Cristiano Ronaldo Becomes Oldest Outfield Player in World Cup History

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Cristiano Ronaldo Becomes Oldest Outfield Player in World Cup History

Ronaldo made history as Portugal's oldest outfield player in World Cup action at 41 years and 132 days against DR Congo on Monday. Only Scotland goalkeeper Craig Gordon, 43 years and 162 days, is older in the tournament. Seven players over 40 are competing in the entire World Cup contingent. This is Ronaldo's sixth World Cup tour.

By Tanish Chachra

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Thierry Henry Slams Cristiano Ronaldo for Blocking Bruno Fernandes Chance

Henry criticized Ronaldo’s movement after a Portugal attack ended with him entering Fernandes’ lane and missing the target. “The team needs to score, not you need to score,” Henry said, arguing Ronaldo should have dragged the defender into the six-yard box. That run, he explained, would have left Fernandes with a tap-in instead of a blocked passing lane.

By Nischay Rathore

Australian Fans Nearly Drink Vancouver Bar Dry

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Australian Fans Nearly Drink Vancouver Bar Dry

Australian fans swarmed Vancouver’s Dublin Calling around their World Cup match against Turkey, forcing a DJ to collect 20 emergency kegs. Manager Tyler Broers said, “That was the first time I’ve ever felt like I was actually going to run out of booze.” Granville Street bars saw business jump 20-40%, with Canada-Qatar expected to bring another surge.

By Nischay Rathore

Boston Worker Praises Scotland Fans After World Cup Party Cleanup

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Boston Worker Praises Scotland Fans After World Cup Party Cleanup

After Scotland fans packed Boston for their World Cup trip, a city worker praised the crowd’s cleanup despite hard partying. “They deep man,” he said, joking, “They could drink too.” Cleaning afterward, he added, “it ain’t that bad.” He said supporters carried themselves with “class” and “dignity,” and he was happy they came because “they like our city.”

By Nischay Rathore

Liverpool Hijack Newcastle Deal for Victor Muñoz

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Liverpool Hijack Newcastle Deal for Victor Muñoz

Liverpool are set to sign Muñoz after hijacking Newcastle’s move, with Fabrizio Romano giving the deal “here we go.” Newcastle were close to closing an agreement for the Spain and Osasuna winger, but Liverpool activated his €40M ($46M) release clause. Terms are agreed with Muñoz and his agents, turning the race into a surprise transfer coup for Anfield.

By Nischay Rathore

Argentina-Austria World Cup Tickets Soar Past $2,000 at Cowboys' Stadium

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Argentina-Austria World Cup Tickets Soar Past $2,000 at Cowboys' Stadium

Argentina's World Cup clash with Austria at AT&T Stadium is drawing premium prices. According to SeatGeek, the cheapest ticket listed was $2,022, while lower-level seats exceeded $3,700. The match will be played at the AT&T Stadium, where Dak Prescott and Jerry Jones are expected to attend. Argentina enters the Group J showdown after opening the tournament with a 3-0 win over Algeria.



By Nidheesh Kumar

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