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Justin Bieber joins BTS, Madonna and Shakira for first-ever World Cup final halftime show
Justin Bieber has been confirmed as a co-headliner for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final halftime show at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, marking the first time in tournament history the title game will feature a halftime performance.
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Guimaraes tells Newcastle he wants Arsenal move as Gunners prepare £60m bid
Bruno Guimaraes has informed Newcastle of his desire to leave St James' Park this summer, with Arsenal ready to step up their pursuit of the Brazilian midfielder with a £60m package after an initial bid was rejected.
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Manchester United launch summer sale with retro adidas shirts and jackets discounted by up to 75 per cent
Manchester United's official store has launched a summer sale with discounts of up to 75 per cent across a range of adidas jackets, retro jerseys and casual wear, with prices starting from £5.
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Schmeichel warns Ronaldo facing 'really difficult' reality after Portugal's World Cup exit
Kasper Schmeichel says Cristiano Ronaldo will struggle to accept the end of his international career after Portugal were eliminated by Spain in the 2026 World Cup round of 16. The 41-year-old hinted this was his final World Cup but has not committed to full retirement.
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Pierre Sage Responds to Disloyalty Accusations After Leaving Lens for Crystal Palace
Appointed Crystal Palace manager in June following a historic season at RC Lens, Pierre Sage explains the circumstances of his departure and refutes claims that he is a mercenary or disloyal coach.
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Manchester United seal £50m Andrey Santos deal from Chelsea after missing out on Anderson and Fernandes
Manchester United have agreed a £50m fee with Chelsea for midfielder Andrey Santos, making him Michael Carrick's second summer signing. The 22-year-old Brazil international arrives after United failed to land Elliot Anderson and Mateus Fernandes.
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Brighton's Mitoma faces dangerous driving probe after Tokyo cyclist hospitalised
Kaoru Mitoma is under investigation by Tokyo Metropolitan Police after his car struck a cyclist at a red light in the Japanese capital on Wednesday. The woman, believed to be in her 40s, was hospitalised for further tests, while Mitoma's management issued a formal apology.
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Toulouse sells Emersonn to Ipswich for €32m, club record transfer
Toulouse FC has sold Brazilian striker Emersonn to promoted English side Ipswich Town for €32 million, smashing the club's transfer record set in 2018 when Issa Diop departed to West Ham for €25m.
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Rice and Guehi fitness doubts cloud England's World Cup quarter-final preparations against Norway
Declan Rice and Marc Guehi missed England's open training session in Kansas City ahead of their World Cup quarter-final against Norway, while Reece James also remained sidelined. Rice is managing a lower back problem and Guehi is dealing with muscle fatigue, though both are expected to be available in Miami.
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Norway quit Miami hotel amid illness fears and construction chaos before England World Cup quarter-final
Norway relocated from their Fort Lauderdale base in just two and a half hours after players grew frustrated with noise, logistical problems and illness concerns ahead of Saturday's World Cup quarter-final against England at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
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Argentina players chant about Falklands after dramatic comeback win over Egypt
Argentina's players broke into a chant referencing the Falkland Islands moments after their round-of-16 victory over Egypt, in which they recovered from 2-0 down to win with three goals in 14 minutes. The provocation comes ahead of a potential World Cup semi-final against England.
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Martin Terrier set for Ligue 1 return: loan from Bayer Leverkusen to OM taking shape
Under budget constraints imposed by the DNCG, OM is targeting Martin Terrier, striker at Bayer Leverkusen, for a loan this summer. The 29-year-old French U-21 international, returning from injury, would reunite with his former manager Bruno Genesio.
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Messi leads 29-man MLS All-Star roster to face Liga MX at Charlotte on July 29
Lionel Messi headlines the 2026 MLS All-Star Game squad, selected by fan vote alongside Son Heung-Min and Thomas Muller. Inter Miami's 39-year-old, who tops the league with 20 goal contributions in 14 games, will face Liga MX All-Stars at Bank of America Stadium on July 29.
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Manchester United agree £50m deal to sign Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos
Manchester United have reached an agreement with Chelsea to sign Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos in a deal worth £50 million, with £48m paid up front and £2m in add-ons. The 22-year-old will travel to Manchester to complete a medical.
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England fan gets £10,000 life savings back after taking grandad to World Cup
Jacob Allmendinger, 21, spent his entire house deposit fund to take 80-year-old grandfather Geoff Golliker to the 2026 World Cup across the USA and Mexico. A company moved by their story has now gifted him the full £10,000 back.
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Pico Lopes misses Shamrock Rovers' Champions League opener after Cape Verde's World Cup run
Shamrock Rovers defender Roberto 'Pico' Lopes was unavailable for the club's 2-0 first-leg defeat to Floriana in Malta, having only returned to Dublin on Monday following Cape Verde's narrow 3-2 World Cup exit against Argentina.
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Richard Olise released by Chelsea as brother Michael shines at World Cup
Chelsea have parted ways with 21-year-old defender Richard Olise, leaving Michael Olise's younger brother without a club. Richard had progressed through Chelsea's academy since Under-9 level and featured in their Conference League squad last season.
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FA's backing of Infantino under scrutiny as Trump-FIFA ban controversy deepens
The Football Association was reportedly poised to send a letter supporting Gianni Infantino's 2027 re-election bid just as the FIFA president became embroiled in controversy over Donald Trump's alleged interference in Folarin Balogun's one-game suspension.
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Deschamps defends Letexier and backs Argentine referees ahead of France-Morocco
On the eve of the France-Morocco World Cup 2026 quarter-final, Didier Deschamps dismissed concerns over the all-Argentine refereeing team and defended François Letexier, who faced criticism after Argentina-Egypt. Aurélien Tchouaméni's fitness remains uncertain.
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Argentina players sing Falklands songs ahead of potential World Cup semi-final with England
Footage from Argentina's celebrations after their 3-2 comeback win over Egypt at the World Cup showed players, including Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez, singing about the Falkland Islands and referencing the 1994 Maradona drugs ban — with a possible semi-final against England now looming.
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