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“Without his engagement and his involvement, it would have been impossible to organize a World Cup in the United States,” Infantino said ahead of the opening game.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

On an adjusted basis, earnings were $2.11 a share, ahead of the $1.96 analysts were expecting, according to FactSet.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Digital giants including Amazon, Apple and Meta spent 73 million euros on EU-focused lobbying annually, ahead of the 66.7 million euros spent by the finance sector.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Protesters have been steadily gathering for a week ahead of a massive protest planned for Tlalpan, near the Azteca Stadium on Wednesday night ahead of the first match.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

I thought the sounds came from the teams ahead of us.

From "Black Star, Bright Dawn" by Scott O'Dell