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Schmeichel says VAR got it wrong as Germany crash out of World Cup against Paraguay
Germany were eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup by Paraguay on penalties after a Jonathan Tah header in extra time was disallowed for a controversial foul on goalkeeper Orlando Gill. Former Denmark keeper Peter Schmeichel argued the call was incorrect, while ex-Nigeria midfielder John Obi Mikel backed the referee.
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Germany suffer first-ever World Cup penalty shootout defeat as Paraguay stun Die Mannschaft
Germany's near-perfect World Cup penalty record came to a stunning end on Monday as Julian Nagelsmann's side lost 4-3 on penalties to Paraguay in Foxborough, crashing out in the round of 32 after a disallowed extra-time winner compounded their misery.
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Paulo Costa accuses UFC of stalling his final contracted fight three months on
Paulo Costa says the UFC has repeatedly told him to 'wait' since his light heavyweight debut win over Azamat Murzakanov in April, leaving the Brazilian without a booking for the last fight on his current contract.
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Havertz and Woltemade miss as Germany crash out of World Cup on penalties against Paraguay
Germany are eliminated from the World Cup after losing a penalty shootout 4-3 to Paraguay, with Kai Havertz and Nick Woltemade both missing spot kicks following a 1-1 draw after extra time. It is the first time Germany have ever lost on penalties at a World Cup.
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Germany vs Paraguay becomes first World Cup 2026 shootout as rules explained
Germany and Paraguay drew 1-1 after 120 minutes in Boston to become the first World Cup 2026 match decided by penalties. Here is how the shootout format works in the expanded 2026 tournament.
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Uncapped Wallabies fly-half Meredith backed by teammates as debut looms against Ireland
Declan Meredith has earned his first Wallabies call-up ahead of the Nations Championship opener against Ireland, with Brumbies halves partner Ryan Lonergan revealing the uncapped fly-half is adjusting well despite the pressure of the new environment.
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Two PFL San Diego fighters face six-month suspensions after possible fractures
The California State Athletic Commission has issued medical suspensions following PFL San Diego, with featherweight Khasan Magomedsharipov and prelim fighter Ilara Joanne each facing potential 180-day layoffs due to suspected fractures.
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Tah's extra-time header ruled out as VAR controversy mars Germany vs Paraguay at World Cup
Jonathan Tah's powerful header was disallowed in extra time after VAR judged Germany's Waldemar Anton to have impeded Paraguay goalkeeper Orlando Gill, prompting BBC pundit Alan Shearer to brand the decision 'pathetic'.
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Wilton Sampaio to referee Netherlands vs Morocco at World Cup 2026 last 16
Brazilian official Wilton Sampaio, who issued three red cards in the tournament's opening match, has been confirmed as referee for the Netherlands vs Morocco last-16 tie in Monterrey.
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Hooper returns to Wallabies leaner and sharper after debut Exeter season
Tom Hooper has rejoined the Wallabies squad in Sydney ahead of July's Nations Championship Tests against Ireland, crediting a demanding first season at Exeter Chiefs with transforming him physically and tactically.
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Ewing injury forces UFC 329 bantamweight off card, Basharat seeks replacement
Ethyn Ewing has withdrawn from his scheduled bantamweight bout against Farid Basharat at UFC 329 on July 11 due to an undisclosed injury. The UFC is reportedly searching for a short-notice replacement for the unbeaten Basharat.
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From Super Bowl Sunday to World Cup glory: the $500 parlay that paid out $30,000
A FanDuel bettor placed a 10-leg, multi-sport parlay on Super Bowl Sunday that finally settled four and a half months later when Brazil, Germany, Spain and Argentina all won their World Cup groups, turning $500 into a $30,222 payout.
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Costa steps in on short notice to salvage Durden flyweight bout at UFC 329
Alessandro Costa has accepted a quick turnaround fight against Cody Durden on the UFC 329 prelims after Ode Osbourne was ruled out through injury. Costa is coming off a first-round knockout of Matt Schnell in early June.
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Netherlands face Morocco in World Cup last-16 race with Koeman's side topping Group F
Ronald Koeman's Netherlands, who topped Group F ahead of Japan and Sweden, take on Group C runners-up Morocco in a World Cup round-of-16 qualifier. The two sides have met just twice before, with the Dutch winning both encounters 2-1.
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Lewandowski joins Chicago Fire on free transfer after Barcelona contract expires
Robert Lewandowski has signed a one-year deal with Chicago Fire after leaving Barcelona at the end of his contract. The 37-year-old striker, who scored 120 goals in four seasons at the Catalan club, moves to MLS on a free transfer.
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Chimaev publicly calls out Strickland for UFC middleweight rematch after first career loss
Khamzat Chimaev has taken to social media to demand a rematch with Sean Strickland, who claimed the UFC middleweight title by split decision at UFC 328 on May 9 — handing Chimaev the first defeat of his 16-fight career.
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Casemiro silences Keane and Dixon with header as Brazil overturn Japan deficit
Roy Keane and Lee Dixon both called for Casemiro to be substituted at half-time after a poor first-half display for Brazil against Japan. The 34-year-old responded by heading the equaliser before Martinelli completed a 2-1 comeback win.
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Martinelli's injury-time winner sends Brazil through as Japan's World Cup dream ends in tears
Gabriel Martinelli struck deep into injury time to complete Brazil's comeback from a goal down, ending Japan's hopes of a first-ever World Cup knockout victory and leaving players and fans in tears.
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McKee rehydrates to 171 pounds after weighing in at 145 for PFL San Diego main event
Fight night weights released by the California State Athletic Commission reveal A.J. McKee gained 25.8 pounds between his Friday weigh-in and Saturday's PFL San Diego main event, ultimately stepping into the cage at 171.4 pounds against Salamat Isbulaev.
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Cody Gakpo's wife shares grief after baby son Elijah dies during pregnancy
Noa van der Bij, wife of Liverpool and Netherlands forward Cody Gakpo, has spoken publicly about the loss of their unborn son Elijah Raphael Gakpo, sharing a personal account of finding comfort in an unexpected encounter after visiting a church to light a candle in his memory.
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