The World Cup 2026 record Craig Gordon set - and why he's...

The World Cup 2026 record Craig Gordon set - and why he's walking away now

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Scotland goalkeeper Craig Gordon announced his retirement from football on Thursday at the age of 43, ending a 25-year playing career that saw him become the oldest player selected for the 2026 World Cup....weiterlesen »

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Yamal receives precautionary treatment 3 days before World Cup final as Spain manage fitness concerns

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Spain's two key players Lamine Yamal and Pedro Porro have trained separately three days before the World Cup final due to minor physical issues sustained in the semifinal against France. The Spanish Football...weiterlesen »

Disaster Alarm Now on Digital Billboards in Vienna

vor 4 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Die Stadt Wien erweitert ihr Warnsystem: Künftig können behördliche Warnmeldungen im Ernstfall auch auf den digitalen Werbeflächen der Gewista im öffentlichen Raum angezeigt werden. Dafür werden laufende...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Messi could become first male player to win Ballon d'Or from US club

vor 3 Stunden - upday.com

Lionel Messi could make football history on Sunday. The 39-year-old Argentinian star has the chance to win his second World Cup title with Argentina in the final against Spain – and potentially become...weiterlesen »

Passengers Astonished: Train Conductor Sprints to Supermarket

vor 4 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Ein ICE von Sylt nach Berlin legte einen außerplanmäßigen Halt ein – nicht wegen einer technischen Panne, sondern wegen fehlenden Klopapiers. Der Zugchef kaufte kurzerhand Nachschub im Supermarkt. An unusual...weiterlesen »

240 days for journalists, 4 years for students - Trump's visa crackdown explained

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The US Department of Homeland Security announced Thursday it will impose fixed time limits on visas for foreign students, cultural exchange visitors and journalists. The move replaces the current system...weiterlesen »

After Severe Attack: Police Are Looking for This Man

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Nach einer schweren Körperverletzung in St. Pölten hat die Polizei ein Fahndungsfoto veröffentlicht. Ein bislang unbekannter Mann soll einen 43-Jährigen verfolgt und mehrfach ins Gesicht geschlagen haben....weiterlesen »

Man Resuscitated After Swimming Accident in Vienna Outdoor Pool

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Im Schafbergbad in Wien-Währing ist am Donnerstagnachmittag ein Mann nach einem Badeunfall reanimiert worden. Der rund 40-Jährige erlitt einen Herz-Kreislauf-Stillstand und wurde per Rettungshubschrauber...weiterlesen »

The evidence that was never heard: Why a 14-year-old's 23-minute inquest was quashed

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The High Court has ordered a new inquest into the death of 14-year-old Jools Sweeney, in what lawyers say is the first case in England and Wales where the absence of social media evidence led to overturning...weiterlesen »

Teacher faces student as De la Fuente meets Scaloni in World Cup final

vor 5 Stunden - upday.com

Spain and Argentina will contest the World Cup final on Sunday, pitting European champions against South American champions in a clash that carries a deeply personal dimension. The technical areas will...weiterlesen »

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The FIFA agent rule that may violate EU law - and the ones that don't

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The European Court of Justice has delivered a split ruling on FIFA's controversial regulations for football agents. The verdict upholds key restrictions while questioning others, leaving national courts...weiterlesen »

Kimi K3: China’s Newest Open-Weight Model Aims to Close Gap With US Leaders

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Chinese AI developer Moonshot AI has released its latest model, Kimi K3 — and it is already integrated into the web app of the AI chatbot Kimi.com. With a massive parameter count and the goal of blurring...weiterlesen »

Kimi K3: Open Weight Modell aus China soll zu US-Rivalen aufschließen

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Der chinesische KI-Entwickler Moonshot AI hat sein neuestes Modell Kimi K3 veröffentlicht – und es ist bereits in der Web-App des KI-Chatbots Kimi.com integriert. Mit einer massiven Parameteranzahl und...weiterlesen »

England gave Messi 'so much space' to whip in crosses - Lineker slams Tuchel's tactics

vor 7 Stunden - upday.com

Gary Lineker has jokingly suggested that Thomas Tuchel could be a "German spy" following England's World Cup elimination. The former England striker made the lighthearted comment on his Netflix show "The...weiterlesen »

0.9% growth forecast for Eurozone as IMF warns of stagflation risk after 140-day conflict

vor 7 Stunden - upday.com

The International Monetary Fund has warned that a prolonged disruption in global energy supply would clearly affect economic growth projections. Christian Mumssen, the IMF's director of strategy, cautioned...weiterlesen »

Burglar Held E-Moped Battery in Hands When Vienna Police Arrived

vor 8 Stunden - Volarberg Online

In Wien-Favoriten wurde am Mittwoch ein mutmaßlicher Einbrecher auf frischer Tat ertappt. The incident occurred around 1:30 PM on Columbusgasse in Vienna. A witness had notified the police when he observed...weiterlesen »

Want to watch France vs England on Saturday? You'll need to pay for MagentaTV

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France and England will face off for third place at the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Saturday, July 18. The match kicks off at 11 PM German time at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. German football fans will...weiterlesen »

Trump calls, AI curses and mouth-covering red cards - the World Cup's wildest moments

vor 10 Stunden - upday.com

The World Cup delivered far more than just football. With 102 of 104 matches completed, the expanded tournament provided viral moments, bizarre controversies, and entertaining subplots that captured global...weiterlesen »

Spain or Argentina will lift World Cup trophy on Sunday - the hidden DNA spiral symbolism Gazzaniga designed

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

Italian sculptor Silvio Gazzaniga designed the FIFA World Cup trophy with one goal: capturing the athlete's struggle, the fan's jubilation and the moment of victory in a single spiraling form. On Sunday,...weiterlesen »

Trump breaks World Cup tradition: Will personally hand trophy to winning captain

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

US President Donald Trump will attend the World Cup final on Sunday and present the trophy to the winning captain. This marks his first stadium appearance at the tournament, despite the United States co-hosting...weiterlesen »

Oil traders sound alarm as global reserves run dry: 'We have used all available buffers'

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

The International Energy Agency reported Friday that member states have released nearly three-quarters of the 400 million barrels of emergency oil reserves announced in March. With only a few weeks of...weiterlesen »

UK beats forecasts with May growth - but Middle East conflict threatens momentum

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

The UK economy returned to growth in May with gross domestic product rising 0.1%, the Office for National Statistics reported Thursday. The expansion came as a surprise to economists who had expected stagnant...weiterlesen »

From being booed in Germany to World Cup final star - Cucurella's remarkable journey with Spain

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

Marc Cucurella has emerged as one of Spain's most important players in their march to the World Cup final. The 27-year-old will face Argentina on Sunday at 9:00 PM in East Rutherford, aiming to cap a remarkable...weiterlesen »

12% possession: England's shocking collapse after Tuchel went defensive against Argentina

vor 12 Stunden - upday.com

England's World Cup dream ended in devastating fashion as Thomas Tuchel's defensive tactics backfired in a 2-1 semi-final defeat to Argentina. The manager faces widespread criticism after late substitutions...weiterlesen »

Budget Pressure: Vienna Suspends Monument Funding

vor 13 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Die Stadt Wien setzt den Altstadterhaltungsfonds vorübergehend aus. Als Grund nennt Kulturstadträtin Veronica Kaup-Hasler die angespannte Budgetlage. Langfristig solle die Förderung für historische Gebäude...weiterlesen »

Bellingham caught on camera slapping Argentina player - FIFA may investigate

vor 12 Stunden - upday.com

Jude Bellingham faces potential FIFA punishment after new footage emerged showing him appearing to slap Argentina midfielder Valentin Barco following England's World Cup semi-final defeat. The incident...weiterlesen »

What Micah Richards did after learning his father died - just before England's biggest match

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

BBC pundit Micah Richards learned of his father Lincoln's death just moments before he was scheduled to go on air for England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina. The former England defender decided...weiterlesen »

Starmer nationalises British Steel as Chinese owner demands compensation for takeover

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

The UK government has taken British Steel into public ownership, securing control of the Scunthorpe steelworks that employs around 2,700 people. The move came after the Steel Industry (Nationalisation)...weiterlesen »

From doubted appointment to World Cup final - how De la Fuente built Spain's record run

vor 14 Stunden - upday.com

Spain reached the World Cup final by defeating France 2-0 on Tuesday, extending their remarkable unbeaten streak to 37 matches under Luis de la Fuente. The victory equals Italy's all-time international...weiterlesen »

The heartbreaking reason Micah Richards stayed on air during England's World Cup defeat

vor 15 Stunden - upday.com

BBC pundit Micah Richards learned of his father's unexpected death just before broadcasting England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina in Atlanta. The former Manchester City defender proceeded with...weiterlesen »

Argentina displays Falklands banner again after beating England - previously fined £20,000

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

Argentina's footballers sparked a FIFA investigation after displaying a politically charged banner following their 2-1 semi-final victory over England at the 2026 World Cup. The banner read "Las Malvinas...weiterlesen »

Starmer pledges unwavering UK support for Ukraine in final Kyiv visit before Burnham takes over

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

Sir Keir Starmer used his final days as UK Prime Minister to reaffirm Britain's unwavering commitment to Ukraine, meeting President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv on Thursday before his premiership officially...weiterlesen »

Two goals in seven minutes: Argentina's dramatic comeback sends England home

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

Argentina scored two goals in the final seven minutes to defeat England 2-1 in the World Cup semifinal on Wednesday, securing their place in a second consecutive final. Enzo Fernández equalized in the...weiterlesen »

Starmer's emotional farewell: Standing ovation and tears mark final PMQs

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

Keir Starmer used his final days as British Prime Minister to highlight his government's key achievements and reaffirm the UK's unwavering support for Ukraine. At his final cabinet meeting on Wednesday...weiterlesen »

Tuchel commits to England until Euro 2028 despite heartbreaking World Cup exit

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

Thomas Tuchel has confirmed he will remain as England manager until Euro 2028, despite the team's heartbreaking World Cup semi-final exit. The commitment comes after England's 2-1 defeat to Argentina on...weiterlesen »

12% possession after taking the lead - England's shocking retreat costs World Cup dream

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

England crashed out of the World Cup 2026 semi-finals with a 2-1 defeat to Argentina in Atlanta, sparking fierce criticism of manager Thomas Tuchel's defensive tactics. The Three Lions surrendered a second-half...weiterlesen »

Will Kane play in 2030? Captain won't say after third World Cup without title

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

Harry Kane has left the door open to competing in the 2030 World Cup but refuses to commit after England's painful semi-final exit. The FC Bayern Munich striker said it is too early to make such decisions...weiterlesen »

World Cup party with balloons at notorious Rikers - 100+ inmates watch semifinal

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

New York's notorious Rikers Island jail hosted an unusual World Cup watch party on Wednesday. More than 100 inmates gathered in a gymnasium to watch the semifinal match between England and Argentina on...weiterlesen »

Argentina fans boo Beckham as England take early lead in World Cup semi-final

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

A galaxy of sports and entertainment stars watched England face Argentina in the World Cup semi-final at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday. David Beckham, Mick Jagger, and several other celebrities...weiterlesen »

20% of the world's oil at risk: U.S. bombs Iran over Strait of Hormuz blockade

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

The United States launched a second wave of airstrikes against Iran on Wednesday, marking the fifth consecutive night of military action. The attacks targeted Iranian capabilities threatening free navigation...weiterlesen »

£550 tattoo declares England World Cup winners - but there's a backup plan

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

A 36-year-old England fan has gotten a foot-long tattoo on his leg declaring the national team as World Cup winners in 2026 - before the tournament is even finished. Sean Carrington, a roofer from Wigan...weiterlesen »

Mainoo gives World Cup ticket to terminally ill fan who spent last money on flights

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has given a World Cup semi-final ticket to Jordan Adams, a 31-year-old charity fundraiser who faces a terminal dementia diagnosis. Adams traveled to Atlanta hoping...weiterlesen »

600 days without contact - US seismologist faces life sentence in China over nuclear work

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

A US scientist detained in China for more than 18 months on espionage charges has become the focus of renewed diplomatic tensions between Washington and Beijing. Youlin Chen, a 54-year-old seismologist,...weiterlesen »

Three defeats, zero points - Haiti parts ways with coach after first World Cup in 52 years

vor 24 Stunden - upday.com

Sébastien Migné lost his job as Haiti's national team coach after the 2026 World Cup, the Haitian Football Federation announced Wednesday. The French coach had led the Caribbean nation to their first World...weiterlesen »

240 million followers see Musk's Le Pen endorsement - France calls it interference

vor 24 Stunden - upday.com

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has endorsed Marine Le Pen for France's presidency, calling her "France's last hope" on his social media platform X. The move drew immediate criticism from the French government...weiterlesen »

What Deschamps said about the referee - and why FIFA just publicly rebuked him

vor einem Tag - upday.com

FIFA has sharply rejected criticism from France coach Didier Deschamps over the refereeing in his team's World Cup semifinal defeat. The world football body defended the quality of its officials after...weiterlesen »

8 goals each: Messi can overtake Mbappé for Golden Boot against England

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Lionel Messi faces England in the World Cup semifinals on Wednesday with the chance to pull ahead of Kylian Mbappé in the race for the tournament's Golden Boot. Both players are tied at eight goals. The...weiterlesen »

From Raya match to World Cup kiss: Inside Jude Bellingham and Ashlyn Castro's romance

vor einem Tag - upday.com

England midfielder Jude Bellingham's relationship with American model Ashlyn Castro has become one of the stories capturing attention at the World Cup 2026. A public kiss in the stands after England's...weiterlesen »

Spanish royals jump from sofa as Spain reaches World Cup final with 2-0 win over France

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Spain's national football team has advanced to the 2026 World Cup final after defeating France 2-0 on Tuesday evening. King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia, and their daughters Princess Leonor and Princess Sofía...weiterlesen »

140,000 headers caused his brain disease: Coroner confirms football led to Nobby Stiles' dementia death

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A coroner has ruled that England's 1966 World Cup winner Nobby Stiles died with a brain condition caused by repeatedly heading a football. The landmark ruling follows an inquest into the death of the Manchester...weiterlesen »

Bayern's 44-year World Cup final streak at stake: Kane vs Martínez in semi-final showdown

vor einem Tag - upday.com

FC Bayern Munich's remarkable 44-year streak faces its biggest threat. Since 1982, at least one Bayern player has appeared in every World Cup final. Now, with France eliminated in the semi-finals, Harry...weiterlesen »

14,000 dead as Europe's record heat melts roads and buckles railways

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Record-breaking heat has killed over 14,000 people across Europe in recent weeks while causing critical infrastructure failures from melting roads to buckling railways. A heatwave from June 17 to 24, 2026,...weiterlesen »

E-Scooter Hits Police Officer During Traffic Check

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Ein 26-jähriger E-Scooter-Lenker soll in Wien-Floridsdorf trotz Anhaltezeichen weitergefahren sein und dabei einen Polizisten erfasst haben. Beide wurden verletzt und ins Krankenhaus gebracht. During a...weiterlesen »

Man Injured with Glass Bottle – Arrest in Vienna

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Bei einem Raufhandel am Kaisermühlendamm in Wien-Donaustadt sind vier Menschen verletzt worden. Ein 25-Jähriger soll einem 19-Jährigen mit einer Glasflasche ins Gesicht geschlagen haben. Die Polizei nahm...weiterlesen »

FIFA considers 64-team World Cup: Supporters see opportunity, critics warn of chaos

vor einem Tag - upday.com

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is considering a significant expansion of the World Cup to 64 teams, up from the current 48. The proposal, submitted by the South American Football Confederation CONMEBOL,...weiterlesen »

Before the Schubert Year: Birthplace in Vienna to Undergo Comprehensive Renovation

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Pünktlich zum Schubert-Jahr 2028 wird das Geburtshaus des Komponisten in Wien umfassend erneuert. Geplant sind eine doppelt so große Dauerausstellung, ein neuer Konzertsaal und ein frei zugänglicher Garten....weiterlesen »

Yamal's perfect knockout record: How the 19-year-old owns Mbappé when it matters most

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Spain advanced to the 2026 World Cup final with a 2-0 victory over France in Dallas on Tuesday, extending Lamine Yamal's remarkable dominance over his biggest rival Kylian Mbappé. The 19-year-old Barcelona...weiterlesen »

88% of Europe's disinformation now spreads through X, EU report finds

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Twenty years after its launch, Twitter — now known as X — has evolved from a groundbreaking social media platform into what EU and international institutions consider a primary source of online disinformation....weiterlesen »

All 27 EU countries miss Green Homes deadline as Brussels launches infringement wave

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The European Commission has launched infringement procedures against multiple EU member states for failing to implement key EU legislation on time. All 27 member states missed the deadline for the Green...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? OpenAI can't trademark its own name in Europe - here's why

vor einem Tag - upday.com

OpenAI has lost a trademark battle at the European Union's General Court in Luxembourg. The tech company behind ChatGPT sought to register "OPENAI" as a word mark for software and IT services, but judges...weiterlesen »

Pedri predicted Spain's World Cup final date a year ago - and it just came true

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Spanish midfielder Pedri's cryptic social media post from over a year ago has gone viral after Spain secured their place in the 2026 World Cup final. The post, featuring only the date July 19, 2026, now...weiterlesen »

Signs for Urban Swimming at Swimming Parade 2026 in Vienna's Danube Canal

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Der Donaukanal wird Ende August erneut zur außergewöhnlichen Sportkulisse: Am 29. August lädt der Schwimmverein Donaukanal zur Schwimmparade 2026. Rund 300 Teilnehmende werden dabei gemeinsam durch den...weiterlesen »

What really happened between Tuchel and Bellingham - and why it's not what you think

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Thomas Tuchel has dismissed media speculation about tensions with Jude Bellingham, insisting their relationship is stronger than ever ahead of England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina on Wednesday....weiterlesen »

71 Champions League players reach World Cup semis - emerging nations had just 20

vor einem Tag - upday.com

England faces Switzerland tonight in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, a match between two European nations. The four teams reaching this stage—France, Spain, England, and Switzerland—all hail from Europe,...weiterlesen »

New Figures Show: This Is Behind Many Train Delays

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Verspätungen im überregionalen Zugverkehr sind immer wieder Thema, auch wenn sich das Problem in Österreich im internationalen Vergleich in gewissen Grenzen hält. Announcements at the station often indicate...weiterlesen »

Over 20 million French viewers watch Spain end World Cup dream in record-breaking semifinal

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The France-Spain World Cup 2026 semifinal shattered television viewership records across Europe on Tuesday evening. Spain's 2-0 victory, which secured their place in the final, drew unprecedented audiences...weiterlesen »

World Cup semi-final crowd so quiet spectators could chat without disturbance

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Journalists sharply criticized the atmosphere at Tuesday's World Cup semi-final in Dallas, describing the crowd as surprisingly subdued despite the high stakes. Spain defeated France 2-0 to advance to...weiterlesen »

FIFA delays sanctions decision: Coaches risk 4-match bans for slamming World Cup refs

vor einem Tag - upday.com

FIFA is planning to postpone disciplinary actions against players and coaches who have damaged football's reputation until after the World Cup concludes, according to a report by The Athletic. The organization...weiterlesen »

England face Argentina with ref who's never seen Messi lose

vor einem Tag - upday.com

FIFA has appointed U.S.-based referee Ismail Elfath to officiate the World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina on Wednesday, triggering intense controversy in British media over concerns of potential...weiterlesen »

540,000 households ditch BBC licence fee as crisis deepens to worst in decades

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The BBC is facing its worst crisis in decades as over 540,000 households stopped paying the TV licence fee in the past year. New director general Matt Brittin warned on Tuesday that "this is a moment of...weiterlesen »

IFA 2026: BEEZER® continues to grow – ritterwerk presents new food slicers

vor einem Tag - life PR

The focus will be on the complete BEEZER® product family, including its latest additions, as well as the two new ritter food slicers, the orbis 7 and the fino 7. BEEZER®: one innovation, a whole new product...weiterlesen »

Bellingham's six goals fire England into World Cup semi-final - as brands chase the new Beckham

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Jude Bellingham has emerged as England's defining figure at World Cup 2026, with his six-goal tally and match-winning performances positioning him as the tournament's breakout star. The 23-year-old midfielder's...weiterlesen »

DeepSeek: China’s AI Star Plans Multi-Billion Fundraising and IPO

vor einem Tag - TrendingTopics.eu

Just weeks after its first external funding round, DeepSeek is doubling down: The Hangzhou-based AI company has begun preparations for an initial public offering and could file the paperwork as early as...weiterlesen »

Experts slam UK midnight social media curfew for teens - 'for show, not for children'

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The UK government has introduced a midnight social media curfew for 16- and 17-year-olds as part of sweeping new restrictions aimed at protecting teenagers from online harms. The measures, announced by...weiterlesen »

How does Tuchel handle World Cup pressure? Ice cream, a bike, and 15 minutes alone

vor einem Tag - upday.com

England coach Thomas Tuchel has revealed his unusual method for handling the pressure of the World Cup semifinals. The German manager shared on Tuesday that he relieves stress by riding a bike around a...weiterlesen »

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

vor einem Tag - 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 »

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

vor einem Tag - 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 einem Tag - 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 »

From three days in bed to World Cup semi-final - Rice's dramatic recovery for England

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Declan Rice is fit to start for England in their World Cup semi-final against Argentina on Wednesday. Manager Thomas Tuchel confirmed the midfielder's availability after Rice recovered from illness and...weiterlesen »

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

vor einem Tag - 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 einem Tag - 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 »

Scientists divided: Is the Atlantic current heading for collapse or just reorganising?

vor einem Tag - upday.com

New research suggests that meltwater from Greenland's melting ice sheet is gradually weakening a crucial Atlantic Ocean current system, rather than triggering an abrupt collapse. The findings, published...weiterlesen »

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

vor einem Tag - 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 »

FIFA grants rare exemption for Mercedes logo at England-Argentina World Cup semi-final - structural damage risk

vor einem Tag - upday.com

FIFA has granted a rare exemption to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, allowing a prominent Mercedes logo to remain visible during Wednesday's World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina. The...weiterlesen »

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

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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

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 einem Tag - 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 »

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

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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 »

Viral hippo Moo Deng predicts World Cup final - and she called Trump's win

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A pygmy hippopotamus from Thailand has predicted that France and England will clash in the FIFA World Cup final. Moo Deng, a two-year-old internet sensation living at the Khao Kheow Open Zoo, made the...weiterlesen »

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

vor einem Tag - 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

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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 einem Tag - 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 »

Russia could attack NATO by 2030 - UK tells citizens to stockpile food and medicines

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The UK government will launch a public awareness campaign later this year urging citizens to stockpile food, water, and essential supplies as the country prepares for potential emergencies including Russian...weiterlesen »

FIFA boss faces IOC complaint as World Cup fan data goes to Trump strategist's firm

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing mounting criticism over a collaboration that could funnel World Cup fan data to Donald Trump's election campaign. The Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung reports that...weiterlesen »

How a court ruling just put France's far-right closer than ever to the Élysée Palace

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

A Paris court has cleared the path for far-right politician Marine Le Pen to run for France's presidency in 2027, marking her fourth attempt at the top office. The court reduced her embezzlement conviction...weiterlesen »