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Unprecedented Game Duration Raises Alarms With the 2026 North American World Cup just over a year away, weather has emerged as the tournament's biggest variable. The ongoing Club World Cup has repeatedly experienced game interruptions due to lightning and extreme heat, raising serious concerns about next year's flagship tournament. The Chelsea vs. Benfica Round of 16 match, which lasted an unprecedented 4 hours and 38 minutes, has sent shockwaves through the soccer community. The Chelsea-Benfica clash created an extraordinary record in soccer history. With Chelsea leading 1-0 through Reece James' free kick in the 41st minute of the second half, the referee suspended play due to lightning forecasts. The game remained halted for approximately two hours before resuming, eventually requiring extra time and creating a total duration of 4 hours and 38 minutes. During the suspension, lightning strikes were captured live on broadcast television, while ...

Unprecedented Access to Korea's Premier International Matches Gyeonggi Province announced on July 2nd that it will sell special access tickets for the 2025 EAFF E-1 Championship national soccer matches at the remarkable price of just ₩1,000. This groundbreaking initiative targets individuals aged 70 and above, disabled persons, and one accompanying person for each, with sales beginning at 9 AM on a first-come, first-served basis. This represents a significant expansion of the province's existing sports welfare program, which has been providing affordable access to professional sports events as part of its commitment to social inclusion and cultural accessibility for vulnerable populations. Expansion of the Special Access Ticket System Gyeonggi Province has already been operating a special access ticket system that allows seniors over 70 and disabled individuals, along with one accompanying person each, to attend games from ...

Expanding Beyond Soccer Commentary SBS Sports announcer Bae Seong-jae, famous for his soccer commentary, will throw his first ceremonial pitch at a baseball stadium. He is scheduled to perform the ceremonial first pitch at the Doosan Bears home game on July 3rd, marking his debut appearance at a professional baseball venue. From Soccer to Baseball: Broadening Horizons Bae Seong-jae has earned recognition as synonymous with soccer commentary, beloved by fans for his passionate and professional approach. He has particularly gained acclaim through his coverage of national soccer team matches and domestic professional soccer leagues, earning the title of "soccer specialist announcer." However, Bae Seong-jae's broadcasting experience extends far beyond soccer, encompassing baseball, Olympics, and various other sports events. As an SBS Sports announcer, he has covered diverse domestic and international sporting events, accumulating extensive sports knowledge and comme...

Ulsan HD, coming off a disappointing FIFA Club World Cup campaign with three defeats, faces Gwangju FC in the Korea Cup quarterfinals on July 2, representing potentially their last opportunity for silverware this season. The former K League powerhouse has seen their domestic league position drop to seventh place during their international commitments, making the cup competition crucial for salvaging their campaign. Club World Cup Disappointment Ulsan HD's participation in the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States last month, while historically significant as representatives of Asian football, yielded disappointing results. The team suffered defeats against European giants Borussia Dortmund and South American champions Flamengo, among others, failing to advance from the group stage despite high expectations. The month-long winless streak during the tournament highlighted the gap between Asian and global football standards, though the experience gained from facing world-...

Tottenham Hotspur captain Son Heung-min faces his most uncertain future at the North London club in a decade, with multiple reports suggesting an increasingly likely departure. Simultaneously, Spurs are reportedly pursuing Brighton's Japanese winger Kaoru Mitoma as a potential replacement, creating a fascinating narrative of Asian football's generational shift in the Premier League. Growing Speculation Around Son's Departure British media outlets reported on June 30 that Son's likelihood of leaving Tottenham has reached unprecedented levels. Football London, a publication specializing in Tottenham coverage, indicated that the South Korean star has shown interest in playing in Major League Soccer, while Saudi Arabian clubs continue their efforts to lure him away from the Premier League. The speculation comes amid Tottenham's disappointing 2024-25 season performance, where the club has struggled to meet expectations and faces uncertainty regarding Champions ...

Son Heung-min has finally achieved the dream that has eluded him throughout his illustrious career, lifting his first major trophy as Tottenham Hotspur captain in the 2025 UEFA Europa League final. The historic 1-0 victory over Manchester United on May 21st marked not only a personal milestone for the South Korean superstar but also ended Tottenham's 17-year trophy drought in spectacular fashion. This triumph represents the culmination of a decade-long journey for Son since joining Spurs in 2015. Throughout his tenure in North London, the 32-year-old forward has come tantalizingly close to silverware on multiple occasions, most notably reaching the Champions League final in 2019 and the League Cup final in 2021, only to fall at the final hurdle. The weight of these near-misses made this Europa League success all the more meaningful. Son's path to this moment has been defined by unwavering determination and exceptional consistency. Despite entering the final as a substitute...

Despite Tottenham Hotspur captain Son Heung-min being selected as the main model for the team's 2025-26 season new away kit, British media are pointing out that his future remains uncertain. Tottenham recently unveiled their new away kit through their official website, featuring Son Heung-min as the main model alongside Guglielmo Vicario, Djed Spence, and Dominic Solanke. However, British football media maintain that this doesn't necessarily indicate Son's stay with the club. Football.London reported that Son Heung-min faces an uncertain future at Tottenham, noting that while he appeared as a key model wearing the new kit, it remains unclear whether he will actually play next season wearing this uniform. The significantly reduced screen time for Son in the kit promotional video has also drawn attention. talkSPORT reported that Saudi Arabian clubs Al-Hilal, Al-Nassr, and Al-Qadisiyah are offering a total annual salary of 40 million euros (approximately 63.2 billion w...