World Cup Daily LIVE: Netherlands, Japan kick off ...

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A German soccer fan cycled 26,000 kilometers from Berlin to Houston to watch his country play in the World Cup, arriving just in time for the tournament. The journey took months of pedaling across continents, through deserts and mountains, to reach the host city. His determination reflects the passion World Cup supporters demonstrate, traveling extreme distances for their teams. Meanwhile, the Netherlands and Japan are among the matches happening today, continuing tournament play as fans from around the world converge on stadiums.