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How to buy Japan World Cup 2026 tickets: fixtures, dates and prices

Following upsets over Germany and Spain in the previous tournament, the Samurai Blue arrive at World Cup 2026 with a squad featuring Takefusa Kubo, Kaoru Mitoma and Wataru Endo. This guide outlines the fixtures, ticket release windows and the main buying options for supporters hoping to see Japan in the

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How to buy USA vs Germany friendly tickets in Chicago

USA vs Germany is scheduled for June 6 at Chicago’s Soldier Field as a final World Cup send-off, with Mauricio Pochettino aiming to fine-tune his side. The likes of Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie and Chris Richards will be put through their final paces before the USMNT begin their tournament

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How Andoni Iraola rose from a horror start to top coaching target

He joked 'Who the f*** is this guy?' as he bade farewell to supporters at the Vitality Stadium on 19 May 2026. Bournemouth had just drawn 1-1 with Manchester City and, at 43, the Basque coach had been the architect of the club's rise. He had

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BVB walk away after demands for hefty signing-on fee for Kennet Eichhorn

Kennet Eichhorn’s release clause, valid until 2029, is reported at €9 million, down from earlier figures of €12 million, with Champions League clubs able to trigger an even lower fee. Borussia Dortmund have withdrawn from talks after the player’s agents reportedly demanded a signing-on fee of more than

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Chelsea grant Josh Acheampong 'untouchable' status as club rebuff offers

Chelsea have rejected multiple formal approaches for 20-year-old academy graduate Josh Acheampong and granted him an 'untouchable' status at Stamford Bridge. The internal designation places the versatile full-back in the same protected bracket as Joao Pedro, Cole Palmer and Moises Caicedo. The board has taken a firm stance,

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Could BVB still lose Felix Nmecha this summer?

Borussia Dortmund extended Felix Nmecha's contract to 2030 and say they are planning for the long term, yet a move to the Premier League could still materialise this summer. Sky says Newcastle United, Manchester United and Manchester City remain in contact with the German international's management.

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Marc Cucurella open to leaving Chelsea as Spanish giants circle

Marc Cucurella is open to leaving Stamford Bridge, drawing interest from Barcelona and Real Madrid after a strong resurgence at club level and a standout Euro 2024 campaign. His return to form has made him a key figure for Chelsea following a difficult start in west London, and that renewed

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William Saliba faces possible back surgery after World Cup

William Saliba could need back surgery immediately after the World Cup as his ongoing discomfort has worsened. He managed the issue to play a starring role for Arsenal, but recent medical assessments point to the need for long-term surgical intervention. L'Equipe reports the 25-year-old has been managing a

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Bayern target Ismael Saibari after Gordon pursuit fails

Transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano says Bayern Munich, after failing to sign Anthony Gordon, have identified PSV Eindhoven's Ismael Saibari as their new preferred option and that talks between the clubs have gained momentum. Romano adds the Moroccan is "eager to join Bayern this summer." Saibari is

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Lamine Yamal to wear No.19 as Spain announce World Cup squad numbers

Lamine Yamal will wear the No.19 shirt at his first World Cup after Spain confirmed their squad numbers. The teenage star will keep the number he has made famous with Barcelona as La Roja target a second world title. The announcement’s biggest talking point was the decision to

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How much are World Cup 2026 tickets?

With the opening match kicking off on June 11, World Cup 2026 tickets are still available for group-stage and knockout matches at venues across North America. FIFA has applied variable pricing: some group-stage Supporter Tier tickets began at $60, while official Final prices run into the thousands. Official price tables

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Gigi Donnarumma, Lewandowski, Osimhen and stars missing the 2026 World Cup

The 2026 World Cup finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico will feature 48 teams, and pre-tournament favourites such as Spain, Brazil, England, France and defending champions Argentina all made it through. Yet qualifying also produced a string of shock absences, with several of the game's biggest

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Is Thomas Tuchel's 2026 England better than the 'Golden Generation'?

The term 'Golden Generation' was coined after England's 5-1 win over Germany in Munich, and that declaration in 2001 raised expectations that the national team would struggle to meet for years. Across seven World Cups since 2002, England squads have looked different each time: injuries and

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Ansu Fati seals permanent Monaco move as Barcelona land €17m windfall

Monaco have triggered the €11 million purchase option in Ansu Fati's loan, making the Spain international a permanent member of the Ligue 1 club, Mundo Deportivo says. The move brings an end to Fati's Barcelona career after a season in the principality. Once regarded as one

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USA vs Paraguay FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview: Everything you need to know

USA vs Paraguay will kick off on 13 June 2026 at 02:00 GMT and 21:00 EST in Los Angeles. The opening match at the state-of-the-art Los Angeles Stadium pits Mauricio Pochettino’s high-pressing, vertical attack against Gustavo Alfaro’s organised, defence-first Paraguay, with tournament heavyweights Turkey and energetic

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Yan Diomande appears to favour PSG amid Liverpool and Bayern interest

Foot Mercato says RB Leipzig's in-demand forward has given Paris Saint-Germain the green light for a summer move, prompting repeated meetings between the clubs. PSG remains wary of sky-high fees while Leipzig, with Diomande under contract until 2030, would only consider selling after one season for a bid

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Arsenal to accept £18m for Gabriel Jesus amid Arteta's summer overhaul

Mikel Arteta is preparing a substantial overhaul at Arsenal after the Champions League final heartbreak, demanding fresh investment to keep the club competitive. As part of a major summer rebuild, the Gunners are prepared to sell Gabriel Jesus for a fee in excess of £18 million. Jesus, 29, will be

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Marcus Rashford training at Inter Miami ahead of World Cup

Marcus Rashford has taken his World Cup preparations to the United States, linking up with Inter Miami’s facilities to acclimatise to the Florida heat after instructions from Three Lions boss Thomas Tuchel. Tuchel called for his 26-man squad to holiday in American time zones, and many players spent the

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Mary Earps to rejoin English football with London City Lionesses

Mary Earps is set to return to English football after agreeing personal terms to join London City Lionesses and will leave Paris Saint-Germain at the end of her contract to become a cornerstone of the club’s summer project in London. The 33-year-old goalkeeper is poised to re-enter the Women’

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Nagelsmann’s strategy with assistant Mads Butgereit is paying off

Germany followed a 4-0 win over Finland with mixed feelings: the result and variety of goals were welcome, but a first-half spell of impatience and loss of control underlined lingering tactical issues. Julian Nagelsmann praised the pressing that led to several goals and the clean sheet, yet said the side

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Jane Campbell replaces injured Phallon Tullis-Joyce in USWNT June camp

Houston Dash goalkeeper Jane Campbell has been called into the U.S. women’s national teams June camp as an injury replacement for Manchester Uniteds Phallon Tullis-Joyce, ahead of two friendlies against Brazil. Tullis-Joyce was ruled out after suffering an injury during the World Sevens Football tournament in

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FIFA launches Female Health and Performance Project

FIFA has launched its Female Health and Performance Project, an initiative aimed at advancing research, education and support for women’s soccer players at every level of the game, with a focus on training methods, health resources and performance guidance designed specifically for female athletes as the women’s game

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Ochoa's sixth World Cup and Berterame snub: winners and losers in Mexico squad

Javier Aguirre's 26-man roster for Mexico blends experience, recovery bets and youth, a list meant to start the home World Cup on June 11 with a mix of trusted veterans and players for the next cycle. Guillermo Ochoa will join an elite group by attending a sixth World

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Did Christian Pulisic prove he's ready for the World Cup? Balogun or Pepi?

The United States beat Senegal 3-2 in a match that felt close to a competitive tune-up for the World Cup. Christian Pulisic scored his first goal of the calendar year and showed much of the verve and movement that define his game, while the team generally played the more assertive

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Southampton respond to EFL ruling on Tonda Eckert 'Spygate'

Southampton released a pointed statement after the Arbitration Panel published its written reasons rejecting the club's appeal against EFL sanctions. The club accepted responsibility for structural and leadership failures during the 'Spygate' scandal, which cast a long shadow over their campaign after a disappointing conclusion to