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'There's a World Cup happening?' Are Americans excited about the tournament?
With the World Cup under way, how excited are people across the United States - and do they even know it's on?
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From near death to World Cup hero - Jimenez's tears for Mexico
From nearly dying on the pitch to scoring for Mexico at the World Cup - Raul Jimenez has completed a remarkable comeback.
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McTominay travels separately in Boston as precaution
Key midfielder Scott McTominay travelled with a doctor as a precaution prior to Scotland's World Cup opener.
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Three red cards - are referees getting tough at this World Cup?
Three players were sent off in the World Cup opener as Mexico beat South Africa 2-0. Are we about to see a World Cup littered with red cards?
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Why are footballers wearing pink boots at the World Cup?
The opening match of the 2026 World Cup was dominated by players wearing pink boots - but why is the colour so prevalent in football at the moment?
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Three red cards shown as Mexico beat South Africa in World Cup opener
Three players are sent off as World Cup co-hosts Mexico defeat South Africa in a dramatic opening match at a packed Azteca Stadium.
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The parents whose boys play in two World Cup teams
Jack and Heather Souttar are heading to the USA to support their sons, who play for Scotland and Australia.
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Three red cards shown in opening game of World Cup
Referee Wilton Pereira Sampaio shows red cards to South Africa's Yaya Sithole and Themba Zwane as well as Mexico's Cesar Montes during the opening match of the 2026 World...
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Shakira among the performers at World Cup opening ceremony
Shakira was among the performers during the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup at the Mexico City Stadium ahead of the opening game between Mexico and South Africa.
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Quinones scores opening goal of 2026 World Cup
Mexico's Julian Quinones scores the opening goal of the 2026 World Cup against South Africa at Mexico City Stadium.
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THREE red cards as Mexico get World Cup started with win over South Africa
Mexico got their joint-home World Cup off to the perfect start with a 2-0 opening match win over nine-man South Africa - in a game that had THREE red cards.
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Newcastle's Hall keen on Man Utd switch - Friday's gossip
Manchester United keen on wantaway Newcastle left-back Lewis Hall, Spanish giants close in on Bernardo Silva, Real Madrid target Manchester City's Josko Gvardiol.
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Trippier could cancel Wolves move after Edwards sacking
Kieran Trippier is considering ripping up his contract with Wolves following the sacking of Rob Edwards.
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Hapoel Tel Aviv wins Game 3 and secures a spot in the Israeli Finals
Following a decision made today by the league, the Euroleague team finished the job in the third game.
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London Stadium and West Ham women's team not aware of Sullivan contact ban
The owner of West Ham United's home has raised concerns it was not told about safeguarding restrictions.
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Barcelona survives Patty Mills and delivers at the Palau
Despite the 36 points from the Australian, the Blaugranas defeated La Laguna Tenerife and secured a 2-0 lead in the Semifinals.
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Olimpia Milano dominates Venice to take 1-0 lead in the Finals
Olimpia Milano made the first step toward winning the Italian championship.
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World Cup kicks off in Mexico with Shakira, local performers and vibrant fans
A star-studded opening ceremony featured artists from the World Cup's official soundtrack.
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Real Madrid reappoint Jose Mourinho on three-year deal
Real Madrid have confirmed the re-appointment of Jose Mourinho as head coach.
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Mourinho returns! Real Madrid confirm Jose's re-appointment
Real Madrid have confirmed the re-appointment of Jose Mourinho as first team coach.
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