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Injured Mitoma fails to make Japan's World Cup squad

Injured Kaoru Mitoma was left out of Japan's World Cup squad on Friday in a major blow to their chances of progressing beyond the last 16 for the first time.He also played a key role in his country's shock wins over Germany and Spain at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, where Japan eventually los

'Haven’t captained in ODIs': Jasprit Bumrah makes major admission before 2027 World Cup after MI win vs PBKS

Jasprit Bumrah led Mumbai Indians to a much-needed win against Punjab Kings on Thursday.

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The World Cup has an official song with Shakira and Burna Boy combining for 'Dai Dai'

The World Cup — officially — has an official song. Shakira and Nigerian singer-songwriter Burna Boy have combined to release “Dai Dai,” FIFA said in a statement Friday. “Dai Dai brings together the global sounds and energy of Shakira and Burna Boy in a vibrant celebration of football, culture and

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Football: 2026 World Cup stadium guide

From iconic soccer cathedrals to modern state-of-the-art stadiums more accustomed to hosting American football, the 2026 World Cup will be played at 16 venues across the United States, Mexico and Canada.MEXICO Mexico City - Estadio Azteca Capacity: 83,000 One of the most iconic venues in World Cup h

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Can World Cup fuel North America's soccer boom?

Long considered soccer's last great unconquered market, North America has embraced the beautiful game to a stunning degree over the past few decades -- and the upcoming World Cup could accelerate that boom.- 'Next generation' - The roots of soccer's rise can arguably be traced back t

Barcelona star’s 2026 World Cup snub “not due to sporting reasons”

This summer, many Barcelona players will be heading to North America with their respective national teams for the 2026 World Cup, but one of them won’t be Roony Bardghji. The 20-year-old, who has be...

FIFA urged to take action regarding 'heat risks' ahead of World Cup

FIFA has been urged to take action for the sake of 'player welfare' ahead of this summer's World Cup in North America, amidst serious concerns regarding potential 'heat risks'

Madonna, Shakira, BTS to headline first World Cup final halftime show

Madonna, Shakira and K-pop megastars BTS will headline a Super Bowl-style halftime show at the World Cup final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, FIFA said Thursday.A halftime show was trialed at last year's FIFA Club World Cup final, also at MetLife Stadium.

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