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Soccer-Iran to play World Cup warm-up behind closed doors, head to Mexico on Saturday

Soccer-Iran to play World Cup warm-up behind closed doors, head to Mexico on Saturday

June 3 (Reuters) - Iran will play their final World Cup warm-up behind closed doors in Turkey on Thursday before departing for their tournament base in Mexico on Saturday, the Iranian FA (FFIRI) said on Wednesday.

Soccer-Amid disruption of war, Iran's aging squad eye World Cup progress

Soccer-Amid disruption of war, Iran's aging squad eye World Cup progress

By Michael Church June 2 (Reuters) - The build-up to Iran's fourth straight World Cup appearance has been heavily disrupted by the conflict with the United States and Israel, leaving coach Amir Ghalenoei little time to raise fitness levels and develop match sharpness in his aging squad.

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal are all going to the World Cup after injury scares

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal are all going to the World Cup after injury scares

Injuries to some of soccer’s star players, including Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal, sparked concern ahead of the World Cup

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.

Soccer-Casemiro says not being favourites at World Cup will keep Brazil on their toes

Soccer-Casemiro says not being favourites at World Cup will keep Brazil on their toes

June 3 (Reuters) - Brazil midfielder Casemiro believes being a "step behind" other World Cup favourites could actually work in the team's favour when the tournament kicks off next week.

Soccer-Argentina seek to emulate Italy and Brazil as back-to-back champions

Soccer-Argentina seek to emulate Italy and Brazil as back-to-back champions

By Andrew Cawthorne June 2 (Reuters) - Dripping talent and forged by success, Argentina aim to become the first men's team to retain the World Cup since Brazil in 1962 and the only nation to do so entirely outside their own region.

Soccer-Egypt chase first World Cup win with Salah still key

Soccer-Egypt chase first World Cup win with Salah still key

By Hatem Maher CAIRO, June 2 (Reuters) - When Egypt's all-time leading scorer Hossam Hassan headed the winner against Algeria to send his country to the 1990 World Cup, frenzied celebrations erupted across the soccer-mad nation.

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?

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.

Iran finalizes World Cup squad with 17 home-based players and no Azmoun

Iran finalizes World Cup squad with 17 home-based players and no Azmoun

Iran has finalized a 26-man World Cup squad to play in the United States this month

USMNT midweek viewing guide: The friendliest week

USMNT midweek viewing guide: The friendliest week

Follow along with all the USMNT action this week.

Iran Excludes Sardar Azmoun from World Cup Roster Amid Controversy

Iran Excludes Sardar Azmoun from World Cup Roster Amid Controversy

Iran Excludes Sardar Azmoun from World Cup Roster Amid Controversy