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Son Heung-min Selected to Lead South Korea at Fourth World Cup

South Korea's national football team has announced that captain Son Heung-min will lead the squad at his fourth FIFA World Cup. This selection highlights his continued importance to the team's campaign.

16 May, 00:19 — 16 May, 12:07
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South Korea captain Son picked for fourth World Cup

Former Tottenham Hotspur striker Son Heung-min will captain South Korea at his fourth World Cup this summer.

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The World Cup has an official song with Shakira and Burna Boy combining for ‘Dai Dai’ - The Globe and Mail

The World Cup has an official song with Shakira and Burna Boy combining for ‘Dai Dai’  The Globe and Mail

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YahooMostly Factual48m ago

World Cup 2026 at Gillette: Boston expert's advice on buying tickets. Will prices drop?

Boston ticket broker shares what World Cup 2026 fans need to know about buying tickets and if prices might drop for Gillette Stadium games.

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FIFA to meet Iran officials in Istanbul over World Cup participation in the US

FIFA will meet Iranian officials in Istanbul to reassure Iran’s national team over World Cup participation, ensuring safe entry amid US and Canada restrictions.

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DawnMostly Factual1h ago

Fatima Sana to lead women’s side as PCB announces 15-member squad for T20 World Cup, Ireland tri-series

Fatima Sana will lead Pakistan in the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Saturday announced a 15-member squad for the tournament, as well as a tri-series featuring Ireland and the West Indies. According to a press release by the PCB, Pakistan will feature in a tri-series in Dublin from May 28 to June 4, where hosts Ireland and the West Indies are the other two participating teams. Pakistan is set to play four matches in the event. “The tournament wi...

By none@none.com (News Desk)

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Korea HeraldMostly Factual2h ago

Son Heung-min off to 4th World Cup as South Korean squad released

South Korea released their 26-man squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup on Saturday, with longtime captain Son Heung-min headed to his fourth and possibly final appearance at the sport's showpiece event. Head coach Hong Myung-bo unveiled his team bound for the June 11-July 19 World Cup at a press conference in Seoul, carrying three forwards, 10 midfielders, 10 defenders and three goalkeepers. South Korea will play in Group A against Czechia, South Africa and Mexico, one of three co-host countrie

By The Korea Herald

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deadlineMostly Factual3h ago

Paolo Sorrentino Making Documentary About Legendary Soccer Coach Carlo Ancelotti

Oscar-winning director Paolo Sorrentino is developing an intimate portrait of legendary Italian soccer coach Carlo Ancelotti, going behind the scenes of his five-decade career and culminating in the 2026 World Cup this summer as he coaches Brazil’s national team.  Rumors around the untitled documentary have been circulating on Italian sports blogs for weeks but the […]

By Melanie Goodfellow

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Messi, Ronaldo ready for sixth, final World Cup

Football icons Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo prepare for a historic sixth and final World Cup, making it their last dance on the biggest stage. Read More: https://punchng.com/messi-ronaldo-ready-for-sixth-final-world-cup/

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Messi, Ronaldo get ready for sixth and final World Cup

This will be the last dance for Messi and Ronaldo, who will become the first players to appear in six different World Cups, two decades on from their fresh-faced debuts at the finals. The post Messi, Ronaldo get ready for sixth and final World Cup appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

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