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Griezmann scores first goal for Orlando City in dominant friendly victory
A few weeks after joining MLS, Antoine Griezmann found the back of the net with Orlando City in a friendly match against Tampa Bay Rowdies (6-0), a second-division American team.
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UK government eyes 24 July bank holiday if England clinch first World Cup in 60 years
Friday 24 July has been earmarked as a potential bank holiday should England win the World Cup, it is understood, as the government weighs a national celebration 60 years after the country's only previous triumph. England face Norway in the quarter-finals this Saturday.
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Collina defends World Cup referees after Egypt coach accuses officials of bias against Argentina
FIFA Chief Refereeing Officer Pierluigi Collina has rejected allegations of biased officiating at the World Cup, after Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan publicly accused referee Francois Letexier of unfairness following his side's 3-2 defeat to Argentina.
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All-Argentine crew for France v Morocco fuels World Cup 2026 referee controversy
Facundo Tello, a 44-year-old Argentine referee, will take charge of France's quarter-final against Morocco in Boston on Thursday — the first knockout fixture at this tournament where every match official hails from the same nation, drawing accusations of favouritism toward holders Argentina.
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England navigate weather threat again as storm looms over Norway quarter-final in Miami
England face another potential weather disruption at Saturday's World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami, after managing an hour-long delay in Mexico City last weekend. The FA is closely monitoring forecasts, with temperatures around 33 degrees and a thunderstorm threat in the area.
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Collina Defends Letexier and Validates Controversial Decisions from Argentina-Egypt
Pierluigi Collina, FIFA's head of refereeing, has backed French referee François Letexier following the controversy surrounding the Round of 16 match between Argentina and Egypt (3-2), notably justifying the disallowed goal for the Pharaohs by citing a foul by Marwan Attia on Lisandro Martínez.
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Santos seals £50m Manchester United move after Chelsea blocked his path to regular football
Manchester United have agreed a deal worth up to £50m to sign Andrey Santos permanently from Chelsea, with the 22-year-old Brazilian midfielder set to undergo a medical in Manchester. Former Chelsea forward Joe Cole says Santos is guaranteed more game time at Old Trafford following Casemiro's departure.
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Half of City fans back Maresca as new head coach despite Guardiola shadow
A poll of 2,318 Manchester City supporters found 50 per cent are happy with Enzo Maresca's appointment as head coach, with just 14 per cent opposed. Maresca, confirmed on June 29, takes his first training session on July 20.
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Arsenal's 16-year-old record-breaker Dowman compared to Yamal ahead of pre-season audition
Max Dowman, the youngest player ever to score in the Premier League, has been likened to Barcelona and Spain star Lamine Yamal by former US prodigy Freddy Adu, with the Arsenal teenager set for extended pre-season minutes.
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Barcelona submit official Adeyemi bid as Flick leads Dortmund winger pursuit
Barcelona have made a formal approach to Borussia Dortmund for winger Karim Adeyemi, with Hansi Flick identified as the driving force. The 24-year-old German international has already given his personal approval to the move.
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Brahim Diaz left stifling laughter as journalists brawl at Morocco World Cup press conference
Brahim Diaz's pre-match media session ahead of Morocco's World Cup 2026 quarter-final against France descended into chaos on Tuesday when two journalists began fighting, forcing a press officer to intervene and leaving the Real Madrid star visibly amused.
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New York City Mayor backs Egypt's VAR 'robbed' claim after Argentina World Cup defeat
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani publicly sided with Egypt after their 3-2 round-of-16 loss to Argentina at the 2026 World Cup, calling them 'robbed' during a public address — as the Egyptian Football Association filed an official complaint against the referee.
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Manchester United reveal 100,000-seat stadium plans at heart of £7.3bn Trafford Wharfside district
Manchester United have confirmed plans for a new 100,000-seat stadium 350 metres from Old Trafford, forming the centrepiece of the Trafford Wharfside regeneration project projected to generate £7.3bn annually for the UK economy.
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Newcastle eye Camara and Danois as Arsenal circle Bruno Guimaraes
Newcastle United have identified Monaco's Lamine Camara and Auxerre's Kevin Danois as potential midfield replacements for Bruno Guimaraes, after the Brazilian captain confirmed his desire to leave St James' Park with Arsenal poised to bid.
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Auxerre signs 18-year-old Chinese forward Xiangxin Wei
AJ Auxerre officially announced on Thursday the signing of Xiangxin Wei, an 18-year-old forward from MZ Hakka. The fourth summer recruit for the Burgundy club, the young Chinese U17 international has committed for five seasons.
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Failed Panenka at AFCON: Altercation between Brahim Diaz and Hakimi confirmed
According to L'Équipe, Brahim Diaz and Achraf Hakimi had a heated altercation during Morocco's March gathering following the Real Madrid forward's missed panenka in the 2025 AFCON final. Their relationship remains strained despite Diaz's apologies.
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Burn relishes Haaland duel as England target improvement for Norway quarter-final
Dan Burn has warned England must deliver a significantly better performance than their 3-2 win over Mexico if they are to beat Norway and reach the World Cup semi-finals, while welcoming the prospect of a physical battle with Erling Haaland.
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Manchester United reveal exact site for 100,000-seat stadium in Trafford Wharfside masterplan
Manchester United have confirmed their proposed 100,000-seat stadium will sit 350 metres north-west of the current Old Trafford ground, forming the centrepiece of a sweeping Trafford Wharfside regeneration plan that promises 48,000 jobs and 15,000 new homes.
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Haaland calls out Rooney over River Mersey rowing bet after Norway reach World Cup quarter-finals
Wayne Rooney promised to row down the River Mersey if Norway reached the World Cup quarter-finals — and Erling Haaland is holding him to it, publicly demanding the BBC pundit make good on his word ahead of Saturday's clash with England in Miami.
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Arsenal's £75m bid could unlock Bruno Guimaraes deal as Newcastle express astonishment at Berta silence
Arsenal are weighing a £75m offer for Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, who has reportedly told the club he wants to move to the Emirates. Newcastle are said to be astonished that sporting director Andrea Berta has yet to make formal contact.
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