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Netherlands star Cody Gakpo requests privacy after death of unborn son
2+ hour, 3+ min ago (258+ words) The Dutch Football Association said Cody Gakpo would be remaining at the team's World Cup camp in Kansas City. Published'Jun 28, 2026, 09: 36 AM KANSAS CITY, Missouri " Netherlands forward Cody Gakpo has asked for "privacy and space" following the announcement by his partner…...
Egypt to assess Salah after he asked to be substituted, says coach
21+ hour, 17+ min ago (314+ words) Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group G - Egypt v Iran - Seattle Stadium, Seattle, Washington, U. S. - June 26, 2026 Iran's Milad Mohammadi in action with Egypt's Mohamed Salah REUTERS/Troy Wayrynen Published'Jun 27, 2026, 02: 22 PM SEATTLE, June 26 - Egypt coach Hossam Hassan said Mohamed Salah would be…...
Egypt focused on football amid Pride celebrations, coach Hassan says
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (418+ words) Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group G - New Zealand v Egypt - BC Place, Vancouver, Canada - June 21, 2026 Egypt coach Hossam Hassan runs onto the pitch waving their national flag after the match REUTERS/Lee Smith Published'Jun 26, 2026, 07: 11 AM Updated'Jun 26, 2026, 07: 15 AM SEATTLE, June…...
Englishman in Hamburg is top pick in Group 1 German Derby
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (416+ words) Recent Cologne trial winner early favourite for European classic on July 5 French jockey Enzo Crublet exulting as he guides the Marcel Weiss-trained Englishman to a smashing come-from-behind victory in the Group 2 Union-Rennen (2, 200m) in Cologne on June 14. Published'Jun 25, 2026, 09: 48 PM Updated'Jun 25, 2026, 09: 49 PM…...
Champions Arsenal host promoted Coventry in 2026-27 Premier League opener
1+ week, 1+ day ago (174+ words) Published'Jun 19, 2026, 06: 04 PM June 19 - Premier League champions Arsenal will begin their title defence at home to newly promoted Coventry City when the 202627 season kicks off on August 21. Coventry return to the top flight for the first time in 25 years and face…...
Liverpool sign Spain's World Cup forward Munoz from Osasuna
1+ week, 2+ day ago (205+ words) Liverpool reportedly paid 40 million euros (S$59. 16 million) to trigger Munoz's release clause. Published'Jun 19, 2026, 03: 14 AM Updated'Jun 19, 2026, 03: 53 AM LIVERPOOL - Liverpool have signed Spain forward Victor Munoz on a long-term deal from Osasuna, the Premier League club announced on June 18, marking the first…...
Real Madrid sign Cucurella from Chelsea in first transfer since Mourinho's return
1+ week, 5+ day ago (321+ words) Published'Jun 15, 2026, 05: 23 PM June 15 - Real Madrid'signed Spanish left back Marc Cucurella from Chelsea on a six-year contract on Monday, marking the La Liga club's first acquisition since Jose Mourinho was reappointed as manager. The clubs did not disclose financial terms, but…...
Portugal to honour Jota with special wristbands at World Cup
2+ week, 3+ hour ago (434+ words) Published'Jun 14, 2026, 08: 18 AM MIAMI, June 13 - Portugal's World Cup squad will wear commemorative wristbands in tribute to late former teammate Diogo Jota, midfielder Vitinha said on Saturday, as they prepare to open their Group K campaign against DR Congo next week. The…...
Wataru Endo retirement forces midfield rethink for Japan ahead of Dutch meeting
2+ week, 21+ hour ago (780+ words) The loss of captain Wataru Endo is a blow to Japan as they prepare to kick off their World Cup campaign against the Netherlands. Published'Jun 13, 2026, 04: 18 AM Updated'Jun 13, 2026, 01: 41 PM DALLAS " Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu must decide who will replace retired captain…...
Japan captain Wataru Endo out of World Cup with foot injury
2+ week, 2+ day ago (174+ words) Japan's Wataru Endo signing autographs for fans during an open training session in Nashville on June 8. Published'Jun 12, 2026, 01: 26 AM Updated'Jun 12, 2026, 06: 10 AM NASHVILLE " Japan captain Wataru Endo has withdrawn from his country's World Cup squad due to a foot injury, the Japan…...