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South Korea Secures 2-1 Comeback Victory Over Czechia in World Cup Opener

South Korea came from behind to beat Czechia 2-1 in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Guadalajara Stadium. The match was hard-fought, with Czechia making their first World Cup appearance since 2006. South Korea overcame earlier missed opportunities to claim the victory in this Group A encounter. The dramatic comeback secured three points in their campaign opener.

World Cup LIVE blog: Oh secures 2-1 South Korea comeback victory over Czechia

World Cup LIVE blog: Oh secures 2-1 South Korea comeback victory over Czechia

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South Korea beat Czech Republic 2-1 in World Cup

South Korea beat Czech Republic 2-1 in World Cup

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World Cup LIVE blog: South Korea 1-1 Czechia

World Cup LIVE blog: South Korea 1-1 Czechia

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Mexico Defeats South Africa 2-0 in Historic World Cup Opener

Mexico secured a historic 2-0 victory over South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the iconic Estadio Azteca. This win marks Mexico's first-ever triumph in a World Cup opener. South Africa played with 10 men for most of the match after receiving a red card. The commanding performance kicked off the tournament in front of a passionate home crowd.

World Cup LIVE blog: Mexico defeat South Africa 2-0 in opening game

World Cup LIVE blog: Mexico defeat South Africa 2-0 in opening game

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Mexico beat South Africa to kick off World Cup

Mexico beat South Africa to kick off World Cup

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World Cup live blog: Mexico 2-0 South Africa

World Cup live blog: Mexico 2-0 South Africa

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World Cup LIVE blog: Canada 0-0 Bosnia Herzegovina

World Cup LIVE blog: Canada 0-0 Bosnia Herzegovina

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off with the opening Group B match between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina at Toronto Stadium on June 12, 2026.

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World Cup LIVE blog: Oh secures 2-1 South Korea comeback victory over Czechia

World Cup LIVE blog: Oh secures 2-1 South Korea comeback victory over Czechia

South Korea secured a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Czechia in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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South Korea beat Czech Republic 2-1 in World Cup

South Korea beat Czech Republic 2-1 in World Cup

South Korea secured a 2-1 victory against the Czech Republic in their 2026 World Cup campaign opener, overcoming earlier missed opportunities to claim the win.

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World Cup LIVE blog: South Korea 1-1 Czechia

World Cup LIVE blog: South Korea 1-1 Czechia

In a hard-fought Group A match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the Guadalajara Stadium, South Korea and Czechia played to a 1-1 draw. Czechia made their first World Cup appearance since 2006.

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Kylian and Neymar top South America football naming boom

Kylian and Neymar top South America football naming boom

In South America, Neymar and Kylian Mbappé have become the most popular baby names inspired by football stars, reflecting their influence during the World Cup season.

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How Wanyonyi secured first DL podium finish as a father

How Wanyonyi secured first DL podium finish as a father

World 800m champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi achieved his first Diamond League podium finish in Oslo, Norway, as a new father. He secured second place in a close race, finishing just behind 17-year-old American Cooper Lutkenhaus.

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World Cup LIVE blog: Mexico defeat South Africa 2-0 in opening game

World Cup LIVE blog: Mexico defeat South Africa 2-0 in opening game

Mexico secured a historic 2-0 victory over South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the iconic Estadio Azteca. This win marks Mexico's first-ever triumph in a World Cup opener.

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Pochettino rallies USA fans ahead of Paraguay encounter

Pochettino rallies USA fans ahead of Paraguay encounter

Ahead of their first World Cup game against Paraguay on June 11, 2026, US coach Mauricio Pochettino is employing unconventional methods to rally home support.

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Harambee Starlets face reality check as 2026 Wafcon nears

Harambee Starlets face reality check as 2026 Wafcon nears

The Harambee Starlets face a significant challenge as the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) approaches, highlighted by inconsistent performances at the recent Fifa Four Nations Tournament.

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Mexico beat South Africa to kick off World Cup

Mexico beat South Africa to kick off World Cup

Mexico kicked off the 2026 World Cup with a commanding 2-0 victory over South Africa in front of a passionate home crowd at the iconic Estadio Azteca.

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World Cup live blog: Mexico 2-0 South Africa

World Cup live blog: Mexico 2-0 South Africa

Mexico is leading 2-0 against South Africa in their 2026 World Cup Group A match, with South Africa playing with 10 men after a red card.

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Somali referee banned by US to officiate European Super Cup UEFA

Somali referee banned by US to officiate European Super Cup UEFA

Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, previously denied entry to the United States, has been appointed by UEFA to officiate the 2026 UEFA Super Cup.

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Could 2026 be the year in which AI contributes to a World Cup win?

Could 2026 be the year in which AI contributes to a World Cup win?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to be the largest sporting event in history, will heavily integrate artificial intelligence (AI) across various facets of the tournament.

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FIFA boss Infantino says case of Somali referee 'unfortunate'

FIFA boss Infantino says case of Somali referee 'unfortunate'

FIFA president Gianni Infantino called the case of Somali World Cup referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, who was denied entry to the United States, "unfortunate."

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FIFA boss Infantino faces questions on eve of World Cup

FIFA boss Infantino faces questions on eve of World Cup

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is set to address the media on the eve of the 2026 Men's World Cup, amidst off-field controversies including ticket prices and the barring of officials from the United States.

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Somalia backs referee after he is denied entry to US

Somalia backs referee after he is denied entry to US

Somalia is defending its award-winning referee, Omar Abdulkadir Artan, after he was denied entry to the United States and prevented from officiating at the World Cup finals.

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Wanyonyi to chase glory in Oslo after second place in Rabat

Wanyonyi to chase glory in Oslo after second place in Rabat

Olympic champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi is set to compete in the Oslo Diamond League tonight after securing second place at the Rabat meet. The race features a deep field with several 800m giants.

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Ex-Harambee Starlets defender Terry Ouko lands key FIFA World Cup role

Ex-Harambee Starlets defender Terry Ouko lands key FIFA World Cup role

Former Harambee Starlets defender Terry Ouko has been appointed by FIFA to a key role at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, representing Kenya on the global stage.

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Somali referee axed from World Cup after being denied entry to US

Somali referee axed from World Cup after being denied entry to US

Award-winning Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan has been removed from officiating duties at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after being denied entry into the United States.

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Rugby fraternity mourns Shujaa hero Robert 'Majei' Aringo

Rugby fraternity mourns Shujaa hero Robert 'Majei' Aringo

The Kenyan rugby community is mourning the death of former Kenya Sevens star and Impala RFC player Robert “Majei” Aringo, who passed away last weekend.

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Ma Ning: 'Card Master' referee representing success-starved China fans at World Cup

Ma Ning: 'Card Master' referee representing success-starved China fans at World Cup

With China's national football team failing to qualify for the World Cup, fans have embraced referee Ma Ning as their representative. The 46-year-old official, nicknamed "Card Master," has become an unlikely viral star, gaining a large following on social media.

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47 teams enough for Kenya's football glory

47 teams enough for Kenya's football glory

The article proposes establishing a nationwide football league with 47 clubs, one for each county, as a pathway to unlocking Kenya's football potential, drawing parallels to the success of its athletics programs.

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Nowhere to run for limping Shujaa side

Nowhere to run for limping Shujaa side

Kenya Sevens will remain outside the top tier of the HSBC SVNS Series for a third consecutive season after failing to secure promotion in the recent World Championship campaign.

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Participation in World Cup boon for Kenyan boxers

Participation in World Cup boon for Kenyan boxers

Kenya's 'Hit Squad' is set to participate in the second World Cup in China next week, a crucial event for their 2028 Los Angeles Olympics qualification campaign.

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Starlets seek redemption against Lesotho

Starlets seek redemption against Lesotho

The Kenyan Harambee Starlets are set to face Lesotho in the third-place play-off of the Fifa Four Nations Tournament after a penalty shootout loss to hosts Zambia.

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Migori Youth crowned National Super League champions

Migori Youth crowned National Super League champions

Migori Youth have been crowned the FKF National Super League champions, securing their promotion to the SportPesa Premier League after a decisive 2-1 victory over Equity Bank.

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Heartbreak as Shujaa miss HSBC SVNS Division One promotion

Heartbreak as Shujaa miss HSBC SVNS Division One promotion

Kenya Sevens, known as Shujaa, have missed out on promotion to the top-tier HSBC SVNS Division One for the third consecutive season after a disappointing performance in the final leg of the World Rugby Sevens Series Championship in France.

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Yamal available for Spain's World Cup opener after injury

Yamal available for Spain's World Cup opener after injury

Spain's World Cup opener against Cape Verde on June 15 will feature key winger Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams, who have recovered from hamstring injuries.

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Perez re-elected at Real Madrid paving way for Mourinho return

Perez re-elected at Real Madrid paving way for Mourinho return

Florentino Perez has been overwhelmingly re-elected as the President of Real Madrid, securing 65% of the vote. His victory clears the path for the highly anticipated return of Jose Mourinho as the club's new manager.

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Khanili fairest in Thika as Arsenal fans celebrate in Ruiru and Vet Lab

Khanili fairest in Thika as Arsenal fans celebrate in Ruiru and Vet Lab

The Thika Ladies Open saw Benta Khanili crowned overall gross winner, while Arsenal fans celebrated their football club's championship win with a golf day at Ruiru Sports Club.

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