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I just watched Brazil live in Houston – here's why they can win the World Cup

The Selecao proved why they are bona fide contenders to win their sixth World Cup with a late win vs plucky Japan.

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Brazil Leave It LATE — Martinelli's Stoppage-Time Dagger Sinks Brave Japan 2-1

Brazil rally to beat Japan 2-1 in the World Cup Round of 32. Casemiro levels, Martinelli wins it late, and the Seleção march on to the last 16.

Latin Times

Who is Zion Suzuki? The US-born Japanese goalkeeper trying to keep Brazil at bay at the World Cup

Japan faced five-time champions Brazil in the round of 32 at the World Cup on Monday. Zion Suzuki lined up in goal for Japan, and was tasked with keeping Carlo Ancelotti’s men at bay. Suzuki, 23, was born in Newark, New Jersey, to a Ghanaian father and a Japanese mother,…

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Who is Maurizio Mariani? The referee in charge of Brazil vs Japan

The round of 32 clash takes place in Houston on Monday

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World Cup 2026: Martinelli to the rescue as Brazil down Japan in last-32 thriller

Five-time champions Brazil survived an early World Cup scare when they fought back from a goal down at half-time to beat a stubborn Japan 2-1 in Houston. Substitute Gabriel Martinelli squeezed in a shot at the far post deep in stoppage time to break Japanese hearts and send Brazil to…

France 24

Brazil vs Japan prediction: Vinicius Junior can be the difference-maker against stubborn Samurai Blue

A mouthwatering round-of-32 clash sees Brazil take on Japan in Houston

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Brazil 2-1 Japan: World Cup 2026 last 32 – as it happened

Minute-by-minute report: Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil were given a nasty fright by Japan before coming back to clinch victory

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World Cup 2026: Canada make history by reaching Round of 16

Canada secured a historic place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 with a 1-0 victory over South Africa in Los Angeles. Captain Stephen Eustáquio scored the only goal of the match deep into stoppage time. The Canucks will face the winners of Monday's tie between the Netherlands and…

France 24

Indian Americans across Texas celebrate 250 years of US independence

Indian-American communities across Texas marked America's 250th independence anniversary with vibrant celebrations in Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth. Events underscored the strengthening India-US partnership, featuring cultural performances, flag displays, and exhibits. Dignitaries, including Consul General D C Manjunath and local mayors, attended, praising the community's contributions and the enduring friendship between…

The Economic Times

World Cup: Canada makes history by reaching the Round of 16

France 24

Trump, Corruption and the Latino Vote: Inside the Texas Senate Showdown Between James Talarico and Ken Paxton

James Talarico is betting that Ken Paxton's pile of scandals plus a statewide affordability squeeze can flip a Texas Senate seat Republicans have held for three decades — with Latino and Black turnout the deciding factor in a race polls now call a toss-up.

Latin Times

World Cup co-hosts Canada reach last 16 with stoppage-time win over South Africa

Canada's Stephen Eustaquio struck deep into stoppage time to bring home a dramatic 1-0 victory over South Africa on Sunday, sending the World Cup co-hosts into the last 16 for the first time in their history. Canada will face either the Netherlands or Morocco in Houston on July 4.

France 24

World Cup 2026 R32 Brazil vs. Japan Predictions and Picks

Brazil vs. Japan meet in Houston on June 29. Our World Cup 2026 R32 Brazil vs. Japan predictions back Brazil to win in 90 minutes at -139.

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World Cup fairytale continues for Cape Verde

HOUSTON - World Cup debutants Cape Verde will face reigning champions Argentina in the knockout rounds after drawing 0-0 with Saudi Arabia on Friday to extend their fairytale journey.

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Cape Verde reach knockout stages on World Cup debut

Cape Verde advanced to the knockout stages of the World Cup on their debut appearance following a 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia on Friday night in Houston.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup: Cape Verde extend World Cup fairytale to set up Argentina meeting

Cape Verde's incredible World Cup debut continues as they secured a 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia, propelling them into the knockout stages. This historic achievement, fueled by three group stage draws, sets them up for a monumental clash against Lionel Messi's Argentina. The island nation is one of the smallest…

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Houston wife allegedly drives off while her husband is working under the car, turning a dispute into tragedy

She is currently in the Harris County Jail on a $275,000 bond.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Japan vows to give 'everything we've got' against Brazil in blockbuster last-32 clash

Japan will give "everything we've got" and declared they have what it takes to beat Brazil in the last 32 of the World Cup in Houston on Monday. Japan were hanging on by the end, but Suzuki said they can beat anyone on their day, having also defeated England at…

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Woman arrested after being caught on camera ‘stealing keepsakes from Houston mausoleum’ with child in tow

Mahjong pieces from a set worth around $3,700 were stolen from the mausoleum as well as a silver cross worn by someone at the time of their death, police said

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Japan's progress paying off, says Troussier

Japan believe they can shock Brazil in the World Cup round of 32, and former coach Philippe Troussier thinks it would be a fitting reward for their progress as a football nation. Japan have not missed a World Cup since, and they have openly talked about winning this year's competition…

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The Dutch Team’s Iconic Orange Kit Has Nothing To Do With The Flag And Everything To Do With History

The World Cup is the event of the year. Cultures, sports and competition all come together in a field. But one color seems to fill the streets of Houston, and that's orange, but why do the Dutch players use orange kits? The full explanation is in the article.

Sports Illustrated

NBA Draft Team-by-Team Grades: Memphis Stacks Players and Picks, Bucks Kickstart Rebuild

How each team fared over two nights of selections, from those who aced it to those who left us scratching our heads.

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Ronaldo shines as Portugal deliver 5-0 thrashing of Uzbekistan and Engand suffer 0-0 draw to Ghana

Ronaldo was quick to shutdown criticism over his goalless World Cup opener and overall usefulness to his national side as he grabbed a brace in Portugal’s 5-0 pounding of Uzbekistan.

Latin Times

Ronaldo's Spark Sets Portugal Ablaze in 5-0 Rout of Uzbekistan

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first man to score at six World Cups as Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0 in Houston, nearing the knockouts.

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Record-breaker Ronaldo guides Portugal to 5-0 win over Uzbekistan

HOUSTON: Cristiano ⁠Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cups ‌and Portugal’s all-time leading marksman at the global finals with two goals in Tuesday’s emphatic 5-0 Group K win ⁠over Uzbekistan in Houston.

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