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Japan and Brazil in talks to compete in football friendly matches in Singapore

Brazil forward Vinicius Junior (right) fights for the ball with Japan midfielder Ritsu Doan during their World Cup round of 32 match at the Houston Stadium on June 29.

An open letter to FIFA chief Gianni Infantino: Don’t price out the common man

Football fans from around the world have invaded Times Square during the World Cup, making for a beautiful sight.

Toothless world No. 4: England’s draw with Ghana sucks all confidence out of fans

England manager Thomas Tuchel speaking to his players during a hydration break at the World Cup match against Ghana at Boston Stadium on June 23.

Beware defenders, Erling Haaland the Viking is coming

Norway forward Erling Haaland celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the 2026 World Cup Group I football match between Norway and Senegal at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford.

‘Soccer’ takes centre stage as World Cup fever engulfs the United States

France fans at New York's Times Square on June 16 ahead of World Cup match between Les Bleus and Senegal.

Tears follow history as tiny Curacao earn first World Cup point

Goalkeeper Eloy Room of Curacao (centre, partially seen) is embraced by some teammates and staff after the 0-0 draw with Ecuador at the World Cup on June 20.

Loud and proud, Haiti fans bring the noise despite World Cup defeats

Haiti fans swelling with pride at Philadelphia Stadium on June 19, as their national team face Brazil at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

‘Rocky spirit’ needed for Brazil to deliver knockout blow at World Cup

Brazil fans at the Philadelphia Museum of Art ahead of the Selecao's FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Haiti on June 18.

My 15-hour chase for greatness across 2 cities for Messi-Ronaldo at the World Cup

Argentina forward Lionel Messi controls the ball before scoring his team's third goal as Algeria defender Rayan Ait-Nouri pursues him during the World Cup holders' 3-0 win on June 16.

Messi 3, Ronaldo 0: Portugal star feels the blues after draw with DR Congo

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo looks dejected after the match against DR Congo.

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