2026 FIFA WORLD CUP

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Joan Garcia 'thrives' under Barcelona spotlight as FIFA World Cup dream begins

Joan Garcia has spoken openly about life as Barcelona's new first-choice goalkeeper, admitting that the pressure at the club has grown but insisting he is embracing every moment of his rapid rise.

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Germany's left-back battle intensifies as David Raum credits Nathaniel Brown rise

Germany defender David Raum has spoken openly about the growing competition for the national team's left-back position, praising the rise of Nathaniel Brown after an impressive season at Eintracht Frankfurt.

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Granit Xhaka eyes Switzerland's 'best-ever' FIFA World Cup ahead of Qatar opener

Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka believes his side are ready to produce their best-ever FIFA World Cup campaign as they prepare to begin their Group B journey against Qatar on Saturday.

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Mohamed Ouahbi: Morocco ready for Brazil FIFA World Cup battle

Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi has expressed confidence ahead of his side's opening 2026 FIFA World Cup clash against Brazil tonight, insisting his players were ready to make a strong start despite being without two important squad members.

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Folarin Balogun delivers dream FIFA World Cup start as USA storm past Paraguay

Folarin Balogun announced himself on the 2026 FIFA World Cup stage in style as the United States opened their home tournament with an emphatic 4-1 victory over Paraguay in Los Angeles.

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Co-hosts Canada clinch first FIFA World Cup point with draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina

Canada's wait for a first FIFA World Cup point finally ended on home soil as Cyle Larin's late strike rescued a 1-1 draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the nations' Group B opener in Toronto.