FIFA World Cup 2026: USA records highest WC attendance in history, sa…

New York [US], July 5 (ANI): FIFA said the United States has registered the highest combined attendance of any host nation in FIFA World Cup history, highlighting the country’s growing passion for football during the ongoing 2026 tournament.

In a post on X marking the Fourth of July, football’s world governing body said the United States had surpassed all previous World Cup hosts in total attendance.

“The USA has the highest combined attendance (8,008,212) of any FIFA World Cup host nation in history. On the Fourth of July, we celebrate the country’s immense love of football!" FIFA wrote on X. h-doctor.club

The attendance milestone comes as the United States co-hosts the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside Canada and Mexico, with stadiums across the country drawing large crowds throughout the tournament.

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Meanwhile, France booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals for the fourth successive edition after edging past Paraguay 1-0 in their Round of 16 encounter in Philadelphia on Saturday. The victory keeps Les Bleus on course for a third consecutive appearance in the World Cup final.

Earlier in the day, Morocco became the first team to secure a spot in the quarterfinals with a commanding 3-0 victory over co-hosts Canada in Houston. The Atlas Lions, who created history by finishing fourth at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, reached the last eight for the second time in their history.

Azzedine Ounahi starred for Morocco with a brace, while Soufiane Rahimi added the third goal to complete an impressive win. The result continued Morocco’s remarkable rise on the global stage and set up a quarterfinal showdown with France. (ANI)

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England produced a clinical run chase to defeat India by four wickets in the second T20 International at Emirates Old Trafford, taking a 1-0 lead in the five-match series. Chasing 191, the hosts were inspired by an unbeaten 76 from Jacob Bethell, whose late assault on Ravi Bishnoi proved decisive as England crossed the finish line with an over to spare.

India posted 190/7 after solid contributions from Ishan Kishan (49), Abhishek Sharma (43) and Shreyas Iyer (37). Sam Curran starred with the ball for England, claiming 3/33, while Will Jacks kept the Indian batters in check through the middle overs. The visitors added 23 runs from the final seven deliveries to post a competitive total.

The match also marked the international debut of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who became the youngest male cricketer to represent India in England. The left-handed opener scored a brisk 14 off 10 balls before being stumped by Will Jacks.

England’s reply got off to a shaky start as they lost an early wicket, but captain Harry Brook changed the momentum with a blistering 39 off just 15 balls. After Brook’s dismissal, Jacob Bethell and Tom Banton added a vital 67-run partnership to keep the chase on course.

With England needing 49 runs from the last four overs, Bethell turned the game on its head by taking apart Ravi Bishnoi in the 17th over. The left-hander smashed three sixes as the over yielded 29 runs, swinging the contest decisively in England’s favour. Bethell remained unbeaten on 76 from 46 deliveries to guide the hosts home, while Jofra Archer struck the winning runs in the 19th over.

Arshdeep Singh was India’s most successful bowler with figures of 3/40, but Bishnoi’s expensive spell at the death allowed England to seize control and complete a memorable chase.

England now hold a 1-0 advantage in the five-match series ahead of the third T20I at Trent Bridge.

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New Jersey [US], July 5 (ANI): Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti said forward Raphinha is available for selection ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash against Norway, although the Barcelona winger has not yet returned to full fitness, according to Reuters.

Speaking to reporters on Saturday (local time), Ancelotti said Raphinha had made rapid progress in his recovery and could feature from the bench if required.

“Raphinha is progressing very well," Ancelotti told reporters, as quoted by Reuters, ahead of Brazil’s Round of 16 clash against Norway.

“He is still not at 100%, but he is available to be on the bench and to be able to play a few minutes or be useful at certain moments," he added.

The Brazil coach welcomed the player’s speedy recovery and stressed his importance to the national team.

“He recovered very well and very quickly. We are very happy with this because Raphinha is a very, very important player for the team," he said, as quoted by Reuters.

Brazil, however, will be without midfielder Lucas Paqueta, who suffered a hamstring strain during the team’s 2-1 victory over Japan in the previous round.

Ancelotti acknowledged Paqueta’s absence would require changes in midfield and said he would select his replacement based on the tactical demands of the match.

“We don’t have a player in the squad with Lucas Paqueta’s quality, so we have to replace him with another player," Ancelotti said, as quoted by Reuters.

“The characteristics are different. Danilo is different from Gabriel, who is different from Matheus Cunha and Ederso," he added.

The coach added that his final decision would depend on Brazil’s game plan and Norway’s strengths.

“I will choose the player based on our game plan, obviously taking into account the strength of the opponent, but also what is functional to the idea we want to implement tomorrow," he said.

Brazil will face Norway in the Round of 16 as the five-time world champions seek to continue their campaign and secure a place in the quarterfinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026. (ANI)

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The Adventure Bike Rider (ABR) Festival 2026 has rewritten the record books after attracting 20,000 visitors to Ragley Hall in Warwickshire, making it the biggest edition in the event’s history and reaffirming its status as the UK’s largest gathering of off-road and adventure motorcycle enthusiasts.

Held over four days, the festival brought together riders, manufacturers, adventure travellers and motorcycle enthusiasts from across the UK and Europe. Thousands of adventure bikes filled the grounds as visitors took part in demo rides, off-road challenges, training sessions, live entertainment and expert talks.

One of the festival’s biggest attractions was its extensive riding programme, which featured purpose-built off-road trails catering to riders of all experience levels. Participants also had the opportunity to test the latest adventure motorcycles from leading manufacturers and sharpen their riding skills under the guidance of experienced instructors.

Beyond the riding action, the event showcased more than 100 speakers, adventurers, industry experts, musicians and exhibitors across multiple stages. Visitors attended travel presentations, motorcycle maintenance workshops, navigation masterclasses and safety demonstrations while enjoying live music throughout the weekend.

The festival’s continued growth reflects the booming popularity of adventure motorcycling, with increasing numbers of riders embracing long-distance touring and off-road exploration. Since its launch in 2019, the ABR Festival has expanded rapidly to become one of Europe’s flagship motorcycle events.

Organisers hailed the record turnout as another milestone for the adventure riding community, highlighting the event’s unique combination of riding experiences, education, entertainment and camaraderie. With attendance reaching an all-time high, the ABR Festival continues to strengthen its reputation as a must-visit event for adventure biking enthusiasts.

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