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FIFA World Cup 2026: Group stages of 23rd edition rewrites record books

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 04:59:34 GMT

New York [US], June 29 (ANI): The group stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 concluded after thrilling action, with the expanded 48-team tournament producing record-breaking numbers both on and off the pitch across co-host nations Canada, Mexico and the United States.

The first-ever 48-team FIFA World Cup brought together more nations, players and fans than any previous edition, with 72 group-stage matches played acr

FIFA World Cup 2026: Nagelsmann says Germany focused on team success ahead of Paraguay clash

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 02:31:05 GMT

Massachusetts [US], June 29 (ANI): Ahead of the Round of 32 clash against Paraguay in the FIFA World Cup 2026, Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann said his sole focus is on the team's success and helping his players perform, insisting he has nothing to prove personally as his side prepares for its upcoming international fixture.

Speaking at a pre-match press conference, Nagelsmann said creating the right atmosph

FIFA World Cup 2026: Harry Kane becomes England's all-time WC top scorer

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:30:14 GMT

Los Angeles [US], June 28 (ANI): Harry Kane became England's outright leading goal scorer in FIFA World Cup history on Saturday, netting his 11th World Cup goal during the team's final Group L match against Panama in Group L fixture in New Jersey on Saturday.

Kane had drawn level with Gary Lineker's long-standing record of 10 goals in England's opening victory over Croatia, before surpassing it with a second-half

FIFA World Cup 2026: England cruise to 2-0 win over Panama; Seals group L top spot

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 23:30:02 GMT

Los Angeles [US], June 28 (ANI): Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane scored as England eased to a 2-0 victory over Panama in their crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L match in New Jersey on Saturday.

Jude Bellingham delivered a standout performance with a goal and an assist, while Harry Kane also got on the scoresheet as England secured a 2-0 win.

Panama ended their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with zero points

(SP)U.S.-NEW JERSEY-FOOTBALL-FIFA WORLD CUP-GROUP L-PAN VS ENG

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 22:48:04 GMT

(260628) -- NEW JERSEY, June 28, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A fan of Panama cheers before the group L match between Panama and England at New York New Jersey Stadium in New Jersey, the United States, June 27, 2026. (Xinhua/Cao Can)

FIFA World Cup 2026: Meghalaya launches Fan Park in Shillong as football fever grips the state

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 17:58:36 GMT

Shillong (Meghalaya) [India], June 27 (ANI): The Meghalaya government has added to the excitement of the FIFA World Cup 2026 by inaugurating a dedicated Football Fan Park in Shillong, giving supporters a common venue to watch matches live on giant LED screens free of cost as the tournament is set to enter its decisive knockout phase.

Set up at the SRGT Parking Lot, the Fan Park is aimed at bringing together footb

(SP)U. S.-NEW YORK-FOOTBALL-FIFA WORLD CUP-PRESS CONFERENCE-ENGLAND

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 06:15:31 GMT

(260627) -- NEW YORK, June 27, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Head coach of England Thomas Tuchel (R) and player Marc Guehi attend a press conference at the FIFA World Cup 2026 in New York New Jersey Stadium, the United States, on June 26, 2026. (Xinhua/Xu Chang)

(SP)U. S.-NEW YORK-FOOTBALL-FIFA WORLD CUP-PRESS CONFERENCE-PANAMA

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 06:15:20 GMT

(260627) -- NEW YORK, June 27, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Head coach of Panama Thomas Christiansen attends a press conference at the FIFA World Cup 2026 in New York New Jersey Stadium, the United States, on June 26, 2026. (Xinhua/Xu Chang)

Maple Leafs pick F Gavin McKenna No. 1 in NHL draft

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 23:19:17 GMT

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The Toronto Maple Leafs selected forward Gavin McKenna with the No. 1 overall pick of the NHL draft on Friday in Buffalo, N.Y.

The 18-year-old McKenna was widely expected to be the top pick after a standout freshman season at Penn State, where he tallied 51 points (15 goals, 36 assists) in 35 games. McKenna also played for Team Canada in the World Junior Championshi

FIFA World Cup 2026: Ecuador's threat not to be underestimated after win over Germany

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:33:17 GMT

New Jersey [US], June 26 (ANI): Ecuador secured a sensational, headline-making 2-1 win over Germany in their final Group E FIFA World Cup clash at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on June 25, registering a place in the round of 32 and in the World Cup knockouts for only the second time.

Having registered the best finish back in the 2006 edition in Germany by qualifying for the round of 16, Ecuador managed to win des

(SP)U.S.-NEW JERSEY-FOOTBALL-FIFA WORLD CUP-GROUP E-ECU VS GER

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:15:56 GMT

(260626) -- NEW JERSEY, June 26, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Fans of Ecuador pose for photos before the group E match between Ecuador and Germany at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at New York New Jersey Stadium in New York, the United States, June 25, 2026. (Xinhua/Cao Can)

(SP)U. S.-NEW YORK-FOOTBALL-FIFA WORLD CUP-PRESS CONFERENCE-GERMANY

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:47:02 GMT

(260625) -- NEW YORK, June 25, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Head coach Julian Nagelsmann of Germany attends a press conference ahead of the group E match between Germany and Ecuador at the FIFA World Cup 2026 at New York New Jersey Stadium, the United States, on June 24, 2026. (Xinhua/Xu Chang)

(SP)U. S.-NEW YORK-FOOTBALL-FIFA WORLD CUP-PRESS CONFERENCE-ECUADOR

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:45:40 GMT

(260625) -- NEW YORK, June 25, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Sebastian Beccacece (R), head coach of Ecuador, and player Jordy Caicedo attend a press conference ahead of the group E match between Ecuador and Germany at the FIFA World Cup 2026 at New York New Jersey Stadium, the United States, on June 24, 2026. (Xinhua/Xu Chang)

FIFA World Cup 2026: Neymar makes long-awaited return for Brazil, features in his 4th World Cup

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:58:18 GMT

Florida [US], June 25 (ANI): Neymar Jr. took the field for Brazil for the first time since 2023 as the 34-year-old came off the bench in the closing stages of Brazil's 3-0 win over Scotland in the Group C clash of the FIFA World Cup 2026, on Wednesday, June 24 (local time). Neymar marked his return to field after recovering from a calf injury.

Neymar not only marked his first appearance in the ongoing World Cup b

FIFA World Cup 2026: Neymar named on bench for Brazil against Scotland, Rayan replaces Raphinha

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:57:45 GMT

Florida [US], June 25 (ANI): Neymar Jr. has been named on the bench for Brazil's final FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C match against Scotland, marking his return to the squad after recovering from a calf injury. Meanwhile, forward Rayan comes in to replace the injured winger Raphinha.

Neymar has not taken a field for Brazil since October 2023, when he suffered a serious anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury during

New York Giants | 2026 Saints opponent profile

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:30:31 GMT

Saints battle the Giants on the road in Week 6

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The New Orleans Saints head to New Jersey to take on the New York Giants in Metlife Stadium in Week 6 on October 18, 2026 at 12:00 pm on FOX. The Saints have won three consecutive games against the Giants as both teams look to return to the playoffs with neither team advancing to the postseason in 2025.

Let's take a deeper look at the Saints

Kane not finished after World Cup record

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 01:48:53 GMT

NEW JERSEY, United States, June 27 (Xinhua) -- Harry Kane said he hoped England could achieve more landmark moments at the World Cup after becoming its all-time leading scorer at the tournament on Saturday.

Jude Bellingham volleyed in from a corner before providing the cross for Kane to head in his 11th World Cup goal as England clinched top spot in Group L.

The goal saw the Bayern Munich striker surpass

Kane record helps England top Group L

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:47:11 GMT

NEW JERSEY, United States, June 27 (Xinhua) -- Harry Kane became England's all-time leading World Cup scorer as Thomas Tuchel's side beat Panama 2-0 on Saturday to finish top of Group L.

Jude Bellingham broke Panama's resistance with a 62nd-minute strike before Kane headed in his 11th World Cup goal, surpassing the record he shared with Gary Lineker.

The result left England with seven points, one ahead of

Dembele hat-trick powers France to 4-1 win over Norway as Haaland rests (updated)

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:15:45 GMT

BOSTON, June 26 (Xinhua) -- France forward Ousmane Dembele scored a first-half hat-trick as Les Bleus beat Norway 4-1 to win Group I at Boston Stadium on Friday, while Norway rested star Erling Haaland on the bench.

Both teams had already clinched places in the round of 32 before the group finale: France would top the group with a win or a draw, while Norway needed victory to finish first.

The first half

Dembele hat-trick powers France to 4-1 win over Norway as Haaland rests

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:47:35 GMT

Both teams had already clinched places in the round of 32 before the group finale: France would top the group with a win or a draw, while Norway needed victory to finish first.

The first half

New Jersey congresswoman claims immunity at Third Circuit amid ICE assault charges

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:34:17 GMT

WILMINGTON, Del. (CN) - U.S. Representative LaMonica McIver faced off against the Justice Department at the Third Circuit on Wednesday, as the Trump administration accuses the Democratic lawmaker of attacking federal officers outside an immigrant detention facility.

McIver faces three counts of assaulting, resisting, impeding and interfering with a federal officer during a May 2025 incident just outside the

Police investigate bomb threat made to Qantas flight enroute to Dubbo

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:46:06 GMT

Police investigate bomb threat made to Qantas flight enroute to Dubbo

DNA used to tie Stamford man to seized firearms, police say

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:07:47 GMT

DNA used to tie Stamford man to seized firearms, police say

Stamford water main break again closes Newfield Avenue, police say

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:06:23 GMT

Stamford water main break again closes Newfield Avenue, police say

2 Stamford residents charged, nearly 10 ounces of cocaine seized- Cops

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:05:51 GMT

2 Stamford residents charged, nearly 10 ounces of cocaine seized- Cops

CT judge denies Troconis' bid to overturn conviction in Dulos case

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:04:53 GMT

CT judge denies Troconis' bid to overturn conviction in Dulos case

NYPD grad joined force to honor police officer father who died on 9-11

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:04:58 GMT

NYPD grad joined force to honor police officer father who died on 9-11

7-year-old honored by Johnson County Sheriffs Office after helping save 1-year-old brothers life

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:04:41 GMT

7-year-old honored by Johnson County Sheriffs Office after helping save 1-year-old brothers life

Brunswick County could become home to the first U.S. deep-sea minerals plant

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:04:33 GMT

Brunswick County could become home to the first U.S. deep-sea minerals plant

Plurality of Americans Believe US Too Supportive of Israel, Poll Finds - Algemeiner.com

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 10:04:38 GMT

Plurality of Americans Believe US Too Supportive of Israel, Poll Finds - Algemeiner.com

Former New Orleans police officer convicted of insurance fraud, bribery

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:04:41 GMT

Former New Orleans police officer convicted of insurance fraud, bribery

Brothers get decades in prison for murder in Denver Downtown Aquarium drive-by shooting

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 17:05:43 GMT

Brothers get decades in prison for murder in Denver Downtown Aquarium drive-by shooting

1 injured after truck strikes plane at Denver International Airport, disrupting flight

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 17:03:32 GMT

1 injured after truck strikes plane at Denver International Airport, disrupting flight

US Small Business Administration actively working to create veterans resource center in Idaho

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:07:10 GMT

US Small Business Administration actively working to create veterans resource center in Idaho