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Bellingham provokes Messi, who responds with two assists for Argentina
In the World Cup semi-final against England, Jude Bellingham verbally attacked Lionel Messi, who answered on the pitch by delivering two assists to qualify Argentina for the final.
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Lineker brands Tuchel's Messi tactics 'unfathomable' as Argentina end England's World Cup
Gary Lineker and Micah Richards have rounded on Thomas Tuchel after England surrendered a 1-0 lead to lose 2-1 to Argentina in Atlanta, with Lionel Messi providing two late assists to send the defending champions into the World Cup final.
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Messi silences critics with two assists as Argentina end England's World Cup dream
Lionel Messi set up both goals as Argentina defeated England in the World Cup semi-final in Atlanta, sending the defending champions into a final against Spain. The 39-year-old will become only the second player in history to appear in three World Cup finals.
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Argentinian media savage Tuchel's tactics and Bellingham after stoppage-time World Cup exit
Argentina's press revelled in England's semi-final defeat, mocking Thomas Tuchel's defensive approach after Anthony Gordon's opener and repeatedly dismissing Jude Bellingham with the line 'And Bellingham? Nothing' across match reports.
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Romero and Lo Celso risk FIFA punishment after Falklands banner at World Cup
Argentina players Cristian Romero, Giovani Lo Celso and Nicolas Otamendi displayed a banner claiming the Falkland Islands belong to Argentina on the pitch after their 2-1 semi-final comeback win over England, potentially breaching FIFA's strict rules against political statements.
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Argentina players brandish Falklands banner on pitch after knocking England out of World Cup
Argentina's players displayed a banner reading 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas' during post-match celebrations after eliminating England in the World Cup semi-final on 15 July, potentially breaching FIFA rules banning political slogans on the pitch.
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England face France in World Cup bronze medal match after Argentina heartbreak
England will play France in the third-place play-off at Miami Stadium on Saturday, July 10 (10pm UK), after a 2-1 semi-final defeat to Argentina. Victory would mark England's best World Cup finish since 1966.
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Kane openly criticizes Tuchel after England's cruel World Cup semi-final elimination
Beaten 2-1 by Argentina in extra time, England misses out on another World Cup final. Harry Kane pointed to his manager's tactical caution after the final whistle.
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Rajoy doubles down after Spain's victory over France without apologizing
Two days after publishing an op-ed comparing the French team to a squad "with no French players," former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy reiterated his racist remarks following La Roja's 2-0 semi-final victory in the 2026 World Cup.
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Manchester United eye £45m Roma midfielder Manu Kone after France's World Cup exit clears path
Manchester United are targeting Roma's Manu Kone as their third midfield signing of the summer, with the 25-year-old France international potentially available for around £45m following his country's World Cup semi-final elimination.
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England face France in World Cup bronze final on July 18 at Miami Stadium
England will meet France in the third-place play-off at Miami Stadium on Saturday, July 18, after suffering a 2-1 semi-final defeat to Argentina. A win would secure England's best World Cup finish in 60 years.
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Rooney pins England's World Cup semi-final collapse on Tuchel's defensive gamble
Wayne Rooney blamed Thomas Tuchel's substitutions for England's 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final, saying the decision to introduce three defenders after Anthony Gordon's opener drained belief and surrendered control of the match.
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Rooney, Shearer and Muller turn on Tuchel after England's World Cup semi-final collapse against Argentina
Thomas Tuchel faces a wave of criticism from pundits after England surrendered a 1-0 lead to lose 2-1 to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final, with Wayne Rooney, Alan Shearer and Thomas Muller all condemning his decision to drop into a back five after Anthony Gordon's opener.
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How United's £35m Tielemans deal quietly hands Man City an edge over Arsenal
Manchester City could benefit indirectly from Manchester United's summer recruitment, with the £35m signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa strengthening Villa's hand in negotiations over Morgan Rogers — a player Arsenal need to upgrade their midfield.
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Manchester United confirm new 100,000-seat Old Trafford will rise 350 metres from current ground
Manchester United have confirmed their new 100,000-seat stadium will be built 350 metres from the current Old Trafford, on land purchased from Indurent. The decision avoids the need for an interim ground but has divided supporters, with the Manchester United Supporters Trust calling for the club to do more to address fan concerns.
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Tuchel vows to stay as England boss despite World Cup semi-final exit to Argentina
Thomas Tuchel has confirmed he will remain England manager after the Three Lions' World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina in Atlanta, with his contract running until Euro 2028 on home soil.
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Pro-Falkland Banner: Several Argentine Players Face Suspension Threat Before Final
After their stunning comeback against England, Lissandro Martinez, Giovani Lo Celso and other Argentine players displayed a banner reading "The Falklands are Argentine", exposing themselves to FIFA disciplinary proceedings.
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De la Fuente hits back at Deschamps: "When you lose, you look for excuses"
After France's 2-0 defeat to Spain in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, Didier Deschamps questioned the referee's standard. Luis de la Fuente responded sharply, defending the official and dismissing claims of bias.
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FIFA Considers 30-Minute Halftime for 2026 World Cup Final
To host a major musical show featuring Shakira, Madonna and BTS, FIFA is reportedly studying the idea of extending the halftime break of the 2026 World Cup final to 20 or 30 minutes, double the standard 15-minute duration.
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Tielemans takes No. 18 shirt as Rashford's Barcelona return fades further
Manchester United have completed the signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa, their third addition in a week, as the Belgian midfielder inherits the iconic No. 18 shirt. Meanwhile, Marcus Rashford's hopes of a permanent Barcelona move have dimmed after fresh reports from Spain.
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