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Morocco Federation Renews Confidence in Ouahbi After 2026 World Cup
After leading Morocco to the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup, Mohamed Ouahbi has had his mandate extended by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation as part of the 'Morocco 2030' roadmap.
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Verstappen takes 15-year-old McLaren junior under his wing in first outside management deal
Max Verstappen has announced a partnership with Belgian teenager Dries Van Langendonck, a McLaren F1 junior competing in British Formula 4. The four-time world champion will manage and financially back the 15-year-old through Verstappen Racing, marking the first time the camp has represented an outside driver.
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Manchester United revive interest in Fulham's Berge after Norway's World Cup run
Manchester United are reportedly in renewed contact with Fulham midfielder Sander Berge this summer, five years after fans famously mistook a mystery visitor at Carrington for the Norwegian. The 28-year-old started five of Norway's six World Cup games before their quarter-final exit to England.
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Stricken with ALS, Charles Biétry will be able to die in France
Charles Biétry, former head of sports at Canal+ and brief PSG president, had planned to resort to assisted suicide in Switzerland. The National Assembly's vote in favour of the right to die changes his plans.
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Argentina president backs players over Falklands banner as FIFA investigation looms
Several Argentina players displayed a 'Las Malvinas son Argentina' banner during their World Cup semi-final celebrations after defeating England. The UK government has urged FIFA to investigate, while Argentine president Javier Milei defended the gesture and predicted a £20,000 fine at worst.
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How Steve Hodge's Maradona shirt swap left England's dressing room furious after 1986 World Cup exit
Steve Hodge was lambasted by England teammates after swapping shirts with Diego Maradona following the infamous 1986 World Cup quarter-final, in which Maradona's 'Hand of God' punch helped Argentina eliminate England 2-1 at the Estadio Azteca.
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Bellingham shares bus driver's poem after Argentina end England's World Cup dream
Jude Bellingham turned to Instagram to post a poem written by England's bus driver in Kansas City after Argentina's stoppage-time winner ended England's World Cup campaign at the semi-final stage, denying them a first final since 1966.
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England vs France third-place clash faces delay as thunderstorms threaten Miami
England and France meet in the World Cup Bronze Final in Miami on Saturday at 10pm UK time, but FIFA regulations could force a delay or suspension if forecast thunderstorms produce lightning within eight miles of the open-roof venue.
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Guardiola warns Maresca that Man City's squad rebuild may be far from over
Pep Guardiola has cautioned that Manchester City's new manager Enzo Maresca could face unexpected departures this summer, drawing on his own experience of misjudging the squad's needs before a £400m rebuild.
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FIFA awards championship ring to 2026 World Cup winners
For the first time in World Cup history, FIFA will present a championship ring to the winning team, modeled after NBA rings. Thirty personalized copies will be given to players from a limited edition of 2,026 numbered pieces.
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Alexander-Arnold relishes Mourinho reunion at Real Madrid after World Cup squad snub
Trent Alexander-Arnold has welcomed Jose Mourinho's return to Real Madrid, calling it 'a pleasure' to work with the Portuguese coach as he bids to nail down the right-back spot vacated by Dani Carvajal's departure.
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Milei backs Argentina players over Falklands banner, dismisses FIFA fine as 'worst case'
Argentine president Javier Milei has defended his players after several squad members displayed a 'Las Malvinas son Argentina' banner during World Cup semi-final celebrations following a comeback win over England. The UK government and Falkland Islands authorities have both called on FIFA to investigate.
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Stroll warns Hungary upgrade package must work or Honda engine fix won't save Aston Martin
Lance Stroll has admitted Aston Martin's AMR26 has 'no strengths' ahead of a near B-spec upgrade package at the Hungarian Grand Prix. If the Hungaroring overhaul fails to cure the car's chronic understeer and aerodynamic stalling, Stroll says improved Honda power alone cannot rescue the team's season.
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Tielemans reveals Jonny Evans helped seal his £35m Manchester United move
Youri Tielemans has credited former Leicester teammate Jonny Evans as a key influence in his £35m transfer from Aston Villa to Manchester United, saying Evans spoke directly to manager Michael Carrick about his character.
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England switch Buenos Aires hotel to dodge Argentina World Cup celebrations
England have changed their post-match hotel in Buenos Aires to avoid a repeat of the mass street celebrations that followed Argentina's 2022 World Cup triumph, after hundreds of thousands of fans gathered outside their current base on Wednesday night.
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Vincic breaks down in tears after FIFA names him World Cup final referee
Slovenian official Slavko Vincic, 46, was moved to tears when FIFA informed him he would referee Sunday's World Cup final between Spain and Argentina in New Jersey. Vincic previously took charge of the 2024 Champions League final and the 2022 Europa League final.
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Deschamps Refuses Free Evening for France Squad Before Third-Place Playoff Against England
After elimination by Spain (2-0), several French players requested a free evening in Fort Lauderdale. Didier Deschamps refused, even after insistence from senior players, and intends to keep his squad focused for the match against England.
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Gloucester turn to local coaching talent as Bower replaces Woodman at scrum
Gloucester have appointed former Premiership prop Ryan Bower as their new scrum coach, replacing Trevor Woodman who has departed for Connacht. The 35-year-old was coaching at neighbouring Hartpury RFC and Gloucester's own academy.
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Obraniak calls Favard a "drunk" after clash over Deschamps' record
France's elimination from the 2026 World Cup sparked a fierce exchange on X between Ludovic Obraniak and Gilles Favard, two former colleagues at La chaîne L'Équipe, over Didier Deschamps' legacy as he steps down after fourteen years in charge.
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Arsenal in advanced talks for Morgan Rogers as Tzolis and Trossard deals reshape squad
Arsenal have reportedly agreed a £34m deal for Club Brugge winger Christos Tzolis and are now in advanced negotiations over Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers, as Leandro Trossard departs for Besiktas in a £17m deal.
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