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Guehi wishes Messi luck in Spanish after Argentina's stoppage-time World Cup comeback stuns England

Marc Guehi paused to tell Lionel Messi 'good luck for the final' in Spanish as England's players filed through the mixed zone following Argentina's 2-1 comeback victory, with Lautaro Martinez's stoppage-time winner ending England's World Cup campaign.

Football Jul 16

Lucas Moura reveals Leonardo's last-minute call killed his Manchester United move in 2012

Lucas Moura has disclosed that a late intervention from PSG director of football Leonardo persuaded him to snub Manchester United and move to Paris in 2012, a decision the Brazilian described as "very difficult" after believing the Old Trafford transfer was all but done.

Football Jul 16

Dumas departs UFC with 3-5 record after felony conviction and two-fight skid

Sedriques Dumas has left the UFC after a three-year stint that saw the once-unbeaten prospect go 3-5 (1 NC) inside the Octagon. His time with the promotion was overshadowed by a 2025 felony arrest and a subsequent no-contest plea.

MMA Jul 16

Arsenal prioritise Julian Alvarez signing with Gyokeres swap deal explored

Arsenal have made Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez their top transfer target this summer, with reports suggesting the club have explored using Viktor Gyokeres as part of a swap deal to secure the Argentine's signature.

Football Jul 16

Strickland rates Amosov's grappling above Chimaev's after American Top Team session

UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland trained with Yaroslav Amosov at American Top Team and declared the Ukrainian welterweight a better grappler than Khamzat Chimaev, the man Strickland dethroned at UFC 328 in May.

MMA Jul 16

Kuruvoli handed four-game ban for kicking Genge in Fiji's 73-8 rout by England

Fijian halfback Simione Kuruvoli has been suspended for four games after a disciplinary committee found him guilty of physical abuse for kicking Ellis Genge during Fiji's 73-8 defeat to England, with his eight-game entry-point ban halved after he accepted guilt and showed remorse.

Rugby Jul 16

Scaloni admits Argentina scouted Spain before sealing final spot as World Cup showdown looms

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has revealed his staff began analysing Spain before the Albiceleste had even secured their place in Sunday's World Cup final, following Wednesday's dramatic comeback victory over England outside Atlanta.

Football Jul 16

Michael Page faces streaking Ruziboev as UFC Paris card takes shape

Michael Page (25-3) returns to the Octagon on 5 September at Accor Arena in Paris, where he meets Uzbek middleweight Nursulton Ruziboev (37-9) in a clash of two fighters riding three-fight winning streaks. The card also features undefeated heavyweight prospect Mario Pinto, home favourite Oumar Sy, and several other European matchups.

MMA Jul 16

Ben Askren to retire after RAF 11 bout, one year on from double lung transplant

Ben Askren has confirmed his match against Belal Muhammad at RAF 11 in Milwaukee will be his last, coming just one year after the former UFC fighter underwent a double lung transplant following a life-threatening bout of pneumonia.

MMA Jul 16

Bellingham caught on camera slapping Barco after England's World Cup exit to Argentina

New footage shows Jude Bellingham striking Valentín Barco in the face following England's elimination by Argentina at the World Cup in Atlanta, with a brief melee breaking out before team-mates intervened.

Football Jul 16

FA backs Tuchel to stay despite 'cowardly' England collapse against Argentina in World Cup semi-final

Thomas Tuchel retains Football Association support after England's World Cup exit to Argentina, despite widespread criticism of his decision to defend deep after Anthony Gordon's opener allowed Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez to turn the match around.

Football Jul 16

Kane cites Messi's longevity as reason to keep England future open after World Cup exit

Harry Kane has refused to rule out playing for England at the 2030 World Cup, pointing to Lionel Messi's continued excellence at 39 as proof there are no limits on a player's international career.

Football Jul 16

Romero taunts 'stupid' Neville after Argentina edge England 2-1 in Atlanta

Cristian Romero revealed he and Lisandro Martínez used Gary Neville's pre-match criticism as motivation, firing back at the pundit after Argentina's 2-1 victory over England in Atlanta.

Football Jul 16

Dunedin-born Jansen set to face All Blacks at Eden Park on just his second Ireland cap

Sean Jansen, born in Dunedin and capped for Ireland only last week against Japan, has been named on the bench for Saturday's Nations Championship Test against the All Blacks at Eden Park.

Rugby Jul 16

Messi's two assists send Argentina past England to second straight World Cup final

Lionel Messi set up Enzo Fernandez and substitute Lautaro Martinez as Argentina overturned a 1-0 deficit to eliminate England in Atlanta and reach Sunday's World Cup final against Spain. Messi, Lisandro Martinez and Leandro Paredes all cited the historical and political weight of the fixture as extra motivation.

Football Jul 15

Bellingham's furious reaction to Pickford as England fall to Argentina in World Cup semi-final

Jude Bellingham was caught on camera appearing to mouth 'it's the middle of the goal' after Jordan Pickford failed to stop Enzo Fernandez's equaliser, with Gary Neville immediately backing the Real Madrid midfielder's frustration.

Football Jul 15

Tuchel vows to stay as England manager after Argentina's stoppage-time semi-final comeback

Thomas Tuchel confirmed he will remain as England manager through to Euro 2028 after Argentina's Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez scored late to overturn a 1-0 deficit and win 2-1 in the World Cup semi-final in Atlanta.

Football Jul 15

Messi's two assists seal Argentina's stoppage-time comeback to stun England in World Cup semi

Argentina overturned a 1-0 deficit in the final minutes to beat England 2-1 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals, with Enzo Fernández equalising in the 85th minute before Lautaro Martínez headed home the winner deep in stoppage time — both goals assisted by Lionel Messi.

Football Jul 15

Micah Richards learned of his father's sudden death moments before going on air for England vs Argentina

BBC pundit Micah Richards revealed he received news of his father Lincoln's unexpected death shortly before presenting England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina in Atlanta, but chose to continue broadcasting.

Football Jul 15

Multiple arrests after England and Argentina fans clash outside Atlanta Stadium

Armed police made multiple arrests after England and Argentina supporters brawled outside Atlanta Stadium following England's 2-1 World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina. Further fighting was reported in Birmingham, London and New York.

Football Jul 15