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Vancouver Whitecaps aim to recover from a lackluster road stint as St. Louis City rolls into BC Place for an MLS showdown. A resolute Vanni Sartini asserts the Whitecaps are on track, yet he urges greater guts and gumption for the incoming clash with St. Louis City in MLS. The Whitecaps' recent two-game trek was dismal, capped by a 2-0 loss to Portland Timbers. Their ninth position in the Western Conference hinges on a slender goal differential edge over Seattle Sounders. Sartini voiced his vexation about recent results but…

Italy and Croatia will lock horns in Leipzig, each vying to secure their standing in Group B of the tournament, eagerly contending for progression. Luciano Spalleti, the Italian coach, demands a better performance after a disappointing match against Spain. The Azzurri, once on a 10-game unbeaten streak in the Euros, faltered when an own goal by Riccardo Caliafiori tilted the scales. That defeat illuminated Italy's offensive struggles, marked by a scant count of attempts on goal, their poorest showing in the championship's…

Italy eyes consecutive Euro wins, initiating their crusade in Group B against Albania this Saturday. Under the fresh stewardship of Luciano Spalletti, Italy plans to exploit their status as reigning champs in the upcoming Euro 2024 battle against Albania. Spalletti feels privileged to lead and believes that holding the title gives them a psychological upper hand. Spalletti articulated to UEFA.com his strategy and mindset: "Owning the championship title arms us, yet it's crucial we embody that status from the get-go. It’s…

With the planet's younglings, especially girls, bearing the brunt of climate upheaval, a day of “expert chitchat” is kicking off at the UN climate talks in Germany on Tuesday to hunt for ways to address this inequality. Youths frolic in Mogadishu, Somalia's capital—one of many nations grappling with severe weather birthed from climate change. AFP - ROBERTO SCHMIDT This Bonn shindig follows a report by Save the Children that highlights a grim reality: the number of kids ravaged by hunger due to extreme weather has shot up…

Argentina, with Lionel Messi at the helm, will embark on their Copa America defense this month, consequently sidelining Inter Miami as they lose their marquee striker in MLS. Lionel Messi departs for Copa America duties after dazzling the MLS, urging Inter Miami, under Jordi Alba's encouragement, to hold the fort until his return. Breaking MLS records, Messi became the fastest to reach 25 goal contributions, accomplishing this feat in only 12 games, a record previously held by Carlos Vela. In a recent nail-biter against…

In Guinea, the Sacred Union coalition was formed, uniting various civil society organizations and political parties around the UFDG, main opposition force. During their initial statement on Monday, the new alliance urged the junta to hold elections promptly. Coalition members claim that General Mamadi Doumbouya's presidency has missed several deadlines, indicating a desire to seize power.