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Bellingham rejects Player of the Match award after England's goalless draw with Ghana
Jude Bellingham won the FIFA Player of the Match award in England's 0-0 World Cup draw with Ghana in Boston but publicly insisted a Ghanaian defender deserved it more, admitting he could not get into the game.
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Scotland face Brazil as six World Cup 2026 group-stage deciders kick off today
Six simultaneous group-stage finales take place at the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Wednesday, including Scotland vs Brazil in Miami and Morocco vs Haiti in Atlanta, with all Group A, B, and C standings set to be decided.
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Arsenal chase Julian Alvarez and Morgan Rogers as Spurs seal Van Hecke in £52m deal
Arsenal are pursuing both Julian Alvarez and Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers this summer, while Tottenham have completed a £52m signing of Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton and added Marcos Senesi and Andy Robertson on free transfers.
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South Korea, South Africa and Czech Republic's World Cup 2026 Group A qualification scenarios explained
Mexico have already secured top spot in Group A, leaving South Korea, South Africa and Czech Republic all fighting for the remaining two knockout places heading into the final round of fixtures.
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How severe weather could revive the 'Disgrace of Gijón' at the 2026 World Cup
FIFA's rule requiring simultaneous kick-offs in the final group-stage round — introduced after West Germany and Austria's infamous 1982 non-aggression pact — could be undermined by the United States' mandatory lightning-suspension laws, leaving one team knowing exactly what result it needs.
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Ronaldo scores in sixth World Cup as England draw blank against Ghana
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cup editions as Portugal thrashed Uzbekistan 5-0, while England were held to a goalless draw by Ghana in a fractious Group L clash that featured a half-time confrontation involving Jude Bellingham.
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Scotland fans flood Miami as Brazil clash looms and Ghana coach slams Bellingham spat
Scotland prepare to face Brazil in Miami in a decisive group-stage clash, while Ghana boss Carlos Queiroz hit out at the Djed Spence-Thomas Partey handshake incident following England's draw with Ghana on Tuesday.
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Kane reveals how Partey's man-marking strangled England in 0-0 World Cup draw with Ghana
Harry Kane managed just three touches in the opposition box as Ghana's disciplined defensive shape, anchored by Thomas Partey's close attention on the England captain, frustrated the Three Lions in a goalless draw at World Cup 2026.
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Marsch drives Canada to brink of first World Cup knockout stage with win-or-bust clash against Switzerland
Jesse Marsch's Canada face Switzerland on Wednesday needing a win to reach the World Cup knockout stage for the first time, after the American coach guided Les Rouges to a 6-0 victory over Qatar in their opening match.
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Savea embraces All Blacks captaincy with a vision that goes beyond winning
Ardie Savea has been officially unveiled as All Blacks captain, succeeding Scott Barrett and becoming only the second Pasifika player to lead New Zealand. The 32-year-old says true success means connecting with teammates and making them better, not just lifting trophies.
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United ready to sell Ugarte at a loss as Leeds rival them for Southampton's Charles
Manchester United are willing to accept a financial hit on Manuel Ugarte this summer, with reports suggesting a sale below his £42.3m purchase price. Meanwhile, Leeds United have had a £20m bid rejected for Shea Charles, a midfielder also linked with Old Trafford.
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Ketlen Vieira leaves UFC for PFL after ending Cavalcanti's eight-fight streak
Former UFC bantamweight Ketlen Vieira has signed with the Professional Fighters League following her release earlier this year. The Brazilian, who holds wins over Holly Holm and Miesha Tate, is expected to compete at featherweight in her PFL debut.
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Rice limps through England's Ghana draw to raise World Cup fitness concerns
Declan Rice completed 90 minutes in England's 0-0 draw with Ghana at the 2026 World Cup but left the field hobbling, with a strapped left calf visible in the mixed zone. The Arsenal midfielder has now walked away gingerly from back-to-back games, though he insists the issue is manageable.
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Canada face Switzerland with knockout-stage history and home advantage on the line
Canada need only a draw against Switzerland on Wednesday to top Group B and reach the World Cup knockout stage for the first time, remaining in Vancouver for their round-of-32 tie. Jesse Marsch's side arrive on the back of a dominant 6-0 win over Qatar.
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Liverpool free to sign Julian Brandt, the forward Klopp once chose Salah over
Julian Brandt is set to leave Borussia Dortmund on a free transfer this summer, reviving Liverpool's long-standing interest in the German attacker that dates back to 2017, when Jurgen Klopp ultimately signed Mohamed Salah instead.
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Manchester United to raid Liverpool's academy as squad reduction reshapes summer recruitment
Manchester United are withdrawing from the EFL Trophy and National League Cup next season to carry a smaller Under-21 squad, but will still recruit selectively — with Liverpool prospects Vincent Joseph and Isaac Konde among their targets.
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Liverpool agree personal terms with Diomande as Barcola talks stall at PSG
Liverpool have reportedly agreed personal terms with RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, valued at up to £112m, as PSG's contract standstill with Bradley Barcola keeps the 23-year-old in play for Anfield this summer.
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Colombia seal last-16 place with narrow DR Congo win to set up Portugal showdown
Daniel Munoz's deflected 76th-minute finish gave Colombia a 1-0 victory over DR Congo in Group K on Tuesday, securing their place in the World Cup round of 32 with a game to spare before a decisive clash with Portugal.
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United ready to sell Ugarte at a loss as Leeds' £20m Charles bid is rejected
Manchester United are prepared to take a financial hit on Manuel Ugarte, having paid £42.3m for the Uruguayan in 2024, with a potential sale set to trigger a third midfield signing. Meanwhile, Leeds United have had a £20m opening bid for Southampton's Shea Charles turned down.
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Ronaldo scores twice then shuts down Messi question with two blunt words
Cristiano Ronaldo bagged a brace as Portugal thrashed Uzbekistan 5-0 in Houston, but flatly refused to engage when a reporter raised Lionel Messi's name in the post-match mixed zone.
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