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Enzo Maresca: 'I want us to win, play good football' at Manchester
Enzo Maresca expresses excitement for his third spell at Manchester City, emphasizing winning, good football, and embracing pressure.
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Heatwave may make World Cup matches unsafe this week
A dangerous heatwave is set to hit parts of the US and Canada this week, potentially making some World Cup matches unsafe. Heat indexes could approach the threshold where players' union Fifpro considers conditions too risky for play. Several matches in the last 32 may face extreme heat and humidity.
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New World Cup Format: Great Stories but Little Jeopardy
The expanded 48-team World Cup brought new stories like Cape Verde's historic qualification, but major nations faced little jeopardy. With more goals and surprises, the format's success is debated.
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Canada Qualifies for World Cup Round of 16 for First Time
Canada has qualified for the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time in its history, marking a historic achievement for the national team.
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Canada Qualifies for World Cup Round of 16
Canada has secured a spot in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup. The team advanced following their group stage performance.
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Algeria to Face Switzerland in World Cup Round of 32
Algeria will play Switzerland in the World Cup Round of 32. A poll of over 96,000 votes shows 56% favor Switzerland to advance, while 44% back Algeria.
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Austria to Face Spain in World Cup Round of 32
Austria will play Spain in the World Cup Round of 32. A poll shows 89% of voters favor Spain to advance, while 11% back Austria.
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Jordan and Iran Eliminated from World Cup
Jordan and Iran have been officially eliminated from the FIFA World Cup. The two nations will not advance further in the tournament.
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Algeria and Austria Advance to Knockouts After Draw
Algeria and Austria both secured progression to the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup after sharing the points in their final group match.
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World Cup group stage: Best team, moments, matches and players
BBC reporters pick their standout team, player, match and moment from the 2026 World Cup group stage, highlighting France's dominance and Lionel Messi's brilliance.
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South Africa relishing historic moment | FIFA World Cup 2026
South Africa is embracing a historic opportunity as it prepares for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The nation's excitement reflects its passion for football and the significance of hosting a global event.
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Colombia and Portugal play out goalless draw in Miami
Colombia and Portugal played a 0-0 draw in their final Group K match, with Colombia topping the group and Portugal advancing as runners-up. Both teams had numerous chances but failed to score.
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Algeria and Austria advance to last 32 after dramatic 3-3 draw
Algeria and Austria both scored injury-time goals in a 3-3 draw, securing qualification from Group J into the last 32 of the FIFA World Cup.
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England fans celebrate 2-0 World Cup win over Panama
England fans in New York and at home celebrated a 2-0 victory over Panama, with goals from Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane. The win secured England's top spot in Group L and advanced them to the round of 32.
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DR Congo: England's World Cup Opponents Unpacked
DR Congo face England in the World Cup round of 32, their first knockout appearance since 1974. Under coach Sebastien Desabre, they have transformed into a defensively solid, counter-attacking side, led by captain Chancel Mbemba and striker Yoane Wissa.
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Jude Bellingham scores goal and assist in third World Cup match
Jude Bellingham recorded a goal and an assist in his third World Cup game, bringing his total to three goal contributions in three matches.
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Colombia, Portugal draw 0-0, both advance to World Cup last 32
Colombia and Portugal played to a gripping 0-0 draw, with both teams securing qualification to the World Cup knockout stage.
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Luka Modrić, 40, Provides Assist for Croatia
Luka Modrić, at age 40, delivered an assist for Croatia in a recent match, continuing his enduring impact on the national team.
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Ecuador vs Mexico Set for World Cup Round of 32
Ecuador and Mexico will face off in the World Cup Round of 32. A poll shows 55% favor Mexico, 45% Ecuador, with over 50,000 votes cast.
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Croatia 2-1 Ghana: Sucic and Vlasic secure runners-up spot in Group L
Croatia defeated Ghana 2-1 in their final Group L match, with goals from Petar Sucic and Nikola Vlasic. The win lifted Croatia to second place in the group, setting up a knockout stage clash with the second-placed team from Group K.