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Iran’s first opponent New Zealand brings a squad shaped across continents
The All Whites’ 26-man list is led by Chris Wood and includes only six native New Zealand players, according to a Varzesh3 profile
U.S. and Iran announce deal aimed at ending war, reopening Hormuz
Trump and mediators say a signing is set for Friday, but the deal text has not been released and nuclear and sanctions questions remain for further talks
U.S.-Iran Deal Leaves Lebanon Cease-Fire Hopes Uncertain
Pakistan says the agreement covers fighting in Lebanon, but no public terms have been released and Israel has shown no readiness to halt its offensive against Hezbollah
Tunisia reels after 5-1 World Cup opening loss to Sweden
Sebastian Tounekti apologized to supporters after the Carthage Eagles’ heavy Group F defeat, with Japan next in a match that could decide whether their campaign stays alive
Egypt’s lineup mystery builds before Belgium opener
Former Egypt goalkeeper Ahmed Shobier says Hossam Hassan may be holding back a tactical surprise, with questions lingering in defense, midfield and the third attacking spot
Why SoFi Stadium became ‘Los Angeles Stadium’ for a FIFA match
FIFA’s commercial rules forced U.S. venues to strip sponsor names during the tournament, with Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium getting a limited exception
Martínez returns to Argentina training before Algeria opener
The goalkeeper trained for a second straight day in Kansas City, but Argentina’s staff has not yet confirmed whether he will start after a finger injury
Australia lands in Vancouver with Turkey opener already simmering
Tony Popovic says all 26 players are fit as Australia prepares to face a favored Turkey side returning to the World Cup after 24 years
England's clever plan to crush Croatia
England begin their bid to end a 60-year wait for a World Cup title against Croatia in the sweltering heat of Dallas on Wednesday.
ECB raises rates to 2.25% as Iran war fuels inflation
The quarter-point move, the bank’s first hike since 2023, came with higher inflation forecasts and a weaker growth outlook for the euro zone