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Argentina’s World Cup title defence: Odds and expectations of Lionel Messi going back-to-back

The memory of what happened three-and-a-half years ago in Qatar is still fresh in the minds of Argentina’s players as they prepare to defend their World Cup at the 2026 tournament in the USA, Canada a...

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World Cup 2026 Group J guide: Favourites Argentina begin title defence as Jordan debut

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Is Lionel Messi playing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

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Exclusive | Bhaichung Bhutia drops bold prediction on Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo impact at FIFA World Cup 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 in record sixth appearances for Portugal and Argentina, respectively.

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Top 5 Goalkeepers to watch out for at the FIFA World Cup 2026

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FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony: Livestreaming, timings, performers, and all you need to know

USMNT defender 'ready to go' for World Cup

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'I'm Ready': Chris Richards' World Cup Return Is A Major Boon For USA's Leaky Defense

Chris Richards — the United States World Cup team's top defender — was anything other than 100 percent ahead of the Americans tournament opener up the coast at Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood on Frid...

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US defender Chris Richards says he's ready for World Cup opener

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US defender Chris Richards says he's ready and eager for World Cup opener after ankle injury

World Cup begins, Atlanta city leaders say safety comes 1st

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We asked 18 KC leaders how World Cup is safe with rally shooters free. What they said

Kansas City is set to present itself to the world as a destination with the FIFA World Cup ( Shop Fan Gear) celebrations starting this week.

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World Cup begins, Atlanta city leaders say safety comes first

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Atlanta leaders provide safety plan for city ahead of World Cup madness

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Bold billboards urge safe sex ahead of FIFA World Cup in Atlanta

As Atlanta prepares for an influx of World Cup fans, a new ad campaign is turning heads with playful billboards promoting condom use and STI/STD awareness.

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PHOTOS: Atlanta gets ready for its World Cup close-up

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Atlanta leaders detail security protocols for World Cup

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From Spanish wonderkid to Norwegian goal machine: The next generation of World Cup stars

We’re just days away from the start of the World Cup featuring the biggest names in global soccer.

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World Cup starts today. See schedule, how to watch, stream in Alabama

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How to Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 Live: Every Official Streaming Platform & Free Ways to Watch

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How & Where to Watch the FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony: Time, Location, Live Streaming and TV Channels

The 2026 World Cup starts today with a special and fresh opening ceremony unlike any in the tournament’s history.

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FIFA World Cup prize money & payout breakdown for 2026 tournament

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How to Watch the World Cup Opening Ceremony

The very first one happens before Mexico plays South Africa, at 1:30 p.m. ET on Thursday.

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How to live stream World Cup 2026

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How to Watch the 2026 World Cup Opening Ceremony and Game Schedule

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Drones, cyberattacks, ICE: Inside World Cup security for 2026 tournament

The biggest sporting event in U.S. history starts Thursday. Here's how U.S. authorities plan to keep it safe from drones, cyberattacks and more.

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Back 3 or Back 4? 2022 World Cup USMNT Player Explains The Difference

Walker Zimmerman explains the difference between a back three and a back four — and how it impacts the USA at the World Cup.

Argentina’s World Cup title defense draws a frenzy in Kansas City as Messi nurses a hamstring strain

Turns out that reigning World Cup champion Argentina draws quite a crowd no matter where it goes. Whether it be fans surrounding the team’s upscale hotel near downtown Kansas City,

World Cup Fantasy: The best attacking and defensive differentials for the group stage

Holly Shand runs the rules over the leftfield picks that can make a difference to your World Cup Fantasy team's fortunes

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Ranking all 48 nations at the 2026 World Cup, from worst to first

48 countries will compete at the World Cup this summer. Here's the ranking of them, from the worst to the favorites to win it all.