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FIFA opens assessment after Martinez brandishes Falklands banner at World Cup semi-final
FIFA's independent Disciplinary Committee is assessing the incident after Argentina players, including Manchester United's Lisandro Martinez, held a 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas' banner following their 2-1 semi-final win over England in Atlanta.
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Yamal faces Messi in World Cup final after photo together as a baby resurfaces
Lamine Yamal and Lionel Messi meet in Sunday's World Cup final in New Jersey — 18 years after a charity photo captured Messi bathing Yamal as an infant. Spain's defensive order faces Argentina's chaotic resilience for the biggest prize in football.
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Thierry Henry denies viral fake quotes about France team
Since France's elimination by Spain at the 2026 World Cup, false statements attributed to Thierry Henry have circulated widely on social media. The former striker took to Instagram to set the record straight.
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Trump to present World Cup trophy as Argentina face Spain in New Jersey final
Donald Trump will attend Sunday's World Cup final between Argentina and Spain at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, where he and FIFA president Gianni Infantino will present the trophy to the winning team.
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FIFA opens probe into Argentina's Falklands banner after World Cup semi-final win over England
FIFA's Disciplinary Committee is assessing whether Argentina players violated rules on political messaging after waving a 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas' banner following their 2-1 semi-final victory over England. Downing Street has backed calls for an investigation.
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Argentina stunned by Tuchel's defensive shift as England surrendered World Cup semi-final lead
Argentina players and staff were braced for Bukayo Saka or Noni Madueke to inject pace in the second half, only to watch England drop deeper and deeper after Anthony Gordon's opener, allowing Scaloni to go all-out attack and win in stoppage time.
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Tuchel vows to stay as England boss through Euro 2028 despite World Cup semi-final exit
Thomas Tuchel has declared he is '100 percent' the right man to lead England into Euro 2028, doubling down on his tactics after their World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina ended hopes of a first final in 60 years.
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Szoboszlai agrees new Liverpool contract to hand Iraola first major boost
Dominik Szoboszlai is set to commit his future to Liverpool after reaching an agreement in principle on a new deal, providing incoming manager Andoni Iraola with an early show of stability ahead of his first season at Anfield.
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FIFA opens disciplinary review after Argentina's Falklands banner follows England semi-final win
Argentina players displayed a 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas' banner after their 2-1 comeback victory over England in Atlanta. The Falkland Islands Government has written to FIFA calling the gesture 'particularly insensitive', and FIFA's Disciplinary Committee is now assessing the incident.
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Digne breaks silence after fatal mistake that eliminated France against Spain
After conceding a penalty on Lamine Yamal in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, Lucas Digne reacted on social media, expressing his personal disappointment while calling on the France team to secure third place against England.
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England players left stunned by Tuchel's defensive substitutions in 2-1 World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina
Thomas Tuchel's decision to introduce three defenders after Anthony Gordon's opener drew bewilderment from within the England camp, with players reportedly believing Argentina were vulnerable to a more attacking approach.
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Manchester United threaten season ticket bans in anti-touting crackdown as innocent fans caught up
Manchester United have suspended accounts and warned multiple long-standing season ticket holders they risk losing their seats after the club launched a blanket crackdown on alleged ticket touting at Old Trafford.
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Rashford rules out Fenerbahce move as United return looms after England's World Cup exit
Marcus Rashford has no interest in joining Fenerbahce this summer, according to Fabrizio Romano, and is expected to return to Manchester United for pre-season. The 28-year-old's future will only be resolved if a top club submits a formal bid.
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Tuchel stuns his own players with record defensive block in semi-final
Eliminated by Argentina (1-2) in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, England exits in shock: according to the Telegraph, Thomas Tuchel's ultra-defensive changes stunned some players, and Opta figures confirm a historically low possession of 12% after going ahead.
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FIFA charges fans £60 to attend World Cup final press conference hosted by Rio Ferdinand
FIFA and commercial partner Fanatics are charging fans £60 a head to attend a pre-final press conference at the Javits Centre in New York on Friday, where Argentina and Spain representatives will appear alongside host Rio Ferdinand and FIFA president Gianni Infantino.
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Santos reveals Palmer's personal message after completing £50m Manchester United move
Andrey Santos has completed a £50 million transfer from Chelsea to Manchester United, signing a five-year deal. The Brazilian midfielder revealed that Cole Palmer, a boyhood United fan, messaged him to wish him well upon hearing the news.
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Yamal and Porro sidelined three days before Spain-Argentina World Cup final
Lamine Yamal, nursing a right thigh injury, and Pedro Porro, troubled by hamstring issues, missed Spain's collective training session Thursday in East Hanover, three days before the 2026 World Cup final against Argentina.
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Dembele's half-time criticism angered France team-mates after 2-0 collapse against Spain
Ousmane Dembele reportedly irritated several France players with dressing-room comments during their World Cup semi-final defeat to Spain in Dallas on Tuesday, with team-mates feeling he was deflecting personal blame.
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Booba targets Mbappé after France's elimination by Spain
After France's defeat to Spain in the World Cup, rapper Booba harshly criticized Kylian Mbappé on social media, questioning his leadership despite scoring eight goals in the tournament.
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Arsenal agree £34m deal for Christos Tzolis as Trossard replacement arrives from Brugge
Arsenal have agreed a £34m fee with Club Brugge for Greek international winger Christos Tzolis, 24, making him the club's first summer signing as a direct replacement for Leandro Trossard, who joined Besiktas earlier this week.
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