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Raúl Jiménez seals Mexico’s win against nine-man South Africa in World Cup opener
Was that it, then? Was Sphephelo Sithole being caught in possession nine minutes into the opening game, Julián Quiñ...
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Man pleads guilty to slaying top Democrat and her husband in Minnesota
Murder of Melissa and Mark Hortman by man disguised as police officer prompted concerns about political violence in...
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World Cup 2026: Mexico’s opening ceremony and El Tri’s winning start – in pictures
The best images from Mexico City Stadium as the 2026 World Cup got under way, with Shakira and Burna Boy starring i...
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Jimenez and Quinones net as Mexico beat South Africa in World Cup opener
World Cup 2026 cohosts Mexico open the tournament with 2-0 win against South Africa, who were reduced to nine men.
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Mexico opens WC with win after record 3 red cards
Co-host Mexico got off to a victorious start, beating South Africa 2-0 as the largest World Cup in history kicked o...
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What happened, and who performed at the World Cup 2026 opening ceremony?
Musical performances, colour, and fan excitement precede the World Cup's opening game in Mexico City.
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'A shameless cash grab': can the World Cup be saved?
For the next 39 days, 104 matches will be played throughout the United States, Mexico and Canada until a World Cup...
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World Cup mania at Mexico’s Zocalo Square
Jubilant football fans at Mexico City’s Zocalo Square are ready for the World Cup Opener at the city’s centre.
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Elliot Anderson on the rise as face of England amid Manchester City transfer talk
Midfielder’s meteoric climb could enter different stratosphere if he inspires World Cup glory and seals record move...
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Iran’s World Cup camp in Tijuana unfolds under armed guard and political shadow
An improvised base in Mexico has become Team Melli’s unlikely World Cup home as security fears, visa disputes and p...
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How puppets are helping women and children in Gaza cope with trauma
A puppet show project in Gaza is using storytelling and creative workshops to help women and children process traum...
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Pulisic in 'comfort' zone as U.S. readies for open...
At 27, Christian Pulisic has been playing with some of his U.S. teammates for nearly 15 years. That familiarity is...