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Thursday Cannon Fodder: World Cup
The World Cup starts a week from today, but you could be forgiven if you hadn’t realized. Maybe it’s just my online circles, filters, and algorithms, but it feels as if this has been the least-hyped World Cup of my lifetime. I’ve got some theories as to why that may be. The expanded format has […]
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How Low Expectations Become a World Cup Weapon
Underdog teams often overperform at the World Cup. This isn't just luck—it's a psychological weapon forged by low expectations.
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World Cup 2026: Are you a fan of the 48-team World Cup format or not? Debate the pros and cons
Time to talk changes.
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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.
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How Jeonju World Cup Stadium Built Its Sporting Legacy
Jeonju World Cup Stadium stands as a significant landmark in Jeonju, South Korea, with a rich history tied to the 2002 FIFA World Cup. Constructed ...
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The 1994 Group That Tested Germany, Spain, and South Korea
The 1994 FIFA World Cup, held in the United States, featured six groups of four teams each. Group C was particularly intriguing, comprising defendi...
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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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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-Saudi Arabia's World Cup hopes clouded by late coaching change
By Hatem Maher CAIRO, June 2 (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia head to the World Cup facing renewed questions after sacking Herve Renard, the coach who engineered one of the greatest upsets in tournament history by leading them to victory over eventual champions Argentina four years ago.
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USMNT midweek viewing guide: The friendliest week
Follow along with all the USMNT action this week.
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Soccer-Senegal offer Africa shot at World Cup glory
By Mark Gleeson June 2 (Reuters) - Senegal might have been stripped of their African title but they offer the continent its best hope of success at the World Cup.
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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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