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Music, Culture and Football: Highlights of the World Cup Opening Ceremony
On June 11, the World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City blended music, culture, and football, delivering a spectacular show for global audiences.
DetailsThree Red Cards in World Cup Opener: Mexico Beats South Africa 2-0
Referee Wilton Pereira Sampaio showed three red cards in the 2026 World Cup opener, sending off South Africa's Yaya Sithole and Themba Zwane, and Mexico's Cesar Montes, in a fiery match at Mexico City Stadium.
DetailsChina's 'Starting XI' Labubu and Ma Ning: More Red Cards Than Goals in Opener! World Cup Opening Day Sets Multiple Records
The 23rd FIFA World Cup kicked off at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on June 11, with Chinese elements taking center stage.
DetailsEntering Referee Base 10 Days Early: Ma Ning Trains Two Hours Daily for World Cup
As one of the few Chinese football professionals to appear at the 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico, international referee Ma Ning has recently gained renewed attention online, drawing coverage from global media. However, Ma remains unfazed by external voices. Ahead of the tournament, he has been fully focus
DetailsFIFA World Cup 2026 Opens in Mexico City
The 23rd FIFA World Cup kicked off at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on June 11, marking the start of a month-long football festival.
DetailsFrom Near Death to World Cup Hero: Raul Jimenez's Tears for Mexico
From nearly dying on the pitch to scoring for Mexico at the World Cup, Raul Jimenez has completed a remarkable comeback.
DetailsMcTominay travels separately to Boston after bug
Key midfielder Scott McTominay travelled with a doctor, away from fellow players, as a precaution prior to Scotland's World Cup opener.
DetailsOne Family, Two World Cup Teams: Parents to Support Sons Playing for Scotland and Australia
Jack and Heather Souttar are heading to the USA to support their sons, who play for Scotland and Australia in the World Cup.
DetailsWorld Cup Kicks Off in Mexico with Shakira, Performers and Vibrant Fans
A star-studded opening ceremony featured artists from the World Cup's official soundtrack, setting the stage for a month of football.
DetailsCaptain Endo Out of World Cup and Retires from Japan Duty
Liverpool midfielder Wataru Endo withdraws from Japan's World Cup squad because of injury and retires from international football.
Details2026 World Cup Opening Ceremony Kicks Off in Mexico City
At approximately 11:30 local time on June 11, the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup began at the Mexico City Stadium, marking the start of the global football festival.
DetailsEngland players organise team-bonding dinner in Miami as Tuchel grants time off
England players have organised a team-bonding dinner in Miami, with head coach Thomas Tuchel giving them time off from their gruelling pre-World Cup training camp in Florida.
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