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Mexico's World Cup exit costs Las Vegas high-roller $1 million as England win 3-2
A bettor spread $1 million across two wagers on Mexico to advance at the 2026 World Cup, only to watch England edge a thriller 3-2. Elsewhere, a $631,000 France bet paid out after a 3-0 win over Sweden.
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Unai Simón shatters 36-year record as Spain's sixth straight shutout sinks Portugal
Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 in Arlington on Monday to claim a sixth consecutive World Cup clean sheet, breaking a record held since 1990. Goalkeeper Unai Simón's personal scoreless streak now stands at 609 minutes, surpassing Walter Zenga's long-standing benchmark.
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England's World Cup quarter-final vs Norway threatened by Miami thunderstorms after Henderson injury blow
England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami on Saturday faces potential delays due to severe thunderstorms forecast at kick-off, while midfielder Jordan Henderson is set to miss the rest of the tournament with a wrist injury.
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FIFA hits back at UEFA's 'red line' accusation over suspended Balogun ban
FIFA's Disciplinary Committee has rejected UEFA's claim that it crossed a 'red line' by suspending Folarin Balogun's one-match ban, allowing the USMNT striker to face Belgium in the World Cup last 16. The row intensified after Donald Trump admitted he personally lobbied FIFA president Gianni Infantino to review the decision.
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Van Dijk accepts responsibility as Netherlands crash out of World Cup to Morocco on penalties
Virgil van Dijk has issued a public statement accepting collective responsibility after the Netherlands were eliminated in the last 32 of the 2026 World Cup by Morocco, who won on penalties following misses from Kluivert, Timber and Summerville.
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Tolisso extends with Lyon until 2029, accepting salary cut
Corentin Tolisso signed a two-year contract extension with Lyon on Monday, extending his deal until June 2029. The Gones captain accepted a salary reduction to remain at his boyhood club.
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PSG Sign 18-Year-Old Goalkeeper Alessandro Longoni from AC Milan
Paris Saint-Germain have officially announced the signing of 18-year-old goalkeeper Alessandro Longoni, trained at AC Milan. The Italian goalkeeper has signed a five-year contract and will serve as third-choice keeper behind Safonov and Chevalier.
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Ronaldo in tears as Merino's stoppage-time goal ends Portugal's World Cup and his international career
Cristiano Ronaldo's 23-year international career ended in heartbreak as Mikel Merino's stoppage-time header gave Spain a 1-0 victory over Portugal in the World Cup Round of 16, eliminating the five-time Ballon d'Or winner from his final tournament.
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Merino's stoppage-time strike ends Ronaldo's World Cup dream as Spain eliminate Portugal
Mikel Merino scored in the 91st minute to give Spain a 1-0 victory over Portugal in the World Cup round of 16, ending Cristiano Ronaldo's final appearance at the tournament without the title he craved.
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Hart tells Tuchel he 'got it wrong' to attack referees after England's 3-2 win over Mexico
Thomas Tuchel publicly condemned the officiating after England's hard-fought 3-2 victory at the Azteca, but former England goalkeeper Joe Hart says the manager misread the moment by targeting referees after such an impressive performance.
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Starmer blocked FIFA's kick-off change to protect England from Mexico altitude disadvantage
The UK Government intervened diplomatically to prevent FIFA moving England's Round of 16 clash against Mexico to an earlier time, fearing Thomas Tuchel's squad would have less time to acclimatise to altitude at the Estadio Azteca. England went on to win 3-2.
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Balogun reinstated despite red card: FIFA yields to Trump pressure
FIFA has confirmed Folarin Balogun's reinstatement for the Round of 16 match between the United States and Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, despite his red card in the group stage. Belgium's federation, which had filed an appeal, was deemed inadmissible.
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Balogun's red-card reprieve gives Belgium extra motivation, warns Carli Lloyd
FIFA's last-minute decision to overturn Folarin Balogun's red-card suspension ahead of the USA's Copa América clash with Belgium has put a target on the American forward, according to Fox Sports analyst Carli Lloyd.
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Ratcliffe unveils 'badge, bravery and spirit' as Manchester United's new core values
Manchester United have published three new club values — 'badge', 'bravery' and 'spirit' — on their official website as part of a wider rebrand overseen by Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos ahead of the new Premier League season.
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Henderson fractures arm in post-match celebrations and vows to rejoin England's World Cup camp
Jordan Henderson suffered a suspected broken arm after slipping and falling over advertising boards during England's post-match celebrations following their Round of 16 victory over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium. Despite facing the end of his World Cup, the 36-year-old midfielder is determined to return to camp and support his teammates.
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Liam Gallagher teases hoarse Harry Kane after England edge Mexico 3-2 at the Azteca
Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher ribbed England captain Harry Kane on social media after Kane lost his voice singing Wonderwall with fans following England's 3-2 World Cup thriller against Mexico at the Azteca Stadium.
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Mbappe condemns Paraguayan senator's 'brazen racism' after France's World Cup win
Kylian Mbappe has publicly denounced Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla as 'despicable and unworthy' of her position after she directed racially charged social media abuse at him following France's 1-0 Round of 16 victory over Paraguay.
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England weigh Quansah red card appeal after Trump's Balogun intervention sets World Cup precedent
England say they are 'considering all options' over Jarell Quansah's red card against Mexico, after FIFA used Article 27 of its disciplinary code to lift Folarin Balogun's ban following a call from Donald Trump to Gianni Infantino.
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Mbappé responds to Paraguayan senator after racist attack
After France's qualification at Paraguay's expense in the 2026 World Cup round of 16, Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla made openly racist remarks targeting Kylian Mbappé. The France captain responded directly, and the FFF has referred the matter to prosecutors.
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England fans race from Azteca to Miami as World Cup quarter-final fever grips
England supporters are travelling from Mexico City to Miami after a dramatic Round of 16 victory at the Azteca, with Thomas Tuchel's ten-man side setting up a World Cup quarter-final against Norway on Saturday.
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