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Kai Rooney and Jacey Carrick sign Manchester United scholarships to follow their fathers' footsteps
Kai Rooney and Jacey Carrick, both 16, were among eight Manchester United youngsters to sign scholarship deals at an annual scholars night held at Old Trafford, with Wayne Rooney and manager Michael Carrick watching on.
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Five England players one booking away from semi-final suspension after Mexico win
Jude Bellingham, Declan Rice, Marc Guehi, Nico O'Reilly and Jordan Henderson must all avoid a yellow card against Norway in the quarter-final to remain eligible for the semi-finals. Jarell Quansah is already suspended for that tie after his red card against Mexico.
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Haaland's father does not rule out Real Madrid transfer despite happiness at City
After Norway's victory over Brazil at the 2026 World Cup, Alf-Inge Haaland did not close the door on his son's potential departure to Real Madrid, while emphasizing that Erling is "happy in England for now".
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Saibari uncertain, Riad likely out: Morocco faces France in World Cup quarter-final depleted
Ismael Saibari, who suffered a thigh injury in the 21st minute against Canada, awaits MRI results to determine if he can face France on Thursday in the 2026 World Cup quarter-final. Chadi Riad's availability is also highly uncertain.
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Blatter accuses Fifa of bowing to political pressure after Balogun red card overturned
Former Fifa president Sepp Blatter has alleged the governing body reversed Folarin Balogun's one-match ban following 'political phone calls', as Belgium lodge an appeal and coaches including Thomas Tuchel question the precedent set.
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UEFA condemns FIFA's decision to overturn Balogun red card ban as 'unjustifiable'
UEFA has released a strongly-worded statement attacking FIFA's decision to suspend Folarin Balogun's automatic one-match ban, allowing the USA striker to face Belgium in the World Cup round of 16 after receiving a red card.
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Glasner takes charge at Nottingham Forest after Pereira sacked two minutes before contract clause expired
Oliver Glasner has been appointed Nottingham Forest head coach after Vitor Pereira was dismissed via email just two minutes before a contractual clause was due to expire. Glasner arrives having won the FA Cup and Conference League with Crystal Palace.
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Bellingham brace fires England past Mexico 3-2 at the Azteca to reach World Cup quarter-finals
England survived a frantic comeback to beat Mexico 3-2 in Mexico City on Sunday, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice in the first half to set up a famous World Cup win at the Azteca — only the third competitive defeat Mexico have ever suffered at the stadium.
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Henderson taken to hospital with wrist injury after freak post-match accident at World Cup
Jordan Henderson suffered a suspected wrist injury after falling over an advertising board during England's post-match celebrations following their 3-2 World Cup round-of-16 victory over Mexico, with manager Thomas Tuchel confirming the midfielder was taken to hospital for assessment.
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Balogun Reinstated by FIFA: Belgian Press Denounces Scandal Before Round of 16 Against United States
FIFA's disciplinary commission annulled Folarin Balogun's suspension, making him available for the Round of 16 match between Belgium and the United States at the 2026 World Cup in Seattle. Belgian media has erupted in unified outrage, pointing to alleged political pressure from the White House on FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
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England fans party until dawn after Bellingham and Kane seal 3-2 thriller against Mexico
England supporters across the country celebrated deep into the night after the Three Lions beat Mexico 3-2 in a dramatic World Cup clash at the Azteca, with pubs permitted to stay open until 5am under a special government extension.
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Blatter accuses FIFA of bowing to Trump after Balogun red card ban suspended
Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has publicly criticised successor Gianni Infantino after the governing body suspended Folarin Balogun's automatic one-game ban, reportedly following a call from US president Donald Trump. Balogun is now free to play against Belgium in the round of 16.
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Ochoa retires in tears at the Azteca as 10-man England stun Mexico 3-2 at World Cup
Guillermo Ochoa confirmed his immediate retirement after Mexico's 3-2 last-16 defeat to England at the Azteca Stadium, ending a 23-year career that included 153 caps and six World Cup appearances.
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Henderson suffers wrist injury in post-match celebrations after England beat Mexico
Jordan Henderson hurt his wrist after falling while jumping over advertising boards during England's post-match celebrations following their World Cup win over Mexico. Manager Thomas Tuchel has confirmed the injury is serious and said it remains unclear whether Henderson will need a procedure.
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Konsa credits England 'brotherhood' after 10-man Three Lions survive Azteca thriller to beat Mexico
Ezri Konsa has attributed England's dramatic 3-2 World Cup last-16 victory over Mexico at the Estadio Azteca to a sense of squad unity, after adapting from centre-back to right-back following Jarell Quansah's second-half red card.
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Belgium appeal Fifa's last-minute decision to lift Balogun's red-card ban before USA clash
Belgium's football association has been granted the right to appeal Fifa's controversial decision to suspend Folarin Balogun's one-match ban, hours before the USA face Belgium in a World Cup round of 16 tie at Seattle Stadium. Both sides were asked to submit arguments just 12 hours before kick-off.
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Anderson dedicates England's World Cup win over Mexico to his late mother Helen
Elliot Anderson paid an emotional tribute to his mother Helen, who died of cancer in April, after England's 3-2 victory over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium secured their place in the World Cup quarter-finals.
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Neymar ends international career in tears after Brazil's World Cup elimination
Eliminated in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup by Norway (1-2) at MetLife Stadium, Brazil loses more than a match: Neymar, 34, announced the end of his international career, remaining the Seleção's all-time leading scorer with 80 goals.
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Aguirre steps down as Mexico boss after England's historic Azteca victory
Javier Aguirre has left his role as Mexico manager following their World Cup defeat to England at the Azteca Stadium, with assistant Rafa Marquez set to take charge in a succession plan agreed before the tournament.
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England reach World Cup 2026 quarter-finals after 3-2 win over co-hosts Mexico
England secured their place in the World Cup 2026 last eight with a 3-2 victory over co-hosts Mexico on Sunday, setting up a quarter-final clash against Norway in Miami. France, meanwhile, will face Morocco in Boston.
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