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Cunha scores twice as Brazil rout Haiti, but Raphinha injury clouds striker solution
Matheus Cunha netted a brace to lead Brazil to a 3-0 win over Haiti in Philadelphia, but a suspected hamstring injury to Raphinha threatens to cut short the Manchester United forward's stint as a makeshift striker.
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Almiron sent off for covering his mouth in World Cup first under new FIFA rule
Miguel Almiron became the first player dismissed for covering his mouth while speaking to an opponent, receiving a red card during Paraguay's World Cup group-stage match against Turkey.
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Liverpool target Juventus midfielder Thuram as Inter set July 16 deadline for Curtis Jones deal
Andoni Iraola's Liverpool are pursuing Juventus midfielder Khephren Thuram, a former Klopp target, while Inter Milan have set a July 16 deadline to sign academy product Curtis Jones for a reported £17m — below Liverpool's £26m valuation.
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Ancelotti confirms Neymar return but faces Raphinha fitness scare before Brazil's Scotland decider
Carlo Ancelotti says Neymar will be available for Brazil's World Cup Group C decider against Scotland, but Raphinha faces tests after leaving the 3-0 win over Haiti with hamstring tightness.
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Fernandes eyes £80m Man United move as West Ham face FFP pressure after relegation
Manchester United are plotting a below-asking-price bid for West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes, who is desperate to join the club, but face competition from Arsenal, Real Madrid and PSG for the 21-year-old Portugal international.
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FAF files complaint with FIFA over controversial refereeing decisions against Argentina
After losing 3-0 to Argentina in Kansas City during the 2026 World Cup, Algeria officially filed a complaint with FIFA contesting two decisions by referee Szymon Marciniak: a stamp by Messi on Mandi and an elbow from Mac Allister on Maza.
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Mathis Jangeal leaves PSG for Famalicão despite professional offer
Gambardella Cup winner and French U19 champion, attacking midfielder Mathis Jangeal (18) is joining Portuguese club Famalicão, turning down a professional contract offered by Paris Saint-Germain.
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Greenwood persona non grata in Premier League, Tottenham shuts door on €50m deal
Tottenham will not pursue Mason Greenwood this summer, despite Roberto De Zerbi's interest in his former Olympique de Marseille player. The English striker, valued at €50 million, remains unwelcome in the Premier League due to domestic violence allegations that marked his career in 2022.
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Man United hold Tchouameni talks and table £43m bid for Baturina in midfield overhaul
Manchester United have met with Aurelien Tchouameni's representatives to gauge his availability at Real Madrid, while a £43m offer for Como's Martin Baturina has been rejected as the club targets midfield reinforcements ahead of their Champions League campaign.
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Pochettino likens USA's roaring Seattle crowd to Argentina's iconic fan base after 2-0 win
Mauricio Pochettino drew a striking comparison after the United States beat Australia 2-0 in Seattle, saying American fans are now matching Argentina's renowned support. The crowd was so loud that Alex Freeman's goal registered as a seismic tremor.
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FIFA's new head-to-head rule seals Mexico top spot and could clinch USA's group early
Mexico became the first team to secure a top-two finish at World Cup 2026 after their 1-0 win over South Korea, thanks to a new FIFA rule that prioritises head-to-head records over goal difference. The USA could clinch their group next if Turkey fail to beat Paraguay.
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USA clinch World Cup knockout spot in two games with 2-0 win over Australia
The United States made history at the 2026 World Cup on Friday, beating Australia 2-0 in Seattle to secure a round-of-32 place after just two group-stage games — a first for the programme. Captain Tim Ream called it the most special group he has been part of.
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Yildiz 'welcomes' Arsenal move as Real Madrid cool interest in Calafiori
Juventus winger Kenan Yildiz has reportedly welcomed a move to Arsenal, while Real Madrid's pursuit of Riccardo Calafiori has cooled after the Gunners placed an £86m price tag on the Italian defender.
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Robinson open to Fulham exit as Man United weigh £28m left-back move
Antonee Robinson has said he would leave Fulham if a club met his asking price, with Manchester United emerging as a serious suitor. The 28-year-old American is valued at around £28m and is competing for attention alongside Newcastle's Lewis Hall.
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Ibrahimovic's dig at absent Lalas leaves Thierry Henry speechless on World Cup panel
Zlatan Ibrahimovic quipped 'America, you're welcome' when told Alexi Lalas had left the FOX Sports studio for Seattle, prompting a jaw-drop from fellow analyst Thierry Henry. The remark is the latest flashpoint in a tense on-air dynamic between the two pundits.
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Cunha scores twice as Brazil beat Haiti but Raphinha limps off with hamstring scare
Matheus Cunha netted twice as Brazil eased past Haiti 3-0 in Philadelphia, but the win was overshadowed by Raphinha's early exit with a hamstring concern just two games into the World Cup.
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Morocco coach backs 'relaxed' Hakimi after rape trial ruling overshadows World Cup win over Scotland
Morocco manager Mohamed Ouahbi declared his squad fully behind captain Achraf Hakimi after a French appeals court confirmed the PSG defender will stand trial for rape — hours before his side beat Scotland 1-0 at the World Cup.
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Raphinha limps off in first half as Brazil sweat over World Cup fitness
Barcelona winger Raphinha was forced off in the 40th minute of Brazil's match against Haiti in Philadelphia, adding to the Selecao's injury concerns ahead of their final Group A game against Scotland on 24 June.
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Hayes fires back at 'kitchen' studio critics with pointed on-air remark during Copa América coverage
Emma Hayes appeared to take a subtle swipe at viewers who mocked ITV's controversial 'kitchen-style' analysis set, telling the audience that focusing on the football was 'a challenge for some of us at home'.
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Ivan Barton named referee for Brazil vs Haiti at World Cup 2026
El Salvador's Ivan Barton, a FIFA-listed official since 2018, will take charge of Brazil's World Cup 2026 Group C clash against Haiti at Lincoln Financial Field. Barton previously refereed three matches at Qatar 2022, including Japan's famous win over Germany.
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