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Lucia Loi opens up on endometriosis struggle while supporting Rashford at World Cup 2026
Marcus Rashford's partner Lucia Loi shared an emotional Instagram post detailing her battle with endometriosis, posting a photograph of herself in tears after the condition prevented her from attending a friend's birthday. Loi was in New Jersey to watch Rashford feature in England's 2-0 win over Panama.
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Kane breaks Lineker's 36-year England record with header as Lineker jokes: 'Shut the f*** up'
Harry Kane's 67th-minute header against Panama at the 2026 World Cup was his 11th goal at the tournament, surpassing Gary Lineker's record of 10 that had stood since 1990. Lineker responded with a joking on-air outburst before offering sincere congratulations.
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England face DR Congo as World Cup last-32 fixtures confirmed after group stage
The World Cup knockout stage is set after the group phase concluded, with England — who topped their group by beating Panama — facing DR Congo on Wednesday. France, Argentina and Mexico were the only sides to finish with perfect records.
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Lucia Loi opens up about endometriosis battle while supporting Rashford at World Cup
Marcus Rashford's partner Lucia Loi has shared an emotional post about her struggle with endometriosis, revealing she was left in tears and unable to attend a friend's birthday. The 28-year-old was in the stands in New Jersey as Rashford helped England beat Panama 2-0 at World Cup 2026.
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England top Group L at World Cup 2026 with 2-0 win over Panama — and face Senegal next
Thomas Tuchel's England sealed top spot in Group L with a 2-0 victory over Panama in East Rutherford, setting up a round-of-32 meeting with Senegal — though DR Congo could yet take that slot.
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Maguire backs Rashford return to United after Barcelona opt against permanent deal
Harry Maguire has publicly supported a Marcus Rashford return to Manchester United after Barcelona declined to trigger their £26m purchase option, instead signing Anthony Gordon from Newcastle for £70m.
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FIFA to pay Manchester United nearly £6m after Ugarte suffers horror knee injury at World Cup
Manuel Ugarte sustained a serious knee injury during Uruguay's 1-0 defeat to Spain at the 2026 World Cup, ruling him out for approximately nine months. FIFA's Club Protection Programme means Manchester United are entitled to close to £6 million in salary compensation.
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Merino reveals why his Euro 2024 winner in Stuttgart was the highlight of his career
Mikel Merino's extra-time header against Germany in the Euro 2024 quarter-final carried a deeply personal weight: his father scored one of his most important career goals in the same Stuttgart stadium 33 years earlier, and Merino celebrated in exactly the same way.
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England face DR Congo in round of 32 after FIFA expands World Cup to 48 teams
England will contest a round of 32 fixture for the first time in their history after FIFA's expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams added an extra knockout round. Thomas Tuchel's side topped Group L with a 2-0 win over Panama, though a defensive injury to Jarell Quansah has added concern.
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Alonso pushes Chelsea to break transfer rules with move for Sunderland's Xhaka
Chelsea are in talks over signing 33-year-old Granit Xhaka from Sunderland, a move that would break the club's long-standing policy of targeting players under 25. New manager Xabi Alonso previously worked with Xhaka at Bayer Leverkusen, where the pair won an unbeaten league and cup double.
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Arsenal's No. 39 shirt could be the key sweetener to lure Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle
Arsenal have already seen a £55m bid for Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes rejected this summer, but the Gunners can offer the Brazil midfielder his cherished No. 39 shirt — a number he has worn throughout his career as a tribute to his father.
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Rashford outshines £70m Gordon as Spanish media warn Barcelona signing faces World Cup exile
Marcus Rashford replaced Anthony Gordon in England's starting XI and delivered the standout performance of a 2-0 win over Panama at World Cup 2026, prompting Spanish outlets to warn the £70m Barcelona signing faces a permanent spell on the bench.
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England drawn against DR Congo in World Cup round of 32 after FIFA reshuffle
England will face DR Congo in Atlanta on Wednesday, July 1 after a FIFA rule change reshuffled the round of 32 bracket. Thomas Tuchel's side topped Group L with seven points, setting up a potential last-16 clash with Mexico or Ecuador.
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DR Congo's 'Living Statue' superfan denied US visa, misses World Cup clash against Uzbekistan
Michel Kuka Mboladinga, the DR Congo supporter famous for standing motionless like a bronze statue, has been refused a US visa for the second time this tournament, missing his nation's Group K win over Uzbekistan at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
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Ugarte faces suspected cruciate injury after being stretchered off for Uruguay at World Cup
Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte was stretchered off during Uruguay's 1-0 defeat to Spain at the 2026 World Cup and was later spotted leaving the Estadio Akron in a wheelchair. Journalist Rodri Vazquez reports tests point to a cruciate ligament injury.
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Arsenal's summer spending could surpass £160m as four targets signal transfer intent
Arsenal have already secured Piero Hincapie for £35m and are now pursuing four additional signings worth a combined £160m, including Leicester's Jeremy Monga, free agent Oscar Mingueza, and further targets identified by sporting director Andrea Berta.
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Caesars Sports warns USA World Cup run would be 'biggest loss ever' on a soccer tournament
The United States has become the most-backed team in World Cup futures at Caesars Sports, creating a sizable sportsbook liability. Despite a 3-2 loss to Türkiye in stoppage time, public support for the host nation has not wavered.
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Messi breaks record to score in seven straight World Cup games with 19th career goal
Lionel Messi became the first player in history to score in seven consecutive World Cup matches, netting a trademark free kick in the 80th minute as Argentina closed out Group J against Jordan.
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How Tottenham have twice raided World Cup stages to land key signings
With World Cup 2026 underway, Tottenham's transfer history shows they are willing to act on tournament performances. Brennan Johnson's £47.5m move from Nottingham Forest and William Gallas's arrival after 2010 are two notable examples.
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Anderson signed but City's midfield rebuild is far from over as Grealish and Bouaddi situations remain unresolved
Manchester City have agreed a club-record £116m deal for Elliot Anderson, but significant uncertainty remains across their squad, with questions over Jack Grealish, Ayyoub Bouaddi, Rodri, Mateo Kovacic and right-back cover all still to be resolved.
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