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United States Considering Bid to Host 2038 FIFA World Cup with Expanded 64-Team Format

The United States is considering organizing the 2038 FIFA World Cup with an expanded field of 64 teams, according to reports. The U.S. is already co-hosting the 2026 World Cup alongside Canada and Mexico — the first edition of the tournament to feature 48 national teams, up from the traditional 32. An expansion to 64 teams would represent a further significant enlargement of football's premier international competition.

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Messi Leads World Cup Golden Boot Race With Five Goals After 14 Matchdays

Argentina's Lionel Messi leads the top scorers chart at the tournament with five goals after 14 matchdays of play. Four goals each have been scored by France's Kylian Mbappé, Norway's Erling Haaland, and Brazil's Vinicius Junior, placing them in joint second position in the race for the Golden Boot award, given to the tournament's top scorer.

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Manchester City Sign Anderson from Nottingham Forest

Manchester City have agreed a transfer deal to sign Anderson from Nottingham Forest, securing one of the most sought-after players on the current transfer market. The 23-year-old attracted interest from several top clubs, including crosstown rivals Manchester United, before City secured his signature.

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Ecuador Stuns Germany 2-1 in Thrilling World Championship Match

Ecuador defeated Germany 2-1 in one of the most dramatic matches of the World Championship, a result that sent shockwaves through the tournament. The game began with a German goal that was subsequently disallowed, setting the tone for a chaotic and tense contest that ultimately ended in a stunning upset victory for Ecuador.

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Netherlands Beat Tunisia in Pre-Tournament Friendly

The Netherlands defeated Tunisia in an international friendly match, setting the tone with a dominant opening 10 minutes. Tunisia's Ellyes Skhiri put the ball into his own net early on, before Dutch striker Brian Brobbey added a second goal to secure the victory. Dutch coach Van Hecke expressed confidence following the result, declaring that the team is ready for upcoming competition.

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Japan and Sweden Advance After Draw, Elanga Proud of Team

Japan and Sweden both advanced from their group at a major football tournament after playing out a draw. Japan took the lead in the 56th minute through Daizen Maeda, but Sweden's Anthony Elanga leveled the score in the 62nd minute. Despite not winning the match, both nations secured enough points to progress to the next stage of the competition. Elanga expressed pride in his team's performance following the result.

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Turkey Beats USA 3-2 in Tournament Farewell Match

Turkey closed out their tournament campaign with a 3-2 victory over the United States in a Group D match, though the result came too late to advance. The USA had already secured first place in the group heading into the game, prompting coach Mauricio Pochettino to field a heavily rotated lineup, resting key players ahead of the knockout stage. Turkey's coaching staff made similarly sweeping changes, giving fringe players a rare opportunity to feature.

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Slovak Ice Hockey Veteran Drgoň Joins Prešov from Trenčín

Slovak ice hockey defender Drgoň has signed with Prešov, moving from his previous club Trenčín in Slovakia's top-flight hockey league. The 41-year-old veteran, joining his ninth different club in the Slovak Extraliga — the country's premier ice hockey competition — expressed his desire to contribute to the team. "I want to be an asset for the team," Drgoň said upon joining the club.

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Germany's Brown to Join Bayern Munich

German international defender Brown is set to join Bayern Munich, the Bundesliga giants. The move comes as Brown has been one of the standout performers at the ongoing FIFA World Cup being co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, drawing attention with his displays for the German national team during the tournament.

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Tennis Legend Chris Evert Faces Cancer Battle for Second Time

American tennis icon Chris Evert has announced she is fighting cancer for the second time, vowing to remain optimistic. Evert first underwent cancer treatment in 2022, and the disease returned less than two years later. The 18-time Grand Slam champion, widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players in history, has been open about her health struggles, using her platform to raise awareness about the importance of early cancer detection.

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Ostapenko Advances to Eastbourne WTA Semifinals

Latvian tennis player Jelena Ostapenko, seeded third in the tournament, cruised into the semifinals of the WTA grass-court event in Eastbourne, England, defeating Turkey's Zeynep Sönmez 6-3, 6-0 in a dominant performance.

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Slovak Club Levice to Begin Champions League Qualifying Campaign

Slovak basketball club Levice will enter the qualifying rounds of the EuroLeague Basketball Champions League, competing for a place in the competition's group stage. The draw for both the qualifying rounds and the main phase of the Champions League is scheduled to take place on July 8 in Geneva, Switzerland.

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Slovak Sprinter Zapletalová Hailed as New Star by US Athletics Media

Slovak sprinter Gabriela Zapletalová has drawn widespread praise from American athletics media, with a prominent US track and field website describing her as a rising star deserving of respect and comparing her to Dutch athletics sensation Femke Bol. The publication described Zapletalová, referring to her as 'the girl from Serbia' — a reference to her origins — as someone who has filled a vacuum at the top of women's sprinting, warning rivals that unseating her from the top would be a formidable challenge. Femke Bol, the Dutch 400-meter and 400-meter hurdles specialist, is widely regarded as one of the most dominant female track athletes in the world, making the comparison a significant endorsement of Zapletalová's potential. The recognition from the US athletics community marks a notable moment for Slovak track and field, a sport that rarely attracts international spotlight in the country.

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Eight Candidates Vie for IIHF Presidency as Slovak Official Nemeček Runs for Council Seat

Eight candidates are competing for the presidency of the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF), the global governing body for the sport, with incumbent president Luc Tardif not among them. Slovak hockey official Nemeček has announced his candidacy for a seat on the IIHF Council, the federation's governing board. The IIHF presidential election marks a significant transition in leadership for one of the world's major international sports organizations, with a new figure set to take the helm. Nemeček's bid for a Council position represents Slovakia's effort to maintain influence within the international ice hockey governance structure.

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Day 14 at the Football World Cup: Scotland's Anthem Lives On Despite Repeated Disappointments

The 14th day of the Football World Cup brought a mix of results and compelling storylines, including a look at the enduring cultural phenomenon of Scottish football fandom and the song that keeps the hope of 'Scottish world champions' alive despite the nation's repeated failures to qualify or advance in major tournaments. South Africa's Thapelo Maseko emerged as the player of the day, drawing attention with a standout performance. In Group A action, Czech Republic fell to Mexico 3-0, while South Africa also featured in the day's fixtures. Scottish football fans have long been known for their passionate support despite their national team's historically modest international results, and the tradition of singing about glory that never quite arrives has become a celebrated part of the sport's culture.

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Neymar Returns After Three Years as Brazil Defeats Scotland 3-0

Brazilian football star Neymar made his long-awaited return to competitive play after a three-year absence, as Brazil defeated Scotland 3-0 in a World Cup match. Former England captain and Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham was among those watching the game, reportedly with a glass of wine in hand. Speculation and conspiracy theories that had circulated about Neymar ahead of the match were not borne out.

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