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Big comeback for South Korea in opening game vs. Czechia
Midfielder Hwang In-Beom emerged as the hero on Thursday night at Guadalajara Stadium. With a spectacular goal and a clutch assist, he led the comeback that saw South…
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From the Hills in Peru to the World Cup in Mexico City
Just a few months ago, he was broadcasting a Copa Libertadores Final from the top of a hill. Today, Cliver Huamán, better known on social media as “Pol…
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NY/NJ FIFA Fan Festival begins at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Queens, New York
The World Cup kicked off on Thursday, and fan festivals across the United States began welcoming fans from across the world. For those from or visiting the New…
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James Rodríguez and Luis Díaz are fueling Colombia’s hopes in Mexico as the country looks ahead to the 2026 World Cup
The Colombian national team has already begun to get a taste of the 2026 FIFA World Cup atmosphere, doing so with a practice session that sparked enthusiasm among…
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Ronald Araujo puts Uruguay on alert: Bielsa seeks solutions
The Uruguayan national team faces an unexpected concern just days before its debut at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ronald Araujo’s injury has set off alarm bells in…
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Mexico kicks off the 2026 World Cup with a spectacular ceremony brimming with tradition, music, and color
The wait is over. After years of preparation and anticipation, Mexico once again took center stage on the world stage by officially kicking off the 2026 FIFA World…
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Madness at the Azteca! Mexico kicks off the World Cup with a win
The Mexican national team sent the 80,824 fans at the legendary Azteca Stadium into a frenzy after defeating South Africa 2-0 in the thrilling opening match of the…
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Chicharito’s Ascent: From the Pitch to World Cup Analyst and Brand Ambassador
After 52 goals for El Tri and a career across Europe’s elite clubs, Mexico’s all-time leading scorer will be a headline analyst for the 2026 World Cup. Mexico’s…
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Group A Preview: Hosts Mexico are favorites to win World Cup group
Hosts Mexico open up World Cup play against South Africa at the Estadio Azteca on Thursday in a rematch of the 2010 World Cup opener. Later that night,…
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Mexico vs. South Africa: Estadio Azteca is gearing up to write a new chapter
The wait is over. After years of preparation, anticipation, and excitement, the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ will officially kick off on Thursday, June 11, with a match that…
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Turkey Begins Its World Cup Journey Backed by Its Passionate Fans
Excitement for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is already prominent across North America. The Turkish national team has officially begun its training camp on U.S. soil, making it…
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The FIFA Museum Presented by Hyundai Launches ‘Legacies of Champions’ at Rockefeller Center Ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™
Hyundai Motor Company and the FIFA Museum officially launched the “Legacies of Champions” fan experience at Rockefeller Center on Monday, welcoming FIFA executives, football legends, and invited media…
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The World Cup in Mexico Through the Lens of Annie Leibovitz
With just a few days to go before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the National Museum of Anthropology and History in Mexico City opened its…
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Alarm bells are ringing for Spain
The Spanish national team will face its final test before the start of the World Cup without one of its key players. Lamine Yamal will not travel to…
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Brazil loses Wesley just days before the World Cup
With less than a week to go before their World Cup opener against Morocco, the Brazilian national team has had to make an emergency change to its roster.…
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Germany defeats USMNT in sold-out Chicago friendly
With just a few days to go before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the German national team continued its top form after defeating the United…
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Shakira and Burna Boy will headline the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City
The countdown to the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ is entering its final stretch, and the opening ceremony in Mexico City continues to add elements to…
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FIFA unveils the official 2026 World Cup album: stars headline the soundtrack
FIFA officially unveiled the official album for the 2026 FIFA World Cup™, bringing together some of the biggest names in the global music industry to accompany the largest…