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Ronaldo scores twice to silence critics and become World Cup's second-oldest scorer
Cristiano Ronaldo ended what he called a 'dark week' of criticism by netting twice as Portugal demolished Uzbekistan 5-0 in Houston, becoming the first player to score in six World Cups and the second-oldest scorer in tournament history.
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England fans boo hydration breaks again as Tuchel's side face Ghana in Boston
England supporters voiced their frustration with FIFA's mandatory hydration stoppages during the World Cup Group L match against Ghana in Boston, repeating the reaction seen in the opening game against Croatia. The breaks, introduced for the first time at this tournament, came amid cool, rainy conditions of around 18°C.
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Ronaldo scores twice as Portugal eye potential Messi quarterfinal at World Cup 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo netted twice in Portugal's 5-0 rout of Uzbekistan to advance from Group K, setting up a possible World Cup quarterfinal against Lionel Messi's Argentina on July 11 in Kansas City.
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World Cup feed cut away from Partey handshakes before England vs Ghana, not BBC
Some England players, including Harry Kane, did shake the Villarreal midfielder's hand.
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Mexico City bans alcohol sales ahead of World Cup clash with Czech Republic
Mexico City authorities have imposed a ban on alcohol sales in convenience stores, supermarkets and grocery shops across the historic downtown and surrounding areas on Wednesday, covering the 7 p.m. kick-off against the Czech Republic. The move follows 700,000 fans flooding Reforma Avenue last week after Mexico's win over South Korea.
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Shearer fumes at 'crazy' hydration break rule during England's World Cup clash with Ghana
Alan Shearer voiced his frustration live on BBC commentary after a scheduled hydration break was called just moments after a lengthy injury stoppage during England's 2026 World Cup group-stage match against Ghana in Boston.
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Boston storm threatens England vs Ghana but major delay unlikely, forecasters say
Rain and thunder are expected in Boston during England's World Cup 2026 group game against Ghana at Gillette Stadium, days after a thunderstorm halted France vs Iraq for more than two hours in Philadelphia.
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Bellingham becomes England's youngest player to 50 caps, eclipsing Rooney's record
Jude Bellingham has broken Wayne Rooney's long-standing record to become the youngest player in England history to earn 50 international caps, reaching the milestone at 22 years and 359 days ahead of his start against Ghana at the 2026 World Cup.
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Deschamps steps away from France duty after death of his mother
Didier Deschamps will miss France's final World Cup qualifying Group I match against Norway on Friday after learning of his mother's death. Assistant coach Guy Stephan will take charge of training and the bench in his absence.
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Partey booed by England fans before World Cup 2026 clash with Ghana in Boston
Thomas Partey was greeted with boos from England supporters when his name was announced before Ghana's Group L fixture against England in Boston, days after he was denied entry to Canada for Ghana's opener against Panama.
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Deschamps flies home to attend his mother's funeral, missing France's final World Cup group game
Didier Deschamps will return to France for his mother's funeral and miss Les Bleus' final Group I match against Norway on Friday. Assistant coach Guy Stephan will take charge of the squad in his absence.
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2026 World Cup: Eight third-place spots up for grabs as group stage reaches its climax
For the first time in World Cup history, the eight best third-place finishers across 12 groups will advance to the Round of 32. With 12 teams competing for those spots, the race heading into the final matchday on June 23 is one of the tournament's most compelling storylines.
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Gareth Bale partners with US private equity firm to pursue controlling stake in football club
Gareth Bale has revealed plans to acquire a controlling stake in a football club through a new sports investment vehicle formed with American private equity firm Juggernaut Capital Partners. Cardiff City has been mentioned as one potential target among several clubs under consideration.
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Ronaldo scores twice to become first player to score in six World Cups
Cristiano Ronaldo silenced his critics with a brace in Portugal's 5-0 rout of Uzbekistan in Houston on Tuesday, becoming the first player in history to score at six separate World Cup tournaments.
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Henry reverses Ronaldo criticism after two goals and an assist steer Portugal to 5-0 rout of Uzbekistan
Thierry Henry had questioned Cristiano Ronaldo's selfishness after Portugal's opening draw with DR Congo, but the 41-year-old answered with two goals and an assist in a 5-0 win over Uzbekistan at World Cup 2026, earning a public reversal from the former France striker.
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Ronaldo's brace against Uzbekistan puts him in World Cup 2026 golden boot race with Messi
Cristiano Ronaldo silenced his critics with two goals against Uzbekistan to enter the World Cup 2026 golden boot standings, where Lionel Messi leads on five goals ahead of Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland on four.
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Tottenham's higher wage offer puts Manchester United under pressure to land Mateus Fernandes
Manchester United face a serious battle to sign West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes this summer, with Tottenham Hotspur reportedly offering a larger overall financial package and higher wages to the 21-year-old Portuguese star.
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Ronaldo scores at record sixth World Cup as Portugal demolish Uzbekistan 5-0
Cristiano Ronaldo made World Cup history by scoring at a sixth different tournament as Portugal swept aside Uzbekistan 5-0 in Houston on Tuesday, launching their 2026 campaign in emphatic fashion.
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Retired Premier League linesman Darren Cann joins BBC as World Cup 2026 refereeing analyst
Darren Cann, who retired in April 2025 after a 30-year career that included the 2010 World Cup Final, has joined the BBC as an expert refereeing analyst for World Cup 2026. The former Premier League assistant referee has also called for attackers to be banned from the six-yard box before corners are taken.
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Ronaldo scores twice and sets World Cup record as Portugal demolish Uzbekistan 5-0
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six different World Cups as Portugal swept aside Uzbekistan 5-0, with his brace taking his international tally to 145 goals — a response to Lionel Messi's record-breaking night 24 hours earlier.
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