#world-cup
#world-cup

Bicycling

The Youngest Son of X-Files Actress Gillian Anderson Is a MTB Prodigy

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Bicycling

Elly Hoskins Wins Wet Bielsko-Biaa Enduro World Cup on High-Pivot Devinci Spartan HP

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Bicycling

The Youngest Son of X-Files Actress Gillian Anderson Is a MTB Prodigy

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#fifa

Fifa will consider expanding World Cup to 64 teams for 2030 tournament

Fifa is contemplating a proposal to expand the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, increasing global participation significantly.

World Cup 2026 final to get half-time show with planning input from Coldplay

Coldplay's Chris Martin and Phil Harvey to help plan historic World Cup final half-time show.

FIFA to Consider Expanding World Cup to 64 Teams

FIFA plans a one-off expansion to 64 teams for the 2030 World Cup to celebrate its centenary.

3 days ago

FIFA eyes $1 billion return from Women's World Cup

FIFA aims for $1 billion revenue from Women's World Cup to reinvest in women's football.

Fifa's Gianni Infantino defends crucial' relationship with Donald Trump

Infantino emphasizes the necessity of a strong relationship with Trump for the success of the 2026 World Cup.

UEFA boss: 64-team World Cup plan 'a bad idea'

UEFA president Aleksander Äeferin opposes the idea of expanding the men's 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, arguing it may dilute the tournament's quality.

Fifa will consider expanding World Cup to 64 teams for 2030 tournament

Fifa is contemplating a proposal to expand the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, increasing global participation significantly.

World Cup 2026 final to get half-time show with planning input from Coldplay

Coldplay's Chris Martin and Phil Harvey to help plan historic World Cup final half-time show.

FIFA to Consider Expanding World Cup to 64 Teams

FIFA plans a one-off expansion to 64 teams for the 2030 World Cup to celebrate its centenary.

3 days ago

FIFA eyes $1 billion return from Women's World Cup

FIFA aims for $1 billion revenue from Women's World Cup to reinvest in women's football.

Fifa's Gianni Infantino defends crucial' relationship with Donald Trump

Infantino emphasizes the necessity of a strong relationship with Trump for the success of the 2026 World Cup.

UEFA boss: 64-team World Cup plan 'a bad idea'

UEFA president Aleksander Äeferin opposes the idea of expanding the men's 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, arguing it may dilute the tournament's quality.

more#fifa

#england-football

English Premier League

Yes, Ronald Koeman should have been sent off against England in 1993, but David Platt also could have stayed on his feet that's never mentioned' Former Three Lions star on playing in one of the country's most infamous matches

England's 1994 World Cup qualifying campaign faced immense pressure, exacerbated by a crucial defeat against the Netherlands.

English Premier League

England football team fixtures, kickoff times, group and qualifiers for World Cup 2026 explained

English Premier League

Rashford could be more important to Tuchel's England than Palmer or Saka | Jonathan Wilson

English Premier League

David Beckham at 50: all of his goals for England

English Premier League

Yes, Ronald Koeman should have been sent off against England in 1993, but David Platt also could have stayed on his feet that's never mentioned' Former Three Lions star on playing in one of the country's most infamous matches

England's 1994 World Cup qualifying campaign faced immense pressure, exacerbated by a crucial defeat against the Netherlands.

English Premier League

England football team fixtures, kickoff times, group and qualifiers for World Cup 2026 explained

English Premier League

Rashford could be more important to Tuchel's England than Palmer or Saka | Jonathan Wilson

English Premier League

David Beckham at 50: all of his goals for England

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#football-history

Liverpool FC

NEW ISSUE: Tuchel's Eng-Ger-land PLUS Henry Winter, Iniesta exclusive, Marinakis, Petit, Di Matteo, Sampdoria's decline and Karl-Heinz Riedle answers your questions!

Thomas Tuchel aims to lead England to World Cup glory, starting his tenure against Albania and Latvia.

Soccer (FIFA)

Gary Lineker's 2022 World Cup Qatar admission

Soccer (FIFA)

European nations with most World Cup appearances

Liverpool FC

NI great McParland left mark on club and international stages

English Premier League

The B team? First XIs packed with players whose names begin with same letter | The Knowledge

Liverpool FC

NEW ISSUE: Tuchel's Eng-Ger-land PLUS Henry Winter, Iniesta exclusive, Marinakis, Petit, Di Matteo, Sampdoria's decline and Karl-Heinz Riedle answers your questions!

Thomas Tuchel aims to lead England to World Cup glory, starting his tenure against Albania and Latvia.

Soccer (FIFA)

Gary Lineker's 2022 World Cup Qatar admission

Soccer (FIFA)

European nations with most World Cup appearances

Liverpool FC

NI great McParland left mark on club and international stages

English Premier League

The B team? First XIs packed with players whose names begin with same letter | The Knowledge

more#football-history

California legislators form a new group to prepare for Olympics and World Cup. Here's what they have planned

Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay area are set to gain significantly from hosting the World Cup and Olympics.

fromwww.dailynews.com

Los Angeles

California legislators form a new group to prepare for Olympics and World Cup. Here's what they have planned

Los Angeles

fromThe Mercury News

California legislators form a new group to prepare for Olympics and World Cup. Here's what they have planned

Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay area are set to gain significantly from hosting the World Cup and Olympics.

fromwww.dailynews.com

Los Angeles

California legislators form a new group to prepare for Olympics and World Cup. Here's what they have planned

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#fa-cup

English Premier League

It felt like the right time to leave Match of the Day, but I liked the idea of finishing at a tournament mainly as I want my last words to be England have won the World Cup' Gary Lineker reveals why he's staying with the BBC for one more year

English Premier League

Friday Football Quiz, episode 61: Can you get 20 correct answers?

English Premier League

It felt like the right time to leave Match of the Day, but I liked the idea of finishing at a tournament mainly as I want my last words to be England have won the World Cup' Gary Lineker reveals why he's staying with the BBC for one more year

English Premier League

Friday Football Quiz, episode 61: Can you get 20 correct answers?

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#rugby

Retirement

fromIrish Independent

'Just another scrum, then three cracking noises - pop, pop, pop' - Springbok Steven Kitshoff retires after near fatal neck injury

Loosehead prop Kitshoff retires after a serious neck injury poses a high re-injury risk despite his hopes to return.

France news

Green shoots for Ireland but French flair wins out in Women's Six Nations opener

Mental health

'I'd be glad to talk to them' - Rory McIlroy's sports psychologist Bob Rotella wants to help Irish rugby team break their losing streak and win World Cup

France news

England hold on to claim Women's Six Nations grand slam with one-point win over France

Juventus

England overpower Italy in winning start to Women's Six Nations campaign

UK news

The Breakdown | Red Roses triumph again but cannot afford another World Cup wobble

Retirement

fromIrish Independent

'Just another scrum, then three cracking noises - pop, pop, pop' - Springbok Steven Kitshoff retires after near fatal neck injury

Loosehead prop Kitshoff retires after a serious neck injury poses a high re-injury risk despite his hopes to return.

France news

Green shoots for Ireland but French flair wins out in Women's Six Nations opener

Mental health

'I'd be glad to talk to them' - Rory McIlroy's sports psychologist Bob Rotella wants to help Irish rugby team break their losing streak and win World Cup

France news

England hold on to claim Women's Six Nations grand slam with one-point win over France

Juventus

England overpower Italy in winning start to Women's Six Nations campaign

UK news

The Breakdown | Red Roses triumph again but cannot afford another World Cup wobble

Lionel Messi opens up on Barcelona return plan

Lionel Messi expressed a strong desire to return to Barcelona after the World Cup, but financial constraints made it impossible.

Champions Argentina qualify for 2026 World Cup

Argentina has qualified for the 2026 World Cup, becoming the first South American team to do so.

Liverpool FC

Messi focus for grandson's football signature hunt

4 weeks ago

FC Barcelona

Messi: No comparison between Argentina, Mexico

FC Barcelona

Uruguay v Argentina: Line-ups, stats and preview as world champions take on rivals without Lionel Messi

FC Barcelona

fromwww.90min.com

4 weeks ago

Lionel Messi opens up on Barcelona return plan

Lionel Messi expressed a strong desire to return to Barcelona after the World Cup, but financial constraints made it impossible.

Champions Argentina qualify for 2026 World Cup

Argentina has qualified for the 2026 World Cup, becoming the first South American team to do so.

Liverpool FC

Messi focus for grandson's football signature hunt

4 weeks ago

FC Barcelona

Messi: No comparison between Argentina, Mexico

FC Barcelona

Uruguay v Argentina: Line-ups, stats and preview as world champions take on rivals without Lionel Messi

more#lionel-messi

Rugby Australia posts $36.8m deficit amid wait for financial windfall to arrive

Despite financial setbacks leading to a $36.8m loss in 2024, Rugby Australia remains optimistic, anticipating revenue boosts from major upcoming tournaments.

Toronto Raptors

#concacaf

Soccer (FIFA)

USSF prez Parlow Cone elected to FIFA Council

Soccer (FIFA)

Concacaf opposes 64-team World Cup plans for 2030

Soccer (FIFA)

USSF prez Parlow Cone elected to FIFA Council

Soccer (FIFA)

Concacaf opposes 64-team World Cup plans for 2030

Rwanda aiming to show Nigeria that size doesn't matter DW 03/14/2025

Rwanda's victory over Nigeria could lead them to their first World Cup appearance.

BBC to show Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland matches live

BBC to show all home nations' World Cup qualifiers live, enhancing access to international football for fans.

English Premier League

Five England U-21 starlets who could feature at the 2026 World Cup

Soccer (FIFA)

What to watch for in March internationals: Tuchel's England debut, Ronaldo goals, Poch's first big U.S. test

Soccer (FIFA)

Brazil sack boss Dorival after Argentina defeat

English Premier League

We can confirm that there is interest on both sides': Premier League winners linked with England manager role after Thomas Tuchel

Washington Nationals

fromwww.dw.com

Rwanda aiming to show Nigeria that size doesn't matter DW 03/14/2025

Rwanda's victory over Nigeria could lead them to their first World Cup appearance.

BBC to show Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland matches live

BBC to show all home nations' World Cup qualifiers live, enhancing access to international football for fans.

English Premier League

Five England U-21 starlets who could feature at the 2026 World Cup

Soccer (FIFA)

What to watch for in March internationals: Tuchel's England debut, Ronaldo goals, Poch's first big U.S. test

Soccer (FIFA)

Brazil sack boss Dorival after Argentina defeat

English Premier League

We can confirm that there is interest on both sides': Premier League winners linked with England manager role after Thomas Tuchel

more#football

2014 World Cup winner Mats Hummels to retire

"I'm struggling with my emotions right now. Now comes the moment no footballer can avoid. After more than 18 years and so many things that football has given me, I'm ending my career this summer."

Bayern Munich

Shiffrin finishes third to set WC podiums record

Mikaela Shiffrin achieved her 156th podium finish but finished third in a slalom race won by Katharina Truppe.

US news

fromwww.npr.org

Mikaela Shiffrin seals legacy as one of skiing's greatest with historic 100 World Cup wins

Mikaela Shiffrin made history as the first Alpine skier to win 100 World Cup races, marking a remarkable comeback after a serious injury.

For Mikaela Shiffrin, the Olympic season has already started

Mikaela Shiffrin reflects on balancing training and media obligations after a record World Cup win, eager to dive back into her skiing routines.

Shiffrin finishes third to set WC podiums record

Mikaela Shiffrin achieved her 156th podium finish but finished third in a slalom race won by Katharina Truppe.

US news

fromwww.npr.org

Mikaela Shiffrin seals legacy as one of skiing's greatest with historic 100 World Cup wins

Mikaela Shiffrin made history as the first Alpine skier to win 100 World Cup races, marking a remarkable comeback after a serious injury.

For Mikaela Shiffrin, the Olympic season has already started

Mikaela Shiffrin reflects on balancing training and media obligations after a record World Cup win, eager to dive back into her skiing routines.

more#mikaela-shiffrin

#coaching

Chelsea

Mauricio Pochettino: In five or 10 years the US can be No 1 in the world'

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Washington Nationals

Nepal appoint former Australian international Law as new coach

Chelsea

Mauricio Pochettino: In five or 10 years the US can be No 1 in the world'

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Washington Nationals

Nepal appoint former Australian international Law as new coach

more#coaching

#soccer

fromBavarian Football Works

Donald Trump vs the United States: A timeline of the president's spat with the national team

Trump's relationship with football has shifted from supportive to contentious, particularly influenced by his feud with Megan Rapinoe.

Germany news

Julian Nagelsmann believes Germany is ready for greatness at the FIFA World Cup 2026

Nagelsmann has revitalized the German national team, positioning them as strong contenders for future tournaments.

Optimism surrounds Germany's potential to win silverware sooner than 2028 under Nagelsmann's leadership.

Major League Baseball

fromLos Angeles Times

How United Soccer League plans to launch a new top division

Plans for a second-tier soccer league in the U.S. are underway, aiming for launch in 2027.

fromwww.90min.com

2026 World Cup: Every country that's qualified so far

The 2026 World Cup marks a historic return of soccer to North America, featuring matches in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.

New York Islanders

New Zealand deny New Caledonia to reach 2026 World Cup

fromBavarian Football Works

Donald Trump vs the United States: A timeline of the president's spat with the national team

Trump's relationship with football has shifted from supportive to contentious, particularly influenced by his feud with Megan Rapinoe.

Germany news

Julian Nagelsmann believes Germany is ready for greatness at the FIFA World Cup 2026

Nagelsmann has revitalized the German national team, positioning them as strong contenders for future tournaments.

Optimism surrounds Germany's potential to win silverware sooner than 2028 under Nagelsmann's leadership.

Major League Baseball

fromLos Angeles Times

How United Soccer League plans to launch a new top division

Plans for a second-tier soccer league in the U.S. are underway, aiming for launch in 2027.

fromwww.90min.com

2026 World Cup: Every country that's qualified so far

The 2026 World Cup marks a historic return of soccer to North America, featuring matches in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.

New York Islanders

New Zealand deny New Caledonia to reach 2026 World Cup

more#soccer

Canada v USA: Concacaf Nations League third-place playoff live

In every single training session, Reyna's showing needs to be evaluated as he may not be at his best according to Pochettino.

Canada news

#lindsey-vonn

Skiing

Lindsey Vonn concludes impossible' comeback at 40 with first podium since 2018

Skiing

Vonn closes season with first podium since '18

Lindsey Vonn concludes impossible' comeback at 40 with first podium since 2018

Lindsey Vonn, at 40 years old, secured a second-place finish in her comeback season, showcasing her determination amidst skepticism about her age and ability.

Skiing

Vonn closes season with first podium since '18

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fromSoccer News

fromBavarian Football Works

Deschamps and Zidane not intimate friends but there will always be respect - Soccer News

"By the way, the last time we saw each other, we exchanged and talked well. There is still, on both sides, a form of recognition of each other's success."

France news

Report: Manuel Neuer's Germany return "possible"

"Did you miss me?" Neuer must be relishing this opportunity to get back in the national team and do what Toni Kroos did at EURO 2024.

Bayern Munich

fromLos Angeles Times

News Analysis: Amid tense political times, Nations League finals hold deeper meaning for Canada and Mexico

Tensions between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico are high ahead of the first continent-wide World Cup due to political animosity.

Canada news

fromwww.cbc.ca

Canada's Jack Crawford wins silver in World Cup super-G at Kvitfjell in Norway | CBC Sports

Jack Crawford earned a silver medal in a competitive men's super-G race, finishing closely behind Dominik Paris.

#cricket

New York Yankees

India v New Zealand: Champions Trophy men's cricket final live

New Zealand's batting depth improves with Nathan Smith's inclusion; India remains unchanged and is favored.

Major League Baseball

The Spin | Protecting the classics: how to keep 50-over cricket relevant

Arsenal

Afghanistan v England: Champions Trophy cricket live

New York Yankees

India v New Zealand: Champions Trophy men's cricket final live

New Zealand's batting depth improves with Nathan Smith's inclusion; India remains unchanged and is favored.

Major League Baseball

The Spin | Protecting the classics: how to keep 50-over cricket relevant

Arsenal

Afghanistan v England: Champions Trophy cricket live

Trump Chastises Reporters In Oval Office For Asking About Musk-Rubio Clash: Not Supposed to be Asking That Question'

Trump dismissed reports of a clash between Elon Musk and Marco Rubio at a cabinet meeting, asserting they get along well.

The president insisted on focusing on the World Cup, refusing to entertain questions about internal conflicts.

Real Madrid

Real Madrid planning another major Bernabeu upgrade after 1.5bn redevelopment has left it TOO SMALL to host 2030 World Cup final

Real Madrid is planning an upgrade to the Bernabeu to ensure it can host a World Cup final.

Japanese trailblazer Nagasato retires

Yuki Nagasato, a pioneering figure in women's football, has announced her retirement following a celebrated career and historic milestones.

Chelsea

fromGoal