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Messi test in World Cup final could seal O'Reilly's future role at Man City
Nico O'Reilly faces Lionel Messi and Argentina in the World Cup final on Wednesday — a defining night that Manchester City believe could shape whether the Collyhurst teenager remains a left-back or moves into midfield.
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Tuchel leads England into World Cup semi-final against Argentina as underdogs
Thomas Tuchel takes charge of England against reigning world champions Argentina in a World Cup semi-final in Atlanta, having guided the Three Lions through five wins since taking the job in January 2025.
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Kobbie Mainoo gifts England ticket to dementia campaigner facing same fate as 12 family members
Jordan Adams, 31, who carries the gene for the fatal dementia that killed his mother and 12 relatives, flew to Atlanta after Kobbie Mainoo responded to his viral social media plea — and FIFA has since announced a partnership with his awareness organisation.
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Burglars target Lamine Yamal's home hours after Spain reach World Cup final
Two masked individuals attempted to break into Lamine Yamal's property in the early hours of Wednesday morning, just hours after the 19-year-old helped Spain beat France 2-0 in their World Cup semi-final in Dallas.
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Alex Pereira condemns Michel Pereira's UFC release after Herb Dean's hair-pull oversight
UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira has publicly criticised the release of Michel Pereira following his controversial loss to Shara Magomedov at UFC Baku, arguing that referee Herb Dean's failure to deduct points for repeated hair-pulling and eye-poking made the outcome unjust.
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Man City ready to hand Bouaddi immediate first-team role in £85m move ahead of Arsenal and United
Manchester City are prepared to integrate 18-year-old Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi straight into Enzo Maresca's first team if they can agree an £85m deal with Lille, with Arsenal and Manchester United also tracking the World Cup quarter-finalist.
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Maguire wishes England luck before World Cup semi-final despite shock Tuchel snub
Harry Maguire has publicly backed England ahead of their World Cup semi-final against Argentina, posting a good luck message on Instagram despite being controversially omitted from Thomas Tuchel's squad for the tournament in North America.
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Ismail Elfath named referee for England v Argentina World Cup semi-final
American official Ismail Elfath will take charge of England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina at Atlanta Stadium on Wednesday. The 44-year-old has previous connections to Lionel Messi's biggest trophy wins.
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Ruiz mocks Olise in dressing room as Spain reach World Cup final with 2-0 win over France
Spain booked their place in the World Cup final with a 2-0 victory over France, goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro sealing the win. Dressing-room footage captured Fabian Ruiz taunting Marc Cucurella to take Michael Olise 'out of your pocket' after the Bayern Munich winger endured a quiet night.
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Aubameyang leaves Marseille for Deportivo La Corogne, second attacking departure of the transfer window
After Mason Greenwood, Olympique de Marseille is parting ways with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. At 37 years old, the Gabonese striker is set to join Deportivo La Corogne, newly promoted to La Liga, for €1.5 million.
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Mbappé blames tactics and his own display as France fall short against Spain
Kylian Mbappé took responsibility for France's 2-0 semifinal defeat to Spain at the 2026 World Cup, criticising the team's sloppy technical play, poor midfield setup, and his own inability to create chances.
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France exit opens door for United to accelerate £51m Manu Kone pursuit
Manchester United are weighing a move for Roma midfielder Manu Kone, valued at around €60m, after France were knocked out of the World Cup semi-finals. The club has already spent £85m this week on Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans.
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Michael Page returns to middleweight to face Ruziboev at UFC Paris in September
Michael Page will step back up to middleweight to face Nursulton Ruziboev at UFC Paris on September 5 at Accor Arena, the UFC confirmed on Wednesday. The bout comes just months after Page's welterweight return at UFC London, where he defeated Sam Patterson.
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England fans fill Benidorm bars seven hours before World Cup semi-final against Argentina
Supporters packed into Benidorm's 'England Square' from early afternoon ahead of the World Cup semi-final against Argentina, with thousands hoping to witness the team reach its first final in 60 years.
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Gary Mabbutt hospitalised in South Africa with serious blood clot after accident
Former England and Tottenham defender Gary Mabbutt has been hospitalised in South Africa following a serious accident, with a blood clot in his calf leaving him unable to fly home until at least 24th, according to ex-teammate Micky Hazard.
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Man United hold internal talks over £43m Camavinga as Carrick eyes fourth summer signing
Manchester United have internally discussed a move for Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, though the France international is said to want to remain at the Bernabéu. United have already signed Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans and Karl Darlow this summer.
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FIFA defends extended World Cup final half-time show featuring Madonna, Shakira and Bieber
FIFA has confirmed an 11-minute half-time performance at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, featuring Madonna, Shakira and Justin Bieber — a show that will push the interval well beyond the 15 minutes stipulated by football's laws.
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Morecambe set to become first club censured by England's new Independent Football Regulator
Morecambe face formal censure from the Independent Football Regulator after failing to provide required ownership and financial information on time — a landmark moment for the newly established body, even as the club's relegation to the sixth tier places them outside its current jurisdiction.
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BKB hires ex-UFC and PFL executive Loren Mack as CMO to drive global expansion
Bare Knuckle Boxing has appointed Loren Mack — a veteran of UFC, ONE Championship, and PFL — as chief marketing officer and executive vice president of strategy, tasking him with leading the promotion's global brand and growth ambitions.
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FIFA rules and Falklands War history end Oliver and Taylor's World Cup final hopes
Premier League referees Michael Oliver and Anthony Taylor have been ruled out of the 2026 World Cup final. A combination of FIFA's home-nation impartiality rules and geopolitical restrictions linked to the 1982 Falklands War has eliminated both officials from all remaining fixtures.
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