'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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Curacao have nothing to lose on World Cup debut, says Advocaat
HOUSTON, June 13 : Tiny Curacao have nothing to lose as they make their World Cup debut against Germany in Houston on Sunday, says coach Dick Advocaat, who has a plan to be disrupters at the finals.
Netherlands use pressure to drive bid for elusive World Cup triumph
June 13 : The Netherlands are putting pressure on themselves to go far in the World Cup, says coach Ronald Koeman, but are not looking beyond their opening Group F encounter against Japan in Dallas on Sunday as they hunt down the elusive trophy.
Tunisia aiming for winning start in World Cup clash with Sweden
June 13 : Tunisia won't be content to sit back in their World Cup Group F opening match against Sweden at the Estadio Monterrey on Sunday, with coach Sabri Lamouchi saying he would be sending his players out to score goals.
Sweden set for Tunisia showdown after rocky road to World Cup
June 13 : Sweden are set for their opening World Cup match against Tunisia in Monterrey on Sunday but it has been a long and winding road to get here for the team and coach Graham Potter.
Netherlands’ Van Hecke seeks to emulate uncle’s success
DALLAS: If Netherlands defender Jan Paul van Hecke is to keep up family tradition, he will need to go all the way to the World Cup final.
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Van Hecke seeks to emulate uncle's success
DALLAS, June 13 : If Netherlands defender Jan Paul van Hecke is to keep up family tradition, he will need to go all the way to next month’s World Cup final.