1 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina, becoming the youngest player ever to score multiple goals off the bench...weiterlesen »

58 goals and counting: Mbappé becomes France's all-time top scorer in World Cup win

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Kylian Mbappé scored twice as France opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Senegal at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The win puts France at the top of Group I and sees...weiterlesen »

Kane equals Lineker's England World Cup record with 10 goals in commanding 4-2 win over Croatia

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England launched their World Cup campaign with a commanding 4-2 victory over Croatia in Dallas. Captain Harry Kane delivered a record-equaling performance with two goals, including a controversial retaken...weiterlesen »

Man United secures key land for £2bn stadium after £400m Freightliner deal collapses

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Manchester United has secured the majority of land needed to build a new 100,000-seater stadium, marking a major breakthrough after months of stalled negotiations. The club acquired a 25-acre triangular...weiterlesen »

From 'Maestro' to crisis villain - Alan Greenspan's complex legacy ends at 100

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Alan Greenspan, the influential economist who led the US Federal Reserve for nearly two decades, has died at age 100. He passed away Monday at home following complications related to Parkinson's disease,...weiterlesen »

Severe thunderstorms threaten to disrupt France-Iraq World Cup match in Philadelphia

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France's critical World Cup match against Iraq faces potential cancellation as severe thunderstorms threaten Philadelphia on Monday evening. The clash at Lincoln Financial Field, scheduled for 5 PM local...weiterlesen »

16 World Cup goals: Messi matches Klose's all-time record with Algeria hat-trick

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Lionel Messi equaled the all-time World Cup scoring record with a hat-trick as Argentina began their title defense with a 3-0 victory over Algeria in Kansas City. The 38-year-old captain netted three goals...weiterlesen »

75 goals in 24 games: World Cup 2026 delivers most prolific opening round since 1958

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The 2026 World Cup has delivered the most goal-laden opening round in nearly seven decades. A total of 75 goals were scored across the first 24 matches, averaging 3.13 goals per game. This marks the highest...weiterlesen »

What England needs against Ghana - and why Tuesday's match could end qualification drama

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England faces Ghana on Tuesday in their second 2026 World Cup group stage match, with the European side looking to build on a spectacular opening performance and secure advancement to the knockout rounds....weiterlesen »

100 caps for Mbappé - but France captain says qualification matters more than milestone

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France faces Iraq in Philadelphia today with a chance to secure their place in the World Cup Round of 32. The match marks a historic milestone for captain Kylian Mbappé, who will earn his 100th international...weiterlesen »

King Charles to appoint fourth prime minister in under four years after Starmer resigns

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King Charles III is set to appoint his fourth prime minister in less than four years after Sir Keir Starmer resigned as Labour leader. The rapid turnover marks a stark contrast to the political stability...weiterlesen »

BBC sends reporter to Downing Street as Starmer resignation speculation mounts

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BBC Breakfast altered its usual format on Monday morning as speculation mounted over Prime Minister Keir Starmer's potential resignation. Host Jon Kay reported live from Downing Street while co-presenter...weiterlesen »

Spain crush Saudi Arabia 4-0 as Yamal scores first World Cup goal in dominant display

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Spain crushed Saudi Arabia 4-0 in their second World Cup match on Sunday, securing their first win of the tournament and climbing to the top of Group H. The dominant performance at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz...weiterlesen »

400,000 Icelanders to decide EU future on August 29 after Trump's Greenland threats accelerate vote

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Iceland will hold a referendum on August 29 to decide whether to resume negotiations for joining the European Union. This marks the first such vote in more than a decade for the nation of approximately...weiterlesen »

The Friends director who became family - cast reveal bonds with James Burrows

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Jennifer Aniston has joined her former Friends castmates in honoring director James Burrows as a "father figure" following his death at age 85. The tributes from Aniston, David Schwimmer, Lisa Kudrow and...weiterlesen »

Ronaldo's World Cup nightmare: 10 games without a goal as legends demand he's dropped

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Cristiano Ronaldo has become a major selection headache for Portugal coach Roberto Martinez after a disappointing performance in the World Cup 2026 opener. The 41-year-old played the full 90 minutes in...weiterlesen »

1,000 episodes, 11 Emmys: TV comedy legend James Burrows dies at 85

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James Burrows, the legendary television director behind Friends, Cheers, and countless other beloved sitcoms, has died at the age of 85. His death on Friday prompted an outpouring of tributes from actors...weiterlesen »

38 years old, sixth World Cup, hat-trick on debut - Messi ties Klose's all-time record

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Lionel Messi made history on Tuesday by becoming the first player to compete in six World Cups. The 38-year-old Argentina star marked the milestone with a hat-trick in his team's 3-0 victory over Algeria...weiterlesen »

Why U.S. teammates aren't worried about Pulisic's calf injury before Australia match

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Christian Pulisic trained separately from his U.S. teammates on Monday due to a calf injury, but the Americans remain confident their star forward will be ready for Friday's critical World Cup showdown...weiterlesen »

Undav's 94th-minute winner sends Germany through as Group E champions

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Germany secured a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory against Ivory Coast in Toronto on Saturday, guaranteeing their place in the World Cup Round of 16 as Group E winners. Substitute Deniz Undav emerged as the...weiterlesen »

World Cup milestone 96 years in the making - and it's not a final this time

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Japan and Tunisia will make history Saturday when they play the 1,000th match in FIFA World Cup history. The Group F clash in Monterrey, Mexico, marks a milestone nearly a century after the tournament...weiterlesen »

The midfielder who nearly missed the World Cup now holds Scotland's fate in his hands

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Lewis Ferguson has emerged as Scotland's most crucial midfielder at the World Cup, and now faces his biggest test yet. The Bologna player leads his team into a decisive clash against five-time champions...weiterlesen »

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