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Spain National Team Coach: 'Real Madrid Players Too Busy Winning Champions Leagues, So We Took Barcelona Benchwarmers Instead'

In a historic first, Spain's World Cup squad contains zero Real Madrid players—and the coach says it's because they 'just aren't hungry enough' for international glory.

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Iran National Team Granted Border-Crossing Visa That Expires 90 Minutes After Final Whistle

U.S. officials confirm players will be issued 'Matchday Only' passes, must surrender cleats at checkpoint, available for cavity search if game goes to extra time

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Iran National Team to Commute from Mexico to US for World Cup Games, Border Patrol to Check for Soccer Balls

In a historic first, a World Cup team will need a passport and a visa just to play a home game away from home.