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England’s captain fantastic: Kane praised for a ‘complete performance’

The Bayern Munich striker scored twice as the Three Lions beat Croatia 4-2 in their World Cup group L opening fixture.

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Lionel Messi scores first World Cup hat trick in 3-0 win over Algeria

France finds a way to break a goalless first half as they cruise past Senegal, the African champions whose recent AFCON title was stripped on a technicality and awarded to Morocco, delivering a 3-1 win campaign opener.

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Cape Verde World Cup defender superstar was recruited through LinkedIn

The national team's call came from 4,500 km away across the Ocean and not in the way most people would expect.

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Here is every World Cup fixture you may have missed on Monday

Spain, considered by many as one of the favourites to win the title, failed to impress in their opening match against Cape Verde, which ended in a nil-nil draw, as La Roja star Lamine Yamal remains sidelined with injury.

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Spain held by Cape Verde in World Cup's first goalless draw

Debutants Cape Verde, a nation of over 500,000 people, held out against Luis de la Fuente’s star-studded team, playing defensively and relying on few counterattacks that nearly caused an upset for Spain in the 90th.

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Sunday and early Monday World Cup fixtures you may have missed

Curaçao made history on Sunday after they scored their first goal in the World Cup in their first ever participation in the tournament, despite suffering a 7-1 loss to European giants and former world champions, Germany.

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Germany wins 7-1 after Curaçao scores in its first-ever FIFA World Cup

Football: Germany won 7-1 against Curaçao in the Group E opener in Houston.

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After refused entry into US, Somali referee Omar Artan will be paid full World Cup fee by FIFA

Full tournament salary will be paid to Somali referee Omar Artan by FIFA after his entry into the US was refused by border officials over "association with suspected membres of terror organisations".

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World Cup oracle Taio surprises with first Germany prediction

Germany’s first World Cup game is still to come, yet the new tournament oracle has already spoken – and anteater Taio’s prediction won’t please every DFB fan.

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Australia start World Cup with a bang after Brazil draw with Morocco

Brazil star Vinicius Jr. stepped up to spare his nation's blushes with a superb solo effort against 2022 semifinalists Morocco.

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New York Knicks win NBA Championship, ending 50-year drought

US President Donald Trump congratulated the team in a post on his Truth Social account. The Knicks beat the Spurs 94-90 to seal the series victory.

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Qatar makes history with first ever point in World Cup thriller

Qatar secured its first ever World Cup point with a draw against Switzerland, sparking celebrations at home and across the Arab world.

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'Take me to America': Bosnia unites behind viral anthem at World Cup

As the Western Balkan country celebrates its second-ever appearance at the tournament despite its underdog status, a 15-year-old song about life abroad by a much-beloved band has become an unofficial anthem for Bosnian fans.

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World Cup 2026: where in France is the curfew for under-16s enforced?

In some municipalities, unprecedented measures now target unaccompanied teenagers, after repeated disturbances at festive gatherings.

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USA make impressive start to World Cup campaign

Some of Hollywood's biggest names were in attendance for the match at LA's SoFi stadium, including Tom Cruise and Leonardo DiCaprio.

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South Africa's red card confusion becomes World Cup's first viral meme

'Wait, what?': Players were left speechless as the referee explained the VAR decision in an apparent shaky English after a controversial red card.

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World Cup: Mexico beats South Africa as Czechia loses to South Korea

Julián Quiñones scored the opening goal of the tournament after nine minutes and 35-year-old striker Raúl Jiménez headed in Mexico's second goal in a 2-0 opening game against South Africa that produced three red cards.

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Mexico's President Sheinbaum joins fans as World Cup gets underway

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum joined thousands of supporters at a fan zone in Mexico City's Zocalo Square as Mexico took on South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup. Fans packed the square to cheer on the host nation.

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Shakira lights up the stage as World Cup kicks off in Mexico City

The extravaganza hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada is the biggest World Cup in history, stretching until the final in New Jersey on 19 July.

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World Cup 2026: supercomputer backs Spain, former stars favour Argentina

A member of France’s 1998 World Cup-winning team and the Italian defender who scored in the 2006 final shared their expectations with Euronews

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Why are World Cup tickets so expensive?

An expert says strong demand, dynamic pricing and a booming resale market are pushing World Cup ticket prices higher. As teams advance and knockout matchups become clearer, prices could continue to fluctuate based on fan interest and demand.

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Somalia's World Cup referee returns home to hero's welcome after US entry denial

Somali referee Omar Artan was welcomed by hundreds of supporters in Mogadishu after being denied entry to the United States and removed from the 2026 World Cup officials list. Artan vowed to return for the next tournament.

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FIFA chief says fans 'should chill' about Somali ref denied US entry

The 2026 men's World Cup has been expanded to 48 teams and is the biggest and most ambitious in the event's history, with matches taking place in Mexico, Canada and the United States.

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Subway station in Mexico City goes viral over chandeliers

Decorative chandeliers installed at a busy Mexico City subway station ahead of the 2026 World Cup have sparked a wave of memes and mixed reactions from commuters.

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Mexico gears up for 2026 World Cup opener at historic Azteca Stadium

Mexico City is preparing to host the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday when the hosts take on South Africa at the iconic Estadio Azteca. The venue will become the first stadium in history to host three World Cup opening matches.

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World Cup border issues continue as Cannavaro questions security frisk

Iran's World Cup ticket allocation has been cancelled, and 13 delegation members remain without visas, forcing the team to base itself in Mexico. Meanwhile, a Somali referee was turned away, an Iraqi striker was held for seven hours in Chicago, and Senegalese players were body-searched on arrival.

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Host cities in North America ready for biggest World Cup in history

The United States will host roughly 75% of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with 78 of the 104 matches in the entire tournament taking place in 11 host cities.

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Danish footballer Eriksen 'conscious' after collapsing on field

The former Tottenham and Manchester United midfielder went down on the pitch in Odense, Denmark’s third-largest city. According to reports, he remains conscious, and the match has been abandoned

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German Zverev wins his first Grand Slam, beating Italian Cobolli

Zverev’s serve remained on point at crucial moments, and he broke Cobolli at 4–5 in the fourth set to force the tiebreak. He then dominated the fifth set with two breaks and consolidated both.

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Five surprising facts about the historic 2026 World Cup

The 2026 World Cup will be the first with 48 teams, 104 matches and three host nations. With record figures, extreme heat risks and Super Bowl-style spectacle, the North American tournament promises to break the mould.

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Tennis: Mirra Andreeva wins first Grand Slam at French Open

The world No. 8 duly brushed aside Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska, winning in straight sets, 6-3 6-2. Mirra Andreeva - nineteen years old - is the youngest winner since Monica Seles

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Qatari artist designs Pierre Gasly's helmet for Canadian Grand Prix

The design, created through the 2026 Year of Culture partnership involving Qatar, Canada and Mexico, combines symbols from both Qatar and Canada.

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10 iconic moments that shaped World Cup history

The 2026 World Cup kicks off next week in Mexico City, where joint hosts Mexico play South Africa.

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New York mayor Mamdani and Bastian Schweinsteiger unveil World Cup trophy

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani and former Germany captain Bastian Schweinsteiger welcomed the World Cup trophy to New York as part of FIFA's official Trophy Tour ahead of the 2026 tournament.

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Best World Cup 2026 squad announcement videos

From the Beatles to the African savannah, some national federations were inspired and chose even Royals to annouce the final squad lists for the World Cup.

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Iran World Cup squad to head for Mexico via Spain

Iran’s national football team will travel to Spain before heading to its World Cup base in Mexico, despite players still awaiting Mexican and US visas ahead of the 2026 tournament. The 2026 World Cup is being hosted jointly by the United States, Mexico and Canada.

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World Cup: major absentees, forgotten 'giants' and big returners

Once again Italy will be missing from the World Cup but who else won't be playing and which countries are making a long awaited return?

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2026 World Cup shirts: Six strip designs already fit for a museum

From Uruguay’s ancestral armour to Yohji Yamamoto’s shirt for Japan, this summer’s World Cup unveils a range of kits to rival the spectacle on the pitch.

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Liverpool head coach Arne Slot leaves club with immediate effect

Liverpool's ownership said they had "come to the conclusion that change is necessary in order for the club to keep moving forward".

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João Fonseca knocks out Djokovic in Roland Garros third round

The Brazilian marches on after an epic five-hour battle with the Serb, the former world number one. Jannik Sinner is also out of the French Open.

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The Euronews guide to the 2026 World Cup

Taking place from 11 June to 19 July across the US, Canada and Mexico, this summer’s World Cup will be the largest in history – here’s everything that you need to know.

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Qatar exports World Cup know-how as 2026 tournament approaches

As football fans gear up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Qatar is sharing its 2022 experience and knowledge in organising football's top tournament with its North American peers.

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Pep Guardiola to step down after glittering decade at Man City

Guardiola, who had a further year left on his City contract, will take charge of his final game against Aston Villa in the Premier League on Sunday.

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EuroLeague Final Four: European basketball's most successful teams

Greek teams have dominated the EuroLeague Final Four in the modern era.

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FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026 draw made as road to Doha begins

Argentina face Australia and Denmark, Japan take on Colombia and Serbia, and hosts Qatar open against Panama, Egypt and Greece, as the road to Doha's Khalifa International Stadium and U-17 football glory begins.

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