Iran on brink of historic World Cup knockout - but Saturday's results could end dream

vor 3 Stunden - upday.com

Iran's national football team left a powerful handwritten message in their Seattle locker room after their final World Cup group match, calling for fair play and respect over winning at any cost. The letter...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Scaloni benches Messi after 5-goal haul in two matches

vor 4 Stunden - upday.com

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has made a historic decision to bench Lionel Messi for the team's final World Cup group stage match against Jordan on Sunday. It marks the first time in 20 years that the...weiterlesen »

Croatia needs a draw vs Ghana to survive, DR Congo chases historic knockout debut

vor 4 Stunden - upday.com

Twenty-eight teams have secured their spots in the World Cup's round of 16, leaving four qualification places still up for grabs. With most group stage matches concluded, several third-placed teams face...weiterlesen »

£28bn shortfall remains as Britain's defence plan prioritises drones over traditional forces

vor 5 Stunden - upday.com

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has increased Britain's defence spending plan to between £14.5bn and £15bn over the next four years, adding at least £1bn to a previous proposal that triggered the resignation...weiterlesen »

Wait, was that Haaland? Channing Tatum fools fans at World Cup in Nike stunt

vor 6 Stunden - upday.com

Hollywood star Channing Tatum blended into the crowd at Norway's World Cup match against France on Friday, dressed as Norwegian striker Erling Haaland complete with blonde wig and No. 9 jersey. The 46-year-old...weiterlesen »

£50m Man United reserve with just 8 starts suffers serious knee injury - and now he can't even leave

vor 8 Stunden - upday.com

Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte suffered a serious knee injury during Uruguay's World Cup match against Spain on Friday, casting doubt over his expected summer transfer. The 25-year-old was...weiterlesen »

3-0 Brazil defeat leaves Scotland needing three improbable results to reach last 32

vor 8 Stunden - upday.com

Scotland's hopes of reaching the World Cup knockout stages for the first time in their history are hanging by a thread after a crushing 3-0 defeat to Brazil in Miami. The loss has pushed them outside the...weiterlesen »

920 dead, 50,000 missing as Venezuela earthquakes prompt UK rescue mission

vor 8 Stunden - upday.com

King Charles and Queen Camilla have expressed deep sadness over devastating earthquakes in Venezuela that killed at least 920 people and injured thousands more. The UK has dispatched a 68-member search...weiterlesen »

530 volunteers from 300,000 contacted - Germany's army recruitment crisis deepens

vor 8 Stunden - upday.com

Germany faces a critical deadline to resolve its military recruitment crisis. By July 2027, the country must decide whether to reinstate mandatory military service after disappointing results from its...weiterlesen »

What made the 48-team World Cup work - and it wasn't the football stars

vor 9 Stunden - upday.com

The 48-team World Cup's preliminary round proved entertaining despite initial criticism, delivering viral moments that captivated fans beyond the main stars. Referee announcements became internet sensations,...weiterlesen »

Iran captain accuses FIFA of wanting team out as visa chaos forces Mexico base

vor 10 Stunden - upday.com

Iran's captain Mehdi Taremi has accused FIFA and World Cup organizers of wanting his team eliminated from the tournament. Following a 1-1 draw with Egypt in Seattle on Friday, Taremi said the team believes...weiterlesen »

Tuchel defends Rashford bench role and squad choices ahead of crucial Panama clash

vor 10 Stunden - upday.com

England head coach Thomas Tuchel has defended his tactical approach and squad selections ahead of Saturday's World Cup match against Panama, dismissing criticism that emerged after a frustrating goalless...weiterlesen »

At 18 his world ended when his brother died. Now Williams plays 66th match for him

vor 10 Stunden - upday.com

South African goalkeeper Ronwen Williams will step onto the pitch Sunday at the Inglewood World Cup Stadium carrying more than just his team's hopes. The 34-year-old captain dedicates his 66th international...weiterlesen »

Ten changes, no Haaland: Norway's coach bets knockout hopes on rested stars vs Ivory Coast

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

Norway's coach Ståle Solbakken made a controversial strategic decision that shocked thousands of traveling fans: he benched star players Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard for the World Cup group stage...weiterlesen »

First time in 4 tries: South Africa breaks through to face Canada in knockout debut

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

South Africa and Canada will face off in the first confirmed knockout match of the 2026 World Cup. The teams secured their spots as runners-up in Groups A and B respectively, setting up a clash on June...weiterlesen »

Iran's World Cup dream hangs by a thread after controversial Pride Match ends 1-1

vor 12 Stunden - upday.com

Iran kept their hopes alive for a first-ever World Cup knockout stage appearance after drawing 1:1 with Egypt in a controversial "Pride Match" in Seattle. The result means coach Amir Ghalenoei's team must...weiterlesen »

The coach who called himself 'toxic' - now his Uruguay players have had enough

vor 12 Stunden - upday.com

Marcelo Bielsa's turbulent tenure as Uruguay manager has ended in humiliation. Spain defeated Uruguay 1-0 in their World Cup Group H finale at Guadalajara Stadium, eliminating the two-time champions from...weiterlesen »

Nation of 550,000 reaches World Cup last 16: Cabo Verde's debut run meets Argentina

vor 12 Stunden - upday.com

Cabo Verde has made history at the 2026 World Cup, qualifying for the round of 16 in their tournament debut. The small Atlantic nation of 550,000 inhabitants secured their spot after a 0-0 draw against...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Argentina and Texas fans are fighting over steak, not soccer

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

Thousands of Argentina fans have flooded Texas for the World Cup, sparking an unexpected debate. The discussion isn't about Lionel Messi or team performance. It's about which region produces superior beef...weiterlesen »

Ronaldo's Portugal faces Colombia as World Cup group stage finale decides last knockout spots

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

The World Cup's final group stage matches on Saturday will determine the last spots in the Round of 32, with knockout rounds beginning Sunday after more than two weeks of competition across three countries....weiterlesen »

Cape Verde's 'Granny' stuns Spain, explodes to 16M followers—and faces Messi next

vor 15 Stunden - upday.com

A 40-year-old goalkeeper who wasn't a professional until age 25 has become one of the biggest stories of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Cape Verde's Josimar José Évora Dias, known as Vozinha, led his nation...weiterlesen »

When anti-LGBTQ+ laws meet Pride flags: Egypt-Iran match sparks clash in Seattle

vor 15 Stunden - upday.com

A World Cup match between Egypt and Iran turned into a flashpoint over LGBTQ+ rights in Seattle on Friday, as the game coincided with the city's designated Pride match. Both countries criminalize homosexuality,...weiterlesen »

The injury dilemma threatening England's World Cup plans - and Tuchel has no easy fix

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

England faces their final World Cup group game against Panama on Saturday with fitness doubts over two key players. Reece James and Declan Rice both missed training on Thursday, creating selection concerns...weiterlesen »

James ruled out of Panama match as Tuchel awaits clarity on knockout availability

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

England defender Reece James will miss Saturday's crucial World Cup group match against Panama after sustaining a hamstring injury during Tuesday's 0-0 draw with Ghana. The 26-year-old FC Chelsea right-back...weiterlesen »

Harry's children to visit Diana's grave for the first time, report says

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

Prince Harry will take his children Archie and Lilibet to visit Princess Diana's grave for the first time during a UK trip next month, according to a report. The visit to Althorp House in Northamptonshire...weiterlesen »

Senegal batters Iraq 5-0, but will it be enough to reach the knockouts for the first time since 2002?

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

Senegal crushed Iraq 5-0 in their final World Cup group stage match on Friday in Toronto, keeping alive their hopes of reaching the knockout rounds for the first time since 2002. The West African nation...weiterlesen »

Three first-half goals from Dembélé seal France's 3-1 win over Norway in Boston

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

Ousmane Dembélé scored a hat-trick as France defeated Norway 3-1 in Boston to secure top spot in World Cup Group I. The French forward struck three times in the first half to clinch the group victory on...weiterlesen »

70 tons of steel and concrete - and the World Cup trophy is where exactly?

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

A 26-meter-tall statue honoring Lionel Messi has been unveiled in the Patagonian town of Cutral Có, Argentina, but the monument has quickly become a source of widespread ridicule online. The controversial...weiterlesen »

From one helicopter to four: How Wales Air Ambulance grew into a lifesaving force

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

The Prince of Wales has praised the Wales Air Ambulance Charity's volunteers and staff as people "Wales can be immensely proud of" during the organization's 25th anniversary gala in Newport. William, who...weiterlesen »

16 goals in 16 World Cup matches: How Mbappé is chasing down Messi's scoring record

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

Kylian Mbappé is closing in on Lionel Messi's World Cup goal-scoring record and could surpass it during the current tournament. The French captain has scored 16 goals in just 16 World Cup matches in two...weiterlesen »

Japan never won a World Cup knockout game - but beat Brazil 3-2 five months ago

vor 24 Stunden - upday.com

Japan's coach Hajime Moriyasu has expressed his hope to meet Brazilian football legend Zico before facing Brazil in Monday's World Cup clash in Houston. Moriyasu praised Zico's transformative impact on...weiterlesen »

Croatia needs a win to guarantee a knockout place as 40-year-old Modric hits 201 caps

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Croatia faces Ghana on Saturday in Philadelphia in a decisive Group L match that will determine which team advances to the World Cup knockout stage. The Balkan side needs victory to guarantee their place...weiterlesen »

Planning summer days out? Theme parks, cinemas and Happy Meals just got cheaper

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The UK government launched a major summer savings scheme today, slashing VAT on family activities from 20% to 5% in a bid to ease cost of living pressures. The "Great British Summer Savings" initiative...weiterlesen »

Two countries criminalize homosexuality - now they're playing on Pride weekend

vor einem Tag - upday.com

FIFA has confirmed that rainbow flags will be permitted at Friday's World Cup match between Egypt and Iran in Seattle, despite objections from both countries. The game has been designated a "Pride Match"...weiterlesen »

Why France is betting on Britain's return - and which UK leaders want it

vor einem Tag - upday.com

France has extended a formal invitation for Britain to rejoin the European Union, with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot declaring that Brexit has "failed to deliver any of its promises." The move...weiterlesen »

Draw secures top spot: England faces eliminated Panama in final group match tomorrow

vor einem Tag - upday.com

England faces Panama in their final FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match on Saturday at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Thomas Tuchel's team needs only a draw to secure top position...weiterlesen »

IAEA chief demands 'very strong' verification as Iran's 440kg uranium stockpile remains unaccounted for since 2025

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, called for a "very strong" verification system in Iran on Friday to prevent nuclear weapons development. The statement comes as...weiterlesen »

First ever: World Cup hosts Canada forced to cross border for knockout game

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Canada has reached the World Cup knockout stage for the first time in the nation's history. But the achievement comes with an unprecedented twist: the co-hosts will become the first team ever to play a...weiterlesen »

Elanga scored an equalizer but didn't know it sent Sweden through to World Cup knockouts

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Anthony Elanga scored the equalizer in Sweden's 1-1 draw with Japan that secured their place in the World Cup knockout stages – but had no idea the draw was enough to send his team through. The Newcastle...weiterlesen »

Pulisic nutmegged in final seconds: Turkey stuns US 3-2 after AC Milan star's comeback

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Christian Pulisic returned to the field for the United States in their 3-2 loss to Turkey on Thursday night, showing promising signs of readiness just days before the World Cup knockout stage begins. The...weiterlesen »

Scotland's World Cup hopes at 5% after finishing 8th in third-place rankings

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Scotland's World Cup dream is hanging by a thread after finishing third in Group C. The team now faces an agonizing wait to see if other results will be enough to secure one of eight spots available for...weiterlesen »

55 matches for Arsenal, now five more for England - can Rice's body hold up?

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Declan Rice has completed his "liberation mission" at Arsenal by winning the Premier League and now aims to lead England to their first World Cup title in 60 years. The midfielder has emerged as a pivotal...weiterlesen »

Britain ranks 31st of 32 NATO members as defence plan faces funding crisis

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Britain is pushing ahead with publishing its Defence Investment Plan before the NATO summit on July 7, despite political tensions over funding at the top. Prime Minister Keir Starmer insists the plan must...weiterlesen »

Paraguay emerges as overwhelming favorite to face Germany - but two others still possible

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Germany's potential opponents for the World Cup round of 16 have narrowed to three teams, with Paraguay emerging as the overwhelming favorite. After the Group E winners secured their knockout spot, the...weiterlesen »

World Cup breaks goal record as Trusty scores 173rd tournament strike

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Auston Trusty has broken the World Cup scoring record with his goal against Turkey. The American scored in the third minute at Los Angeles Stadium, netting the tournament's 173rd goal and surpassing the...weiterlesen »

What Iran and Egypt coaches won't discuss - and why Seattle's Pride Match creates tension

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The coaches of Iran and Egypt's national football teams have declined to discuss the "Pride Match" designation for their World Cup game in Seattle, stating their sole focus is on football. Both countries...weiterlesen »

Japan's giant-killing run continues - Brazil next after wins over Germany, Spain and England

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Brazil will face Japan in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup after the Asian side secured second place in Group F with a 1-1 draw against Sweden on Thursday. The match is scheduled for Monday, December...weiterlesen »

Nein, J.D. Vance hat nicht den Papst belehrt [premium]

vor einem Tag - Die Presse

Kritik, die (absichtlich) missversteht, schwächt nur die Kritik: Über das Buch „Communion“ des US-Vizepräsidenten, das in erster Linie nicht politisches Kalkül, sondern persönliches Bekenntnis ist. Neben...weiterlesen »

Senegal vs Iraq: Desperate survival battle as both teams fight to avoid World Cup exit

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Senegal and Iraq face off in a desperate battle for World Cup survival on Friday in Toronto. Both teams sit bottom of Group I with zero points after two defeats each, needing a convincing victory to keep...weiterlesen »

VAR controversy: Brazil demands referee Ramos not officiate future matches

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The Brazilian Football Confederation has formally complained to FIFA about the refereeing during Brazil's World Cup victory over Scotland. The organization contests the VAR's decision to disallow a goal...weiterlesen »

Pulisic benched as US rests nine starters in Turkey clash with knockout spot secured

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The United States kept Christian Pulisic on the bench and started nine fresh players in their final World Cup group match against Turkey on Thursday night in Inglewood, California. With knockout qualification...weiterlesen »

France face Norway with coach Deschamps at his mother's funeral

vor einem Tag - upday.com

France faces Norway on Friday in Foxborough with a deeply personal mission: honoring their absent coach Didier Deschamps, who returned home following his mother's death. The 2026 World Cup group stage...weiterlesen »

Ecuador coach climbs barriers to kiss wife after stunning Germany upset sends team through

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Ecuador's coach Sebastián Beccacece climbed over stadium barriers and into the stands to kiss his wife after his team secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Germany on Thursday. The win at MetLife Stadium...weiterlesen »

Paraguay must win to advance - Australia needs just a draw in World Cup decider

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Australia and Paraguay face off in a winner-takes-all clash in Santa Clara that will decide who advances directly to the World Cup knockout stage. Both teams enter the final Group D match with three points,...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? South America just swept Europe 4-0 at the World Cup

vor einem Tag - upday.com

South American teams have delivered a dominant performance against their European counterparts at the 2026 World Cup, winning all four direct confrontations in the group stage. The perfect 4-0 record challenges...weiterlesen »

World Cup gets curtains for sun glare. Cowboys players? They just have to squint

vor einem Tag - upday.com

AT&T Stadium has installed curtains to block sun glare for World Cup matches — a solution Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has steadfastly refused to implement for NFL games despite years of missed plays caused...weiterlesen »

Japan needs just a draw to advance, Sweden must win - World Cup Group F decider in Dallas

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Japan and Sweden face off in a decisive Group F showdown at the 2026 World Cup on Thursday night in Dallas. The match, scheduled for 6 PM local time at the AT&T Stadium, will determine which team advances...weiterlesen »

Tornado warnings force World Cup fans to evacuate Kansas City Stadium mid-match prep

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Severe weather forced World Cup fans to evacuate their seats at Kansas City Stadium on Thursday as tornado warnings swept through the area ahead of the Tunisia vs Netherlands match. Stadium staff directed...weiterlesen »

Ivory Coast reaches World Cup knockout stage for the first time in history

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Nicolas Pépé scored twice as Ivory Coast reached the knockout stage of a football World Cup for the first time in their history. The Ivorians defeated Curaçao 2-0 in Philadelphia on Thursday, securing...weiterlesen »

At 39, Messi just made World Cup history - and the knockout stage hasn't even started

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The FIFA World Cup has reached its halfway point with 54 of 104 matches played. The tournament is delivering record attendance, historic scoring rates, and standout performances from football's biggest...weiterlesen »

Germany wins group but faces knockout disadvantage: Under 2 days prep time

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Germany's national team coach Julian Nagelsmann has criticized the World Cup's scheduling structure, arguing that winning their group has placed his team at a disadvantage heading into the knockout stages....weiterlesen »

18 goals and counting - how Messi just made Argentina the World Cup favorite

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Argentina has emerged as a top contender to win the 2026 World Cup, with prediction models showing dramatically increased chances following Lionel Messi's stellar performances in the group stage. Opta...weiterlesen »

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