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Own goal in the 7th minute hands USA dream start against Paraguay at World Cup 2026
The United States took an early lead in their World Cup 2026 Group A opener at Los Angeles Stadium when Paraguay's Damián Bobadilla turned the ball into his own net in the seventh minute — the third-fastest goal in U.S. World Cup history.
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Tuchel cuts Nwaneri, Ngumoha and two others as England move to Kansas City for Croatia opener
Alex Scott, Ethan Nwaneri, Rio Ngumoha and Josh King have departed England's World Cup camp after the squad's Florida preparations, with Thomas Tuchel's side now heading to Kansas City ahead of their tournament opener against Croatia on Wednesday.
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Dutch referee Danny Makkelie to officiate USA vs Paraguay in World Cup Group D opener
Danny Makkelie, who refereed two group stage matches at the 2022 Qatar World Cup including Argentina's win over Poland, will take charge of USA's opening fixture against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
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Dempsey tears into Marsch over USMNT anthem jibe: 'I bled for this country'
Clint Dempsey, the United States' all-time leading scorer with 57 goals, publicly rebuked Canada manager Jesse Marsch after Marsch claimed he had to 'beg' USMNT players to sing their national anthem ahead of Canada's 1-1 World Cup draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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Freese starts over Turner as USMNT name lineup for World Cup opener against Paraguay
Matt Freese has been handed the goalkeeper spot ahead of 2022 World Cup starter Matt Turner for the USA's opening match against Paraguay. Defender Chris Richards also returns from an ankle injury to start alongside captain Tim Ream.
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Ancelotti embraces Brazil's record sixth World Cup title pressure ahead of Morocco opener
Carlo Ancelotti, the first non-Brazilian to coach the Seleção at a World Cup, says his squad has 'a good feeling' as Brazil open their 2026 campaign against Morocco, with goalkeeper Alisson Becker comparing the Italian's pressure to that of a head of state.
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Kolasinac's goal-line miracle keeps Bosnia ahead before late Canada equaliser
Sead Kolasinac produced a stunning goal-line clearance in the 53rd minute to preserve Bosnia and Herzegovina's lead against Canada, but the World Cup co-hosts levelled late through Cyle Larin before the ex-Arsenal defender hobbled off injured.
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Larin's stunning late equaliser earns Canada their first-ever World Cup point
Cyle Larin came off the bench to cancel out Bosnia and Herzegovina's opener with a superb half-volley in Toronto, ending Canada's 39-year wait for a point at the World Cup finals.
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Trump calls Pochettino to back USMNT ahead of World Cup 2026 opener against Paraguay
Donald Trump phoned USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino before the United States' World Cup 2026 opener against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, telling him the team can go 'all the way' in the tournament.
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Lou Macari and Tony Whelan awarded MBEs in King's Birthday Honours for services to football and charity
Former Manchester United forward Lou Macari and ex-academy coach Tony Whelan have been awarded MBEs in the King's Birthday Honours. Macari is recognised for his charitable work tackling homelessness in Stoke-on-Trent through the Macari Foundation, while Whelan is honoured for a 34-year career developing academy talent at Old Trafford.
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Quansah credits £35m Liverpool exit as the 'tough decision' that earned his World Cup place
Jarell Quansah says leaving his boyhood club Liverpool for Bayer Leverkusen in a £35m deal last summer was a difficult but necessary step, with regular Champions League football under his belt now translating into a World Cup call-up under Thomas Tuchel.
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Rooney criticises Marsch's public team talk after Canada draw with Bosnia-Herzegovina
Wayne Rooney voiced his displeasure at Jesse Marsch's decision to hold a post-match huddle in full view of TV cameras after Canada drew 1-1 with Bosnia-Herzegovina in Toronto, with Cyle Larin's late equaliser rescuing a point in Group B.
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Lyon target Julien Duranville to offset Afonso Moreira's imminent departure to Bayer
Forced to sell to satisfy DNCG and UEFA requirements, Lyon is set to lose Afonso Moreira to Bayer Leverkusen for €30 million. The Rhône club has already identified Belgian winger Julien Duranville, currently on loan at Basel, as his replacement, with negotiations underway with Borussia Dortmund.
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Trump calls Pochettino 'fantastic guy' but skips USA's World Cup opener against Paraguay
President Donald Trump phoned the U.S. Men's National Team on Thursday night ahead of their 2026 World Cup opener against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, telling the players to 'have some fun' — but will not attend the match in person.
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Ronaldo silences World Cup fitness doubts at 41 with 28-goal Saudi season behind him
Cristiano Ronaldo has dismissed concerns over his physical condition ahead of Portugal's 2026 World Cup campaign, pointing to 28 goals in 30 Saudi Pro League matches as proof he remains a decisive force at 41.
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Katy Perry and Future headline USA's World Cup opener as Trump skips SoFi Stadium
Katy Perry and Future headlined the opening ceremony at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles as Mauricio Pochettino's USA kicked off their World Cup 2026 campaign against Paraguay. President Trump was absent, opting instead for his 80th birthday celebrations in Washington.
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Michael Oliver ruled out of World Cup debut match with minor injury as Letexier steps in
Premier League referee Michael Oliver has been withdrawn from Ecuador vs Ivory Coast at World Cup 2026 due to a minor injury. FIFA confirmed Frenchman François Letexier will take his place, with Oliver expected to return for the next round of group matches.
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Alexi Lalas stuns Thierry Henry with live on-air swear word during World Cup coverage
FOX Sports pundit Alexi Lalas dropped an X-rated British slur on live television during FIFA World Cup studio coverage, leaving co-hosts Thierry Henry, Rebecca Lowe and Zlatan Ibrahimovic visibly shocked.
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Dempsey fires back at Marsch over claim he had to 'beg' US players to sing anthem
Clint Dempsey, the United States' all-time record goalscorer with 57 goals, has hit back at Canada coach Jesse Marsch after Marsch claimed he sometimes had to 'beg' USMNT players to sing the national anthem during his time as Bob Bradley's assistant.
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Rooney backs Tuchel's culture reset after Bellingham reveals Euro 2024 disconnect
Wayne Rooney has endorsed Thomas Tuchel's drive to rebuild squad unity after Jude Bellingham admitted England's group lacked connection at Euro 2024, with Rooney warning that keeping 26 players happy is 'almost impossible'.
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