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Hart slams disallowed Cucurella goal as Spain ease past Austria 3-0 at World Cup
Joe Hart criticised the VAR-approved decision to rule out Marc Cucurella's goal for a soft foul during Spain's 3-0 victory over Austria, saying Premier League goalkeepers would be 'throwing their food and drink at the TV' in disbelief.
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Tuchel warns altitude gives Mexico huge advantage in World Cup Azteca showdown
England manager Thomas Tuchel has conceded that his side cannot adapt to the altitude of Mexico City's Azteca Stadium in time for Sunday's World Cup round of 16 clash, calling it a "huge advantage" for the hosts.
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Unbeaten Salkilld meets veteran Gamrot in UFC Vegas 120 lightweight main event
The UFC has confirmed Mateusz Gamrot (26-4, 1 NC) will face undefeated Australian finisher Quillan Salkilld (12-1) in the lightweight main event of UFC Fight Night 284 at the Apex in Las Vegas on August 8.
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Ronaldo's sister reveals Portugal vs Croatia could be his international farewell
Katia Aveiro told Portuguese broadcaster SportTV before kick-off that a defeat against Croatia at the World Cup would end her brother's 23-year international career. Ronaldo, 41, started the round-of-32 clash in Toronto as Portugal's captain.
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One year on, Diogo Jota's final Instagram post remains a haunting tribute to family
Twelve months after Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva died in a car crash, the Liverpool forward's last Instagram post — a wedding video shared hours before the accident — endures as a deeply personal memorial.
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Jones praises UFC White House legacy after Dana White shut him out of the card
Jon Jones has expressed admiration for the UFC White House event despite being explicitly excluded from the card by Dana White. The former champion, who briefly retired in June 2025 before reversing course, says the historic show elevated MMA to a new level of prestige.
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Tyre blowout caused Jota crash as Portugal honour him one year on at World Cup
A tyre blowout on Spain's A-52 road caused the crash that killed Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva in July 2024. The Portuguese squad have worn tribute wristbands throughout the 2026 World Cup, with the anniversary falling on the eve of their round-of-32 clash with Croatia.
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Oyarzabal on fire as Spain crushes Austria and advances to last 16 unbeaten
Mikkel Oyarzabal scored twice (36', 89') to guide Spain to a commanding 3-0 victory over Austria in the World Cup 2026 round of 16 at Inglewood. La Roja, unbeaten and without conceding a goal, will face Portugal or Croatia in Dallas.
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Balogun scores and sees red to join Zidane and Ronaldinho in exclusive World Cup club
Folarin Balogun became only the fourth player in World Cup history to score and be sent off in the same knockout-stage game, netting the opener in the United States' 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina before receiving a red card for serious foul play in the 64th minute.
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Balogun suspended for USA's round of 16 clash with Belgium after World Cup red card
Folarin Balogun will miss the United States' round of 16 match against Belgium at Seattle Stadium on Monday after receiving a red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina. FIFA's disciplinary panel could extend the ban beyond the automatic one-game suspension.
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UEFA rejects FIFA's red card rule for mouth-covering as World Cup claims two victims
UEFA has confirmed it will not adopt FIFA's automatic red card rule for players covering their mouths during games — a law that has already seen Miguel Almiron and Piero Hincapie sent off at the 2026 World Cup.
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World Cup 2026 Round of 16 odds: France, Brazil and Argentina among heavy favourites
With the 2026 World Cup knockout stage taking shape, France are priced at -1800 to eliminate Paraguay, while Brazil (-245) face Norway and the USA meet Belgium in a near-even contest.
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Manchester City close in on Leicester teenager Monga after Arsenal drop out over valuation
Manchester City are reportedly on the verge of signing Leicester City's 16-year-old attacker Jeremy Monga after Arsenal withdrew from the race, put off by a valuation of between £10m and £15m for the Championship club's record-breaking youngster.
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California Athletic Commission hosts Napa Valley gala to fund retired fighters' pensions
The California State Athletic Commission will stage Napa Knockout on July 25 at Raymond Vineyards, combining MMA, boxing and muay thai bouts with a fine-dining experience. All proceeds benefit the commission's Fighter Pension Fund for retired athletes.
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McDonald's considering exit from Ligue 1, threatening LFP with €30m annual loss
Newly appointed LFP Media director general Olivier Bramly faces an immediate crisis: McDonald's, the league's title partner since 2024 at €30 million per season, is reportedly unwilling to extend its contract beyond June 2027.
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Barcelona weigh second Rashford loan as Manchester United hold firm on £26m minimum
Barcelona are reportedly considering a fresh move for Marcus Rashford despite Manchester United's refusal to sanction another loan. The Spanish champions opted to sign Anthony Gordon permanently instead, but interest in the 28-year-old has not faded.
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Unbeaten Salkilld earns UFC Vegas 120 main event shot against ranked Gamrot
Quillan Salkilld, 5-0 in the UFC and riding four first-round finishes, gets his wish of a main event fight against No. 9 lightweight Mateusz Gamrot on August 8 at the Apex in Las Vegas.
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Manchester United target defensive overhaul in 2027 as contract crises mount at Old Trafford
Manchester United are planning a significant defensive rebuild for the summer of 2027, with Shaw, Maguire and Martinez all entering the final year of their contracts and De Ligt sidelined by a back injury requiring surgery.
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Tillman's stunning free kick seals USA's first World Cup knockout win in 24 years
Malik Tillman scored a Messi-esque free kick to put the USA 2-0 up against Bosnia and Herzegovina, securing the United States' first World Cup knockout round victory since 2002 despite playing 20 minutes with ten men.
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Parties, Alcohol and Ticket Reselling: Senegal's 2026 World Cup Turns to Scandal
Eliminated in the round of 16 by Belgium (3-2 a.e.t.), Senegal's Lions of Teranga return from the 2026 World Cup with a disastrous sporting record and damning revelations about their delegation's conduct in the United States.
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