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Soccer-Ronaldo heads for sixth World Cup with unfinished business

Soccer-Ronaldo heads for sixth World Cup with unfinished business

By Fernando Kallas June 2 (Reuters) - Cristiano Ronaldo has bent football's record books into so many shapes that another landmark can almost feel routine but a sixth World Cup at 41 would be extraordinary even by his standards.
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Soccer-Qatar seek to move beyond shadow of 2022 disappointment

Soccer-Qatar seek to move beyond shadow of 2022 disappointment

By Hatem Maher CAIRO, June 1 (Reuters) - Qatar will arrive at the World Cup seeking to redefine themselves after a disappointing tournament in 2022 when they became the first host nation to lose all three group matches despite heavy investment and lofty expectations.
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Soccer-Portugal carry hot streak and baggage into Ronaldo's sixth World Cup

Soccer-Portugal carry hot streak and baggage into Ronaldo's sixth World Cup

By Fernando Kallas June 2 (Reuters) - Portugal will roll into the World Cup with Cristiano Ronaldo still grabbing the spotlight, a midfield glittering like a jeweller's window and a familiar question lurking behind all the sparkle: Is this finally the year they stop underachieving?
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Soccer-With legacy intact, 'liberated' Messi can enjoy last hurrah

Soccer-With legacy intact, 'liberated' Messi can enjoy last hurrah

By Andrew Cawthorne June 2 (Reuters) - When a euphoric Lionel Messi lifted the World Cup at the Lusail Stadium in Qatar at around 9 p.m. on December 18, 2022, he finally had nothing left to prove.
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Every Tottenham player at this summer’s World Cup

Every Tottenham player at this summer’s World Cup

A list of every Spurs player (and former Spurs player) to root for this summer.
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Soccer-Belgium's new generation no longer bear burden of expectation at World Cup

Soccer-Belgium's new generation no longer bear burden of expectation at World Cup

By Mark Gleeson June 2 (Reuters) - For a decade, Belgium's 'golden generation' offered the promise of a major title without any return but now that a new-look squad have shaken off the past's burden of expectation, they could prove World Cup spoilers.
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The World Cup Underdog Story Hockey Fans Will Recognize

The World Cup Underdog Story Hockey Fans Will Recognize

Morocco's stunning run in the 2022 World Cup had all the hallmarks of a legendary upset that American hockey fans know all too well: the 1980 'Miracle on Ice'.
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Soccer-Arnold undaunted as Iraq face tough assignment on World Cup return

Soccer-Arnold undaunted as Iraq face tough assignment on World Cup return

By Michael Church June 2 (Reuters) - Iraq return to the World Cup for the first time since making their debut 40 years ago, having taken a lengthy route to the finals under a coach who is no stranger to the tournament.
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Flight 1978 and Messi’s No 10: Argentina’s arrival in US doubles as tribute to its World Cup success

Flight 1978 and Messi’s No 10: Argentina’s arrival in US doubles as tribute to its World Cup success

Argentina has arrived in Kansas City, Missouri, to prepare for its World Cup title defense
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World Cup 2026: Key Players to Watch and Their Impact on the Tournament

World Cup 2026: Key Players to Watch and Their Impact on the Tournament

World Cup 2026: Key Players to Watch and Their Impact on the Tournament
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SB Nation’s Guide to the World Cup

SB Nation’s Guide to the World Cup

Get ready for the World Cup!
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Which Juventus players will compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

Which Juventus players will compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

What will Juventus’ group of players at the World Cup be up to this summer?