Match results
Match reports, scores, post-match analysis.
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FIFA's pre-revolutionary Iran flag ban upheld by US judge hours before World Cup opener
A Los Angeles federal judge ruled Monday that FIFA's ban on the pre-revolutionary Iranian flag — featuring a lion and sun motif associated with the regime overthrown in 1979 — will stand at the World Cup, after an Iran fan filed a last-minute lawsuit ahead of the nation's Group G opener against New Zealand at SoFi Stadium.
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10,000 England fans descend on Dallas as Gordon and Rice embrace World Cup opener against Croatia
Around 10,000 England supporters are set to fill AT&T Stadium in Dallas for the Three Lions' World Cup group-stage opener against Croatia on Wednesday, with Anthony Gordon and Declan Rice among those expressing their excitement ahead of kick-off.
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Lee Dixon nearly breaks down on commentary as Cape Verde hold Spain to historic World Cup draw
Former Arsenal defender and ITV co-commentator Lee Dixon admitted he was close to tears after Cape Verde, in their first-ever World Cup appearance, held European champions Spain to a goalless draw — with 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha producing a heroic display.
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Oyarzabal goes 30 minutes without a touch to break 60-year World Cup record against Cape Verde
Mikel Oyarzabal did not touch the ball in the first 30 minutes of Spain's Group H opener against Cape Verde at the 2026 World Cup — the first time a player has gone that long without a touch at the tournament since 1966. Spain were held to a 0-0 draw despite 13 first-half shots.
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Cape Verde hold reigning champions Spain to goalless draw in World Cup Group H opener
Cape Verde produced one of the World Cup's biggest shocks so far, holding European champions Spain to a 0-0 draw in Atlanta. Goalkeeper Vozinha was outstanding, denying Ferran Torres twice as the Blue Sharks earned a famous point on their World Cup debut.
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Topuria vows rematch after Gaethje leaves him hospitalised and stripped of UFC lightweight title
Ilia Topuria has broken his silence following his first professional loss, acknowledging Justin Gaethje's dominance at UFC White House after his corner stopped the fight at the end of round four. Topuria was taken to hospital after the bout and has promised a rematch.
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England face Croatia in World Cup 2026 Group L opener at Dallas's AT&T Stadium on June 17
Thomas Tuchel's England begin their World Cup 2026 campaign against Croatia in Arlington, Texas, on Wednesday June 17 — a rematch of the 2018 semi-final that ended England's tournament hopes in Russia.
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Cape Verde hold European champions Spain to stunning World Cup 2026 opening stalemate
Spain, winners of four major tournaments in two decades, were held to a goalless draw by Cape Verde in their World Cup opener. The island nation, with a population the size of Sheffield, secured their first ever World Cup point.
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Dana White condemns Hokit's derogatory Michelle Obama remarks after UFC White House win
Josh Hokit made derogatory comments about former First Lady Michelle Obama during his post-fight interview at UFC White House on Sunday, prompting UFC CEO Dana White to publicly condemn the remarks while stopping short of announcing disciplinary action.
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Van der Vaart faces backlash after racist joke about Japan players on Dutch TV
Former Netherlands international Rafael van der Vaart sparked controversy during live punditry on Dutch channel NOS by claiming Japan's players 'look alike', a remark he immediately acknowledged as a joke, after the Netherlands drew 2-2 with Japan in their World Cup opener.
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Humiliated 5-1 by Sweden, Lamouchi on the verge of being sacked mid-World Cup
Tunisia suffered a nightmare start to the 2026 World Cup, crushed 5-1 by Sweden in Monterrey. The defeat could cost manager Sabri Lamouchi his job before Tunisia's second match, scheduled for June 21 against Japan.
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Jones reclaims GOAT crown on social media after Pereira's TKO loss to Gane
Jon Jones posted a video wearing a GOAT necklace after Alex Pereira was stopped by Ciryl Gane in the second round of their interim heavyweight title fight at UFC Freedom 250, reigniting the debate over MMA's greatest fighter.
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Lopes finishes Garcia at UFC White House after cornerman Costa's pinpoint advice
Diego Lopes stopped Steve Garcia in Round 2 at UFC Freedom 250 at the White House, crediting flyweight Alessandro Costa — working his corner — for the tactical cue that set up the fight-ending combination.
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Hokit calls out Pereira after UFC Freedom 250, claims 'Poatan' weighed in too heavy at 251lbs
Unbeaten heavyweight Josh Hokit stopped Derrick Lewis at UFC Freedom 250 and immediately targeted Alex Pereira, arguing the former light heavyweight champion weighed in at a counterproductive 251lbs before his second-round stoppage loss to Ciryl Gane.
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Ramon Abatti confirmed as referee for Belgium vs Egypt at World Cup 2026
Brazilian official Ramon Abatti will take charge of Belgium's Group G opener against Egypt at Seattle's Lumen Field on Monday. The 36-year-old refereed the 2024 Olympic final and oversaw Real Madrid matches at last summer's Club World Cup.
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Messi set to surpass Ronaldo with sixth World Cup appearance while chasing Klose's goals record
Lionel Messi will become the first player in history to appear in six World Cups when Argentina face Algeria in Kansas City, edging ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo by hours. The 38-year-old is also three goals shy of Miroslav Klose's all-time record of 16 World Cup goals.
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Ruffy stops Chandler with spinning wheel kick then proposes to girlfriend at UFC White House
Mauricio Ruffy delivered one of the night's most memorable moments at UFC Freedom 250, finishing Michael Chandler with a first-round spinning wheel kick before dropping to one knee and proposing to his girlfriend Nadine on the White House lawn.
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Saka's stoppage-time goal sends Arsenal to first Champions League final since 2006
Bukayo Saka's 44th-minute rebound finish gave Arsenal a 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid at the Emirates, sealing a 2-1 aggregate victory and ending a 20-year wait for a Champions League final appearance.
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Dana White condemns Hokit's 'nasty' Michelle Obama insult after UFC White House win
Josh Hokit knocked out Derrick Lewis at UFC White House on Sunday, then used his post-fight interview to make a false, derogatory claim about former First Lady Michelle Obama. UFC CEO Dana White called the remarks 'nasty and false nonsense' in a statement to TIME.
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Salah's final World Cup bid begins as Belgium face Egypt in Seattle opener
Belgium and Egypt kick off their 2026 World Cup campaigns in Seattle on Monday, with Rudi Garcia's side seeking redemption after a group-stage exit in 2022 and Mohamed Salah potentially playing in his last World Cup.
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