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US eases restriction on Iran’s World Cup team, allowing travel 2 days before next match

WASHINGTON: The US is easing its restrictions on Iran’s World Cup team, allowing the squad to travel into the country two days before their next match, the US Department of Homeland Security said Tuesday. The team will still be required to leave after Friday’s match in Seattle, a department spokesperson said. A spokesperson for the Iran Football Federation confirmed that the team will leave their base camp in Tijuana, Mexico, on Wednesday for Seattle. “This was planned on our end,” Andrew Giuliani, the executive director of the White House FIFA Task Force, told The Associated Press. “We were going to look at how the first two movements went, and if they went smoothly, we would extend the extra day in light of the longer travel time.” Iran’s squad have complained about the travel restrictions levied on the team, and the challenges the team have faced since the outbreak of war.

Trump to present trophy at World Cup final, says Infantino

NEW YORK, June 23 : U.S. President Donald Trump will be on hand to present the World Cup final trophy on July 19 at New York New Jersey Stadium, FIFA president Gianni Infantino said on Tuesday.

Ohio State to enshrine Jim Tressel in ring of honor Sept. 5 - ESPN

Former Ohio State coach Jim Tressel will be enshrined in the Ohio Stadium Ring of Honor when the team opens the 2026 season Sept. 5 against Ball State.

PREVIEW-Ivory Coast chase runners-up slot while Curacao eye upset

PHILADELPHIA, June 23 : Tiny Curacao had previously given themselves little chance against the Ivory Coast at the World Cup, but a draw in their last group game with Ecuador might well have changed their perspective.

Colombia’s last training session before World Cup match against Congo suspended because of storm

GUADALAJARA: Colombia’s final training session before their World Cup game against Congo was suspended because of a storm on Monday. Colombia players were practicing at a training center in Guadalajara when they were told to take shelter. They had practiced for less than 30 minutes when the session had to be suspended. The players finished the session in a gym, the Colombian soccer federation said. Congo practiced in the morning in the United States before traveling to Guadalajara later Monday. It will be the second Group K game for both teams. Colombia opened with a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan, while Congo played to a 1-1 draw with Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal.

Edmonton Oilers announce hiring of Mike Babcock as new head coach

The Edmonton Oilers have brought Mike Babcock out of retirement as the NHL team's new head coach.

Tennis Canada announces plans for new Montreal stadium with retractable roof

Tennis Canada plans to build a new centre-court stadium with a retractable roof in Montreal as part of a major modernization of its facilities at Jarry Park, saying the project is necessary to keep pace with rising standards on the professional tours.

England, Ghana eye last 32 as Portugal look for lift-off

LOS ANGELES, USA: England will aim to become the latest of the World Cup big guns to book their place in the knockout rounds on Tuesday as Portugal attempt to kickstart their campaign after a lacklustre opening draw. A day after Argentina and France sailed into the last 32, England face Ghana in Group L knowing that victory will see them safely into the next phase of the tournament. England launched their campaign last week with a stylish 4-2 win over Croatia, a result that has given the Three Lions camp fresh belief as they chase a first major championship win in 60 years. With captain Harry Kane scoring twice and Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham netting, England midfielder Declan Rice believes Thomas Tuchel’s squad should be a match for any team in the tournament. Rice said Monday the challenge for England will be reproducing the swashbuckling attacking display that marked their second-half performance against Croatia. “We know as players the level, we know what’s required, and that second-half performance was probably the benchmark for us in terms of having to start the game at that level,” Rice said. “We believe that if we can do that from the opening minute, with the players that we also have to come on and finish the game, we can beat any opponent in the world. “We want to be confident in our abilities and what we can do on the pitch.” England’s German manager Tuchel meanwhile says his team are already embracing the pressure that comes with a World Cup campaign. “There are emotions involved and you can at some point feel the tension and feel the pressure.

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US eases restriction on Iran’s World Cup team, allowing travel 2 days before next match

Trump to present trophy at World Cup final, says Infantino

Ohio State to enshrine Jim Tressel in ring of honor Sept. 5 - ESPN

PREVIEW-Ivory Coast chase runners-up slot while Curacao eye upset

Colombia’s last training session before World Cup match against Congo suspended because of storm

Edmonton Oilers announce hiring of Mike Babcock as new head coach

Tennis Canada announces plans for new Montreal stadium with retractable roof

England, Ghana eye last 32 as Portugal look for lift-off