The 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup kicks off a year today when joint-hosts Mexico get the tournament underway in Mexico City's Azteca Stadium on June 11, 2026.It will be the biggest World Cup, with the format expanding from 32 nations at Qatar 2022 to 48 teams in USA, Mexico and Canada. The result is 104 games across 16 cities in three nations before the new world champion is crowned at New Jersey's Me

Lionel Messi has no shortage of motivation in 2025. His Inter Miami CF won the Supporters' Shield last season, setting an MLS single-season record for points in the process, before being humbly knocked out of the playoffs in Round 1. This year, his second full campaign in the league, marks an opportunity for redemption. It's also the final season of his contract in South Florida.Could the GOAT put

🔊 Which of the Group F favorites will come out on top? Bookmakers lean towards Borussia Dortmund, who could either surprise or disappoint at the Club World Cup. Fluminense, on the other hand, inspires even less confidence, although they shouldn't face major hurdles reaching the playoffs. Thus, the upcoming match is important for determining group standings but is unlikely to be decisive. We'll exp

🔊 Who are the frontrunners for the second spot in Group E? The matches in this group kick off on June 17 with a clash between Argentina's River Plate and Japan's Urawa Red Diamonds from Saitama. The game will take place in Seattle at Lumen Field. Italian side Inter are considered the clear favorites to top the group, making the battle for second place the main intrigue. In this context, we shouldn

🔊 Which team will kick off the Club World Cup with a victory? Success in the upcoming clash is crucial. Neither Ulsan nor Mamelodi Sundowns are considered favorites in Group F. Therefore, only three points will keep their hopes alive for competing against Fluminense and Borussia Dortmund for a playoff spot. The loser can practically wave goodbye to their chances. The upcoming match will take place

🔊 Can Monterrey challenge the Group E favorites, Inter Milan? This group features some truly strong teams, with the Mexican side vying for the second spot alongside Argentina's River Plate and Japan's Urawa Red Diamonds. What can Monterrey achieve in their opening match against the Champions League finalists? To make a well-founded prediction, we need to examine the latest information about the cl

🔊 What will the revamped Manchester City look like at the Club World Cup? Pep Guardiola has continued his summer spending spree, bringing in players who are set to make their debuts for the club soon. They will face Wydad, a formidable opponent by African standards. However, in Group G, they are considered the underdogs and are unlikely to make it to the knockout stages. Nonetheless, one cannot ru

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CHLOE KELLY is living it up on a dream break - before trying to complete a dream double.The Lionesses forward jetted off with Manchester United defender Gabby George and their partners for sun-drenched hols ahead of Euro 2025.Loanee Kelly helped Arsenal to the Champions League crown last month, ending Barcelona's bid for three such titles in a row.Now she's making the most of brief downtime before

DILETTA LEOTTA stole the show as she soaked in some sun ahead of the Club World Cup.The stunning Dazn presenter will be a regular sight on viewers' screens as the broadcaster gears up to televise the new-look tournament.The opening game of the competition ended in a 0-0 draw between the USA's Inter Miami and Egypt's Al Ahly FC in the early hours of this morning - or last night local time.Among tho