Match results
Match reports, scores, post-match analysis.
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VAR's 'mistaken identity' rule makes World Cup debut as Almiron booked for simulation against USA
A long-awaited VAR rule allowing yellow cards to be reversed for mistaken identity was used for the first time at the 2026 World Cup during USA's Group D opener against Paraguay, with Miguel Almiron booked for simulation after Tim Ream's card was overturned.
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Pulisic signals 'I'm good' after precautionary halftime exit in USA's 4-1 World Cup win
Christian Pulisic was substituted at halftime during the United States' 4-1 World Cup opener against Paraguay at Los Angeles Stadium on Friday, but the AC Milan winger appeared in good spirits and showed no signs of discomfort on the bench.
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Balogun's two-goal burst against Paraguay shakes up World Cup Golden Boot race
Folarin Balogun fired USA into contention at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a two-goal performance against Paraguay, vaulting him to the top of the early Golden Boot standings ahead of pre-tournament favourites Mbappé and Kane.
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Pulisic limps off at half-time after starring in USA's 3-0 World Cup lead over Paraguay
Christian Pulisic was substituted at half-time during the USA's Group D World Cup 2026 opener against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium, sparking injury fears despite the hosts leading 3-0. The Milan winger had been instrumental in two goals before his early exit.
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Own goal in the 7th minute hands USA dream start against Paraguay at World Cup 2026
The United States took an early lead in their World Cup 2026 Group A opener at Los Angeles Stadium when Paraguay's Damián Bobadilla turned the ball into his own net in the seventh minute — the third-fastest goal in U.S. World Cup history.
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Dutch referee Danny Makkelie to officiate USA vs Paraguay in World Cup Group D opener
Danny Makkelie, who refereed two group stage matches at the 2022 Qatar World Cup including Argentina's win over Poland, will take charge of USA's opening fixture against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
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Freese starts over Turner as USMNT name lineup for World Cup opener against Paraguay
Matt Freese has been handed the goalkeeper spot ahead of 2022 World Cup starter Matt Turner for the USA's opening match against Paraguay. Defender Chris Richards also returns from an ankle injury to start alongside captain Tim Ream.
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Kirifi backs Hurricanes to handle Blues' kitchen-sink assault in Super Rugby semi-final
Hurricanes captain Du'Plessis Kirifi has dismissed concerns over the Blues' recent slump ahead of their Super Rugby Pacific semi-final in Wellington, warning his side expects a desperate challenge despite the hosts' dominant home record.
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Kolasinac's goal-line miracle keeps Bosnia ahead before late Canada equaliser
Sead Kolasinac produced a stunning goal-line clearance in the 53rd minute to preserve Bosnia and Herzegovina's lead against Canada, but the World Cup co-hosts levelled late through Cyle Larin before the ex-Arsenal defender hobbled off injured.
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Larin's stunning late equaliser earns Canada their first-ever World Cup point
Cyle Larin came off the bench to cancel out Bosnia and Herzegovina's opener with a superb half-volley in Toronto, ending Canada's 39-year wait for a point at the World Cup finals.
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Rooney criticises Marsch's public team talk after Canada draw with Bosnia-Herzegovina
Wayne Rooney voiced his displeasure at Jesse Marsch's decision to hold a post-match huddle in full view of TV cameras after Canada drew 1-1 with Bosnia-Herzegovina in Toronto, with Cyle Larin's late equaliser rescuing a point in Group B.
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Lopes backs big-fight experience to overcome Garcia's seven-fight streak at UFC White House
Diego Lopes returns from his rematch defeat to Alexander Volkanovski to face surging contender Steve Garcia at the UFC White House event, with the featherweight bout widely tipped as a frontrunner for Fight of the Night on the South Lawn.
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Litchfield hat-trick fires Northampton past Leicester and into Premiership final
Tom Litchfield scored three first-half tries as Northampton Saints defeated Leicester Tigers 45-31 at Franklin's Gardens on Saturday, booking their place in the Gallagher Premiership final at Allianz Stadium next weekend.
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Former Invicta atomweight champion Ferreira embraces underdog tag for PFL debut in Lagos
Elisandra Ferreira, a former Invicta Fighting Championships atomweight champion, makes her Professional Fighters League debut in Lagos, Nigeria on Saturday, taking on undefeated home fighter Juliet Ukah.
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Trump calls Pochettino 'fantastic guy' but skips USA's World Cup opener against Paraguay
President Donald Trump phoned the U.S. Men's National Team on Thursday night ahead of their 2026 World Cup opener against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, telling the players to 'have some fun' — but will not attend the match in person.
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Chimaev vows to 'take his head off' as he rules out move to light heavyweight
Khamzat Chimaev has dismissed talk of a jump to 205 pounds following his split-decision loss to Sean Strickland at UFC 328, insisting he is staying at middleweight and demanding a rematch to reclaim the title.
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Katy Perry and Future headline USA's World Cup opener as Trump skips SoFi Stadium
Katy Perry and Future headlined the opening ceremony at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles as Mauricio Pochettino's USA kicked off their World Cup 2026 campaign against Paraguay. President Trump was absent, opting instead for his 80th birthday celebrations in Washington.
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Dempsey fires back at Marsch's claim USA players had to be begged to sing anthem
Jesse Marsch claimed USA players had to be begged to sing the national anthem during the 2010 World Cup. Clint Dempsey, who played under Marsch that summer, and Thierry Henry both pushed back sharply ahead of Canada's World Cup opener against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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Mexican and South Korean fans unite in Gangnam Style after opening World Cup wins
Mexican and South Korean supporters celebrated together in the streets after both nations won their opening World Cup 2026 group-stage matches on Thursday, with Mexican fans joining in on the iconic 'Gangnam Style' dance and chanting 'Korean, brother, you're Mexican now!'
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Blaydes warns Hokit's chin won't survive heavyweight long-term after Lewis fight booked
Curtis Blaydes believes Josh Hokit can beat Derrick Lewis at UFC White House on June 14, but warns the undefeated heavyweight that repeatedly absorbing that level of punishment will eventually cost him — and suggests a drop to light heavyweight may be his best long-term move.
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