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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?
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Soccer-Four-time winners Germany out to restore tarnished reputation

Soccer-Four-time winners Germany out to restore tarnished reputation

By Karolos Grohmann BERLIN, June 1 (Reuters) - Germany have set their sights firmly on a fifth World Cup trophy but not many at home share coach Julian Nagelsmann's optimism.
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Johan Vazquez's Header Secures Mexico's Victory Over Australia in World Cup Warm-Up

Johan Vazquez's Header Secures Mexico's Victory Over Australia in World Cup Warm-Up

Johan Vazquez's Header Secures Mexico's Victory Over Australia in World Cup Warm-Up
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Soccer-Australia coach says 'fearless' Socceroos ready for World Cup

Soccer-Australia coach says 'fearless' Socceroos ready for World Cup

By Ian Ransom MELBOURNE, June 1 (Reuters) - Australia coach Tony Popovic said his young World Cup squad is better than the Socceroos' 2022 line-up and should have high expectations heading into the tournament in North America.
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The Hidden Weaknesses That Can Break World Cup Giants

The Hidden Weaknesses That Can Break World Cup Giants

Every World Cup has its favorites, but even the strongest teams have fatal flaws. Here are the hidden weaknesses that can undo a soccer giant.
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5 Red Cards That Changed Men’s World Cup Reputations

5 Red Cards That Changed Men’s World Cup Reputations

From Zidane's headbutt to Beckham's backlash, we explore five infamous World Cup red cards that permanently altered the legacies of soccer legends.
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Soccer-Haiti end 52-year World Cup wait and aim to lift nation in turmoil

Soccer-Haiti end 52-year World Cup wait and aim to lift nation in turmoil

By Joe Brock LOS ANGELES, June 1 (Reuters) - Haiti return to the World Cup after a 52-year absence, having played all their qualifiers at neutral grounds due to gang violence at home and facing long odds in a group featuring five-times champions Brazil, Morocco and Scotland.
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The World Cup Pattern That Makes Champions Look Vulnerable

The World Cup Pattern That Makes Champions Look Vulnerable

Exploring the 'champion's curse'—the surprising and dramatic trend of defending World Cup winners failing spectacularly four years later.
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5 Steps That Turn a World Cup Underdog Into a Threat

5 Steps That Turn a World Cup Underdog Into a Threat

Discover the five key ingredients, from tactical discipline to star power, that allow underdog nations to defy the odds at the FIFA World Cup.
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2026 World Cup Group D preview: USMNT embarks on historic journey

2026 World Cup Group D preview: USMNT embarks on historic journey

Arguably the most important group stage in USMNT history.
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Soccer-Volpato makes late switch from Italy to Australia ahead of World Cup

Soccer-Volpato makes late switch from Italy to Australia ahead of World Cup

SYDNEY, May 29 (Reuters) - Former Italy under-20 international Cristian Volpato has decided to represent Australia and will join the Socceroos' training camp in Los Angeles ahead of the World Cup, Football Australia said on Friday.
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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.