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The World Cup could revive US tourism – if America lets itWith five million visitors expected for the World Cup, the US is hoping for a tourism boost after a slump in international arrivals. But amid...
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Why Scott McTominay has been kept away from Scotland squad ahead of World Cup openerThe midfielder has been dealing with an upset stomach ahead of the game against Haiti
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Jude Bellingham reveals major issue hampered England at Euro 2024England were beaten in the final by Spain two years ago
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Where to watch spoiler-free highlights of World Cup gamesHere’s a spolier: avoid YouTube
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Why Trump is set to snub USA’s World Cup 2026 opener – and the one sporting event he will attend this weekendUSA will begin their World Cup campaign against Paraguay in Los Angeles on Friday evening
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After decades trying to win the World Cup, shouldn’t the USA be better at football by now?USA are four-time champions in the women’s game but as the 2026 tournament begins on home soil, are they any closer to winning the men’s World Cup?
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Water-gate: Fifa’s lucrative World Cup breaks are ruining the spectacleComment : The decision to mandate three-minute hydration breaks during every half of football at the 2026 World Cup smacks of yet more greed,...
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World Cup 2026 live: Empty seats and ‘mandatory’ water breaks take shine off opening gamesThousands of empty seats could be seen during South Korea’s win over Czech Republic; today, co-hosts Canada and USA get underway
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USA and Canada take the stage: What’s on today at the 2026 World Cup and how to watchTwo more co-hosts get underway in the 2026 World Cup
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‘Unexpected’ performances, elite-level experience and vision: How to appoint an international managerAfter two comparative surprise packages at international level, Luis De La Fuente and Lionel Scaloni, won the last Euros and World Cup at the...
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Argentina’s bid for World Cup immortality is the end of an eraArgentina will say goodbye to a golden era this summer as Lionel Messi’s defending champions finally hand over the baton to the next generation
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Why World Cup stage will see Luis Diaz claim Lionel Messi’s crown of South America’s best playerHaving found a new level since signing for Bayern from Liverpool, the Colombia star might be one of the World Cup’s biggest stars
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Juventus ace Alajbegovic nominated for best young player at 2026 Ballon d’OrJuventus ace Alajbegovic nominated for best young player at 2026 Ballon d’Or Juventus ace Kerim Alajbegovic has been included on the 10-player...
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