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Wirtz Posts After Germany's World Cup Exit
Germany's Florian Wirtz posted a heartfelt message after the team's shock World Cup exit, eliminated by Paraguay on penalties in the round of 32—a first-ever shootout loss in German World Cup history.
Ronald Koeman Steps Down As Netherlands Coach After World Cup Exit
Ronald Koeman resigned as Netherlands coach after the team's penalty loss to Morocco in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32, ending his tenure following criticism over his defensive tactics.
Norway Defeats Ivory Coast, Eyes Brazil Next
Norway secured its first World Cup knockout victory with a 2-1 win over Ivory Coast, advancing to face Brazil in the Round of 16 on July 5.
Bordeaux Drops to Regional League Over Financial Crisis
Former French champion Bordeaux drops to the sixth-tier regional league after failing to meet financial recovery requirements set by the national football authority. The club, which won six Ligue 1 titles, has appealed the DNCG's decision.
US And Japanese Troops Train In Remote Australia
The BBC's Katy Watson explains why troops are training in remote Australia - a country not at war, thousands of kilometres from today's major conflicts.
Tottenham Signs Fernandes From West Ham For £85 Million
Tottenham completed a £85 million signing of midfielder Mateus Fernandes from West Ham as part of an aggressive summer recruitment drive that also included three free agents.
Iran Thanks Mexico For World Cup Hospitality
Iran's national football team thanked Tijuana, Mexico for their hospitality during the 2026 World Cup, calling the city their "second home" after relocating their training base there due to logistical challenges in the United States.
Thai Royals Tour Seine River Conservation Aboard Electric Boat
Thai royals honored France's war dead and toured Paris environmental initiatives, including a Seine River conservation program via electric boat during an official state visit.
Germany To Overhaul Operations After 2026 World Cup Elimination
Germany will overhaul its football operations after crashing out of the 2026 World Cup at the group stage, marking the team's third consecutive early elimination from the tournament.
Princess Sirivannavari Wears Thai Silk to Paris Museum
Princess Sirivannavari wore a striking blend of modern and traditional Thai design to a Paris museum event, featuring a dark blue jersey bodice with traditional mudmee silk skirt created by Thai designer Thawisak Chattuwan.
Thai League 3 Champions Face Promotion Uncertainty Over Licensing
Ko and Pichit Nara United, despite winning Thai League 3, face missing promotion to Thai League 2 due to potential rejection of their club licensing application.
Thai Royals Honor War Dead At Paris Monument
Thailand's King and Queen honored fallen soldiers at the Arc de Triomphe during a state visit to Paris, followed by meetings with city officials and museum visits focused on sustainability and Thai textiles.