NewsGermany thrash Curaçao 7-1 in World Cup 2026 opener
Germany began their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a dominant 7-1 victory over debutants Curaçao in Houston.
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Kickoff XICucurella Completes Shock Real Madrid Move
Marc Cucurella has completed a surprise €60 million transfer from Chelsea to Real Madrid, with Fabrizio Romano confirming the verbal agreement between all parties.
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