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Kane escapes suspension scare as TV error blamed for World Cup yellow card confusion
Harry Kane was not booked during England's round-of-16 win over Mexico at the 2026 World Cup, despite a live broadcast graphic incorrectly attributing a yellow card to him. The caution was actually shown to defender Marc Guehi, leaving Kane free to face Norway in the quarter-final.
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Petkovic Kept in Algeria Due to Lack of €5 Million to Sack Him
After Algeria's elimination in the World Cup round of 16 against Switzerland (0-2), the Algerian Football Federation cannot afford to part ways with Vladimir Petkovic, whose contract runs until 2028 and who is demanding nearly €5 million in severance.
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Haaland calls out Rooney after Norway stun Brazil to reach World Cup quarter-finals
Wayne Rooney promised to row the River Mersey if Norway reached the World Cup quarter-finals. Erling Haaland scored twice against Brazil to make it happen — and is now holding Rooney to his word.
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Bryan Robson backs Man United to hijack Arsenal's £75m Bruno Guimaraes pursuit
Manchester United legend Bryan Robson has urged the club to move for Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, calling him the ideal Casemiro replacement — though he doubts Newcastle would sanction a sale this summer.
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Haaland calls out Rooney over River Mersey bet after Norway stun Brazil at World Cup
Wayne Rooney was forced to eat his words after Erling Haaland publicly reminded him of his promise to row down the River Mersey if Norway reached the World Cup quarter-finals — which they did, beating Brazil 2-1.
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Extreme heat threatens to delay England vs Norway World Cup quarter-final in Miami
An extreme heat warning has been issued for South Florida ahead of England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami, with 'feels like' temperatures expected to reach 44°C at kick-off. A Saharan dust plume is adding to the difficult conditions, though postponement remains unlikely.
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Jayden Adams dies at 25 weeks after starring for South Africa at the World Cup
South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams has died at the age of 25. His death was confirmed by South Africa's minister of sport on Saturday, just weeks after Adams featured in two of Bafana Bafana's World Cup group-stage matches.
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Sam Matterface: the ITV voice of England's World Cup 2026 run and the controversy that followed him
Sam Matterface has been ITV's lead commentator throughout England's run at World Cup 2026, but the 48-year-old is no stranger to scrutiny — most notably after his Euro 2020 semi-final remarks drew 68 Ofcom complaints.
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Kane sparks social media storm after praising Trump at press conference
On the eve of England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway, Harry Kane confirmed he played golf with Donald Trump eighteen months ago and praised the American president's level. The England captain's remarks triggered a wave of online criticism.
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Arsenal weigh return for Mavropanos after West Ham's relegation cuts his price
Arsenal are considering re-signing centre-back Dinos Mavropanos, three years after selling him to Stuttgart for £5m. The 28-year-old won West Ham's Player of the Year award despite their relegation to the Championship.
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Klopp agrees with DFB to succeed Nagelsmann as Germany head coach
Two years after leaving Liverpool, Jürgen Klopp is set to become Germany's national team manager. The DFB announced that an agreement has been reached on the essential points of the contract, subject to Red Bull's approval.
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Courtois requests year-long Belgium sabbatical after tearful World Cup exit against Spain
Thibaut Courtois has asked Belgium for a one-year break from international football following their 2-1 quarter-final defeat to Spain at World Cup 2026, in which he was substituted with a thigh injury and replacement Senne Lammens conceded the decisive late goal.
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Courtois backs Real Madrid's summer rebuild and new manager: 'Now it's up to us'
Thibaut Courtois has publicly endorsed Real Madrid's summer overhaul, expressing confidence in the club's new signings and incoming manager. The Belgian goalkeeper's call for collective responsibility signals unity ahead of the new season.
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Jayden Adams, South African midfielder at 2026 World Cup, dies at 25
Jayden Adams, midfielder for Bafana Bafana and Mamelodi Sundowns, has died suddenly just days after South Africa's elimination in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. He was 25 years old.
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Deschamps Severely Reprimands Player for Repeated Lateness Before Spain Semifinal
Two days before facing Spain in the 2026 World Cup semifinal, Didier Deschamps firmly disciplined a player guilty of a second late arrival to the team bus, according to L'Équipe. The Blues, unbeaten in six matches, are targeting a third consecutive final.
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Ken Bates, the man who saved Chelsea for £1 in 1982, dies aged 94 in Monaco
Ken Bates, the former owner and chairman of Chelsea and Leeds United, has died aged 94. Chelsea confirmed he passed away peacefully in Monaco, surrounded by his wife and family.
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BBC and ITV confirm full presenter, pundit and commentator line-ups for World Cup 2026
BBC Sport and ITV Sport have revealed their complete broadcast teams for the 2026 World Cup across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Notable names include Alan Shearer and Danny Murphy for the BBC, while Gary Lineker made a surprise appearance as an ITV analyst on 20 June.
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Bellingham, Rice and Guehi among England players one booking from semi-final ban
Four England players are walking a disciplinary tightrope ahead of their World Cup quarter-final against Norway, after picking up yellow cards in the knockout rounds. Jude Bellingham, Declan Rice, Marc Guehi and Nico O'Reilly must all avoid a booking to remain eligible for the semi-finals.
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Bulked-up Harry Amass pushes to fill United's left-back void ahead of pre-season
Harry Amass has returned to first-team training at Carrington visibly stronger after a summer in the gym, as the 19-year-old bids to capitalise on Manchester United's left-back vacancy with Luke Shaw out of contract next summer.
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Thunderstorm warnings and 43°C heat index threaten to delay England vs Norway World Cup quarter-final
England face Norway in a World Cup quarter-final in Miami on Friday, but the match could be disrupted by severe thunderstorms and a heat index approaching 43°C. Safety rules mandate an automatic 30-minute delay for any lightning within an eight-mile radius.
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