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2026 FIFA World Cup

7 reasons Ivory Coast will finally break their World Cup curse after triumph in 2026 opener

Beyond the three points, here are seven reasons why we're convinced that this is finally the year when the Elephants reach the knockouts.

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Onuoha praises Diomande's impact in Ivory Coast's win over Ecuador

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World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, latest news as Japan snatch draw - June 15

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JUNE 14 ACTION

Germany's demolition of Curaçao shows pros and cons of expanded World Cup

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Japan justify sleeper credentials with dramatic draw vs. Netherlands

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MOROCCO DRAW WITH BRAZIL

Morocco's Bouaddi made Casemiro, and Brazil, look old

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Dove on Bouaddi: 'A star was born' for Morocco in Brazil draw

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JUNE 15

The joy and wonder of Cabo Verde's unlikely World Cup journey

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De Bruyne excited to 'compete like old times' with Salah at World Cup

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FOLARIN BALOGUN

Why Folarin Balogun chose to play for USMNT instead of England or Nigeria

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Balogun makes this USMNT side better, including its star, Pulisic

TRANSFER TALK

Transfer rumors, news: Roma to move for ex-Man United striker Greenwood?

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Men's transfer grades: Barcelona get a B for Gordon

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