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Letexier steps in for injured Oliver to referee Ivory Coast vs Ecuador at World Cup 2026
Premier League referee Michael Oliver has withdrawn from Sunday's Group E clash between Ivory Coast and Ecuador through injury. France's François Letexier, who officiated the Euro 2024 final, will take charge instead at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.
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Hokit credits UFC 327 performance for silencing Dana White's doubts ahead of Lewis clash
Josh Hokit says his heavyweight war with Curtis Blaydes at UFC 327 completely changed Dana White's opinion of him. Now 3-0 in the UFC with three post-fight bonuses, Hokit faces Derrick Lewis at UFC White House and is calling out fighters he considers too "lazy" to embrace personality.
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Scotland superfan flies 4,000 miles to Miami to watch World Cup match on a TV screen
Neil McKnight, 62, is travelling from London to Miami on a 70-hour round trip — spending over £1,000 — to watch Scotland face Brazil on a big screen, having never followed his country abroad before.
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Southgate reveals why he stepped back from punditry to avoid distracting Tuchel's England at the World Cup
Gareth Southgate has explained his decision to turn down a television punditry role at the 2026 World Cup, saying he feared his presence and comments could be used against Thomas Tuchel's England squad in press conferences.
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Hakimi stamps on Vinicius's ankle without punishment in Brazil-Morocco draw (1-1)
During Brazil's 1-1 draw with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, Achraf Hakimi's challenge on Vinicius Junior's ankle sparked controversy: neither Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic nor VAR sanctioned the incident, triggering strong reactions.
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Doué to start, Saliba fit: Deschamps settles on XI for Senegal clash
Two days before France face Senegal in the 2026 World Cup, Didier Deschamps has reportedly decided to start Désiré Doué on the left wing, while William Saliba has been declared fit to play.
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Netherlands and Japan draw 0-0 in Dallas for their 2026 World Cup debuts
The Netherlands and Japan opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a goalless draw (0-0) on Sunday evening at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Dallas, during the first day of the group stage.
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Germany opens 2026 World Cup campaign against Curaçao in Houston
On Sunday, June 14 at 7 p.m., Germany begins its 2026 World Cup campaign against Curaçao at NRG Stadium in Houston, in Group E. Neuer, Wirtz and Havertz start in this opening match.
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Lizarazu says goodbye to Téléfoot until September 6, shut out of World Cup coverage
The final episode of Téléfoot for the 2025-2026 season aired on June 14. Bixente Lizarazu confirmed the show's summer break and admitted struggling with his absence from the World Cup, whose broadcast rights are held by M6.
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Brazil and Morocco draw 1-1, Australia stuns Turkey at 2026 World Cup
Brazil and Morocco played to a 1-1 draw in New York in the opening clash of the 2026 World Cup, with Ismael Saibari scoring first before Vinicius Jr equalized. Australia delivered the weekend's surprise by defeating Turkey 2-0 in Group D.
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Bruno Genesio signs with Marseille for two years with an option, his staff already known
Bruno Genesio has reached an agreement with Olympique de Marseille for the next two seasons, plus a third as an option. His Lille assistants Jérémie Bréchet and Dimitri Farbos, as well as goalkeeping coach Nicolas Dehon, will join him on the Canebière.
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Leboeuf backs Mbappe to fulfil France captaincy as third World Cup looms
Frank Leboeuf has defended Kylian Mbappe's leadership credentials ahead of France's World Cup opener, arguing the captaincy will bring out the best in the 27-year-old, just as it did for Zidane, Deschamps and Lloris before him.
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Sancho leaves Man Utd without a club after toxic feud, WhatsApp exile and five wasted years
Jadon Sancho will depart Manchester United when his contract expires on June 30, ending a deeply troubled five-year spell that included a public falling-out with Erik ten Hag, removal from the first-team WhatsApp group, and a complete breakdown in his career trajectory.
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Bearman reaches Q2 in Barcelona despite driving the 'worst car of his life' in FP3
Oliver Bearman will start the Spanish Grand Prix from 15th after a chaotic qualifying day in which overnight setup changes left his Haas undriveable in final practice, yet the 21-year-old recovered to progress into Q2.
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Brazil rescued by Vinicius Junior as Morocco lead slips in World Cup opener
Brazil were outplayed for long stretches by Morocco at the New York New Jersey Stadium before Vinicius Junior dragged them level to earn a 1-1 draw in their 2026 World Cup opener.
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Man City's Van Dijk precedent shows why £120m Anderson bid rejection may not end pursuit
Manchester City have had a £120m bid for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson rejected, with Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis demanding a higher upfront fee. City's history of walking away from Van Dijk in 2017 suggests they are prepared to hold firm or move on.
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Amorim's likely AC Milan move set to slash Manchester United's £16m severance bill
Manchester United paid roughly £15.9m to sack Ruben Amorim and his coaching staff in January, but that figure is expected to fall significantly if Amorim completes a move to AC Milan, where he is now the leading candidate to replace Massimiliano Allegri.
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United's interest in Casado could reopen Barcelona door for Rashford this summer
Manchester United are monitoring Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado, according to reports in Spain. The potential move could revive a permanent or loan return to the Nou Camp for Marcus Rashford, whose £26m purchase option Barcelona are not expected to activate.
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Matt Holland wonders what Ireland could have achieved at 2002 World Cup had Roy Keane stayed
Former Republic of Ireland midfielder Matt Holland has reflected on the Saipan crisis, describing Roy Keane as the one player every nation at the 2002 World Cup would have wanted — while also recalling the agony of his missed penalty against Spain.
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Viduka reveals Ferguson talks, Elton John slip and life in a coffee shop after Leeds glory
Mark Viduka scored 59 Premier League goals for Leeds United, held secret talks with Sir Alex Ferguson, and was nearly outed by Elton John mid-concert. The Australian striker reflects on a remarkable career that ended far from the spotlight.
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