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UK Embassy's cheeky memo: How to react if England wins or loses World Cup semifinal

vor 3 Stunden - upday.com

The British Embassy in Argentina has injected a dose of humor into the tense buildup to Wednesday's World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina. The embassy posted a satirical internal memo on Instagram...weiterlesen »

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What Scaloni calls 'madness' ahead of Argentina-England World Cup clash

vor 3 Stunden - upday.com

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni urged fans not to conflate the World Cup semifinal against England with historical conflicts, emphasizing that his team will focus purely on the football match in Atlanta...weiterlesen »

Can England stop Messi's superpower? Tuchel weighs man-marking the 39-year-old legend

vor 3 Stunden - upday.com

Thomas Tuchel expects England to face an Argentina team "fuelled by history" when the two nations meet in their World Cup semi-final in Atlanta on Wednesday. The England coach acknowledged the emotional...weiterlesen »

Jump in the car allowed: Uber's cheeky World Cup stunt references Argentina chant

vor 3 Stunden - upday.com

Uber Argentina has announced an unusual promotion ahead of Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against England. The ride-sharing company stated passengers will be allowed to jump inside their vehicles during...weiterlesen »

Does the referee have the quality for the World Cup semi-final? Deschamps asks after Spain defeat

vor 4 Stunden - upday.com

France crashed out of the World Cup on Tuesday night after a 2-0 semi-final defeat to Spain, with coach Didier Deschamps raising pointed questions about referee Ivan Barton's qualification to officiate...weiterlesen »

Warsh refuses to celebrate sharp inflation drop in first Fed testimony

vor 5 Stunden - upday.com

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh reaffirmed his commitment to lowering inflation during his first congressional testimony on Tuesday. But he offered no clear signals on whether interest rate hikes are...weiterlesen »

Eight goals to zero shots on target: How Spain made Mbappé disappear in 90 minutes

vor 5 Stunden - upday.com

Kylian Mbappé's World Cup dominance came to an abrupt end on Tuesday as Spain eliminated France in the semifinal, neutralizing the tournament's leading scorer in a comprehensive defensive performance....weiterlesen »

14 games, zero defeats: Spain's historic run reaches World Cup final after France win

vor 6 Stunden - upday.com

Spain has reached the 2026 World Cup final without losing a single match across two major tournaments. Coach Luis de la Fuente extended his unbeaten streak to 14 games spanning the European Championship...weiterlesen »

What's never happened at a World Cup final - until Sunday at MetLife Stadium

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Spain has secured its place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after defeating France 2-0 on Tuesday. The decisive match is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey,...weiterlesen »

Messi, 39, faces Bellingham, 23, as Argentina meets England in World Cup semifinal

vor 7 Stunden - upday.com

Lionel Messi and Jude Bellingham will go head-to-head in Wednesday's World Cup semifinal between Argentina and England in Atlanta. The clash between the two No. 10s could prove pivotal in determining which...weiterlesen »

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5 goals in one World Cup: Oyarzabal matches Villa and Butragueño's Spanish record against France

vor 7 Stunden - upday.com

Mikel Oyarzabal scored a crucial penalty against France in the World Cup 2026 semifinal on Tuesday in Dallas, cementing his status as Spain's most prolific scorer in the tournament. With five goals, the...weiterlesen »

Why the World Cup ball is changing for the final four matches - and what it means

vor 7 Stunden - upday.com

Adidas and FIFA have introduced a new ball for the final four matches of the 2026 World Cup. The "Trionda Final" will debut in the semifinal between Spain and France, replacing the standard Trionda ball...weiterlesen »

Deschamps breaks 48-year World Cup record with 26th match as coach

vor 7 Stunden - upday.com

Didier Deschamps has become the coach with the most World Cup matches in history. The 57-year-old Frenchman reached his 26th game during the semi-final against Spain, surpassing a record that had stood...weiterlesen »

FIFA to break IFAB rules at World Cup final with up to 30-minute halftime for Bieber, Shakira, Madonna show

vor 8 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA is planning to extend the halftime interval of the World Cup final to approximately 20 minutes, well beyond the standard 15-minute limit, to accommodate an unprecedented halftime show. The move breaks...weiterlesen »

Why is Alan Shearer worried about England vs Argentina? VAR inconsistency raises concerns

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

England legend Alan Shearer has voiced concerns that refereeing decisions and VAR could deny England a place in the World Cup final when they face Argentina in Wednesday's semi-final in Atlanta. The former...weiterlesen »

Messi faces England for first time ever as eye injury clouds historic World Cup semifinal

vor 12 Stunden - upday.com

Argentina faces England in a World Cup semifinal on Wednesday with Lionel Messi's fitness in doubt after an eye injury sustained against Switzerland. The clash in Atlanta carries enormous historical weight...weiterlesen »

Why World Cup fans are calling Mbappé 'dictator' - and why he appears to embrace it

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

Kylian Mbappé has become the subject of a viral social media phenomenon at the World Cup, where the French forward is humorously dubbed "dictator." The nickname has spawned countless memes, AI-generated...weiterlesen »

EU exempts smartwatches from battery replacement rule - but not phones or tablets

vor 14 Stunden - upday.com

The European Commission has exempted smartwatches, fitness trackers, and several other electronic devices from a planned EU requirement for easily replaceable batteries. The decision announced Tuesday...weiterlesen »

Vienna-Penzing: Father Arrested for Child Abuse

vor 15 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Nach einem Polizeieinsatz in Wien-Penzing ist ein 42-Jähriger festgenommen worden. Er soll seinen zwölfjährigen Sohn mit einem Kabel und einem Gürtel geschlagen sowie dessen älteren Bruder angegriffen...weiterlesen »

Resistance Against Police in Vienna-Favoriten: 28-Year-Old Arrested After Outburst

vor 15 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Ein 28-Jähriger ist am Montagabend in Wien-Favoriten nach einem Polizeieinsatz festgenommen worden. A 28-year-old man was arrested on Monday evening in Vienna-Favoriten after displaying aggressive behavior...weiterlesen »

England's Dan Burn lost his finger trying to impress girls - now he's a World Cup hero

vor 14 Stunden - upday.com

England defender Dan Burn has emerged as an unlikely hero at the World Cup. The 34-year-old Newcastle United player made his tournament debut in the knockout stages and has helped his team reach the semi-finals...weiterlesen »

Infantino faces election revolt - and the Trump phone call that sparked it

vor 16 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces an unexpected challenge to his re-election bid, with UEFA reportedly working to field an alternative candidate for the upcoming FIFA presidential election. The move...weiterlesen »

Why is Argentina wearing Maradona's blue jersey against England? The answer goes back to 1986

vor 16 Stunden - upday.com

Argentina has been granted permission by FIFA to wear their dark navy blue away kit for Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against England. The decision carries deliberate historical significance, referencing...weiterlesen »

49-Year-Old Dies After Swimming Accident in Vienna

vor 17 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Ein 49-Jähriger ist nach einem Badeunfall an der Alten Donau im Krankenhaus gestorben. Freunde hatten den Mann beim Untergehen beobachtet und sofort die Einsatzkräfte alarmiert. A 49-year-old man has died...weiterlesen »

Why did FIFA send Felix Zwayer home early? German ref gets just 2 World Cup matches

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

German referee Felix Zwayer's World Cup journey has ended abruptly after just two preliminary round matches. The 45-year-old from Berlin has already left the referee quarters in America and will not officiate...weiterlesen »

42-Year-Old Died After Fall at Construction Site in Krems District

vor 18 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Ein 42-Jähriger ist bei einem Absturz auf einer Baustelle in Weinzierl am Walde, im niederösterreichischen Bezirk Krems, ums Leben gekommen. The man succumbed to his injuries at the University Hospital...weiterlesen »

Wreckage After Plane Crash in Lower Austria Secured

vor 18 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Nach dem Absturz eines Kleinflugzeuges mit zwei Toten und zwei Schwerverletzten am Sonntag in Gaming (Bezirk Scheibbs) ist das Wrack infolge der Bergung sichergestellt worden. Ein Sachverständiger wird...weiterlesen »

The luxury detail at the World Cup final - and why it's drawing backlash

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA has announced that luxury brand Louis Vuitton will provide a specially designed trophy case for the World Cup final on July 19. The French fashion house will present "the official, specially made...weiterlesen »

What Bellingham said about Tuchel - and why Kane says it's being blown out of proportion

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

England captain Harry Kane has rejected suggestions of a rift within the national squad ahead of their World Cup semi-final against Argentina. Kane told BBC Sport there is "complete togetherness" among...weiterlesen »

Referee with controversial past gets World Cup semi-final - and he's made history before

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

Iván Barton, a 35-year-old referee from El Salvador, will officiate the World Cup semi-final between Spain and France on Tuesday in Dallas. Barton made headlines earlier in the tournament as the first...weiterlesen »

The Argentina detail Vogts loves - and why German football lost it

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

Former German national team coach Berti Vogts has unleashed sharp criticism of the German Football Association (DFB) following the national team's failure to advance to the World Cup round of 16 for the...weiterlesen »

Four-Year-Old Runs After Ball and Is Hit by Car

vor 21 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Ein vierjähriges Mädchen ist in Rosenheim von einem Auto erfasst und verletzt worden, nachdem es einem Ball auf die Straße hinterhergelaufen war. The accident occurred on Monday in Rosenheim. According...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Casual WhatsApp message just won this family tickets to the World Cup final

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

A WhatsApp message from a friend has turned into the trip of a lifetime for a London family. Rifat Hysa, 52, his wife Lenka, 44, and their nine-year-old son Max are heading to the World Cup 2026 final...weiterlesen »

Flying in Europe? Your rights just got stronger with upfront pricing and no-show protection

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

EU ministers have approved major changes to flight passenger rights that will take effect in summer 2027. The new rules require airlines to display total ticket prices including hand luggage fees upfront...weiterlesen »

Eight of the world's ten most populous nations missing from World Cup despite billions of potential fans

vor 21 Stunden - upday.com

Millions of football fans across China, India, Indonesia, and Bangladesh passionately follow the World Cup, yet their own national teams remain absent from the tournament. Eight of the world's ten most...weiterlesen »

Can Tuchel end 60 years of hurt? England face Argentina for World Cup final spot

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

Thomas Tuchel faces the defining moment of his England tenure on Wednesday. The German coach leads the Three Lions into a World Cup semi-final against Argentina and Lionel Messi in Atlanta, with a place...weiterlesen »

FBI agents arrive at journalists' homes with subpoenas over Air Force One reporting

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

Five New York Times journalists have been subpoenaed to testify before a federal grand jury over their reporting on security concerns with the new Air Force One. Media advocates and press freedom organizations...weiterlesen »

Mbappé's eight goals vs Spain's revenge - can France reach third straight World Cup final?

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

France faces Spain in the 2026 World Cup semi-final on Tuesday in Dallas, Texas, a clash between the tournament's two most dominant teams. France is chasing a third consecutive final and third world title,...weiterlesen »

What happened to Peter Falconio's body? New images released as £260k reward still stands

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

Northern Territory Police have released previously unseen photographs from one of Australia's most notorious cold cases on the 25th anniversary of British backpacker Peter Falconio's murder. The images,...weiterlesen »

The World Cup semifinal everyone's calling an early final - and France has history on its side

vor einem Tag - upday.com

France and Spain will face each other in the first semifinal of the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday, July 14, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The match, widely viewed as an early final, brings together...weiterlesen »

Argentina vs England: World Cup semifinal set for Wednesday in Atlanta

vor einem Tag - upday.com

FIFA has appointed American referee Ismail Elfath to take charge of the World Cup semifinal between Argentina and England on Wednesday. The match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta kicks off at 3 PM ET....weiterlesen »

Norway throws massive party for World Cup team - Swedish critics say they're making fools of themselves

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Around 90,000 people flooded Oslo's streets on Monday to celebrate Norway's national football team after their historic World Cup 2026 campaign. The reception marked the country's best-ever tournament...weiterlesen »

Arsenal star bedridden for three days - now set to face Messi in World Cup semi

vor einem Tag - upday.com

England midfielder Declan Rice is expected to recover from illness in time to start Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Argentina in Atlanta. The Arsenal player has shown significant improvement in...weiterlesen »

17,000 kronor to complete it: Collectors chase World Record in Panini's final tournament

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Thousands of collectors gathered across multiple cities on Sunday to trade World Cup stickers in a coordinated attempt to set a Guinness World Record for the largest simultaneous exchange of such stickers....weiterlesen »

The comeback no one saw coming: Burnham's path from mayor to PM in three weeks

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Andy Burnham has secured the Labour leadership after receiving backing from 349 MPs, making it mathematically impossible for any rival to challenge him. The former Greater Manchester Mayor is now on track...weiterlesen »

Trapped in their cars, on foot through flames: How 13 died in Spain's wildfire inferno

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A 93-year-old British woman died Sunday from severe burns sustained in devastating wildfires that tore through southern Spain last Thursday, bringing the total death toll to 13. She became the fourth British...weiterlesen »

Crown Prince Haakon lifts spirits in locker room - King Harald plans palace reception

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Crown Prince Haakon entered the Norwegian football team's locker room after their World Cup quarter-final elimination, delivering a message that lifted spirits despite the defeat. The 52-year-old royal...weiterlesen »

128 matches, 16 groups: What a 64-team World Cup would mean for football's biggest event

vor einem Tag - upday.com

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is pushing to expand the World Cup to 64 teams for the 2030 tournament, doubling the field size in just eight years. The proposal will be examined by FIFA committees after...weiterlesen »

13 referees chosen for World Cup final stages as FIFA blocks all officials from competing nations

vor einem Tag - upday.com

FIFA has selected 13 referees to officiate the final four matches of the 2026 World Cup, with the final scheduled for July 19. The organization excluded all main referees from the four remaining nations—Spain,...weiterlesen »

Messi could finally face England in 2026 - and the rivalry runs deeper than football

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Argentina and England could meet in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, reigniting one of football's most politically charged rivalries. Lionel Messi would face England at the international level for the first...weiterlesen »

Tielemans' World Cup ends in warm-up injury - now heading to Man United for £35 million

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Belgian captain Youri Tielemans is set to join Manchester United for approximately 35 million pounds, with the transfer made possible by a release clause in his Aston Villa contract. The move comes days...weiterlesen »

Seven goals, two controversial calls, one heartbreak - Haaland's World Cup ends in quarterfinals

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Erling Haaland has left the United States after Norway's elimination from the 2026 World Cup. The Manchester City striker departed Monday morning following his team's controversial 2-1 quarterfinal loss...weiterlesen »

Police Car Damaged: 53-Year-Old Arrested After Knife Attack

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Ein 53-jähriger Mann ist in der Nacht auf Sonntag in Wien-Landstraße festgenommen worden, nachdem er ein vor einer Polizeiinspektion abgestelltes Polizeiauto mit einem Messer beschädigt haben soll. The...weiterlesen »

25-year-old World Cup footballer Jayden Adams dies weeks after historic South Africa run

vor einem Tag - upday.com

South African national footballer Jayden Adams has died at the age of 25. Police in Cape Town launched an investigation after his body was found Saturday morning in an apartment in the city's Schotsche...weiterlesen »

Historic World Cup semis: Top 4 FIFA teams clash as France faces Spain, England meets Messi

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The 2026 World Cup has produced a historic semifinal lineup. For the first time in tournament history, the top four teams in FIFA's world rankings have all reached the final four—France, Spain, Argentina,...weiterlesen »

Messi cleared to face England in World Cup semi-final despite bloodied eye injury

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Argentina has received crucial good news ahead of their World Cup semi-final clash with England on Wednesday. Lionel Messi, Cristian Romero, and Leandro Paredes have all been cleared to play despite fitness...weiterlesen »

England face Argentina in World Cup semi-final as Tuchel seeks first title since 1966

vor einem Tag - upday.com

England has reached the World Cup semi-finals and will face Argentina on Wednesday at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Coach Thomas Tuchel is two matches away from delivering England's first World...weiterlesen »

White House backs England to win World Cup after US elimination

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The White House is backing England to win the World Cup on American soil. Andrew Giuliani, Donald Trump's representative for the tournament, revealed the US administration's support for the Three Lions...weiterlesen »

EU launches $1bn Gaza aid with 14 partners: Team Gaza to restore water, healthcare and energy

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The European Union has launched a $1 billion aid initiative for Gaza and is hosting its second donor conference for the Palestinian territories on Monday. The conference brings together more than 60 delegations...weiterlesen »

IS husband gets life, wife 9.5 years for enslaving Yazidi girls aged 7 and 12: Munich genocide verdict

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A Munich court has sentenced an Iraqi couple to severe prison terms for enslaving and sexually abusing two Yazidi girls as members of the Islamic State terrorist organization. The Higher Regional Court...weiterlesen »

Robbins strikes back: Sacked diplomat claims Starmer had no legal right to fire him

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Sir Olly Robbins, the former top civil servant at the Foreign Office, has filed a legal challenge against his dismissal by Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The FDA union announced Monday that Robbins formally...weiterlesen »

MSF accuses Russia of systematic hospital attacks in Ukraine - WHO documents 2,811 strikes

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Médecins Sans Frontières has accused Russia of systematically targeting healthcare facilities and workers in Ukraine through a deliberate strategy to destroy the country's medical system. The aid organization...weiterlesen »

Trump administration subpoenas NY Times journalists over Air Force One safety report

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Several journalists from The New York Times have been subpoenaed by federal prosecutors in New York over their reporting on safety concerns surrounding the new Air Force One. The subpoenas, delivered by...weiterlesen »

The 44th-minute decision that cost Sorloth everything - and Norway the World Cup

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Norwegian striker Alexander Sorloth has become the target of death threats and severe online abuse following his country's elimination from the 2026 World Cup. The Atletico Madrid forward is being blamed...weiterlesen »

Sony's digital-only PlayStation plan: What it means for your game collection

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The European Union has rejected calls to force Sony to continue producing physical game discs for PlayStation. EU Commissioner Michael McGrath stated that companies retain the freedom to structure their...weiterlesen »

Record EU sanctions hit 250 Russians – but $44 oil cap could jump to $58 this week

vor einem Tag - upday.com

EU foreign ministers gathered in Brussels on Monday hoping to approve sanctions against 250 new Russian individuals and entities – a record number targeting those involved in the war against Ukraine. But...weiterlesen »

Vienna-Floridsdorf: 93-Year-Old Dies After Gas Explosion in Residential Building

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Eine Woche nach der Gasexplosion in einem Wohnhaus in Wien-Floridsdorf ist der schwer verletzte 93-jährige Hausbesitzer im Krankenhaus gestorben. Nach bisherigen Ermittlungen soll der Mann die Explosion...weiterlesen »

Why Argentina's kit request matters: The blue shirt that haunts England fans

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Argentina has requested permission from FIFA to wear their all-blue away kit for Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against England in Atlanta. The request carries symbolic weight – the darker shirt was...weiterlesen »

World Cup tech chaos - 5 teams eliminated by controversial VAR calls as coaches resign

vor einem Tag - upday.com

New rules and advanced technology have triggered a wave of controversial decisions at the FIFA World Cup, leaving teams feeling robbed and coaches questioning the integrity of the tournament. From red...weiterlesen »

The farewell gift Mbappé promised Deschamps - and why Tuesday could deliver it

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Didier Deschamps stands on the brink of football immortality. The 57-year-old coach of France's national team needs just two more wins to potentially crown his tenure with a third World Cup title — and...weiterlesen »

The World Cup fixture FIFA hoped to avoid - and why security is on high alert

vor einem Tag - upday.com

England faces Argentina in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday with unprecedented security measures in place. Officials describe the clash in Atlanta as potentially "the fieriest game of the World Cup...weiterlesen »

Sinner defends Wimbledon for his fifth Grand Slam - 10th in the Open Era to retain crown

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Jannik Sinner has successfully defended his Wimbledon title, defeating Alexander Zverev 6-7 (7-9), 7-6 (7-2), 6-3, 6-4 in a grueling three-hour and 46-minute final on Centre Court. The 24-year-old Italian...weiterlesen »

World Cup semis: Can anyone stop Spain's 36-game unbeaten run and Messi's Argentina?

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The 2026 World Cup has reached its semifinal stage, with 4 nations standing between glory and elimination. France, Spain, England and Argentina will compete in 2 pivotal matches on July 14 and 15 to determine...weiterlesen »

US soccer crisis after World Cup exit: $20k youth fees, falling MLS attendance, and Pochettino's uncertain future

vor einem Tag - upday.com

American soccer faces a sobering reality check following the national team's early World Cup exit. The 1-4 loss to Belgium in the round of 16 has exposed deep structural problems across the sport — from...weiterlesen »

Why Argentina's physical struggles could decide the World Cup semi-final

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Argentina has reached the World Cup semi-final after a grueling path through the knockout stages, but coach Lionel Scaloni is sounding the alarm about his team's physical limitations ahead of their clash...weiterlesen »

Two goals, one friendship - Bellingham eliminates Haaland's Norway at World Cup

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Jude Bellingham scored twice to lead England to a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Norway in the World Cup 2026 quarterfinals in Miami on Saturday. The Real Madrid midfielder equalized before halftime...weiterlesen »