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Downing Street demands FIFA probe after Argentina players wave Falklands banner at England
The British government has backed calls for a FIFA investigation after Argentina players celebrated their 2-1 World Cup semi-final victory over England by holding a banner claiming the Falkland Islands as Argentine territory, in apparent breach of tournament rules banning political messaging.
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England superfan Brian Robson's flag carried to every World Cup game weeks after his death
Brian Robson, 63, from Ashington, Northumberland, died from cancer just weeks before the 2026 World Cup, having held a ticket for the final. His friends and fellow England supporters have carried his flag and photo to every Three Lions match in the United States in his memory.
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Messi and Argentina stars studied Pickford's penalty notes after World Cup semi-final win
Footage captured Lionel Messi and several Argentina players huddled around Jordan Pickford's water bottle after their 2-1 comeback win over England, with the bottle revealing detailed penalty-taking assessments for each Argentine player.
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Dembélé raised his voice at half-time against Spain, his teammates didn't appreciate it
Trailing 0-1 at half-time in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, Ousmane Dembélé called out his teammates over a lack of coordinated pressing. His outburst annoyed several France players, who felt he was getting angry while he himself was struggling.
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Knocked out by Spain, Deschamps accepts the pain before the third-place playoff against England
The day after France's 0-2 defeat to Spain in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, Didier Deschamps acknowledged "enormous disappointment" while calling on his players to refocus for the third-place match against England on Saturday.
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Under Messi's 85-foot statue, Cutral Co erupts as Argentina reach World Cup final
The small Patagonian town of Cutral Co, home to the world's tallest monument to Lionel Messi, erupted in celebration as Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1 in the World Cup semi-final, setting up a final against Spain.
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Argentina fans burn England flags and parade coffin in Buenos Aires after World Cup semi-final win
Argentina's supporters flooded the streets of Buenos Aires to celebrate a stoppage-time victory over England, burning Union Jacks and carrying a flag-draped coffin through the city. Lautaro Martinez headed the winner after Enzo Fernandez had equalised in the 85th minute.
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Guardiola leads next England manager odds as Tuchel vows to stay after World Cup exit
Thomas Tuchel has confirmed his intention to remain England manager despite criticism following a World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, with the FA backing him to continue. Pep Guardiola heads the replacement odds at 10/3 should Tuchel ultimately depart.
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UK government demands FIFA probe Argentina over Falklands banner after England defeat
Britain's Business Secretary has called on FIFA to investigate Argentina after several players displayed a 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas' banner following their World Cup semi-final victory over England, potentially breaching the governing body's ban on political messaging.
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Théo Zidane extends at Cordoba, turning down Liga move to Getafe
The 24-year-old attacking midfielder, son of Zinedine Zidane, has signed a one-year contract extension with Cordoba CF through June 2027, choosing to remain in Spain's second division rather than join Liga side Getafe.
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Wright savages Tuchel's 'no regrets' claim after England's World Cup semi-final exit
Ian Wright launched a fierce on-air attack on Thomas Tuchel after the England manager said he had 'no regrets' following the Three Lions' 2-1 World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, insisting Tuchel was 'insulting our intelligence'.
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Argentina risk FIFA sanctions after Falklands banner mars World Cup semi-final win over England
Argentina could face disciplinary action from FIFA after players displayed a 'The Malvinas are Argentine' banner on the pitch following their World Cup semi-final comeback victory over England. A similar incident in 2014 resulted in a £20,000 fine for the federation.
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Lopes inspires Shamrock Rovers' historic comeback to reach Champions League second round
Roberto 'Pico' Lopes returned from Cape Verde's World Cup campaign to captain Shamrock Rovers to a 5-1 second-leg win over Floriana, overturning a 2-0 deficit — a first in League of Ireland European history.
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Keane and Neville urge England players to value World Cup bronze after Argentina heartbreak
Roy Keane and Gary Neville have backed England's players to embrace Saturday's third-place play-off against France, following a 2-1 semi-final defeat to holders Argentina in which two late goals overturned Anthony Gordon's opener.
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Paredes defends Malvinas banner after Argentina beat England at World Cup 2026
Leandro Paredes said Argentina's 2-1 semi-final win over England in Atlanta was 'not just a football match', defending teammates who unfurled a 'The Malvinas are Argentinian' banner that drew a call for a FIFA investigation from a UK government minister.
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England Lioness Kelci Bowers declares pride in country after Argentina end Three Lions' World Cup run
Former England youth international Kelci Bowers, partner of Argentina defender Marcos Senesi, posted 'Proud of my country' on Instagram after England's semi-final defeat to Argentina at the 2026 World Cup — having previously drawn criticism for wearing an Argentina shirt.
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Joao Gomes set to join Aston Villa for £35m, ending Man United's pursuit
Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder Joao Gomes has left Wolves' training camp ahead of a £35m move to Aston Villa, ending Manchester United's interest in the Brazilian and adding to a growing list of midfield targets who have chosen other clubs.
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Da Fonseca overjoyed after Argentina reaches final, takes aim at England and Tuchel
Argentine consultant Omar Da Fonseca celebrated Argentina's qualification for the World Cup final after their semi-final victory over England, criticizing Thomas Tuchel's tactics and his "18 defenders."
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Messi surpasses Ronaldo in dribbles in a single semifinal, reigniting the GOAT debate
Author of two assists against England (2-1) in Miami, Lionel Messi completed 9 dribbles in this 2026 World Cup semifinal — more than Cristiano Ronaldo managed across all four of his last World Cups combined.
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Martinez fires back at critics as Argentina stun England to reach World Cup final
Lisandro Martinez said Argentina were the team who 'played without fear' after coming from behind to beat England in the World Cup semi-final, with Lionel Messi assisting both goals in a 2-1 win sealed in added time.
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