'Every chance of making history': Japan tipped to shine at 2026 World Cup
ARLINGTON, Texas: Japan have never progressed past the round of 16 at the World Cup, but this could be the year that history is made, observers told CNA.
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Kane hails England preparation as squad arrives at base camp
KANSAS CITY, USA: Harry Kane said England had enjoyed “great preparation” ahead of their World Cup campaign as the squad touched down in Kansas City — their base camp for the tournament. Thomas Tuchel’s men arrived in the Midwest on Saturday following a camp in Florida, where they played two friendly matches, against New Zealand and Costa Rica, winning both. They are one of the favorites to win the World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the United States after coming close to winning silverware at recent major tournaments. England captain Kane said preparation for their opening match against Croatia next Wednesday in Arlington, Texas, had been “top drawer.” “The way we worked, the way we trained, the preparation for games, the way we played and also just the togetherness, the way we reconnected,” he said. “The relaxation away from it as well, the recovery part of it.
Fans hope ‘Orange Street’ guides Dutch to World Cup victory
THE HAGUE: Danny van Dijk thinks that this time turning his street in The Hague completely orange is going to work, as the Netherlands again target a long-awaited first World Cup title. For 26 years, whenever the Dutch play in a major football championship, Van Dijk and other residents have turned Marktweg into “Orange Street.” He stands in an orange sea. The houses are draped in orange tarpaulins, orange pennants stretch across the road, and giant photos of orange-clad players are plastered on orange-sheeted lamp-posts and trees. People come from all over the country to see it. Despite this unwavering support, the Netherlands, three-time finalists, have never won the World Cup, but this year, Van Dijk has “a good feeling — we’re going to win.” Some 77km of flags line the street, in tribute to his mother, who passed away in March at the age of 77 and was a former figurehead of the event.
Iran players: U.S. visa policies creating World Cup 'tension' - ESPN
TIJUANA, Mexico — Iran national team forward Mehdi Taremi said that steps the U.S. government has taken regarding the denial of visas and preventing a Somali referee from entering the country are hurting the country's image and creating a «lot of tension» around the World Cup.
Japan Switches Monterrey World Cup Training Site Due To Field Conditions
Japan's national team has changed practice venues in Monterrey ahead of the World Cup after players encountered an uneven pitch marred by patches of dirt at their original training ground.
2026 FIFA World Cup match schedule: All fixtures and results - ESPN
Check out all the fixtures and results for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Van Dijk: Belanda Punya Modal Bagus untuk Sukses di Piala Dunia
Pemain Timnas Belanda, Virgil Van Dijk, memiliki kepercayaan diri tinggi menatap Piala Dunia 2026. Dia yakin De Oranje memiliki modal bagus untuk sukses di pesta bola sejagat.
Sweden's injured Holm misses World Cup, Johansson called up
May 30 : Sweden defender Emil Holm has suffered a muscle injury and will miss the World Cup, with Herman Johansson called up as a replacement, the country's FA (SVFF) announced on Saturday.