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Chido Obi in loan talks with Bundesliga side as United weigh Amazon documentary deal
Manchester United teenager Chido Obi has reportedly opened talks over a loan move to FC Köln, while the club are said to be in line for an eight-figure payout from an Amazon 'All or Nothing' documentary covering their 2026/27 season.
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Eustáquio's stoppage-time volley sends Canada into World Cup last 16 for first time
Stephen Eustáquio struck a stunning volley in the second minute of stoppage time to give Canada a 1-0 win over South Africa at SoFi Stadium on Sunday — the country's first knockout victory in World Cup history. Coach Jesse Marsch called his players "Canadian heroes" in an emotional post-match huddle.
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Spain, Portugal and Morocco to host 2030 World Cup across three continents in centenary tournament
The 2030 FIFA World Cup will run from June 8 to July 21 across six countries and three continents, with Spain, Portugal and Morocco as the primary hosts and special centenary matches held in Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay.
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Eustaquio's stoppage-time winner sends Canada into last 16 through tears for lost parents
Stephen Eustaquio scored in the second minute of added time to give Canada a 1-0 win over South Africa at the 2026 World Cup, then broke down in a post-match interview remembering his mother and father, who both died within the past two years.
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Balogun leads USA charge to end 24-year World Cup knockout drought against Bosnia
The United States face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup round of 32 on Wednesday, chasing their first knockout-stage victory since 2002. Striker Folarin Balogun, the team's top scorer with two goals, says the squad has shifted into another gear ahead of the high-stakes clash.
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Gusto provisionally agrees Man City move to reunite with Maresca in £75m Chelsea transfer
Malo Gusto has provisionally agreed to join Manchester City this summer, according to Foot Mercato, as incoming manager Enzo Maresca targets the Chelsea right-back as a key part of his new project. Chelsea, who value the 23-year-old at around £75m, are not thought to be eager sellers.
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Eustáquio's stoppage-time strike sends Canada into World Cup round of 16 for first time
Stephen Eustáquio scored in the second minute of stoppage time to give Canada a 1-0 win over South Africa at Los Angeles Stadium on Sunday, securing the host nation's first-ever knockout stage victory at a men's World Cup.
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Eustaquio's stoppage-time strike sends Canada into last-16 to shatter South Africa
Stephen Eustaquio scored a dramatic stoppage-time winner as Canada edged South Africa 1-0 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, with Alphonso Davies' second-half introduction proving the turning point for the World Cup co-hosts.
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Hong Myung-bo resigns as South Korea coach after World Cup group-stage exit draws presidential rebuke
South Korea manager Hong Myung-bo stepped down on Sunday after the team was eliminated in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup, prompting President Lee Jae Myung to publicly call the coach 'incapable' and order a full review of the national programme.
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Cape Verde World Cup captain Ryan Mendes accused of raping team translator in New Zealand
Ryan Mendes, 36, the captain of Cape Verde's World Cup 2026 squad, has been accused of sexually assaulting a Brazilian translator during the team's March trip to Auckland. FIFA says it is in contact with New Zealand authorities but has declined to comment further.
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Scotland begin coaching search hours after Clarke resigns following World Cup exit
Steve Clarke stepped down as Scotland head coach after the nation's elimination from the 2026 World Cup, with SFA chief executive Ian Maxwell confirming he had already received messages from interested managers the following morning.
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Diomande prefers PSG over Liverpool in £112m RB Leipzig transfer race
Yan Diomande has identified Paris Saint-Germain as his preferred destination if he leaves RB Leipzig this summer, dealing a blow to Liverpool's hopes of signing the 19-year-old Ivory Coast forward as a successor to Mohamed Salah.
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PSG convince £100m-rated Diomande to snub Liverpool in favour of Champions League project
RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande has chosen Paris Saint-Germain over Liverpool, according to The Athletic. The 19-year-old Ivory Coast international, valued at around £100m, is expected to complete his move to Paris once his country's World Cup campaign ends.
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Ugarte hits 'rock bottom' after knee ligament blow as United team-mates rally round
Manuel Ugarte has opened up on suffering what he called 'the most serious injury a footballer can face' after a knee ligament injury ended his World Cup campaign with Uruguay. Several Manchester United team-mates, including Mason Mount and Diogo Dalot, responded publicly with messages of support.
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Lucas Trejo's wife and two children found dead after 74-hour search in Venezuela earthquake
Argentine footballer Lucas Trejo's wife Yanina Maranella and their two children, Aaron and Ainhoa, have been confirmed dead following the earthquakes that have devastated Venezuela, killing at least 1,500 people and leaving 69,000 missing.
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Sunderland reject Chelsea's £8m bid for Xhaka and insist midfielder is not for sale
Sunderland have turned down an £8m offer from Chelsea for Granit Xhaka and told the club he will not be sold at any price, despite the Swiss midfielder reportedly having already agreed personal terms with the Blues.
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Pickford backs England to thrive in knockouts as DR Congo tie looms in Atlanta
Jordan Pickford has dismissed concerns over England's defensive vulnerability and predicted the Three Lions will come into their own in the knockout rounds, beginning with Wednesday's last-16 clash against DR Congo in Atlanta.
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Henderson becomes first player to feature in four World Cups as England top Group L
Jordan Henderson made history as a late substitute in England's 2-0 win over Panama on Saturday, becoming the first player to appear at four World Cups. The 36-year-old midfielder, whose tournament debut came in 2014, says England's focus now turns to the knockout stages.
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Joao Pinheiro to referee South Africa vs Canada in World Cup round of 32
Portugal's Joao Pinheiro has been appointed referee for South Africa vs Canada at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, the opening fixture of the 2026 World Cup knockout stage. The 38-year-old is making his first appearance at a major international tournament.
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Mason Mount set to stay at Man Utd as Milan transfer reports catch his camp off guard
Reports linking Mason Mount with a move to AC Milan have been denied by those close to the Manchester United midfielder, who is training in Spain ahead of pre-season and is expected to remain at Old Trafford.
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