Hyundai Sends Record World Cup Fleet and Spot Robots

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Hyundai Sends Record World Cup Fleet and Spot Robots

The South Korean automaker will supply FIFA World Cup 2026 with 994 passenger vehicles, 506 buses and four Boston Dynamics Spot robots across 16 host cities. Hyundai's Executive Vice President Sungwon Jee said Hyundai will deliver “seamless transportation” and “advanced robotics solutions” for teams, officials, media and operations. Spot robots will patrol Dallas' broadcast center and New York-New Jersey Stadium.

By Nischay Rathore

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Tuchel says Kane is in “top shape” for England after Tampa camp, calling him “ready to go” and “determined.” He said the Bayern striker looks “lean, sharp” and trains “at the highest level,” even leading defensive intensity. Kane scored against New Zealand after 61 Bayern goals, with Costa Rica next before England open vs Croatia in Dallas.

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Éderson Gets Brazil World Cup Call After Wesley França Injury

Coach Carlo Ancelotti called Éderson into Brazil’s 2026 World Cup squad after França suffered an injury against Egypt, giving the Atalanta midfielder a late tournament opening. The 26-year-old adds depth to Brazil’s midfield as preparations continue following the 2-1 friendly win. His inclusion gives Ancelotti another option before Brazil begin their World Cup campaign, with key selection calls still looming.

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Shooting Near England World Cup Base Camp Injures Nine

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Shooting Near England World Cup Base Camp Injures Nine

Nine people were injured in a shooting about four miles from Swope Soccer Village, England’s Kansas City World Cup base camp, days before kickoff. Reuters reported police said all injuries were non-life-threatening, with at least three victims taken to hospitals and no suspects in custody. England have not arrived yet and face Costa Rica in Orlando before opening Group L against Croatia.

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DR Congo’s Friendly Against Chile Will Be Played Behind Closed Doors Amid Ebola Concerns

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DR Congo’s Friendly Against Chile Will Be Played Behind Closed Doors Amid Ebola Concerns

The match, scheduled to take place in France's Orleans on Tuesday, will take place behind closed doors amid concerns about the Ebola outbreak in the African nation. None of Congo's players have visited the country recently, although some support staff and fans have traveled from there. It is the country's first World Cup since 1974, when they competed as Zaire.

By Ankit Sharma

Morocco Faces Setback As Noussair Mazraoui and Abde Ezzalzouli Go Off Injured in Friendly

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Morocco Faces Setback As Noussair Mazraoui and Abde Ezzalzouli Go Off Injured in Friendly

Morocco was held to a 1-1 draw in a friendly against Norway after Brahim Diaz's first-half goal was canceled out by Martin Odegaard's 75th-minute strike. However, bigger concerns emerged as Manchester United defender Noussair Mazraoui and Real Betis winger Abde Ezzalzouli went off injured. Further updates are awaited. Morocco starts its World Cup campaign against Brazil on June 13.

By Ankit Sharma

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