Football & Travel for the big tournaments including World Cup, European Championships, J-League, K-League, A-League, Premiership.noreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Sun, 21 Jun 2026 07:50:59 +0100Blogger http://www.blogger.com3333125https://www.soccerallover.com/en-usnoAll Rights Reserved - Soccerphilesoccer,football,world,cup,euro,cupSoccer sounds and interviewsSoccer sounds and interviewsnoreply@blogger.comhttps://www.soccerallover.com/2026/06/scotland-v-morocco-world-cup-2026.htmlmatch reportWorld Cupnoreply@blogger.com (Soccerphileofficial)Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:29:57 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-930347116229876489Scotland v Morocco, World Cup 2026 Scotland lost 1-0 to Morocco in their Group C game at Boston Stadium. Ismael Saibari opened the scoring for Morocco in the second minute - the earliest goal of the tournament so far until beaten by Paraguay's winner against Turkey from Matias Galarza after just 64 seconds. The North Africans capitalised on one of their few clear chances to secure all three 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/06/24-matches-down.htmlFIFA World Cup 2026first roundSean O'ConorUSAWorld Cupnoreply@blogger.com (Sean O'Conor)Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:50:34 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-3248997682761443467EVERY FINALIST HAS PLAYED NOW, SO HOW IS THE WORLD CUP? So, with the 2026 World Cup's first round of games over, what have we learnt? Not a lot to be honest, as the opening salvos are never coups de grace. Lose the first match and you can still make it to the knockout stages. For that reason there seemed to be some teams taking their foot off the pedal and settle for a point. Nine of the 24 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/06/world-cup-2026-big-kick-off.htmlby Sean O'ConorFIFA World Cup 2026USAWorld Cupnoreply@blogger.com (Sean O'Conor)Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:38:40 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-6682276287280540272World Cup 2026 - The Big Kick Off What to say about the opening weekend of the greatest show on Earth? The first thing that has struck is inflation - the supersized World Cup with its extra volume. Even the most die-hard football fans will surely have trouble keeping up with four games a day for a month. USA '94 had 24 teams in it let us not forget, half of what it is at USA 2026. And some at 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/06/sebastian-deisler-of-bayern-munich.htmlBayern MuchenBayern MunichBundesligaGermanySebastian Deislernoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Sun, 14 Jun 2026 21:00:00 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-262706849986412941The German Wonder-Kid Who Flew Too Close to the Sun Sebastian Deisler's Bayern Munich years (2002-2007) are widely viewed as one of the most haunting "what could have been" stories in German football. Arriving with enormous promise and genuine expectation - he was even nicknamed "Basti Fantasti" - Deisler seemed destined to become the creative heartbeat of both club and country. For a short 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/06/argentina-still-clinging-onto-world.htmlArgentinaFIFA RankingsWorld Cup 2026noreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Sat, 13 Jun 2026 19:30:00 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-1873735310560828974Argentina reclaim top spot in the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking Argentina (1st, up 2), the reigning world champions, will begin their title defence as the world's top-ranked team, with the June FIFA/Coca-Cola Men's World Ranking published just hours before the biggest-ever FIFA World Cup™ gets under way. Following a series of pre-FIFA World Cup™ friendlies that marked the second period in 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/06/fifa-world-rankings-june-2026.htmlEngland FIFA RankingFIFA Rankingsworld rankingsnoreply@blogger.com (Soccerphileofficial)Fri, 12 Jun 2026 02:29:19 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-7992445879910902556Fifa World Rankings June 2026 June 2026 Fifa World Rankings Fifa's World Rankings for June 2026 were released in real time from FIFA HQ in Zurich in Switzerland on the eve of the 2026 World Cup. 2022 World Cup winners Argentina are top after overtaking France and Euro 2024 winners Spain. England are unchanged in fourth. Next comes Portugal, Brazil, Morocco, The Netherlands, 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/06/alanis-morissette-set-to-rock-at-one-of.htmlAlanis Morissette，TorontoVancouverWorld Cupnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:09:28 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-8450267721266867928Alanis Morissette To Perform in Canada As the United States takes the field for its opening match at the FIFA World Cup 2026™, Dan + Shay and Purahei Soul will mark the occasion with performances of the competing nations' national anthems at Los Angeles Stadium during the pre-match ceremony. Joining the celebration as a FIFA World Cup 2026 Ambassador, Jason Sudeikis will welcome fans to Los 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/06/new-york-cosmos-v-hartford-athletic.htmlNew YorkNew York Cosmosnoreply@blogger.com (Soccerphileofficial)Mon, 8 Jun 2026 13:50:27 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-5140245682315318316New York Cosmos v Hartford Athletic The New York Cosmos were on the receiving end of a 4-1 defeat by Hartford Athletic in the USL Cup at Hinchliffe Stadium in New Jersey. Play was halted on 15 minutes due to lightning with NY Cosmos a man and a goal down. Play was halted for 1 hour and 45 minutes in all. NEW YORK COSMOS (4-2-3-1): Chan; Materazzi, Noecker, Morabito, Galazzini; Puentes, Sidoel; 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/06/final-squad-lists-for-fifa-world-cup.htmlWorld Cupnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Sat, 6 Jun 2026 14:11:36 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-67417262596626109Final Squad Lists for the FIFA World Cup 2026 The final squad lists for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ have been published by FIFA, representing one of the tournament's most exciting milestones with just days to go until kick-off. With 48 teams and 1,248 players made available to take to the pitch across 104 matches in Canada, Mexico and the United States, this edition represents a watershed moment 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/06/football-fever-comes-to-to-dorsett-kai.htmlHong KongHotelsWorld Cupnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Sat, 6 Jun 2026 13:40:29 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-2106565315776647411Dorsett Kai Tak Brings Football Fever to Hong Kong with Keyman Ma Residency, Football Staycation Package and Final Game Watch Bash As football fever sweeps Hong Kong ahead of the world's biggest sporting tournament, Dorsett Kai Tak is inviting fans to experience a series of immersive football-themed experiences. From a dedicated staycation package and daily expert commentary from renowned sports0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/06/mexico-ready-for-2026-world-cup-party.htmlAlejandro FernándezBelindaDanny OceanJ BalvinLila DownsLos Ángeles AzulesManáMexicomexico 86TylaWorld Cupnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Fri, 5 Jun 2026 19:30:00 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-4513907514179460626FIFA World Cup 2026™ opening ceremony set to deliver star-powered celebration in Mexico City On Thursday, 11 June, the world will turn its eyes to Mexico as it opens the FIFA World Cup 2026™ with a celebration full of sound, color, and meaning. It is the first note in a tournament that will echo across Canada, Mexico, and the United States, united by a shared passion for the game that connects 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/06/the-usa-ready-to-kick-off-their-world.htmlAnittaFutureKaty PerryLISARemaTylaWorld Cupnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Fri, 5 Jun 2026 18:30:00 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-3673024913738718006The United States Welcomes the World with an All-Star FIFA World Cup 2026™ Opening Ceremony in Los Angeles The FIFA World Cup 2026™ will open with a landmark celebration across North America, highlighted by a spectacular opening ceremony in Los Angeles - the world’s entertainment capital - bringing together football, music and entertainment on a global stage. On Friday, 12 June, the United 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/06/lisa-anitta-rema-set-to-rock-world.htmlAnittaLISARemanoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Mon, 1 Jun 2026 14:14:00 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-8783133218013610525Global hitmakers LISA, Anitta and Rema debut new single for the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album, to be performed at the Opening Ceremony in Los Angeles Three of the world’s most culturally dominant artists – LISA, Anitta and Rema – come together on Goals, the latest release from the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album, out now via SALXCO UAM and Def Jam Recordings. Arriving alongside its 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/05/psg-v-arsenal-champions-league-final.htmlArsenalBudapestChampions LeagueParis Saint-Germain F.CPSGnoreply@blogger.com (Soccerphileofficial)Sun, 31 May 2026 13:19:27 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-243512733422368210Champions League Final 2026 PSG won the Champions League Final for the second year in succession beating Arsenal at the Puskas Stadium in Budapest, Hungary following a dramatic penalty shootout. The game finished 1-1 after extra time and then went to penalties with PSG coming through 4-3. Kai Havertz opened the scoring for Arsenal in the first half, but a second-half penalty from Ousmane Dembélé0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/05/shakira-and-burna-boy-team-up-to.htmlBurna BoyDai DaiFIFA Global Citizen Education FundShakiranoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Sat, 30 May 2026 15:41:00 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-6812566218522182772Shakira and Burna Boy team up to release Dai Dai, the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Song in support of FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund Excitement for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ continues to build with the release of Dai Dai, featuring Shakira and Burna Boy via Sony Music Latin. Available now on all major streaming platforms, the track captures the energy, passion and global spirit that will 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/05/football-history-comes-to-hong-kong.htmlFIFA MuseumHong KongMarco Materazzimuseumsnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Fri, 29 May 2026 15:31:14 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-8685649985403729741Grand Opening of FIFA Museum in Hong Kong Football icon Marco Materazzi joins celebration of the glorious game Marking its first entry into East Asia, the FIFA Museum celebrated its grand opening in Hong Kong today. The event featured the premiere of a new special exhibition, presented in collaboration with Asia Partners, dedicated to celebrating every facet of 'The Beautiful Game'. The 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/05/2026-dfb-pokal-final-bayern-v-stuttgart.htmlBundesliganoreply@blogger.com (Soccerphileofficial)Fri, 29 May 2026 04:52:28 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-380350327941061639German Cup Final 2026 Bayern Munich won the German Cup (DFB-Pokal) final at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, defeating VfB Stuttgart 3-0. Harry Kane, the England captain, scored a second-half hat-trick to secure the win. The win (Bayern's Bayern's 21st DFB-Pokal title) completed the domestic double for the Bavarians. The game featured some fantastic support and tifos from both sets of supporters. 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/05/money-set-to-flow-for-world-cup-teams.htmlFinanceFinancesMoneyWorld Cupnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Thu, 28 May 2026 21:00:00 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-2750598512852212451FIFA Council increases record financial distribution to all 48 Participating Member Associations at the FIFA World Cup 2026™FIFA Council increases record financial distribution to all 48 Participating Member Associations at the FIFA World Cup 2026™ The FIFA Council met ahead of the 76th FIFA Congress in Vancouver, Canada, a Host City for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, 44 days before the kick-off of 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/05/jessie-reyez-and-elyanna-fuse-sound-and.htmlElyannaIlluminateJessie ReyezWorld Cupnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Thu, 28 May 2026 19:00:00 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-5607701197967649126Jessie Reyez and Elyanna fuse sound and culture with Illuminate, the fourth single from the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album The Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album expands with Illuminate, a new collaboration between Jessie Reyez and Elyanna, out now via SALXCO UAM & Def Jam Recordings. Produced by GRAMMY® Award-winning producer Cirkut, the track brings together alternative R&B, 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/05/team-bases-and-hideouts-for-world-cup.htmlFIFA World Cup 2026Team BasesWorld Cupnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Wed, 27 May 2026 16:02:57 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-918942778783775840FIFA World Cup 2026™ Team Base Camp Training Sites footprint finalised Another major organisational milestone has been reached on the road toward the game-changing FIFA World Cup 2026™, with the record 48 qualified teams finalising the selection of their Team Base Camp (TBC) Training Sites. The 48 TBC Training Sites spanning Canada, Mexico and the United States will play a vital role for the 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/05/brazil-remain-top-of-futsal-world.htmlArgentinaBrazilColombiaCONMEBOL Copa América de FutsalCosta RicaFijiItalyJapanLatviaLithuaniaParaguayPortugalSloveniaSpainThailandUEFA Futsal EUROnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Mon, 25 May 2026 10:16:00 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-8608915681859052210Seleção retain top spot in both men’s and women’s standing Both sets of rankings welcome five new entrants while Cameroon’s men make comeback Brazil have remained top of both the women’s and men’s FIFA Futsal World Rankings, the latest editions of which feature five new teams apiece, demonstrating the game’s continued global growth. The May 2026 rankings take account of 84 new women’s 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/05/bts-to-lead-k-pop-revolution-at-world.htmlBTSBTS ArmyMadonnaShakiraSouth KoreaSuperBowlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Mon, 25 May 2026 01:30:00 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-8735501531186128426Madonna, Shakira and BTS to co-headline historic FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final Halftime Show. First-ever halftime performance at a FIFA World Cup™ final to be curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay For the first time ever, football, music and social impact will come together as the greatest show on earth reaches its pinnacle. FIFA and Global Citizen today announced that Madonna, Shakira and BTS will 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/05/world-cup-fever-hits-east-tsim-sha-tsui.htmlCollectiblesGiant Legendary FootballerHong KongTsum Sha Tsuix Pet-Friendly Gearnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Sun, 24 May 2026 21:30:00 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-142438975496823103World Cup Fever Hits East Tsim Sha Tsui: Limited-Time National Team Pop-up Store Lands at MTR Shops This May Hong Kong Debut of Argentina Blind Boxes, Portugal Pet Products & England Zone Make Surprise Appearance The World Cup fever is set to sweep across East Tsim Sha Tsui ! This May, MTR Shops proudly present a national team-themed pop-up store, featuring vibrant design, an energetic 0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/05/brighton-are-cup-winners.htmlBrighton & Hove AlbionHong KongHong Kong SevensUrawa Red Ladiesnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Sun, 24 May 2026 17:42:43 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-1847736963204285487Brighton & Hove Albion Beat Yokohama F. Marinos to Clinch HKFC Standard Chartered Soccer Sevens 2026 Title Urawa Red Ladies Claim Women’s Championship on Debut Yau Yee League All Stars Wins in Masters Tournament Brighton & Hove Albion clinched the champion title in the Men’s Tournament at the HKFC Standard Chartered Soccer Sevens 2026 Sunday (24 May) with a 2-0 victory over Yokohama F.0https://www.soccerallover.com/2026/05/two-new-lfc-original-films-to-celebrate.htmlAndy RobertsonAnfieldDocumentaryFilmLiverpoolMo Salahnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Fri, 22 May 2026 14:20:00 +0100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424337262078805962.post-3733129355846547840Two new LFC Original films to celebrate Mo Salah and Andy Robertson Two new LFC Original films to celebrate Mo Salah and Andy RobertsonTwo brand-new LFC Original films will be released to celebrate the legacies of Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson. The pair will both say farewell to the Reds after this Sunday’s final game of the season, against Brentford at Anfield.During a shared nine-year 0