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Soccer-Veteran Dzeko the talisman for Bosnia's new generation

Soccer-Veteran Dzeko the talisman for Bosnia's new generation

By Martyn Herman June 1, (Reuters) - Edin Dzeko was already establishing himself as one of Europe's most lethal strikers before Kerim Alajbegovic was even born, but the cross-generational talents will join forces to fuel Bosnia & Herzegovina's hopes at this year's World Cup.
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Soccer-Goals dry up for South Korea's favourite Son ahead of World Cup

Soccer-Goals dry up for South Korea's favourite Son ahead of World Cup

By Peter Rutherford SEOUL, June 1 (Reuters) - South Korean fans have long wondered who will provide the goals when Son Heung-min hangs up his boots, but if the 33-year-old striker's scoring slump continues heading into the World Cup some may feel now is the time to let someone else lead the line.
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Soccer-Ochoa remains Mexico's talisman as coach Aguirre balances generations

Soccer-Ochoa remains Mexico's talisman as coach Aguirre balances generations

By Angelica Medina MEXICO CITY, June 1 (Reuters) - Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa has spent two decades turning World Cups into personal theatre but the veteran has now become something more complicated - not just a member of the squad but a symbol of a team caught between nostalgia and renewal.
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South African World Cup Team Faces Delays Due to Visa Issues

South African World Cup Team Faces Delays Due to Visa Issues

South African World Cup Team Faces Delays Due to Visa Issues
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Soccer-South Korea's Son scores brace in 5-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago

Soccer-South Korea's Son scores brace in 5-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago

May 31 (Reuters) - Son Heung-min answered questions about his form in convincing fashion on Saturday, netting twice as South Korea thrashed Trinidad and Tobago 5-0 in a World Cup warm-up friendly.
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5 Moments That Show How the Men’s World Cup Became a Global Event

5 Moments That Show How the Men’s World Cup Became a Global Event

From Pelé's debut in 1958 to the tournament's arrival in Africa, explore five key moments that made the men's World Cup a global spectacle.
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5 Nations That Rewrote Their Place in Men’s World Cup History

5 Nations That Rewrote Their Place in Men’s World Cup History

From underdog runs to historic semifinals, these five nations defied expectations and forever changed their legacy on the World Cup stage.
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Mexico Coach Javier Aguirre Revamps Squad for World Cup Redemption

Mexico Coach Javier Aguirre Revamps Squad for World Cup Redemption

Mexico Coach Javier Aguirre Revamps Squad for World Cup Redemption
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Soccer-US defender Richards in race to be fit for World Cup after ankle injury

Soccer-US defender Richards in race to be fit for World Cup after ankle injury

May 31 (Reuters) - Chris Richards' hopes of playing for the United States in the World Cup on home soil hang in the balance because of an ankle injury, with coach Mauricio Pochettino leaving the defender out of the squad for a warm-up friendly against Senegal on Sunday.
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2026 World Cup: Group A Preview

2026 World Cup: Group A Preview

The prep for the biggest soccer tournament ever begins with Group A.
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2026 World Cup Group A preview: Mexico’s journey starts here

2026 World Cup Group A preview: Mexico’s journey starts here

Mexico, Korea Republic, South Africa and Czechia are all ready to battle it out in Group A of the 2026 World Cup.
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FIFA World Cup 2026: 10 biggest games of the group stage

FIFA World Cup 2026: 10 biggest games of the group stage

All three host nations have spotlight matches in the opening stage.