US coach Mauricio Pochettino has eased concerns about Christian Pulisic's fitness ahead of the World Cup match against Australia. Pulisic, who was substituted at halftime in the win over Paraguay, trained individually but is expected to be ready.
Australia's assistant coach Hayden Foxe stated the Socceroos are mature enough to handle World Cup hype ahead of their match against co-hosts the USA, dismissing the need to shield players from social media or external comments.
Lionel Messi's move to Inter Miami in 2023 has been a transformative two-and-a-half years, leading the team to their first championship. Now, as he prepares for his potential final World Cup, his presence offers American fans an unexpected chance to witness his international curtain call.
Asian confederation teams have extended an unbeaten run against European opponents to four games at the World Cup. While early, this trend suggests a potential shift in global football power dynamics, with teams like Japan and South Korea displaying improved tactics and confidence.
Jogos emocionantes na Copa do Mundo com goleada da Alemanha sobre Curaçao (7-1), empate entre Holanda e Japão (2-2) e vitória da Costa do Marfim contra o Equador (1-0). Suécia lidera Grupo F.
DAZN's soccer-only plan, advertised as "980 yen," has drawn widespread criticism for being a one-year contract totaling at least 26,340 yen, leading users to feel "deceived" and call it a "dark pattern." Despite an apology, the display remains unchanged, fueling user frustration over past issues and the lack of exclusive content alternatives.
Nestory Irankunda, 20, made history as the youngest Socceroos player to score in a World Cup match, netting the opening goal against Türkiye. The Adelaide-born player's achievement has sparked immense pride and emotion within his family and community.
Connor Metcalfe, scorer of the winning goal for the Socceroos against Turkey, described the historic World Cup victory as "crazy" and a "memory I'll never forget." The team faced a grueling recovery schedule after arriving back in Oakland at 5 am following a late match in Vancouver. They are now focusing on recuperation before their next match against the United States.
DAZNはサッカー専用プラン「DAZN Soccer」の料金表示でユーザーを誤解させたとして謝罪したが、批判は収まらず炎上状態が続いている。年間契約を月額プランのように見せた表示や、一部ユーザーのみを対象とした救済措置に反発が集まっている。
Socceroos star Nestory Irankunda stated that Türkiye's players were unable to support their pre-match claims of dominance during Australia's 2-0 World Cup victory. Despite Türkiye's high possession, they failed to score, while Australia executed a successful counter-attacking strategy.
Un cruce en Queens, Nueva York, ha sido nombrado Pelé para conmemorar el 50 aniversario del debut del legendario futbolista en Estados Unidos con el New York Cosmos. El evento atrajo a miles de aficionados y periodistas, impulsando el fútbol en el país.
Mark Schwarzer, a former Socceroos goalkeeper, draws parallels between his own World Cup experiences and the current situation with goalkeepers Pat Beach and Mat Ryan. Beach's stellar performance in a recent match has put him in the spotlight, while Ryan, the captain, was unexpectedly benched.
Nestory Irankunda, 20, celebrated his first goal for Australia on World Cup debut against Türkiye by mimicking Tim Cahill's iconic celebration. Irankunda, inspired by Cahill, planned the tribute beforehand and hopes Cahill acknowledges it. His friend Mo Toure witnessed the goal and the planned celebration.
The New York Knicks have won the NBA title, ending a 53-year drought. Celebrations in Manhattan turned chaotic, with arrests, stabbings, and vandalism reported, though less severe than some European counterparts.
A new generation of young Socceroos, exemplified by Nestory Irankunda, is rekindling the sense of wonder and possibility last seen in the 2006 World Cup squad. Despite not yet reaching the status of past greats, this fearless team, with an average age of 24.6, is showing promise and a new World Cup formula.
Australian fans celebrated wildly in Melbourne's Federation Square after the Socceroos secured a 2-0 victory over Turkey in their FIFA World Cup opener. Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe scored in the win, marking a significant start to Australia's campaign.
Germany, Netherlands, Côte d'Ivoire, and Sweden begin their World Cup campaigns on Sunday. The guide includes match times, broadcast details, and key players to watch for each game.
DAZN's "Soccer" plan pricing controversy persists despite an apology. Users are outraged by the "monthly 980 yen" display obscuring a 26,340 yen annual commitment, calling it a dark pattern. DAZN's response, focusing on UI errors rather than the deceptive pricing itself, has widened the perception gap.
Thousands of South Australian fans, many wearing green and gold, gathered in Adelaide to watch the Socceroos defeat Türkiye 2-0. Adelaide's Nestory Irankunda scored the opening goal, with five local players in the squad. Police are investigating flare incidents at the venue.
Nestory Irankunda, 20, became the youngest Socceroos scorer in World Cup history with a goal against Turkey in Vancouver. The Watford forward, born in a Tanzanian refugee camp, has had a remarkable journey, including training with Harry Kane at Bayern Munich.
Nestory Irankunda, 20, made history as the youngest Socceroos scorer in a World Cup match, netting the opener in a 2-0 victory against Turkey in Vancouver. The Watford forward, a former refugee from Tanzania, has had a remarkable journey, including training with Harry Kane at Bayern Munich.
The Socceroos began their World Cup campaign with a 2-0 victory over Türkiye, leading to widespread celebrations in Australia. Melbourne's Federation Square hosted a large viewing party, with fans expressing excitement and pride despite past concerns about crowd behavior.
Socceroos goalkeeper Patrick Beach starred in Australia's 2-0 win against Turkey in Vancouver, making crucial saves while Nestory Irankunda scored the opening goal. The team's performance and fan support created an "unbelievable moment."
Tony Popovic made a stunning selection call for Australia's World Cup match against Türkiye, benching captain Mat Ryan and vice-captain Jackson Irvine. He started 22-year-old Patrick Beach in goal and Paul Okon-Engstler in midfield, decisions that paid off as Beach made crucial saves and Okon-Engstler assisted the opening goal.
