FIFA World Cup 2026
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Brazil enter the fray at the World Cup with Morocco in their sights
Five-time winners Brazil roll into the World Cup on Saturday when they play surprise 2022 semifinalists Morocco in a standout group-stage matchup.
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An Astronaut, movie stars and a knight: US brings glitz for WC opener
The stands were a who’s who of famous folk in the world’s entertainment capital, with legends like Tom Cruise, Leonardo DiCaprio and George Lucas.
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US beat Paraguay 4-1 in dream start for World Cup co-hosts
Tom Cruise, Leonardo DiCaprio and Paris Hilton were among a sold-out 70 492 crowd as the US piled wave after wave of attacks on the South Americans.
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World Cup weekend viewing guide: seven matches across three countries
Here are the fixtures for this weekends FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, being played in the USA, Mexico and Canada.
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Red cards and low ranking: Bafana’s qualification odds plummet
Bafana Bafana’s World Cup hopes hang by thread after Mexico defeat. Low FIFA ranking and disciplinary chaos threaten early exit.
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Police, protesters clash outside maiden World Cup match in Mexico
Protesters clashed with police outside the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City as South Africa and Mexico played the first match of the World Cup
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Drones, lone wolves, rowdy fans: US security officials ready for World Cup
Security is ramped up across US host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with officials monitoring drone threats and crowd safety.
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USA play first World Cup finals game on home soil since 1994
The US faces Paraguay in their World Cup opener, aiming for victory amid high expectations and hometown pressure.
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Shakira dazzles amid carnage outside Estadio Azteca
Shakira’s spectacular World Cup performance contrasts sharply with violent clashes between protesters, fans and police outside Estadio Azteca.
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Nine-man Bafana Bafana crumble to Mexico in World Cup opener marred by double red card
South Africa lost 2-0 to Mexico in their World Cup opener, facing two red cards and leaving their progression uncertain.
