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#Nagelsmann #backs #injured #Gnabry #World #Cup #doubts #grow">Nagelsmann backs injured Gnabry as World Cup doubts grow Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann on Sunday threw his support behind Bayern Munich forward Serge Gnabry, who could miss the World Cup with injury.
Late on Saturday, Bayern announced Gnabry would be out for an “extended period” with an adductor strain.
The Bundesliga champion in waiting did not indicate how long Gnabry could be out for.
Several German media sources reported Sunday the one-time Arsenal forward would be out for two to three months which would mean missing the World Cup which starts on June 11.
“I feel very sorry for Serge. This is particularly bitter news at the end of the season, with so many big and important matches coming up,” Nagelsmann said in a statement to AFP subsidiary SID.
The coach, who also managed Gnabry while in charge of Bayern, said he spoke with the 30-year-old on Saturday once the diagnosis was clear.
“I told him that we in the national team are all behind him. We will all support him in the best way possible so that he can get back on the pitch as soon as possible.”
Gnabry has returned to form this season in a firing Bayern front line alongside Harry Kane, Michael Olise and Luis Diaz. Bayern are through to the semi-finals of the Champions League and German Cup and can win the Bundesliga as early as Sunday.
In 21 league games this season, he has eight goals and seven assists and was considered a certainty to make Nagelsmann’s World Cup squad if fit.
Published on Apr 19, 2026
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann on Sunday threw his support behind Bayern Munich forward Serge Gnabry,…
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#Jerseys #transit #fare #chilling #effect #fans #FIFA #warns">New Jersey’s $150 transit fare will have ‘chilling effect’ on fans, FIFA warns
New Jersey’s decision to charge $150 for a round-trip transit to World Cup games will have a “chilling effect” on fans, FIFA has warned as the fare represents a 10-fold increase from the usual $15 for the route.
The dramatic price hike adds to the cost of World Cup match tickets, which can run into the thousands of dollars, especially on the resale market. The MetLife Stadium is set to host eight matches, including the July 19 final.
New Jersey Transit CEO Kris Kolluri had defended the pricing, citing higher passenger volumes due to closed public parking around the stadium and increased costs from World Cup security requirements.
Heimo Schirgi, the Chief Operating Officer for the 2026 World Cup, said the price increase would force fans to look at alternative options.
“The NJ Transit current pricing model will have a chilling effect. Elevated fares inevitably push fans toward alternative transportation options,” Schirgi said in a statement.
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“This increases concerns of congestion, late arrivals, and creates broader ripple effects that ultimately diminish the economic benefit and lasting legacy the entire region stands to gain from hosting the World Cup.
“Furthermore, to arbitrarily set elevated prices and demand FIFA absorb these costs is unprecedented. No other global event, concert or major sporting promoter has faced such a demand.”
GOVERNOR SAYS ‘FIFA SHOULD PAY’
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill previously said NJ TRANSIT had been “stuck with a $48-million bill” to ensure fan safety while FIFA was making $11 billion.
“I’m not going to stick New Jersey commuters with that tab for years to come. FIFA should pay for the rides,” Sherrill said.
FIFA refuted Sherrill’s claim, saying they were generating $11 billion in revenue, not profits.
“FIFA has always been a not-for-profit organisation as per our statutes. Revenues from the FIFA World Cup are reinvested into developing the game of football, particularly for youth and women, worldwide,” Schirgi added.
“Lastly, we applaud our host city partners across the country who embraced this opportunity to showcase their region to visitors by providing low cost and often unchanged rates for mass transit.”
Published on Apr 18, 2026
New Jersey’s decision to charge $150 for a round-trip transit to World Cup games will have a “chilling effect” on fans, FIFA has warned as the fare represents a 10-fold increase from the usual $15 for the route.
The dramatic price hike adds to the cost of World Cup match tickets, which can run into the thousands of dollars, especially on the resale market. The MetLife Stadium is set to host eight matches, including the July 19 final.
New Jersey Transit CEO Kris Kolluri had defended the pricing, citing higher passenger volumes due to closed public parking around the stadium and increased costs from World Cup security requirements.
Heimo Schirgi, the Chief Operating Officer for the 2026 World Cup, said the price increase would force fans to look at alternative options.
“The NJ Transit current pricing model will have a chilling effect. Elevated fares inevitably push fans toward alternative transportation options,” Schirgi said in a statement.
ALSO READ | France to complete preparation against Northern Ireland on Jun
“This increases concerns of congestion, late arrivals, and creates broader ripple effects that ultimately diminish the economic benefit and lasting legacy the entire region stands to gain from hosting the World Cup.
“Furthermore, to arbitrarily set elevated prices and demand FIFA absorb these costs is unprecedented. No other global event, concert or major sporting promoter has faced such a demand.”
GOVERNOR SAYS ‘FIFA SHOULD PAY’
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill previously said NJ TRANSIT had been “stuck with a $48-million bill” to ensure fan safety while FIFA was making $11 billion.
“I’m not going to stick New Jersey commuters with that tab for years to come. FIFA should pay for the rides,” Sherrill said.
FIFA refuted Sherrill’s claim, saying they were generating $11 billion in revenue, not profits.
“FIFA has always been a not-for-profit organisation as per our statutes. Revenues from the FIFA World Cup are reinvested into developing the game of football, particularly for youth and women, worldwide,” Schirgi added.
“Lastly, we applaud our host city partners across the country who embraced this opportunity to showcase their region to visitors by providing low cost and often unchanged rates for mass transit.”
Published on Apr 18, 2026
New Jersey’s decision to charge $150 for a round-trip transit to World Cup games will…
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#FIFA #World #Cup #ExCeltic #midfielder #Nakamura #joins #Japan #coaching #staff #World #Cup">FIFA World Cup 2026: Ex-Celtic midfielder Nakamura joins Japan coaching staff for World Cup
Former Celtic free-kick specialist Shunsuke Nakamura will join Japan’s World Cup coaching staff, the Japan Football Association (JFA) said on Thursday.
The former midfielder was known for his set-piece prowess and scored a memorable curling free-kick against Manchester United in the Champions League.
The JFA said Nakamura would join coach Hajime Moriyasu’s backroom staff for the World Cup, where Japan has been drawn in Group F with the Netherlands, Tunisia and Sweden.
“I gave a lot of thought to the impact my involvement might have at this crucial stage, with the World Cup finals just around the corner,” the 47-year-old said.
“But after receiving a passionate and encouraging message from Moriyasu, I decided to accept.”
Nakamura won 98 caps for Japan, scoring 24 goals, and played at the 2006 and 2010 World Cups.
ALSO READ: New Zealand qualifies for FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027
He joined Celtic in 2005 from Italian side Reggina and went on to win three Scottish league titles during his four seasons in Glasgow.
He retired in 2022 and became an assistant coach with Japanese side Yokohama FC.
“I am committed to sharing the same vision as the Japan players as they compete on the world stage, and I will do everything to help them achieve their goals,” Nakamura said.
Published on Apr 16, 2026
Former Celtic free-kick specialist Shunsuke Nakamura will join Japan’s World Cup coaching staff, the Japan Football Association (JFA) said on Thursday.
The former midfielder was known for his set-piece prowess and scored a memorable curling free-kick against Manchester United in the Champions League.
The JFA said Nakamura would join coach Hajime Moriyasu’s backroom staff for the World Cup, where Japan has been drawn in Group F with the Netherlands, Tunisia and Sweden.
“I gave a lot of thought to the impact my involvement might have at this crucial stage, with the World Cup finals just around the corner,” the 47-year-old said.
“But after receiving a passionate and encouraging message from Moriyasu, I decided to accept.”
Nakamura won 98 caps for Japan, scoring 24 goals, and played at the 2006 and 2010 World Cups.
ALSO READ: New Zealand qualifies for FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027
He joined Celtic in 2005 from Italian side Reggina and went on to win three Scottish league titles during his four seasons in Glasgow.
He retired in 2022 and became an assistant coach with Japanese side Yokohama FC.
“I am committed to sharing the same vision as the Japan players as they compete on the world stage, and I will do everything to help them achieve their goals,” Nakamura said.
Published on Apr 16, 2026
Former Celtic free-kick specialist Shunsuke Nakamura will join Japan’s World Cup coaching staff, the Japan…
