While focus remains on men's World Cup, clock starts on 2027 Women's World Cup
While most of the soccer world is focused on the men at the World Cup, the countdown has begun for the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil.
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France eye top spot against in-form Norway
NEW YORK, June 24 : France can secure a more comfortable route through the World Cup when they face Norway in their final Group I match on Friday, though finishing top could leave them facing one of the toughest roads to the trophy.
Carlo Ancelotti warns Brazil to beware of Scotland’s ‘fighters’
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has warned his players to beware of Scotland’s high-quality team of “fighters” ahead of Wednesday’s crunch World Cup group clash in Miami.
Brazil’s Raphinha to miss Scotland match; Neymar may go 90
NEW YORK: Brazil will be without a key part of their attack for their Wednesday match against Scotland in Miami Gardens, Florida, as Raphinha will be sidelined due to a hamstring injury. The Selecao could see the return of another star, though, as Neymar has recovered from a calf injury and is available to play the entire game if needed, according to Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti. Raphinha, 29, exited in the 40th minute of Brazil’s most recent match, a 3-0 victory over Haiti on Friday. Asked who might fill in for the Barcelona winger, Ancelotti said Tuesday, “We’re thinking of nothing else but playing a good match with the best possible lineup. The same goes for the forward. We have a clear idea of who will replace Raphinha.
Giants' Rafael Devers apologized to Tony Vitello for reaction - ESPN
SAN FRANCISCO — Giants first baseman Rafael Devers apologized to manager Tony Vitello and said his actions at first base in the ninth inning of San Francisco's one-run loss to the Miami Marlins on Sunday are being «blown out of proportion.»
Neymar available for Scotland clash but not certain to play, Brazil coach says
MIAMI, United States: Neymar is available for Brazil's third World Cup group match against Scotland but coach Carlo Ancelotti declined to say if he would play a role in the Miami Stadium clash.
Scotland's Clarke dreams of Azteca return but all focus on Brazil first
MIAMI, June 23 : Scotland head coach Steve Clarke is relishing the prospect of a potential return to Mexico City's iconic Azteca Stadium, where he once scored as a young player, as his team prepares for their crucial World Cup group game against Brazil on Wednesday.
Morocco target top spot in group ahead of Brazil
ATLANTA, June 23 : Morocco have set their sights on topping their group ahead of Brazil but are not too concerned about the possible permutations that would follow for them in the first knockout round, coach Mohamed Ouahbi said ahead of their last group fixture against Haiti.