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Infantino Blasts World Cup Critics in Open Letter
Infantino hits back at World Cup critics in open letter, defending tournament amid visa and Balogun controversies.
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Spain Wins World Cup for First Time in 16 Years
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, their first title since 2010. Ferran Torres scored the winning goal.
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SecurityMilitary
NORAD F-16s Intercept Aircraft Over New Jersey Skies
NORAD F-16s intercepted multiple aircraft violating temporary flight restrictions over New Jersey during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final.
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SportsCulture
World Cup 2026: England Win Bronze, Spain Face Argentina
England beat France 6-4 for World Cup bronze; Spain face Argentina in the final. Meanwhile, Chinese intangible heritage debuts in FIFA-licensed products.
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SportsPolitics
Trump Presents World Cup Trophy as U.S. Hosts Historic Final
President Trump presents the World Cup trophy as Argentina and Spain clash in the final at MetLife Stadium, capping the largest tournament in history.
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Sports
World Cup 2026: England and France Clash in Bronze Final
England face France in the World Cup third-place play-off as Didier Deschamps takes charge of his final match after 14 years at the helm.
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Sports
Argentina Stuns England 2-1 to Reach World Cup Final
Argentina scored twice in the final minutes to beat England 2-1 in the World Cup semi-final. Messi broke the all-time assists record to set up Spain final.
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Sports
Onana Breaks Silence After ACL Tear: 'My World Collapsed'
Amadou Onana speaks publicly for the first time after suffering a torn ACL at the World Cup, describing the moment his world collapsed.
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Sports
World Cup Semifinals Set: Top Four Teams Make History
For the first time in World Cup history, the top four FIFA-ranked teams have all reached the semifinals. Spain, Argentina, France and England vie for glory
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Sports
Onana Breaks Silence on World Cup ACL Injury: 'I'll Return'
Belgium midfielder Amadou Onana speaks publicly for the first time after rupturing his ACL at the World Cup, expressing gratitude and determination.
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Sports
Red Devils Return Home to Water Salute After World Cup Run
Belgium's Red Devils received a water salute from firefighters at Zaventem Airport as they returned home after their World Cup quarterfinal exit to Spain.
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Sports
Pulisic Fractures Leg in World Cup Loss, Out 4-6 Weeks
Christian Pulisic suffered a microfracture and bone bruise in his right leg during the USMNT's World Cup loss to Belgium. He is expected to miss 4-6 weeks.
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Crime & SecurityInternational
Mexican Village Attacked by Cartel Drones During World Cup
A Mexican village that warned authorities of a cartel offensive was attacked by drones during the World Cup, exposing major security gaps.
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SportsBelgium
Belgium's World Cup Run Sparks LED Screen Rental Frenzy
After the Red Devils' Round of 16 victory, Belgian bars and cafes scramble to secure LED screens for Friday's quarter-final against Spain.
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Sports
Amadou Onana Tears ACL in Major Blow for Belgium and Villa
Belgium and Aston Villa midfielder Amadou Onana has suffered a torn ACL during the World Cup, sidelining him for 6-12 months in a major setback.
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Local NewsSports
Antwerp Celebration After Morocco Victory Passes Peacefully
Hundreds celebrated Morocco's World Cup win over Canada in Antwerp and Brussels. Police reported just one arrest and one vehicle seizure.
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SportsWorld Cup
De Cuyper Fires Back at Confident USMNT: 'Not Done Yet'
Belgium's Maxim De Cuyper warns the confident US team ahead of their World Cup Round of 16 clash, saying the Red Devils are far from finished.
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EntertainmentTechnology
Celine Dept Overtakes MrBeast as Most-Watched YouTuber
Belgian influencer Celine Dept has overtaken MrBeast as the most-watched YouTuber worldwide, amassing 1.1 billion weekly views during the 2026 World Cup.
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Sports
Mbappé Brace, Haaland Winner Lift France and Norway Through
Kylian Mbappé scored twice and Erling Haaland netted a late winner as France and Norway advanced to the World Cup Round of 16 with dramatic victories.
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International IncidentsUnited States
Shooting at World Cup Fan Zone in California Leaves One Dead
One killed and another critically injured in a shooting at a World Cup fan zone in San Jose, California, the latest during the 2026 tournament.
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Sports
Red Devils Hold Players-Only Meeting Without Coach Garcia
Belgium's Red Devils held a players-only meeting without coach Rudi Garcia, leading to a new pre-match ritual and a decisive 5-1 World Cup victory.
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Sports
Wilmots Sparks Community Debate Over Vanaken's Belgium Place
Marc Wilmots claims Flemish press pushed Hans Vanaken into Belgium's starting lineup, igniting a linguistic community debate in Belgian football.
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Sports
Red Devils Face Senegal in World Cup Round of 32 Showdown
Belgium's Red Devils face Senegal in the World Cup round of 32 on July 1 in Seattle. A look at the matchup, group stage performances, and stakes.
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SportsWorld Cup
Red Devils Crush New Zealand 5-1 to Top World Cup Group G
Belgium thrashed New Zealand 5-1 to win World Cup Group G after a rocky start. Trossard scored twice as the Red Devils set up a Round of 32 clash.
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Sports
Jeremy Doku Returns to Red Devils After Becoming a Father
Jeremy Doku returns to Belgium's World Cup squad after the birth of his son Praise, receiving a warm welcome from teammates ahead of a must-win match.
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Sports
Messi Breaks World Cup Scoring Record, Argentina Advance
Lionel Messi became the all-time World Cup top scorer with 18 goals as Argentina defeated Austria 2-0 to secure early knockout stage qualification.
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SportsInternational Sports
Messi Breaks World Cup Scoring Record as Argentina Advance
Lionel Messi scored twice against Austria to become the all-time World Cup top scorer with 18 goals, securing Argentina's place in the knockout stage.
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Sports
Three Chinese Referees Make History at World Cup Match
Ma Ning leads three Chinese referees officiating a World Cup match for the first time, marking a historic milestone for Chinese football officiating.
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SportsCulture
Palestinian-American Kids Find Escape on the Soccer Pitch
In a New Jersey soccer academy, Palestinian-American children find community and healing amid the trauma of conflict in Gaza and the 2026 World Cup.
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Sports
Ma Ning to Officiate World Cup Group Stage Match
Chinese referee Ma Ning will officiate Ecuador vs. Curaçao at the World Cup, becoming the first Chinese head referee in 24 years since Lu Jun in 2002.
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Sports
Doku May Leave World Cup for Childbirth, Sparking Debate
Belgium star Jérémy Doku may leave the World Cup for his child's birth, igniting a national debate on fatherhood, duty, and the human side of elite sport.
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Sports
Messi Hat-Trick Ties World Cup Record in Argentina Victory
Lionel Messi scores a hat-trick in his 200th Argentina appearance to tie Miroslav Klose's all-time World Cup goals record of 16 in a 3-0 win over Algeria.
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SportsCulture
World Cup Visitors Fall in Love With Americana
International visitors to the 2026 FIFA World Cup are going viral for their enthusiastic reactions to American culture and hospitality.
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Sports
King Philippe Backs Red Devils Ahead of World Cup Opener
King Philippe offers royal support to the Red Devils ahead of their 2026 World Cup opener against Egypt, while PM De Wever's cat predicts victory.
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Sports
Brazil Held to 1-1 Draw by Morocco in World Cup Opener
Brazil were held to a 1-1 draw by Morocco in their World Cup Group C opener as Vinicius Jr's brilliant equaliser cancelled out Ismael Saibari's opener.
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Economy & Trade
World Cup Boosts Yiwu Exports as Global Supermarket Delivers
Yiwu supplies 70% of World Cup merchandise as the 2026 tournament opens, showcasing China's shift from low-cost to innovation-led exports.
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PoliticsSports
N-VA Deplores Red Devils' Slogan in New Belgian Identity Row
N-VA criticizes Red Devils' slogan 'L'Union fait la force' as tensions between Belgian and Flemish identity resurface ahead of the World Cup.
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Sports
USMNT Crushes Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup Opener
The USMNT opened the 2026 World Cup with a dominant 4-1 win over Paraguay at SoFi Stadium, powered by a Folarin Balogun brace and Pulisic magic.
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Economy & ConsumerLifestyle
Auto-Gratuities Rise as World Cup Tests US Tipping Norms
World Cup host city restaurants add automatic 20% gratuities to protect servers from cultural tipping gaps, sparking debate over fair wages.
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International NewsBusiness
Global Roundup: SpaceX, Yoon, Iran, World Cup, World Bank
SpaceX goes public at $1.77 trillion, Yoon Suk Yeol gets 30 years, Trump cancels Iran strikes, World Cup kicks off, and World Bank cuts growth forecast.
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InternationalHealth
US Demands Belgium Ban Congolese Travelers Over Ebola Fears
The US has demanded Belgium ban Congolese travelers over Ebola fears ahead of the World Cup. Belgium's health minister has refused, sparking a dispute.
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EconomyCrime
Red Devils Jersey Counterfeiting Costs Belgium €320M Yearly
Counterfeit Red Devils jerseys flood Belgium as World Cup demand surges. Authorities warn fake merchandise costs €320M yearly and may fund organized crime.
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Economy & TradeTechnology
Chinese Light Rail Trains to Serve 2026 World Cup Cities
CRRC deploys 115 light rail trains across Mexico's three World Cup host cities, showcasing Chinese rail technology on a global stage.
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Sports
Sports Roundup: Golden Knights, USMNT, SoFi Strike, Bears
Vegas wins Stanley Cup thriller in 2OT, USMNT completes World Cup prep, SoFi workers authorize strike, and Chicago Bears move toward Indiana relocation.
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Sports
USMNT Finalizes World Cup Prep with Split Tune-Up Results
USMNT wraps up World Cup prep with win over Senegal and loss to Germany. Key takeaways: attacking depth, defensive concerns, and Chris Richards' injury.
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EducationSociety
Belgian Schools Ban Panini Stickers as World Cup Fever Grows
A growing number of Belgian schools are banning Panini World Cup stickers after trading sparked conflicts, fights and classroom disruptions among students.
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Sports
Red Devils Beat Croatia in World Cup Warm-Up, Lukaku Returns
Belgium defeated Croatia 2-0 in a World Cup friendly, with Romelu Lukaku scoring on his return from injury in a major boost ahead of the tournament.
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PoliticsEvents
Trump Takes Center Stage for America's 250th and World Cup
President Trump positions himself as the central figure in America's 250th anniversary and the 2026 FIFA World Cup, breaking with historical norms.
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Sports
Chinese Referees Make History at 2026 World Cup
Three Chinese referees depart for the 2026 World Cup, marking the first time China has a full officiating team at the tournament.
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LifestyleSports
Antwerp's Bonaparte Bar Renamed Bar België for World Cup
Antwerp's iconic Bonaparte karaoke bar rebrands as Bar België while the Red Devils compete in the 2026 World Cup, hoping to keep the name until July 19.
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SportsBusiness
Belgian Grass Technology to Cover World Cup 2026 Stadiums
Belgian company GrassMax Systems supplies hybrid grass for World Cup 2026 stadiums in the US and Mexico, showcasing Europe's football pitch expertise.
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Sports
Lukaku Tempers World Cup Hopes: 'Crazy to Think I'd Start'
Romelu Lukaku urges Belgian fans to lower World Cup expectations, calling it 'crazy' to assume he'll start against Egypt after an injury-hit season.
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SportsEconomy
World Cup Transit Sticker Shock Hits Fans in US Host Cities
Fans attending the 2026 World Cup face high transit costs in US host cities, with $98 train fares in New Jersey and $80 in Massachusetts sparking outrage.
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SportsInfrastructure
Kansas City Built World Cup Transit, Then Cuts Bus Routes
Kansas City built Connect KC26 for 650,000 World Cup visitors. But weeks after the tournament ends, the city will cut more than a fourth of its bus routes.
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Sports
Belgium Are Underdogs With Unlimited Ambitions, Says Garcia
Rudi Garcia calls Belgium World Cup underdogs with unlimited ambitions as he names 26-man squad featuring Lukaku, De Bruyne and Courtois.
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Sports
Red Devils Announce World Cup 2026 Squad: Fernandez-Pardo In
Belgium coach Rudi Garcia names 26-player World Cup squad with Matías Fernández-Pardo as surprise inclusion, while Nathan De Cat and Mika Godts miss out.
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