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World Cup Preparations Advance with Squads and Fan Measures

As the World Cup approaches, national teams are finalizing their squads and making key player decisions, while host nations and participating countries address fan logistics and travel arrangements.

18 May, 20:42 — 19 May, 09:34
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APVery High13h ago

Brazilian artisan crafts replica World Cup trophies to the joy of locals and celebrities alike - AP News

Brazilian artisan crafts replica World Cup trophies to the joy of locals and celebrities alike  AP News

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BBCHigh4h ago

Did England 'fake relationships' cost team 2006 World Cup glory?

Former England players and coaching staff reflect on whether intense Premier League rivalries may have undermined the so-called Golden Generation at the 2006 World Cup.

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NYTMostly Factual9h ago

Dallas World Cup Mural: Artist Wyland Says Beloved Whale Artwork Was Painted Over

The artwork’s removal ahead of the World Cup has ignited a backlash over public art and what cities are willing to sacrifice for global events.

By Jesus Jiménez

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France 24High12h ago

World Cup 2026: Brazilian star Neymar makes his big return to the Seleção

Brazil superstar Neymar was handed a dramatic recall to the country's World Cup squad on Monday, returning to the national team after a near three-year absence.

By FRANCE 24

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The IndependentMostly Factual11h ago

Brits received more US travel approvals than any other country at World Cup – despite rising costs of travel

US Customs and Border Protection said the UK accounted for more than 1.2 million Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (Esta) approvals between October last year and April

By Josh Payne

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YahooMostly Factual1h ago

William Hill World Cup offer: Free bets, 2026 odds and betting promotions

All you need to know about the latest William Hill 2026 World Cup offers

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual8h ago

Project 2027 World Cup: Big calls expected on Kohli, Rohit, Jadeja's future

While the selectors will pick squads for a one-off Test and three ODIs against Afghanistan, the blueprint for the 2027 ODI World Cup will be finalised on May 19. There are no question marks over Virat Kohli's position but Rohit Sharma is on a sticky wicket, and Ravindra Jadeja needs to punch above his weight to remain in contention.

By SAHIL MALHOTRA

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straits-timesMostly Factual5h ago

World Cup glory attracts superstar coaches into international battle - The Straits Times

World Cup glory attracts superstar coaches into international battle  The Straits Times

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irish-independent3h ago

Neymar gets shock recall over Joao Pedro for Brazil World Cup squad

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Bangkok PostMostly Factual2h ago

Thailand closer to missing out on watching World Cup

The government is showing signs of throwing in the towel on bringing World Cup football matches to Thai TV screens, after the private sector and sponsors showed no interest in helping fund the cost.

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Ahram OnlineMixed2h ago

World Cup glory attracts superstar coaches into international battle - World - Sports - Ahram Online

World Cup glory attracts superstar coaches into international battle - World - Sports  Ahram Online

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Daily SabahMixed3h ago

Güler, Yıldız spearhead Montella’s 35-man Türkiye World Cup squad

Head coach Vincenzo Montella unveiled a 35-man provisional roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, signaling the next step in the country’s resurgence after a 24-year absence from foot...

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tempo-englishMostly Factual4h ago

Croatia Announce 26-Man Squad for 2026 World Cup - Tempo.co English

Croatia Announce 26-Man Squad for 2026 World Cup  Tempo.co English

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Daily Star BDMixed7h ago

Neymar included in Brazil World Cup squad - The Daily Star

Neymar included in Brazil World Cup squad  The Daily Star

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punch-ngMostly Factual37m ago

US waives visa bonds for World Cup fans from five African nations

The US is waiving visa bonds for 2026 FIFA World Cup fans from five African nations to facilitate travel for the tournament. Learn about the exemption. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-waives-visa-bonds-for-world-cup-fans-from-five-african-nations/

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Mexico NewsMixed12h ago

Spanish king to attend the Spain-Uruguay World Cup match in Guadalajara

The Spanish Royal Household has confirmed that the king will attend the match as part of the agenda for his royal visit at the invitation of President Claudia Sheinbaum and FIFA President Gianni Infantino. The post Spanish king to attend the Spain-Uruguay World Cup match in Guadalajara appeared first on Mexico News Daily

By MND Staff

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myjoyonlineMixed10h ago

Croatia name Modric, 40, in World Cup squad

Veteran midfielder Luka Modric has been named in Croatia's squad for the World Cup and is expected to recover from a fractured cheekbone in time for the tournament.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

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actualite-cdMixed4h ago

DR Congo: Pickel and Fayulu in Congo's World Cup squad | blue News - blue News

DR Congo: Pickel and Fayulu in Congo's World Cup squad | blue News  blue News

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AP18 May, 20:42First to report

Brazilian artisan crafts replica World Cup trophies to the joy of locals and celebrities alike - AP News

France 2418 May, 21:31

World Cup 2026: Brazilian star Neymar makes his big return to the Seleção

el-universal-english18 May, 21:53

Spanish king to attend the Spain-Uruguay World Cup match in Guadalajara - Mexico News Daily

Mexico News18 May, 21:53

Spanish king to attend the Spain-Uruguay World Cup match in Guadalajara

The Independent18 May, 22:28

Brits received more US travel approvals than any other country at World Cup – despite rising costs of travel

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myjoyonline18 May, 23:49

Croatia name Modric, 40, in World Cup squad

NYT19 May, 00:13

Dallas World Cup Mural: Artist Wyland Says Beloved Whale Artwork Was Painted Over

1h later
Times of India19 May, 01:42

Project 2027 World Cup: Big calls expected on Kohli, Rohit, Jadeja's future

1h later
Daily Star BD19 May, 02:56

Neymar included in Brazil World Cup squad - The Daily Star

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straits-times19 May, 04:54

World Cup glory attracts superstar coaches into international battle - The Straits Times

BBC19 May, 05:19

Did England 'fake relationships' cost team 2006 World Cup glory?

24ur19 May, 05:36

Preobrat: Neymar se po poltretjem letu vrača v reprezentanco

tempo-english19 May, 05:38

Croatia Announce 26-Man Squad for 2026 World Cup - Tempo.co English

index-hr19 May, 05:41

VIDEO Ancelotti objavio da se Neymar vraća za SP. Uslijedila je ludnica u dvorani

seneweb19 May, 05:59

How Carlo Ancelotti finally gave in to popular pressure and called up Neymar to Brazil's World Cup squad - Seneweb

actualite-cd19 May, 06:12

DR Congo: Pickel and Fayulu in Congo's World Cup squad | blue News - blue News

Daily Sabah19 May, 06:18

Güler, Yıldız spearhead Montella’s 35-man Türkiye World Cup squad

irish-independent19 May, 06:33

Neymar gets shock recall over Joao Pedro for Brazil World Cup squad

Bangkok Post19 May, 07:27

Thailand closer to missing out on watching World Cup

abidjan-net19 May, 07:30

World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast learns Curaçao's squad list - Foot-Africa.com

Ahram Online19 May, 07:44

World Cup glory attracts superstar coaches into international battle - World - Sports - Ahram Online

20-minuten19 May, 08:23

1000 Franken fürs volle Album: Kaufst du trotzdem Panini-Bildli?

Yahoo19 May, 08:39

William Hill World Cup offer: Free bets, 2026 odds and betting promotions

n1-bih19 May, 09:06

Novinari i Brazilci proslavili poziv Neymara na Svjetsko prvenstvo, ali svi pričaju o izostavljanju sjajnog napadača (VIDEO)

balkan-web19 May, 09:29

Zyrtare/ Brazili shpall listën e lojtarëve për Kupën e Botës, Ancelotti i beson Neymar

punch-ng19 May, 09:34Latest update

US waives visa bonds for World Cup fans from five African nations