Canada loses Alphonso Davies for opening match of 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ahead of their World Cup debut, the Canadian national team will be without their captain. Alphonso Davies is set to miss the game against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Moïse Bombito remains in the squad and could feature in Toronto.
2026 World Cup Opening in Mexico City: Shakira, Bocelli, and Hayek at the Stadium. The 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City featured performances by Shakira, Maná, Andrea Bocelli, and Salma Hayek. The tournament began with Mexico's victory over South Africa. The event showcased new anthems and appearances by global stars.
Canada Prepares for World Cup 2026: Fans Torn Between Two Teams. The FIFA World Cup kicks off in Canada. Local fans with dual citizenship face a choice: support Canada or root for their country of origin. The tournament unfolds amid high prices and challenging logistics.
WhatsApp Web and Meta Social Media Outage Impacts Users in Spain. This morning, a WhatsApp Web and Meta social media outage was reported in Spain and other countries. Users experienced issues sending messages and uploading content. There has been no official comment from Meta so far.
Rafael Altamira Archive: Unique Documents Relocated to Alicante. An exhibition dedicated to Rafael Altamira's legacy has opened in Alicante. Archival documents and books are now available to the general public for the first time. The display reveals little-known details of his life and work.
Mexico and Korea Open With Wins at the 2026 World Cup: Second Day Schedule. The 2026 World Cup kicked off with victories for Mexico and Korea. Today brings new opening ceremonies in Toronto and the US, along with matches Canada vs. Bosnia and USA vs. Paraguay. The tournament is being held simultaneously in three countries.
South Korea snatches victory from Czechia thanks to In-Beom's goal. South Korea pulled off a comeback win over Czechia to move up to second place in the group. The decisive goal was scored by Hwang In-Beom. Czechia missed their chance to equalize in the closing moments of the match.
South Korea Snatches Victory from Czechia Thanks to Hwang In-Beom. South Korea secured a comeback win over Czechia at the World Championship. Hwang In-Beom played a decisive role, scoring a goal and providing an assist. The match was marked by intense competition.
South Korea snatches victory from Czech Republic at the World Championship. South Korea managed to turn the tide in their match with the Czech Republic and moved ahead in Group A. The match is taking place in Guadalajara, where the Korean team showed a strong performance in the second half. Now the team occupies second place in the group.
Koreans and Czechs Begin Battle for World Cup 2026 Knockouts. The second Group A match of the 2026 World Cup kicks off in Guadalajara. South Korea and the Czech Republic fight for three points after Mexico’s win. Both squads have announced their starting lineups.
2026 World Cup Kicks Off in Mexico: Canelo, Hayek, Klopp and Müller Headline Opening. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will open in Mexico City. Canelo, Salma Hayek, Jürgen Klopp and Thomas Müller are expected at the stadium. Organizers promise a large-scale show featuring celebrities.
Predictions for the Opening Matches of the 2026 World Cup: Experts vs AI. The opening of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is marked by an unusual standoff: BBC Sport has compared forecasts made by a human expert and artificial intelligence. The focus is on the tournament’s first matches and some unexpected differences in their assessments.
Venezuelan Singer Danny Ocean Opens 2026 World Cup in Mexico City. The World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City featured Danny Ocean. The artist, dressed in a wine-colored suit and accompanied by the Amalia Hernández Ballet, set the tone for the evening. His performance was one of the most memorable moments of the event.
Mexico and South Africa to Open World Cup 2026: A Repeat of the 2010 Kickoff. The FIFA World Cup has kicked off in Mexico City. Mexico and South Africa meet again in the tournament’s first match. Expectations, lineups, and ceremony highlights — in our report.
2026 World Cup Opening to Be Held in Three Host Countries Simultaneously. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will kick off for the first time simultaneously in Mexico, Canada, and the United States. Organizers promise large-scale ceremonies highlighting national traditions and enhanced security measures.
EJAE to Perform at the Opening of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico. Singer EJAE will take part in the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. She will perform the tournament’s official anthem together with Andrea Bocelli. For the first time, K-pop will be part of a ceremony of this level.
Manus Sánchez on RTVE Criticism: The Audience Decides How Open the Channel Is. Manus Sánchez launches the program "El perro andaluz" on RTVE and emphasizes: it is the viewers who determine how open the channel remains to different opinions. The host notes that the management does not limit his choice of guests or topics.
TVE pulls 'Valle Salvaje' off air due to start of 2026 World Cup broadcasts. The series 'Valle Salvaje' will not air on La 1 today. TVE has changed its programming schedule due to the start of the 2026 World Cup. Sports programs and special broadcasts are on air, disrupting the usual lineup of series.
Aboutrika Accuses South Africa Coach of Double Standards Regarding 2026 World Cup. Mohamed Aboutrika has again criticized Hugo Broos for his lack of reproach towards the organizers of the 2026 World Cup. Previously, the South Africa coach had harshly criticized Morocco during the Africa Cup of Nations. The new controversy centers on inconsistencies in evaluating tournaments.
Raúl Jiménez to Start for Mexico at World Cup 2026 Wearing Protective Helmet. Raúl Jiménez will once again lead Mexico’s attack at the start of the World Cup. The forward will take the field wearing a protective helmet after a serious injury. His return has become one of the most talked-about events of the tournament.
Mexico announces squad for 2026 World Cup: betting on experience and new names. Mexico has unveiled its final 26-man roster for the 2026 World Cup. The team brings together seasoned veterans and debutants. The main goal is to advance beyond the quarterfinals at the home tournament.
Scotland National Team Prepares for Haiti Match at 2026 World Cup in USA. Scotland is finalizing preparations for their World Cup debut. The upcoming match against Haiti awaits, with training sessions taking place in the United States. Lineup changes are possible following the win over Bolivia.
DAZN to Open Access to DSPORTS and All 2026 World Cup Matches in Five Latin American Countries. DAZN has reached an agreement with DSPORTS to broadcast all 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup in five Latin American countries. Subscribers will receive live access to the tournament and other top competitions. The decision affects Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Uruguay.
Satirical Song About Curaçao Becomes a Meme Ahead of 2026 World Cup. A song asking “Where is Curaçao?” has unexpectedly become a hit in the run-up to the 2026 World Cup. The meme has spread across social networks and drawn attention to the tournament's least populous country.
World Cup 2026 kicks off in Mexico: tickets at $3,000 and new restrictions. Ahead of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico, expensive tickets, protests and fan restrictions are the main topics of discussion. Authorities are tightening security measures, while FIFA explains its pricing policy. The tournament faces political and logistical challenges.
Favorites and New Faces in the Race for the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot. The FIFA World Cup has kicked off with 48 teams and a record number of matches. All eyes are on the contest for the Golden Boot. Among the main contenders are Mbappé, Kane, Messi, and promising young talents.
World Cup 2026: 48 Coaches, Records, and Unexpected Appointments at the Start of the Tournament. The upcoming World Cup 2026 features 48 coaches from 27 countries. Among them are record holders by age, a generational shift, and historic appointments. For the first time, Brazil will be led by a foreign coach.
World Cup 2026 Has Begun: New Rules, 48 Teams, and Historic Farewells. The first-ever World Cup featuring 48 national teams has kicked off in the USA, Mexico, and Canada. The tournament is being played under updated rules and may mark the final appearance for Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
World Cup 2026 kicks off in Mexico: a record number of matches and teams. Mexico is hosting the largest FIFA World Cup ever. The tournament comes amid political tensions between the host nations and a record expansion in the number of participants.
Chilean TV to Broadcast 52 Matches of the 2026 World Cup: Schedule and Broadcast Details. Chilevisión will provide free-to-air broadcasts of 34 World Cup 2026 matches in Chile. In total, Chilean viewers will be able to watch 52 tournament games. The schedule includes key group stage matches and new broadcast formats.
Javier Aguirre Counts on Mexico Team’s Mental Resilience. Javier Aguirre has expressed full confidence in Mexico’s preparation for the start of the World Cup. The coach highlighted the importance of psychological readiness and team unity. Some forced changes have occurred in the squad due to injuries.
World Cup 2026 Kicks Off: New Rules, 48 Teams, and Free Broadcasts. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place for the first time across three countries. Spanish viewers will be able to watch matches for free on La 1 and RTVE Play. The tournament will feature 48 national teams, with the final to be held in New York.
RTVE Launches Record Digital Broadcast of 2026 World Cup Matches. RTVE has announced the largest digital broadcast in its history for the 2026 World Cup. Matches, exclusive shows, and live broadcasts will be available on RTVE Play and YouTube. In focus: new formats and expanded access.
Saudi Arabia and Senegal Play Test Match Ahead of 2026 World Cup in the USA. A friendly match between Saudi Arabia and Senegal took place in San Antonio. The game was part of preparations for the 2026 World Cup. Spanish fans were left without a live broadcast.
World Cup Bid Failure: How Puebla Invested Millions for a Football Festival. The Puebla authorities spent hundreds of thousands of euros renovating the stadium in hopes of hosting the World Cup. After their bid failed, the city organized a high-profile match against Spain, turning it into a major event for football fans.
