Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1302, Battle of the Golden Spurs (Guldensporenslag in Dutch): A coalition around the Flemish cities defeats the king of France's royal army. In 1921, The Red Army captures Mongolia from the White Army and establishes the Mongolian People's Republic. In 1950, Pakistan joins the International Monetary Fund and the International Bank. In 1960, Congo Crisis: The State of Katanga breaks away from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In 1962, First transatlantic satellite television transmission. In 1967, Guy Favreau, Canadian lawyer, judge, and politician, 28th Canadian Minister of Justice (born 1917) passed away. In 1982, The Italy National Football Team defeats West Germany at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium to capture the 1982 FIFA World Cup. In 1995, Yugoslav Wars: Srebrenica massacre begins; lasts until 22 July. In 2010, Spain defeats the Netherlands to win the 2010 FIFA World Cup in Johannesburg. In 2015, André Leysen, Belgian businessman (born 1927) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
FIFA World Cup 2026: USA 1-4 Belgium match report and highlights
The USMNT eliminated from the tournament after losing 4-1 to Belgium today at the Seattle stadium in the USA, in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup...
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FOX Sports Digital
· Jul 6, 2026
USA vs. Belgium Prediction, Odds, Picks For World Cup Match
Check out the odds for the USA vs. Belgium Round of 16 matchup at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
TASS
· Jun 22, 2026
FIFA appoints two women as lead referees for World Cup’s round three
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Daily Post Nigeria
· Jun 27, 2026
2026 World Cup: Confirmed Round of 32 fixtures [Full List]
Some of the Round of 32 fixtures at the 2026 World Cup have been confirmed. This follows the conclusion of more group matches on Friday. Pre-tournament favourites like France, Argentina, Germany and Brazil are already through to the knockouts. Co-hosts USA, Canada and Mexico will also be in the mix. Several ties are however yet to [] 2026 World Cup: Confirmed Round of 32 fixtures [Full List]
101GREATGOALS.COM
· Jul 6, 2026
USA v Belgium: Predicted line-ups, stats and preview for World Cup last-16 clash
The USA face Belgium in the last-16 of the World Cup. Read our in-depth preview here.
Us Weekly
· Jun 26, 2026
All the Celebrities Cheering on Global Soccer at the 2026 World Cup
The 2026 World Cup is officially here— and the stars are stepping out to root for their favorite teams. The global soccer tournament will be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with the qualifying teams competing in matchups throughout the three countries this summer ahead of the championship game at MetLife Stadium in []
The Standard
· Jul 6, 2026
Belgium vs USA lineups: Confirmed team news, predicted XIs and injury latest for World Cup 2026
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