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What time is the US World Cup game?

The Americans — who enter the tournament ranked No. 17 in the world — hope that matches on their home soil can lead to a World Cup breakthrough.

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Left / center-leftMan Utd legend Wayne Rooney names his three ‘favourites’ to win the World Cup

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CenterWhat time is the US World Cup game?

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Right / center-right‘Wonder why that is…’ – Fans fume at amount of empty seats in just second World Cup clash of tournament

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KARE11 (Tegna, Minneapolis)News report · Jun 12, 1:17 AM

What time is the US World Cup game?

The Americans — who enter the tournament ranked No. 17 in the world — hope that matches on their home soil can lead to a World Cup breakthrough.

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Metro UKNews report · Jun 12, 5:20 AM

Man Utd legend Wayne Rooney names his three ‘favourites’ to win the World Cup

Former England and Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney (Picture: Getty) Former Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney rates England as one of the three ‘favourites’ to win the World Cup....

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Santa Fe New MexicanNews report · Jun 12, 5:00 AM

Christian Pulisic ready to shoulder burden of U.S. hopes in home World Cup opener vs Paraguay

Christian Pulisic is the most accomplished and most famous player on his national team at the exact time when his nation is hosting a World Cup.

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The Post-Standard (Syracuse)News report · Jun 12, 4:23 AM

Experts update USA vs. Paraguay predictions after first day of World Cup action

Read this updated preview for Friday's World Cup game between the United States and Paraguay. Explore the different Polymarket markets available for the game.

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KCRA3 Sacramento (Hearst)News report · Jun 12, 4:23 AM

As demand rises for World Cup tickets, scammers are cashing in

FBI warns Americans about World Cup-related scams as tournament gets underway.

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WPLG Local 10 (Berkshire/Graham, Miami)News report · Jun 12, 4:21 AM

Hwang In-beom sparks South Korea’s 2-1 comeback win over the Czech Republic at the World Cup

GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) — Hwang In-beom scored a goal and set up another as South Korea rallied to defeat the Czech Republic 2-1 in the second match of the 2026 World Cup on Thursday night.

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Financial Times - WorldNews report · Jun 12, 4:16 AM

Simon Kuper’s World Cup: football’s unlikely linguists

As football globalised, many players became polyglots

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France 24News report · Jun 12, 4:15 AM

South Korea defeat Czech Republic to make strong World Cup start

South Korea won their first World Cup match on Thursday beating the Czech Republic 2-1, thanks to a decisive late goal from substitute Oh Hyeon-gyu.

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The IndependentNews report · Jun 12, 4:13 AM

World Cup kicks off in Mexico City and other top photos from Latin America and the Caribbean

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India TodayNews report · Jun 12, 4:07 AM

World Cup: Hwang In-beom fires South Korea to 2-1 comeback victory over Czechia

World Cup Hwang Inbeom fires South Korea to comeback victory over Czechia

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Channel NewsAsiaNews report · Jun 12, 4:06 AM

South Korea snatch 2-1 win over Czech Republic in World Cup opener

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The HinduNews report · Jun 12, 4:04 AM

FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi, Neymar and Ronaldo are now on Kerala’s mundus

As World Cup fever sweeps Kerala, designers and stores are creating customised mundus, lungis, and wraps featuring star football players and popular team colours for fans. Here is how you c...

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CBS News WorldNews report · Jun 12, 3:57 AM

The 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule and how to watch

With 104 World Cup games being played in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, it's like "a Super Bowl every single day for five weeks," U.S. team captain Tim Ream told CBS News.

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WCNC Charlotte (Tegna)News report · Jun 12, 3:35 AM

Charlotte sports fans excited for start of the World Cup

The World Cup began on Thursday and Charlotte sports fans are showing enthusiasm for the tournament.

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The Sun UKNews report · Jun 12, 3:28 AM

‘Wonder why that is…’ – Fans fume at amount of empty seats in just second World Cup clash of tournament

WORLD CUP fans were seething after the second showdown of the tournament was played in front of huge amounts of empty seats. South Korea came from behind to seal a 2-1 win over Czech Republ...

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WLWT Cincinnati (Hearst)News report · Jun 12, 3:23 AM

Sports betting popularity in Ohio continues to climb amid World Cup, NBA Finals

It's been more than three years since sports betting became legal in Ohio. It's now a multibillion-dollar industry in the Buckeye State.

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News24 (South Africa)News report · Jun 12, 3:20 AM

News24 | Bafana player ratings | Mbokazi held firm, most went into hiding in messy World Cup opener

When the whole world was watching, Bafana Bafana players went into hiding after losing their opening game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup 2-0 to Mexico at the Estadio Azteca on Thursday.

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Philadelphia InquirerNews report · Jun 12, 3:17 AM

AP Top World Cup News at 11:17 p.m. EDT

AP Top World Cup News at 11:17 p.m. EDT

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KMBC9 (Hearst, Kansas City)News report · Jun 12, 2:45 AM

Kansas City World Cup volunteers ready to welcome fans for FIFA 2026

Thousands applied to volunteer for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Kansas City. One longtime soccer fan says the tournament will be bigger than anything the city has seen.

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GB NewsNews report · Jun 12, 2:38 AM

Sky TV update aims to fix one of the most frustrating things about Sky Sports, BBC, and ITV for World Cup

If you're planning to watch the World Cup on Sky Glass or Sky Stream, the British broadcaster is promising to "bring live sport closer to the moment" by reducing latency in its streams. It...

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Courthouse NewsNews report · Jun 12, 2:28 AM

Myriad Mexico City welcomes the World Cup

The only country to ever host three World Cups celebrates amid a national dialogue of frustration and anguish.

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WPIX PIX11 (Nexstar, New York)News report · Jun 12, 1:48 AM

Here is the list of free World Cup watch parties in NYC

NEW YORK (PIX11) — The 2026 FIFA World Cup is just getting underway, and New Yorkers may not need to go too far to find a free watch party. A roster of free city watch parties for the World...

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Toronto SunNews report · Jun 12, 1:41 AM

Alphonso Davies out for now. But when will Canada’s captain appear in World Cup?

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MRI test results "showed very positive signs"

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Al.com (Alabama News)News report · Jun 12, 1:30 AM

Upgraded Fan Duel promo code offers $350 in bonuses for South Korea vs. Czechia in the World Cup

The World Cup continues tonight when South Korea faces Czechia at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara. A Fan Duel promo code isn't required to start earning $350 in bonuses with a $5 bet on the ma...

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Fort Worth ReportNews report · Jun 12, 1:30 AM

DFW Airport readies for FIFA World Cup visitors

Preparations are in place at DFW Airport for an expected increase in passenger traffic during the World Cup tournament.

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ABC News AustraliaNews report · Jun 12, 1:25 AM

Shakira kickstarts World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City

The World Cup 2026 opens with a vibrant ceremony as Shakira, Andrea Bocelli and a cavalcade of Latino stars blend with Indigenous Mexican displays at the Estadio Azteca.

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WVEC 13News Now (Tegna, Norfolk)News report · Jun 12, 1:17 AM

What time is the US World Cup game?

The Americans — who enter the tournament ranked No. 17 in the world — hope that matches on their home soil can lead to a World Cup breakthrough.

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KABC / ABC7 Los AngelesNews report · Jun 12, 12:55 AM

World Cup 2026 in LA: Everything you need to know about watch parties, fan events, pop-ups

Here's a list of local watch parties for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, official fan festivals and things to know as the tournament gets underway.

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Rolling StoneNews report · Jun 12, 12:41 AM

How to Buy Tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Here's where ticket prices stand as the group stage gets underway

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Al Jazeera EnglishNews report · Jun 12, 12:36 AM

DR Congo arrive in the US for the World Cup after Ebola quarantine

DRC squad arrived on a flight from Paris after US authorities insisted they serve a 21-day quarantine period elsewhere.

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OregonianNews report · Jun 12, 12:00 AM

Portland’s soccer fans celebrate World Cup with outdoor watch party

The 2026 World Cup has finally begun and "Soccer City, USA" knows how to celebrate.

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Guardian AustraliaNews report · Jun 11, 11:55 PM

Socceroos celebrate migrant roots and address anti-immigration sentiment before World Cup – video

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The Socceroos have addressed growing anti-immigration sentiment in a powerful video message before the World Cup, speaking of their pride in their heritage and playing for the national team...

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NBC NewsNews report · Jun 11, 11:23 PM

Die-hard soccer fans share their unique traditions as the World Cup kicks off

As the World Cup kicks off, some die-hard soccer supporters are sharing their unique fan traditions. NBC News’ Jesse Kirsch reports.

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WDAF FOX4 (Nexstar, Kansas City)News report · Jun 11, 11:05 PM

Riders, Connect KC26 pleased with first day of World Cup transportation

Connect KC26, a transportation system created for the World Cup in Kansas City, began service on Thursday with positive reviews from riders.

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Vanguard (Nigeria)News report · Jun 11, 10:57 PM

5 World Cup matches with the most red cards in history

Mexico and South Africa’s 2026 World Cup opener will be remembered for all the wrong reasons after a chaotic contest produced three red cards, joining an infamous list of the tournament’s m...

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The TelegraphNews report · Jun 11, 10:36 PM

Three red cards, two goals and the Azteca in full cry – the World Cup is under way

Three red cards, two goals and the Azteca in full cry – the World Cup is under way

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The Sun (US)News report · Jun 11, 10:27 PM

World Cup icon’s gorgeous Wag stuns in Mexico colours as she cheers him and team-mates on in South Africa win

MEXICO legend Guillermo Ochoa was cheered on by his gorgeous Wag from the stands in their World Cup opener. The iconic goalkeeper is in El Tricolor's tournament squad for the SIXTH time in...

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The Spokesman-Review (Spokane)News report · Jun 11, 10:25 PM

USMNT goalkeeper Matt Freese blocks out criticism ahead of World Cup opener - Thu, 11 Jun 2026 PST

IRVINE, Calif. – Matt Freese is aware of the history. Before he ascended to the U.S. men’s national team, like any other young goalkeeper in the United States, he was a fan of Tim Howard, o...

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