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Lightning and 44C heat index threaten to disrupt England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami
Lightning strikes forecast for Saturday in Miami could trigger a shelter-in-place order at Hard Rock Stadium, while temperatures of 33C with a real-feel of 44C and 59% humidity threaten to sap players in England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway.
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FIFA suspend two US officials as Balogun red-card row draws Rooney's 'absolute disgrace' verdict
Two United States football officials, team manager Sam Zapatka and US Soccer vice president of security Frank Pannell, were quietly banned by FIFA following the USA's 4-1 World Cup exit to Belgium — a defeat already overshadowed by the controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun's reinstated suspension.
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Argentine referee for France-Morocco: the Blues refuse to be distracted
FIFA has appointed Argentine Facundo Tello to referee the quarter-final between France and Morocco at the 2026 World Cup. A choice that revives Franco-Argentine tensions since the 2022 final, but which French players dismiss outright.
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City face goalkeeper dilemma as Trafford exit looms and Donnarumma stays No.1
Manchester City are bracing for the likely departure of James Trafford this summer, leaving them without the formidable two-goalkeeper depth that served them well across all competitions last season.
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Fernandes clocked fastest sprint times at United after COVID lockdown training
Bruno Fernandes recorded some of the highest top speeds at Manchester United following the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020, defying expectations after months of remote training. The United captain will miss the start of pre-season after Portugal's World Cup exit against Spain.
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Egyptian Press Accuses Referees of Robbing Match Against Argentina
Following Egypt's elimination by Argentina, major Egyptian newspapers Al-Ahram and Al-Masry Al-Youm unanimously denounce biased refereeing, highlighting a penalty not called in the 72nd minute and what they describe as selective use of VAR.
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United target Tchouameni as Scott spurns Bournemouth contract to fuel £85m chase
Manchester United are pursuing Real Madrid's Aurélien Tchouameni, valued at £85m, while Bournemouth's Alex Scott has rejected multiple contract offers from the Cherries, keeping a potential Old Trafford move alive.
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Paraguayan senator doubles down on racist remarks against Mbappé
Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla reiterated her attacks on Kylian Mbappé during a press conference on Tuesday, refusing to retract openly racist statements that prompted the French Football Federation to file a complaint and triggered a judicial investigation in Paris.
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Only three survivors from 2022: France's XI against Morocco completely transformed
Four years after their World Cup semi-final in Qatar, France and Morocco meet in the quarter-finals in Boston on Thursday, July 9, 2026. Retirements, emerging talent and injuries have profoundly reshaped Didier Deschamps' starting XI.
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Gullit, Thiago Silva and the free signings that shaped Chelsea across three decades
Despite spending roughly £1.5 billion under their current ownership, Chelsea have a long history of shrewd free-agent recruitment. From Ruud Gullit's FA Cup triumph to Thiago Silva's four-season stint, the Blues have landed world-class talent at no transfer cost.
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Premier League revenue hits £6.8bn in 2024/25, doubling La Liga and dwarfing Serie A
The Premier League generated £6.8bn in revenue during 2024/25, an 8% rise that leaves La Liga (£3.5bn) and Serie A (£2.56bn) far behind, according to the Deloitte Annual Review of Football Finance. Matchday income exceeded £1bn for the first time, though pre-tax losses surged to £948m.
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From Caicedo's £115m snub to Guehi's late collapse: Liverpool's costliest failed transfers
Liverpool have seen several high-profile transfer pursuits unravel at the worst possible moments, including Moises Caicedo choosing Chelsea for £115m and Marc Guehi's completed medical ultimately leading nowhere.
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FA weighs Quansah red card appeal as Trump's Balogun intervention opens disciplinary floodgates
Jarell Quansah faces a suspension that would rule him out of England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway after his red card against Mexico. The FA is considering an appeal, emboldened by Donald Trump's successful intervention to overturn Folarin Balogun's ban.
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Bale reveals he twice rejected Manchester United to chase football over money
Gareth Bale has recalled turning down Manchester United on two separate occasions — first as a 17-year-old in 2007 and again in 2013 — prioritising regular football and a move to Real Madrid over bigger pay packets at Old Trafford.
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Stassin and Davitashvili on the market: ASSE sets price for its two strikers
After rejecting a €30 million offer for Lucas Stassin last summer, AS Saint-Étienne is now willing to discuss the departure of its two star strikers, provided it receives offers that meet its demands.
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Alex Scott rejects Bournemouth contract offers as United target Tchouameni for midfield rebuild
Manchester United's midfield recruitment drive is gathering pace, with Bournemouth's Alex Scott turning down multiple new contract offers and Real Madrid's Aurélien Tchouaméni emerging as a second target valued at £85m.
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Kone agrees personal terms with Arsenal as Trossard nears £15.5m Besiktas exit
Arsenal are closing in on Roma midfielder Manu Kone, with personal terms reportedly agreed and a £43m fee the remaining hurdle. Simultaneously, Leandro Trossard's representatives are heading to Istanbul to finalise a £15.5m move to Besiktas.
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Onana's ACL at the World Cup forces Aston Villa into the transfer market
Amadou Onana suffered an ACL injury during Belgium's win over the United States at the World Cup, ruling him out for most or all of next season. FIFA will cover his wages up to £4.68m, but Villa are now expected to seek midfield reinforcements.
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France-Paraguay: Referee Tantashev Heavily Criticized, Removed From Quarter-Finals
Uzbek referee Ilgiz Tantashev, who officiated the France-Paraguay Round of 16 match in Philadelphia, will not be assigned to any Quarter-Final matches. His overly lenient management of Paraguayan players, who committed numerous unsporting acts throughout the match, has drawn sharp criticism from experts.
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Messi rescues Argentina with comeback from two goals down as Switzerland reach first quarterfinal since 1954
Argentina trailed Egypt by two goals as late as the 78th minute before completing a historic 3-2 comeback at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Lionel Messi, visibly emotional at 39, was central to the turnaround, while Switzerland also advanced to set up a quarterfinal meeting with Argentina on July 11 in Kansas City.
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