Belgium
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sportsJeremy Doku Returns to Belgium Squad After Welcoming Newborn Son
Jeremy Doku rejoins Belgium's World Cup team following the birth of his son, Praise, amid controversy surrounding his decision.
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sportsIran's Handwritten Message After Draw with Belgium Highlights Sports Diplomacy
Iran's national football team thanked Los Angeles for hospitality following a 0-0 draw with Belgium, emphasizing dignity and peace.
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sportsOllie Watkins Supports Doku's Decision for Family First
England's Ollie Watkins defends Jeremy Doku's choice to prioritize the birth of his child over World Cup commitments.
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sportsEuropean Dominance Tested as Expanded World Cup Format Intensifies Group Stage Pressure
Only seven of sixteen UEFA nations won opening matches at the expanded 2026 FIFA World Cup, creating immediate elimination pressure in three-team groups across North America.
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sportsEgypt Eyes Historic Knockout Berth Beyond High-Stakes Belgium Opener
Coach Hossam Hassan expresses confidence in Egypt's path to the World Cup knockout stage, strategizing past a difficult opening match against Belgium.
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financeEuropean Retirement Wealth: Luxembourg Leads as Housing Drives Disparity
ECB data reveals massive wealth gaps among Europe's over-65s. Luxembourg tops the list, while high pension systems in nations like the Netherlands correlate with lower private asset accumulation.
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sportsGermany, Portugal, Belgium Secure World Cup Warm-Up Wins
Germany defeats US 2-1; Portugal tops Chile; Belgium routs Tunisia 5-0 in final friendlies before World Cup.
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worldLouvre Heist Investigation Takes Belgian Turn
French investigators travel to Belgium as new evidence emerges in the €88 million Crown Jewels theft from the Louvre.