Match results
Match reports, scores, post-match analysis.
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Dual international Hilsenbeck leads USA's Nations Cup charge after switching from Germany
California-born fly-half Christopher Hilsenbeck, who spent seven years representing Germany, is now starring for the USA Eagles — sealing a last-gasp Nations Cup win over Portugal with a penalty two minutes from time.
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Ireland can topple All Blacks at Eden Park and seize second in world rankings
Ireland travel to Eden Park with a genuine shot at ending New Zealand's 32-year, 52-match unbeaten home record. A victory for Andy Farrell's side would lift them above the All Blacks to second in the World Rugby Men's Rankings.
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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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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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Canadian wildfire smoke threatens Spain-Argentina World Cup final at MetLife Stadium
Two days before the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium, smoke from Ontario wildfires is severely degrading air quality in the New York region. FIFA is monitoring the situation hour by hour.
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Injuries force two PFL Austin card changes as Pettis and Marroquin withdraw
Sergio Pettis and Levy Saul Marroquin have both been pulled from PFL Austin on July 18 at Moody Center in Texas, reshaping the co-main event and main card. Rafael do Nascimento steps in to face Lewis McGrillene-Evans, while Joey Ruquet now meets Jesus Pinedo at featherweight.
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Chimaev accuses Strickland of ducking rematch after UFC 328 title loss
Khamzat Chimaev has publicly called out Sean Strickland on Instagram, accusing the UFC middleweight champion of avoiding a rematch following their bout at UFC 328, where Chimaev gassed out and suffered the first loss of his professional career.
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France faces Valenzuela in third-place playoff against England, despite Deschamps' criticism
FIFA has appointed Venezuelan referee Jesus Valenzuela to officiate the third-place playoff between France and England on Saturday. The decision comes just days after Didier Deschamps made strong criticism of the refereeing in the semi-final.
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Spain face Argentina in World Cup final as health warning, banner row and referee's tears dominate build-up
Spain and Argentina meet in Sunday's World Cup final at MetLife Stadium, while England face France in Saturday's third-place play-off in Miami. Off the pitch, wildfire smoke health warnings, a Falklands banner controversy and an emotional referee appointment have dominated the final days of the tournament.
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Du Plessis insists UFC OKC win over Usman must earn him a third Strickland title shot
Dricus du Plessis faces former champion Kamaru Usman in the UFC Oklahoma City main event on July 18, with the South African arguing that the winner — and the manner of victory — deserves next crack at Sean Strickland's middleweight title.
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France-England: When Referee Sampaio Angered Everyone in Qatar
Four days before the third-place playoff between the two nations, a look back at the 2022 World Cup quarter-final in Qatar, where Wilton Sampaio's refereeing sparked criticism from both sides.
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Zaïre-Emery benched again: Deschamps opts for Kanté and Koné against England
Despite seven announced changes to the starting lineup for the third-place playoff of the 2026 World Cup against England on Saturday in Miami, Warren Zaïre-Emery is unlikely to start for Didier Deschamps, who prefers N'Golo Kanté and Manu Koné in midfield.
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Injury and illness force New Zealand U20 into five changes for bronze final against England
New Zealand U20 head coach Kane Jury has made five changes to his starting XV for the Junior World Championship bronze match against England, with injuries and illness forcing key reshuffles in both the forward pack and backline.
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Savea hails 'dogs' Roigard and Love ahead of All Blacks clash with Ireland at Eden Park
All Blacks captain Ardie Savea has praised the competitive drive of halfbacks Cam Roigard and Ruben Love, who start their third consecutive Test together when New Zealand host Ireland at Eden Park on Saturday in the Nations Championship.
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France-England Third-Place Match: Tuchel and the Blues Admit They Don't Want to Play
Eliminated in the World Cup 2026 semi-finals, France and England meet Saturday in Miami for third place, a match that neither the French players nor Thomas Tuchel are hiding they don't want to play.
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