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Canada reach first-ever World Cup knockout stage despite 2-1 loss to Switzerland

Canada made history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup by advancing to the knockout stage for the first time, even as they fell 2-1 to Switzerland. Coach Jesse Marsch confirmed captain Alphonso Davies will return for their round-of-16 clash in Los Angeles.

Football Jun 24

Ochoa set for World Cup farewell start as Mexico rotate against Czechia

With Mexico already through to the knockout rounds after wins over South Africa and South Korea, manager Javier Aguirre is expected to hand legendary 40-year-old goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa a rare start in Tuesday's final Group A game against Czechia.

Football Jun 24

Neymar named on bench for Brazil's World Cup Group C finale against Scotland

Neymar returns to Brazil's squad for Wednesday's World Cup Group C match against Scotland at Miami Stadium, taking a place on the bench after missing the tournament's opening two games with a right calf injury.

Football Jun 24

Pulisic 'feeling good' and targeting return for USA's Group D finale against Türkiye

Christian Pulisic has rejoined the United States squad and is hopeful of featuring against Türkiye on Thursday after missing the 2-0 win over Australia with a left calf injury sustained before the tournament opener.

Football Jun 24

Pulisic declares himself fit to face Turkey as USA seal World Cup last 32 place

Christian Pulisic says he is feeling 'great' after a calf injury kept him out of the USA's 2-0 win over Australia, and is pushing to feature in their final group-stage match against Turkey on Thursday.

Football Jun 24

Ancelotti confirms fit Neymar ready to face Scotland in Brazil's World Cup group finale

Neymar is set to end a near month-long absence from the 2026 FIFA World Cup when Brazil face Scotland on Wednesday at Miami Stadium, with head coach Carlo Ancelotti confirming the forward is fit and available to play.

Football Jun 24

Neymar set to end two-year Brazil absence against Scotland in World Cup group decider

Carlo Ancelotti confirmed Neymar is fully fit and available for Brazil's 2026 World Cup Group C finale against Scotland in Miami on Wednesday, potentially ending the 34-year-old's international absence since October 2023.

Football Jun 24

Injured Kone receives hero's welcome on wheelchair at World Cup 2026

Ismael Kone, who fractured his tibia and fibula during Canada's 6-0 win over Qatar, was wheeled onto the pitch at BC Place Vancouver ahead of Canada's Group B finale against Switzerland, receiving a standing ovation from supporters.

Football Jun 24

Tuchel warns England not to rely on Saka to fix their World Cup struggles

Thomas Tuchel has urged England's squad to share the burden as Bukayo Saka edges closer to a starting role, cautioning that the Arsenal winger's return alone will not resolve the team's problems ahead of their final Group stage match against Panama.

Football Jun 24

Tuchel eyes Saka return and moderate rotation for England's must-win Panama clash

Thomas Tuchel is planning selective changes for England's World Cup Group L finale against Panama after Tuesday's goalless draw with Ghana left their path through the tournament uncertain. Bukayo Saka, recovering from an Achilles issue, could start for the first time in the tournament.

Football Jun 24

Portugal name Marques in Nations Cup squad but rest two Rugby Europe title heroes

Portugal have named a strong squad for the inaugural World Rugby Nations Cup in North America, with scrum-half Samuel Marques returning after missing two Tests. However, top-scorer Rodrigo Marta and back-rower Nicolás Martins have been left out.

Rugby Jun 24

Rice yellow card puts England vice-captain at suspension risk for World Cup knockouts

Declan Rice was booked in England's 1-1 draw with Ghana at the 2026 World Cup, meaning a second caution against Panama in the final group game would rule him out of the second round. The Arsenal midfielder is also carrying a leg injury that adds to Thomas Tuchel's concerns.

Football Jun 24

Dillon Lewis ends two-year Wales exile after Dragons move reignites his international ambitions

Tighthead prop Dillon Lewis has been recalled to Steve Tandy's Wales squad after more than two years out of the international picture, with the 57-cap forward crediting his move from Harlequins to Dragons as the catalyst for his return.

Rugby Jun 24

Davies set to return from hamstring injury as Canada face Switzerland with Group B top spot secured

Alphonso Davies is expected to feature against Switzerland on Tuesday after missing Canada's opening two World Cup 2026 games with a hamstring injury. Manager Jesse Marsch says his captain looks fit and ready, though he may start from the bench.

Football Jun 24

Jamie George leads England into gruelling three-continent Nations Championship tour

England depart on Wednesday for a 25,000-mile summer tour spanning South Africa, England and Argentina, with Jamie George captaining the side after Maro Itoje's rest. Defence coach Richard Wigglesworth insists the logistical challenge will not serve as an excuse.

Rugby Jun 24

Contepomi names five uncapped players in Argentina squad as 91-cap Lavanini misses Nations Championship

Felipe Contepomi has selected five uncapped players in a 34-man Argentina squad for Nations Championship Tests against Scotland, Wales and England, while 91-cap lock Tomás Lavanini and former first-choice scrum-half Gonzalo Bertranou are notable absentees.

Rugby Jun 24

Saka declared fit to start as Rice calf concern clouds England's World Cup camp

Bukayo Saka has been cleared to start for England at the World Cup after overcoming an Achilles problem, but Declan Rice was spotted limping with heavy strapping on his left calf following the goalless draw with Ghana, raising doubts over his availability against Panama.

Football Jun 24

Rice and Spence limp out of England's 0-0 draw with Ghana to leave Tuchel sweating

Declan Rice was strapped heavily on his left calf and Djed Spence hobbled off with an ankle knock after England were held to a goalless draw by Ghana at the Gillette Stadium, with both players set to be assessed ahead of Saturday's Group L decider against Panama.

Football Jun 24

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.

Football Jun 24

Tuchel faces Rice dilemma as yellow card threatens England's World Cup knockout plans

Declan Rice is at risk of missing England's first World Cup knockout match after picking up a yellow card in Tuesday's goalless draw with Ghana. Thomas Tuchel may rest the midfielder for the Group L finale against Panama on 27 June.

Football Jun 23