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Soccer-Socceroos Herrington and Geria out to make most of first World Cup call-ups

Soccer-Socceroos Herrington and Geria out to make most of first World Cup call-ups

By Nathan Frandino OAKLAND, California, June 3 (Reuters) - Lucas Herrington and Jason Geria were born 14 years apart and have taken very different journeys to the World Cup, but both are determined to put their best foot forward after making the cut for the Australia squad.
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The 2026 World Cup will be part of a sports-filled summer

The 2026 World Cup will be part of a sports-filled summer

During the World Cup, fans will also be able to take in some of the other sports that North America has to offer.
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Soccer-The perfect pitch is the goal for World Cup grass growers

Soccer-The perfect pitch is the goal for World Cup grass growers

By Ed White WINNIPEG, Manitoba, June 4 (Reuters) - When billions of fans tune in to the 2026 World Cup, they will be witnessing the culmination of a global grass-growing mission that has scientists, farmers and turf specialists sweating as much as the players.
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The 1998 Win Over the U.S. Still Defines Iran’s Run

The 1998 Win Over the U.S. Still Defines Iran’s Run

Iran's national football team has been a consistent participant in the FIFA World Cup, showcasing their talent on the global stage. Despite their r...
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2026 World Cup will have record number of MLS players. See the list.

2026 World Cup will have record number of MLS players. See the list.

Major League Soccer will be represented by a league-record 44 players when Canada, Mexico and the United States co-host the 2026 World Cup.
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Soccer-US face defining World Cup on home soil

Soccer-US face defining World Cup on home soil

By Rory Carroll LOS ANGELES, June 1 (Reuters) - The United States head into the World Cup facing perhaps higher stakes than any other team, with a deep run likely to accelerate the sport's growth in the country and an early exit from a favourable group threatening to stall years of progress. 
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After escaping the Taliban and years in exile, the Afghan women's soccer team rises again

After escaping the Taliban and years in exile, the Afghan women's soccer team rises again

Fatima Yousufi and Mona Amini escaped the Taliban and found refuge in Australia with dreams of playing international soccer
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Benjamin Cremaschi's Permanent Transfer to Parma from Inter Miami Finalized

Benjamin Cremaschi's Permanent Transfer to Parma from Inter Miami Finalized

Benjamin Cremaschi's Permanent Transfer to Parma from Inter Miami Finalized
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Arda Güler Played 30 Minutes in Türkiye’s Warm-up Win vs. North Macedonia

Arda Güler Played 30 Minutes in Türkiye’s Warm-up Win vs. North Macedonia

4-0 thumping in Istanbul
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Soccer-Turkey's new generation eyes World Cup impact after 24-year absence

Soccer-Turkey's new generation eyes World Cup impact after 24-year absence

By Ece Toksabay ISTANBUL, June 1 (Reuters) - Turkey return to the World Cup for the first time in 24 years buoyed up by gifted young players -- including Real Madrid midfielder Arda Guler -- and by memories of their run to the 2002 semi-finals, but doubts over consistency and big-match temperament
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Australia's World Cup Squad Includes Italy Youth International Volpato

Australia's World Cup Squad Includes Italy Youth International Volpato

Australia's World Cup Squad Includes Italy Youth International Volpato
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Fans Engage with Interactive Predictions for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Fans Engage with Interactive Predictions for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Fans Engage with Interactive Predictions for 2026 FIFA World Cup