Ranking Europe's top clubs by player performance at World Cup - ESPN
With the first round of games completed at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, it is clear which nations have started well. But which of Europe's top clubs can say the same?
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Spurs sign Dutch World Cup defender Van Hecke as rebuild gathers pace
LONDON, June 18 : Tottenham Hotspur have signed Netherlands World Cup defender Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton & Hove Albion on a long-term contract, the Premier League clubs announced on Thursday, as the club rebuilds under new head coach Roberto De Zerbi.
High-flying Sweden take on disappointed Dutch in Group F
HOUSTON, June 18 : Sweden head into their Group F clash against the Netherlands in Houston on Saturday flying high after producing their best World Cup scoring performance in 88 years, while the Dutch aim to regain confidence following a disappointing opening draw.
Storms threaten to drench Sweden's World Cup party
June 18 : Heavy rain and thunderstorms threaten to trigger a washout for soccer fans across Sweden on Saturday, as weather warnings loom for the millions planning to gather outdoors to watch their team's World Cup clash.
Auger-Aliassime overcomes tough test against American Learner Tien to reach Halle Open quarters
Montreal's Félix Auger-Aliassime narrowly avoided an upset at the Terra Wortmann Open, rallying for a 6-7 (5), 7-5, 7-6 (5) win over Learner Tien of the United States in second-round action Wednesday in Halle, Germany.
Alexi Lalas' World Cup Power Rankings: Argentina Surges After Messi's Hat Trick
Back by popular demand! You know them, you love them: My 2026 FIFA World Cup Power Rankings, featuring the top 10 in this tournament as of Wednesday.
Germany's Ruediger happy with bogeyman image, says any publicity is good publicity
WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina, June 17 : Germany defender Antonio Ruediger is happy being cast as the villain amid criticism of his on-pitch behaviour and said on Wednesday that controversy generates clicks and any publicity was good publicity.
Gakpo says Dutch must be ready for fit-again Isak in Sweden showdown
RIVERSIDE, Missouri, June 17 : Netherlands forward Cody Gakpo said on Wednesday his side must be wary of Liverpool teammate Alexander Isak when they face Sweden in their next World Cup Group F match, after the striker's return to fitness and scoring form.