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Gaza residents find brief escape in World Cup opener

Palestinian Territories residents gathered in tents, cafes and makeshift community spaces on 11 June to watch the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, seeking a brief escape from the hardships of war.

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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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Watch fan reactions as Mexico beat South Africa 2–0 in the World Cup opener

Mexico launched its World Cup campaign with a 2-0 victory over South Africa on 11 June. The result triggered celebrations across Mexico City while South African supporters voiced concern over their team's performance and tactics.

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Mexico: Tight security and protests surround 2026 World Cup opener

Protesters gathered near Mexico City's World Cup opener on 11 June, while thousands of fans headed to the stadium. Brief clashes broke out as demonstrators approached security cordons around the stadium.

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Mexico fans celebrate World Cup win over South Africa

Mexican fans erupted in celebration after the national team defeated South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup, with supporters gathering in fan zones and outside Mexico City Stadium to mark the victory.

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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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Fans descend on Mexico City Stadium ahead of World Cup kickoff

Fans gathered outside Mexico City Stadium and at public viewing areas ahead of the opening match of the 2026 World Cup.

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Somali referee denied entry to US to officiate UEFA Super Cup final

The Super Cup final sees the winners of the Champions League face off against the holders of the Europa League. It is set to take place on 12 August at Stadion Salzburg in Austria.

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Everything you need to know as the World Cup kicks off

According to FIFA, 2.9 billion people worldwide watched the 2022 World Cup in Qatar on linear TV, with 2.7 billion also streaming the tournament.

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Airbnb is giving away World Cup tickets with some match-day bookings

With the largest football event kicking off today, fans in the US, Mexico and Canada will be able to secure their seats without spending a dime by booking stays in one of the 16 host cities.

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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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2026 World Cup could earn Portugal up to €945 million

Despite not hosting a single match, Portugal could see nearly €1 billion in economic benefits from a World Cup increasingly driven by digital engagement and consumer spending, according to a new study.

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World Cup: Has Trump already ruined the vibes? MEPs debate in The Ring

The World Cup is on, the single biggest sport event of the year, followed by millions of people around the world. So far, the vibes are strangely subdued. Ticket sales and hotel bookings are below expectations and immigration issues are making headlines - especially in the US.

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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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Marktweg in The Hague becomes iconic orange street for World Cup

Residents of Marktweg in The Hague have once again transformed their street into a sea of orange ahead of the FIFA World Cup, continuing a popular local tradition that has become a symbol of community spirit and support for the national team.

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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 2026: The analysts who called it twice have a new winner

Canadian investment research firm BCA Research has applied the same statistical rigour it uses to analyse global markets to predict the outcome of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which kicks off on Thursday in Mexico City.

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What is an ICD, the device that saved footballer Christian Eriksen?

For the second time in his career, Danish footballer Christian Eriksen collapsed on the pitch. Here is how his implantable cardioverter defibrillator works.