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Barrow FC blur their submarine crest after FIFA bans fan's St George's Cross flag at World Cup
A group of Barrow fans were refused entry to England's 4-2 win over Croatia in Dallas after FIFA's ban on military imagery blocked their St George's Cross flag, which featured the club's submarine badge. Barrow FC have responded by releasing a comical temporary crest with the submarine blurred out.
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Kang-In Lee set to leave PSG for Atlético Madrid for €25m
According to Fabrizio Romano, a personal agreement between Kang-In Lee and Atlético Madrid is increasingly close. PSG could sell the South Korean international for around €25 million this summer.
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Brazilian media savage Casemiro after struggling display in Brazil's 3-0 win over Haiti
Five of eight O Globo columnists singled out Casemiro as Brazil's weakest performer in their 3-0 victory over Haiti in Philadelphia, with critics saying the ex-Manchester United midfielder looked "lost" and "below his usual level" at World Cup 2026.
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Ronaldinho ends 11-year retirement at 46 to sign with third-tier Italian side Ravenna
Ronaldinho has signed with Serie C club Ravenna FC at the age of 46, ending an 11-year absence from professional football. His exact playing role remains unclear, though the Brazilian legend hinted he intends to feature on the pitch.
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2026 World Cup: FIFA sanctions VAR referees after Argentina-Algeria controversy
Following Algeria's defeat to Argentina (3-0) and a complaint filed by the Algerian Football Federation, FIFA has reportedly decided to sanction the VAR referees who officiated the match, according to journalist Hafid Derradji.
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Cunha scores twice for Brazil as Endrick fan campaign puts Ancelotti under pressure
Matheus Cunha struck a brace as Brazil thrashed Haiti 3-0 in Philadelphia, but the Manchester United forward was quick to praise teenage starlet Endrick, whose growing fanbase is pushing Carlo Ancelotti to hand him a starting role.
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Casemiro agrees Inter Miami move as Brazilian media savage his World Cup displays
Casemiro has reached a verbal agreement to join Inter Miami, according to Fabrizio Romano, hours after five of eight Brazilian pundits named the former Manchester United midfielder as Brazil's worst performer in their 3-0 win over Haiti.
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Nagelsmann dismisses Klopp's 'still' quip as Germany prepare for Ivory Coast
Julian Nagelsmann says he 'did not expect an apology' from Jürgen Klopp after the former Liverpool manager joked about replacing him during Germany's 7-1 World Cup win over Curacao, drawing criticism from Stefan Effenberg.
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ITV revamps Emma Hayes' tactics set after 'kitchen' design sparks sexism backlash at World Cup 2026
ITV overhauled the studio set used for Emma Hayes' tactical analysis at World Cup 2026 after the original kitchen-like design drew widespread criticism for being sexist. Hayes returned with upgraded magnets and a tighter camera frame — and offered a few wry on-air nods to the controversy.
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Ronaldo defends João Neves with unity message after cyberbullying campaign
After João Neves was targeted by a cyberbullying campaign following comments about Cristiano Ronaldo that were misinterpreted, the Portuguese captain posted a group photo with two words: "Always united!"
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Courtois rules out Belgium return and targets career finish at Real Madrid
Thibaut Courtois has publicly closed the door on a return to Belgian club football, declaring Real Madrid his final destination. A contract extension to 2028 is understood to be agreed in principle, which would keep him at the club until he is 36.
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Vargas's World Cup cameo against South Korea reaffirms Atletico Madrid's faith in $7m signing
Obed Vargas came off the bench to play 20 minutes against South Korea at the 2026 World Cup, nearly scoring and shifting the game's momentum — enough to strengthen Atletico Madrid's conviction that the 20-year-old Mexican midfielder is ready to deliver now.
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Argentine presenter Florencia Pena resigns after falsely announcing Messi's father had died on live TV
Florencia Pena has stepped down from Luzu TV after incorrectly reporting on air that Jorge Messi had died. The Messi family later confirmed Jorge is facing a health situation but is recovering favourably.
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Emma Hayes defends ITV hydration-break analysis after sexism row prompts on-air tweaks
Emma Hayes has responded to criticism of her tactical analysis segments during ITV's World Cup coverage, after the broadcaster quietly upgraded her setup — swapping a chalkboard for counters and narrowing the shot to cut out a kitchen-like backdrop — following a social media backlash.
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Cunha scores twice for Brazil as his tearful mother watches on in Philadelphia
Matheus Cunha netted a brace as Brazil beat Haiti 3-0 in Philadelphia to top Group C at the 2026 World Cup. The Manchester United forward's mother was visibly overcome with emotion in the stands after both goals.
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Casemiro singled out by five Brazilian pundits after Haiti win raises fresh World Cup concerns
Five of eight O Globo columnists named Casemiro as Brazil's worst performer in their 3-0 win over Haiti at the 2026 World Cup, calling the ex-Manchester United midfielder 'lost' and 'worrying' across both group-stage appearances so far.
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Morocco briefly reaches 5th place in FIFA rankings, first African nation since 1994
After their 1-0 victory over Scotland in the 2026 World Cup, the Atlas Lions virtually climbed to 5th in the FIFA rankings — a national record and the first time an African team has reached that position since Nigeria in May 1994 — before being overtaken by Brazil hours later.
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Domenech calls for abolition of transfers after €300M rumors surrounding Olise
Targeted by PSG and Real Madrid, Michael Olise could become the most expensive player in history. Former France manager Raymond Domenech has lashed out against a system he deems out of control.
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Jeremy Doku slammed by French journalist for leaving World Cup to attend birth of his child
Manchester City winger Jeremy Doku has drawn fierce criticism from L'Equipe presenter France Pierron after revealing he would leave Belgium's World Cup squad to be present for the birth of his first child.
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Ronaldinho signs with Italian Serie C side Ravenna FC at 46 — but won't play
Ronaldinho has agreed a deal with Italian Serie C club Ravenna FC, but the 46-year-old will not feature in competitive matches. The Brazil legend's role is purely promotional, with an official unveiling planned in Miami next week.
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