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/ 34 days agoMoises Caicedo in the starting XI: Confirmed lineups for Ivory Coast vs Ecuador in 2026 World Cup Group E match
Ivory Coast and Ecuador are clashing in the 2026 World Cup for their opener in Group E, with fans questioning the presence of star Moises Caicedo in the game.
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/ 34 days agoIvory Coast vs Ecuador: Who will be the referee for the 2026 World Cup Group E match?
Ivory Coast and Ecuador will be clashing for Matchday 1 of Group E, with Francois Letexier assigned as the referee for the 2026 World Cup match.
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/ 37 days agoGuillermo Ochoa reflects on making World Cup history alongside Ronaldo and Messi: ‘It’s something difficult to imagine’
Guillermo Ochoa reflected on joining Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi as the only players in soccer history to make six World Cup rosters: "It's something difficult to imagine."
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/ 37 days agoLionel Messi’s Argentina remains atop the final FIFA ranking before 2026 World Cup: Where does Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal sit?
Lionel Messi's Argentina captured the No. 1 spot in the final FIFA rankings' update ahead of the 2026 World Cup, leaving fans wondering exactly where Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal lands heading into the tournament.
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/ 37 days agoMost red cards in World Cup history: Which match holds the record?
The World Cup is the ultimate pressure cooker, where soaring emotions and frayed nerves frequently lead to costly red cards.
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/ 37 days agoWhy does Raul Jimenez wear a headband? The story behind the Mexico star’s signature accessory
Being Mexico's star in the 2026 World Cup, Raul Jimenez keeps using his headband after his traumatic episode.
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/ 37 days agoVideo: Julian Quinones scores first 2026 World Cup goal for Mexico against South Africa
In the Mexico vs. South Africa game, Julian Quinones scored the first goal of the 2026 World Cup edition.
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/ 37 days agoWho is EJAE, the K-pop artist singing alongside Andrea Bocelli on FIFA’s official World Cup song?
Prior to the kickoff of the 2026 World Cup game between Mexico and South Africa, Andrea Bocelli took the stage with K-pop artist EJAE.
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/ 37 days agoWhy isn’t Edson Alvarez playing for Mexico in 2026 World Cup opening game against South Africa?
With the official lineups released for the opening game of the 2026 World Cup between Mexico and South Africa, Edson Alvarez's absence in the starting XI raised questions among the fans
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/ 37 days agoWhat was the first song performed at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony?
The 2026 World Cup is kicking off, with Mana being the first band to make the crowd move with the first song in the opening ceremony.
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/ 37 days agoEstadio Azteca capacity: How many fans will attend Mexico vs South Africa 2026 World Cup opener?
Mexico and South Africa will kick off the 2026 World Cup at the historic Estadio Azteca, where a massive capacity crowd is expected to pack the stands.
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/ 37 days agoHow many substitutions are allowed at the 2026 World Cup? The new 10-second rule explained
The 2026 World Cup will feature several key changes to substitution protocols, highlighted by a strict new 10-second rule enforced on players exiting the pitch.
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/ 37 days ago2026 World Cup cooling breaks: How long are they and when do they happen?
Under new guidelines mandated by FIFA, the 2026 World Cup will feature mandatory cooling breaks that adhere to a strict timeline and duration.
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/ 38 days agoPortugal boss Martinez explains Cristiano Ronaldo and Nuno Mendes workload management ahead of World Cup
After Cristiano Ronaldo and Nuno Mendes got subbed off in the game against Nigeria, Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez addressed the workload management plan both stars had ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
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/ 38 days agoLionel Messi and a special reunion in Argentina vs Iceland: Who is Daniel Gudjohnsen?
In the friendly game between Argentina and Iceland, Lionel Messi had a warm reunion with Daniel Gudjohnsen.