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Fernandes vows Diogo Jota will inspire Portugal's World Cup bid nearly a year after his death
Bruno Fernandes has paid tribute to Diogo Jota ahead of Portugal's World Cup opener against DR Congo in Houston, saying the Liverpool forward — killed in a car crash last summer alongside his brother — remains a permanent part of the squad's spirit.
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Mbappé breaks France scoring record as Les Bleus survive slow start to stun Senegal 3-1
Kylian Mbappé set a new French federation scoring record with a brace as France recovered from a sluggish first half to defeat Senegal 3-1 in their 2026 World Cup opener, with Zlatan Ibrahimović defending the team's measured approach.
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Mauritanian debutant Dahane Beida to referee Austria vs Jordan at World Cup 2026
Dahane Beida, a 34-year-old Mauritanian referee, will take charge of Austria vs Jordan at the FIFA World Cup in Santa Clara — his first World Cup appointment. Beida previously officiated the 2023 AFCON Final and the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
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Tuchel calls up Chalobah over Alexander-Arnold to cover Livramento injury
Thomas Tuchel has explained his decision to add Chelsea centre-back Trevoh Chalobah to England's World Cup squad after Tino Livramento suffered a calf injury in training, opting against recalling Trent Alexander-Arnold or other full-back options.
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Kaka signs with Black Ferns Sevens after third ACL rupture and becoming a mother
Shiray Kaka, the Tokyo Olympics gold medallist, has signed a new contract with the Black Ferns Sevens after recovering from a third ACL rupture that forced her to miss the Paris Games and left her questioning her rugby future.
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Kane says Bundesliga glory has elevated him to a new level ahead of World Cup 2026
Harry Kane believes winning the Bundesliga and German Cup with Bayern Munich has transformed his confidence and public perception, and the England captain says he is entering World Cup 2026 in the best physical and mental shape of his career.
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Tuchel feels at home in England but admits he is not ready to sing national anthem yet
Thomas Tuchel says England feels like home after quickly adapting to life in the country, but the German head coach admits he is not yet ready to sing God Save The King as he prepares to lead the Three Lions into their World Cup 2026 group opener against Croatia in Dallas.
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Haaland nets twice on World Cup debut as Norway hammer Iraq 4-1 in Boston
Erling Haaland opened his World Cup account with a first-half brace as Norway, appearing in the tournament for the first time in 28 years, beat Iraq 4-1 in Boston to top Group I on the opening matchday.
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Haaland marks Norway's first World Cup in 28 years with a brace in 4-1 win over Iraq
Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway ended a 28-year World Cup absence with a commanding 4-1 victory over Iraq in Boston, underlining his status as one of the tournament's marquee attractions.
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Western Force sign Sevens star Aden Ekanayake ahead of 2027 Super Rugby season
Western Force have secured 21-year-old Aden Ekanayake from the Australia Sevens program, with the Junior Player of the Year award winner making the switch to 15s ahead of the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season.
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USA players dismiss 'layup' label as Australia clash looms in World Cup Group D
Tyler Adams and Tim Weah have pushed back on the notion that Friday's Group D fixture against Australia is an easy win for the United States, with Adams calling it 'one of the most difficult games that we play'.
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Mbappé scores twice in second half to fire France past Senegal in World Cup opener
Kylian Mbappé ended a quiet first half with two second-half goals — including a stoppage-time winner 67 seconds after Senegal equalised — to lead France to a 3-1 victory and become his country's all-time World Cup top scorer with 14 goals.
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Aymen Hussein scores Iraq's first World Cup goal since 1986 after seven-hour US immigration ordeal
Aymen Hussein equalised against Norway at Foxborough to mark Iraq's return to the World Cup for the first time since 1986, days after being held for seven hours of questioning at Chicago's O'Hare airport upon arrival in the United States.
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Gaethje's coach reveals jab-first game plan that ended Topuria's unbeaten run at UFC White House
Ground coach Jorge Santiago has lifted the lid on Justin Gaethje's stunning lightweight title victory over Ilia Topuria at UFC White House, detailing the jab-heavy game plan, the extraordinary Secret Service security, and why Gaethje may now delay retirement for one more big fight.
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NHS warns England fans not to skip A&E during World Cup 2026 matches after Euro 2024 data reveals 17,000 missed visits
Nearly 17,000 fewer people than expected attended emergency departments during England matches at Euro 2024, NHS England has revealed. Health officials are urging fans not to delay seeking urgent care during World Cup 2026 fixtures, warning that post-match surges in trauma injuries follow every dip.
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McGregor reveals two fights left on UFC deal as return at UFC 329 approaches
Conor McGregor has confirmed he has two bouts remaining on his current UFC contract, with a tentative date already set for his final fight. The Irishman returns against Max Holloway at welterweight on July 11 at UFC 329.
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England's World Cup opener against Croatia sparks 300% surge in UK pub bookings
Pub reservations across the UK have jumped by nearly 300 per cent ahead of England's World Cup opener against Croatia, with the hospitality sector forecasting a 42 per cent sales rise across the group stage and an estimated £600 million boost to the wider economy.
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Topuria's ground game blunder cost him the title, says Gaethje's coach Wittman
Trevor Wittman has revealed that Ilia Topuria made a critical tactical error at UFC White House, taking a badly hurt Justin Gaethje to the ground in round two rather than finishing him on the feet — a mistake that ultimately handed Gaethje the undisputed lightweight title.
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Mbappe breaks France scoring record and explains flute celebration in 3-1 win over Senegal
Kylian Mbappe scored twice in France's 3-1 World Cup 2026 Group I victory over Senegal in New Jersey, surpassing Olivier Giroud as his country's all-time top scorer with his 58th international goal. His flute mime after the opener fulfilled a promise made on a chat show earlier this month.
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Mbappe inspires France past Senegal 3-1 as VAR controversy clouds World Cup opener
Kylian Mbappe delivered a standout performance as France beat Senegal 3-1 in their 2026 World Cup opener, though the match was overshadowed by VAR controversy. Elsewhere, Norway face Iraq and holders Argentina begin their campaign against Algeria.
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