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Arsenal's title heroes racing against time as injury toll threatens 2026-27 season
Arsenal's Premier League triumph has come at a significant physical cost, with Saka, Rice, Odegaard and Saliba all managing serious injuries at the World Cup — leaving Mikel Arteta facing a compressed summer to rebuild before the new season begins.
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Messi completes hat-trick then exits early as Argentina manage 39-year-old's minutes at World Cup 2026
Lionel Messi scored three times in 80 minutes against Algeria in Argentina's opening World Cup 2026 group game before being substituted off, with coach Lionel Scaloni appearing to manage the 39-year-old's workload rather than responding to any injury.
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Cunha plays down Brazil No.10 snub after Neymar's surprise World Cup return
Matheus Cunha had been expected to inherit Brazil's No.10 shirt for the 2026 World Cup, but Carlo Ancelotti's decision to select Neymar ended that prospect. The Manchester United forward, handed the No.9 instead, scored twice in a 3-0 win over Haiti after starting on the bench in the opener.
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Serbian pundit Bogdanović faces backlash after racist on-air comments about Belgium's Ngoy at World Cup
Former Atletico Madrid striker Rade Bogdanović sparked widespread condemnation after making racist remarks about Black players live on Serbian national broadcaster RTS during Belgium's 0-0 draw with Iran in Group G.
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Emma Hayes pauses World Cup coverage to honour late father on his heavenly birthday
Emma Hayes delivered an emotional Father's Day tribute to her late father Sid during ITV's World Cup coverage of Belgium vs Iran on Sunday, pausing her punditry segment to thank him for giving her the confidence to succeed in football.
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Iran players leave handwritten tribute to 168 Minab victims in Los Angeles World Cup dressing room
The Iranian squad left a handwritten letter in their dressing room after a 0-0 draw with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup in Los Angeles, referencing the 168 people — mostly children — killed in a US air strike on a school in Minab.
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Uruguayan media savage Ugarte as Man Utd midfielder struggles in 2-2 World Cup draw with Cape Verde
Manuel Ugarte endured a torrid night as Uruguay were held 2-2 by Cape Verde at World Cup 2026, leaving Marcelo Bielsa's side on just two points in Group H. Uruguayan outlets branded the Manchester United midfielder a 'glaring liability' who should have been substituted far sooner.
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Watkins urges England to seal knockout spot against Ghana with World Cup ambitions growing
Ollie Watkins has called on England to top Group L and qualify for the last 32 with a game to spare when they face Ghana on Tuesday, while acknowledging the threat posed by Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo.
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Ghana optimistic Ati-Zigi will recover in time to face England at World Cup
Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Ghana's first-choice goalkeeper, suffered a groin injury during the 1-0 win over Panama but has returned to light training ahead of Tuesday's Group L clash with England in Boston.
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France-Iraq threatened by violent storms in Philadelphia, tornadoes and lightning feared
France's second World Cup match against Iraq on Monday in Philadelphia could be severely disrupted by violent storms. FIFA regulations mandate a 30-minute suspension each time lightning is detected within 13 km of the stadium.
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Manchester City complete pre-season tour with Atletico Madrid and K-League All Stars fixtures in Seoul
Manchester City have finalised their summer schedule, adding games against the K-League All Stars on August 5 and Atletico Madrid on August 9 at Seoul World Cup Stadium to an already-confirmed clash with Inter Milan in Hong Kong on August 1.
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Klopp urges Iraola to build Liverpool around Wirtz: 'Just give him the ball'
Jurgen Klopp has called on new Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola to make Florian Wirtz the focal point of his side, arguing the £116m signing needs constant involvement to unlock his best form.
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Inter Miami face £750,000 discovery rights fee to sign free-agent Casemiro from under LA Galaxy's nose
Inter Miami are closing in on Casemiro after the Brazilian opted for Florida over LA Galaxy, but David Beckham's club must first resolve a discovery rights dispute that could cost them £750,000 in compensation.
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France vs Iraq World Cup clash in Philadelphia threatened by severe storm warnings
France and Iraq's World Cup 2026 Group I fixture at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia faces potential delays or cancellation after severe storms were forecast near the stadium on matchday.
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Uruguayan media savage Ugarte as Man United midfielder flops in World Cup draw with Cape Verde
Manuel Ugarte was singled out as Uruguay's 'biggest weakness' after a 2-2 draw with Cape Verde at the 2026 World Cup left Marcelo Bielsa's side on the brink of a group-stage exit with just two points from two games.
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Egypt Clinches Historic First World Cup Victory Against New Zealand
Trailing after Finn Surman's 15th-minute goal, Egypt reversed the result against New Zealand 3-1 in the second half through Ziko, Salah and Trezeguet, securing their first-ever World Cup win after three previous appearances.
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World Cup 2026 Day Schedule: Argentina, France, Norway and Jordan in Action Across the US
Four World Cup 2026 group-stage matches take place today across venues in Texas, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and California, featuring Argentina, France, Norway, and Jordan among the nations in action.
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Tearful Egypt boss Hassan takes dig at Salah's misuse after historic World Cup win over New Zealand
Egypt claimed their first-ever World Cup victory, beating New Zealand 3-1 in Vancouver as Mohamed Salah played a key role in the comeback. An emotional Hossam Hassan then appeared to take aim at coaches who had mishandled the forward.
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Deschamps defends Dembélé after subdued display against Senegal
Ousmane Dembélé had a quiet first match for France against Senegal at the World Cup, but manager Didier Deschamps publicly backed his winger, attributing his struggles to a season hampered by injuries and just ten league starts.
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Saka trains with England squad ahead of Ghana clash but remains unlikely to start
Bukayo Saka joined England's full training session on Sunday despite managing an Achilles injury, offering a boost ahead of Tuesday's World Cup Group L clash with Ghana in Boston. Manager Thomas Tuchel still does not expect the winger to start until the Panama game.
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