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The 2026 FIFA World Cup began Thursday in Mexico City with a 48-team format co-hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico through July 19. Palestinian Football Association president Jibril Rajoub, a Fatah leader, was denied a U.S. visa despite applying in Jordan, leaving him stuck after the opener; he called it unfair to football officials worldwide. Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, Africa's top male official in 2025, was also turned away at Miami airport over vetting concerns, leading FIFA to drop him, while other delegates from Iran, Iraq, and Africa faced similar barriers amid security priorities.

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Jibril Rajoub watched Mexico's 2-0 win over South Africa at the World Cup opener, but visa denials kept him from crossing into the U.S. for key events.

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Amorim took charge on November 11, 2024, after Ten Hag's dismissal, but United finished 15th last season with just 42 points—their worst Premier League placing. This season, after 17 matches, they sit seventh, three or four points off fourth-placed Chelsea, with Amorim at 1.20 points per game amid injuries and squad issues. Fans debate fiercely if sacking Ten Hag was wrong, as some see attacking gains and green shoots, while others fixate on the 48-point swing and demand results ahead of Boxing Day at Newcastle.

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Manchester United supporters are poring over a tough stat: Rúben Amorim's 14 Premier League wins in his first 44 games fall far short of Erik ten Hag's 30 over the same span.

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Blackpool kicked off their 2026/27 League One preparations by bringing in forward Dion Charles on a season-long loan from rivals Huddersfield Town. Charles, who started at Blackpool's academy before being released young, shone under Evatt at Bolton with 57 goals in 149 games but struggled at Huddersfield with just four goals in 55 appearances. He steps in to replace Ashley Fletcher and joins attackers like Jake Beesley, bringing over 70 League One goals from his career. Fans are excited, with the club teasing the signing as their first summer coup, while Huddersfield sees it as a fresh start for the curly-haired forward entering his contract's final year.

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Dion Charles is heading home to Blackpool, the club where he first kicked a ball as a kid in their academy. Now 30, the Northern Ireland striker reunites with coach Ian Evatt, who knows exactly how to unlock his scoring touch.

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A popular post highlights Kroos's sharp critiques of Qatar's tournament organization and human rights issues, contrasted with his lack of comment on 2026 problems like 800-day visa waits in Mexico, travel bans for fans from countries including Iran and Senegal, and revoked approvals for Scottish supporters. Qatar pulled off smooth logistics with free transit that let fans attend multiple matches daily, earning praise despite the controversies. The discussion echoes concerns about inconsistent standards in judging hosts, as 2026 kickoff approaches on June 11 with growing access barriers.

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Toni Kroos called out Qatar's 2022 World Cup for migrant worker suffering and harsh laws, but now fans question his silence on 2026's visa chaos in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

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Social media users are looking back at Minaj's signature curves from her Anaconda era, with some saying they seemed huge after the skinny model days but look normal next to today's BBL standards. A Beyoncé video of her brushing Jay-Z's hair—tied to her Cécred line and his afro transition for Blue Ivy—has Barbz claiming it's a jab at Minaj's old hair quips about him. The exchange revives tensions between the hip-hop icons, as Minaj's influence on curvier figures gets reexamined alongside evolving beauty trends.

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Clips from Nicki Minaj's 2015 performances are resurfacing, prompting fans to revisit her famous backside and question if it matched the era's hype.

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In Kansas City, the Royals crushed the Cardinals 14-6 with a season-high 14 runs on 17 hits, highlighted by Perez's milestone 137th homer at the ballpark. Bobby Witt Jr. and Jac Caglianone also homered, while Perez finished 3-for-5 with two runs scored. England's soccer stars, including coach Thomas Tuchel who threw a ceremonial first pitch in a Royals jersey, joined the fun fresh off their World Cup win over Croatia.

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Salvador Perez launched a 385-foot homer that sent Kauffman Stadium into a frenzy, passing George Brett's record as even Cardinals fans stood to cheer.

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The Liberal Democrat-led Oxfordshire County Council filed for a High Court injunction against Raise the Colours, a group that has hung over 200 flags on or near public highways without permission since last year. The council cites safety hazards, more than 200 complaints, abuse toward staff, and £16,000 in removal costs, while stressing they fly the flags at County Hall and allow them on private property. Raise the Colours views the flags as national pride; critics like John Cleese, Toby Young, and Harry Redknapp call the council anti-British. A hearing is set for June 23, highlighting clashes over patriotism and public safety.

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England's World Cup run has locals flying Union Jacks and St George's Crosses from lampposts, but Oxfordshire Council sees safety risks and is taking the flag group to High Court.

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The fun photo op near Old Trafford, shared by a fan account, questioned how many such awards Rice has collected, fueling banter between Arsenal and United supporters. Arsenal fans highlighted Rice's standout 2025-26 season, where he earned 24 Premier League MOTM nods, BBC Player of the Year, and PFA honors while helping the Gunners win their first title in 22 years. Critics pointed to his career stats and single-game ratings from players like Tielemans or Vitinha, but defenders emphasized his leadership and title-winning impact in midfield.

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Manchester United's André Onana grinned next to a towering pile of Player of the Match awards during training, prompting fans to stack up Arsenal's Declan Rice against the competition.

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The Manchester City winger left the U.S. squad briefly to be with wife Shireen in London for the arrival of their son Praise on Monday, returning to Seattle Tuesday ahead of Belgium's key Group G match against New Zealand on Saturday. He missed no games—his earlier absence was due to illness—and had said weeks before he'd prioritize family even over a quarterfinal. While most fans and teammate Youri Tielemans praised the choice, French presenter France Pierron criticized it harshly before apologizing amid backlash. Belgium needs Doku's speed to advance from third place after draws with Egypt and Iran.

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Jérémy Doku rushed home for his son's birth, then flew back to the World Cup camp, where teammates greeted him with hugs and cheers for his 'most important assist.'

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The inaugural Ronde van Brugge, formerly Classic Brugge-De Panne, launched with a new 202.9km loop-based route centered on Bruges, skipping the old coastal finish for exposed roads through Torhout, Wingene, Beernem, and Oostkamp. Sprinters like Jasper Philipsen, aiming for a third straight win with Alpecin-Deceuninck, face rivals Dylan Groenewegen, Tim Merlier, and Fabio Jakobsen amid northwest gusts up to 37km/h and afternoon showers at 7-8°C. Teams brace for echelons from the start, with the pack still together after 12km neutralized, promising chaos or a bunch sprint depending on the wind.

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The peloton rolled out from historic Bruges into blustery winds and chilly rain, setting the stage for a flat sprinter showdown that could split apart early.

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Arsenal have decided to pursue Club Brugge winger Christos Tzolis this summer, with talks centering on a €40 million deal as his contract runs to 2029. The left-sided attacker exploded with 22 goals and 29 assists in 52 games last season, including 17 goals and 23 assists in the Belgian Pro League, traits that fit Mikel Arteta's attacking vision for squad depth. Club Brugge's hunt for a replacement like Augsburg's Mert Kömür shows their readiness to sell, while Tzolis favors Champions League football with Arsenal over other suitors. Sources confirm no drawn-out saga if the Gunners commit.

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Christos Tzolis has lit up Belgium with blistering pace and goals. Now Arsenal, fresh off their Premier League title, are moving fast to bring the 24-year-old Greek forward into the fold.

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Newly-promoted Belgian club KV Kortrijk decided against triggering the purchase option in Cassius Mailula's loan deal from Toronto FC, confirming his return to the MLS club. The South African international Bafana Bafana winger featured in only three matches for KV Kortrijk without scoring a goal or providing an assist.

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Newly-promoted Belgian club KV Kortrijk decided against triggering the purchase option in Cassius Mailula's loan deal from Toronto FC, confirming his return to the MLS club. The South African international Bafana Bafana winger featured in only three matches for KV Kortrijk without scoring a goal or providing an assist.

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