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What time is the US World Cup game?

Headlines range from practical game times to celebrating fan excitement, criticizing empty seats, and praising the opening ceremony.

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Left / center-leftEntertaining, even educational: Mexico’s World Cup opening ceremony delivers

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CenterWhat time is the US World Cup game?

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Right / center-rightWorld Cup embarrassment as hundreds of seats are left empty for South Korea-Czechia... despite FIFA boasting of 'unprecedented' d...

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WFMY News 2 (Tegna, Greensboro)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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ABC News Australia Top StoriesNews report · Jun 12, 7:02 AM

Wild scenes in Mexico City as fans fill the streets after World Cup opener

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Thousands of Mexican fans spill onto the streets of Mexico City after El Tri's opening World Cup triumph against South Africa.

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Daily MailNews report · Jun 12, 6:56 AM

World Cup embarrassment as hundreds of seats are left empty for South Korea-Czechia... despite FIFA boasting of 'unprecedented' demand

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The row over ticketing pricing is proving to be a PR disaster for FIFA on the opening day of the tournament.

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The Guardian UKNews report · Jun 12, 6:41 AM

Entertaining, even educational: Mexico’s World Cup opening ceremony delivers

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The show featuring a host of Latin American talent raced along and was over in a flash, leaving those at the Estadio Azteca wanting more ITV’s Mark Pougatch could barely contain his excitem...

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GB NewsNews report · Jun 12, 6:22 AM

World Cup 2026 day two: Mexico and South Korea kick off campaigns with wins, two games to come

The World Cup is underway with both Mexico and South Korea winning their opening games, as the US and Canada prepare to play later. Co-hosts Mexico comfortably saw off South Africa 2-0, in...

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Irish IndependentNews report · Jun 12, 6:15 AM

World Cup, Day Two: Mexico get tournament started with win while co-hosts get ready for action

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Wales OnlineNews report · Jun 12, 5:59 AM

Mexico travel advice as millions head the World Cup 2026

Football fans and tourists from across the world are in Mexico this summer after the World Cup kicked off

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KING5 (Tegna, Seattle)News report · Jun 12, 5:18 AM

Seattle Fire Department ready for heat-related emergencies as World Cup crowds arrive

Record high temperatures are possible when Seattle hosts its first World Cup match on Monday, June 15.

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WPLG Local 10 (Berkshire/Graham, Miami)News report · Jun 12, 4:57 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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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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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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ForbesNews report · Jun 12, 4:15 AM

Collection Of World Cup Jerseys Brings Soccer History To Life

The exhibit was curated by Match Worn Shirt, a Dutch-based company that specializes in auctioning game-worn jerseys.

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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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BBC NewsNews report · Jun 12, 4:11 AM

'There's a World Cup happening?' Are Americans excited about tournament?

With the World Cup under way, how excited are people across the United States - and do they even know it's on?

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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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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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The Japan TimesNews report · Jun 12, 3:47 AM

Iran’s World Cup team finds support from fans in Mexico

The Iran side, known as Team Melli, is navigating uncharted waters.

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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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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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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?

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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The Globe and MailNews report · Jun 12, 1:18 AM

Mexico fans get the party started in Canadian bars as World Cup kicks off

Atmosphere in Toronto and Vancouver was otherwise subdued as both cities await first matches

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KHOU11 (Tegna, Houston)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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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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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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Fox NewsNews report · Jun 12, 1:06 AM

USA Today columnist says United States has already 'lost' the World Cup because of politics, Donald Trump

USA Today columnist Nancy Armour claims the 2026 FIFA World Cup reveals America as a hateful nation, inaccurately blaming Trump and ticket prices.

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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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Daily KosNews report · Jun 12, 12:01 AM

The World Cup kicks off—so do the controversies

Donald Trump's anti-immigrant policies are souring the mood as visitors are descending upon the U.S., Mexico, and Canada for the international soccer tournament.

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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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