Match results
Match reports, scores, post-match analysis.
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Jordan leave spotless dressing room and gifts for staff after World Cup elimination
Jordan were knocked out of the 2026 World Cup after a 2-1 defeat to Algeria, but the nation's first-ever World Cup appearance ended with a viral moment: a pristine dressing room, traditional sweets, and a heartfelt thank-you note left for stadium staff in San Francisco.
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Wales hand four uncapped players debut call-ups for Barbarians clash at Twickenham
Steve Tandy has named four uncapped players in his Wales squad to face the Barbarians at Twickenham's Allianz Stadium on Saturday, with Cardiff's Rhys Barratt, Ben Warren, Ryan Woodman and Harrison Keddie all in line for first senior caps.
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South Africa's mixed-zone celebrations spark confrontation with South Korea as FIFA intervene
South Africa's loud post-match celebrations disrupted South Korea's mixed-zone interviews after their World Cup group stage clash, prompting Feyenoord midfielder Hwang In-beom to confront a South African official and demand respect before FIFA media staff stepped in to calm the situation.
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Callender captains youthful Wales side with five uncapped players against Barbarians
Alex Callender returns from injury to skipper Wales against the Barbarians at Allianz Stadium, with head coach Sean Lynn naming five uncapped players including wingers Amy Williams and Kelsie Webster in his starting XV.
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Wolves open 2026-27 Championship season at home as West Ham and Burnley clash on opening weekend
The EFL has released its 2026-27 fixture list, with relegated Wolves hosting Blackburn in a Friday-night opener on August 14. West Ham, returning to the second tier for the first time in 14 years, face Burnley at Turf Moor the following Sunday.
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Neymar echoes Hamilton's 'Remember Who You Are' after ending 981-day Brazil exile at World Cup
Neymar Jr returned to the Brazil squad after 981 days out with a torn ACL, coming off the bench against Scotland in Miami at the 2026 World Cup. He marked the moment by posting Lewis Hamilton's post-Ferrari-win mantra on Instagram — and Hamilton replied.
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Beckham sums up England's Ghana stalemate with blunt nine-word verdict
David Beckham distilled England's frustrating 0-0 draw with Ghana at the 2026 World Cup into nine words, reportedly telling actor Kit Harington before kick-off that Ghana would make it a tough night — and he was proved right.
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Wolves host Blackburn to open 2026-27 Championship season as full fixtures released
The EFL has published all 552 fixtures for the 2026-27 Championship campaign. Wolverhampton Wanderers kick off the season against Blackburn Rovers on August 14, while relegated Premier League sides Burnley and West Ham meet on the opening weekend.
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Iran accuse US officials of detaining Taremi and delaying World Cup travel to Seattle
Mehdi Taremi and assistant coach Saeed Alhoei were held by US officials during Iran's journey to Seattle for their World Cup group match against Egypt, delaying the squad's departure by 25 minutes, the Iranian Football Federation confirmed.
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Kolisi recalls 2018 comeback that defined his Springbok captaincy ahead of 72nd cap against England
Siya Kolisi has reflected on the 2018 match in which South Africa overturned a 21-point deficit to beat England 42-39 — his first game as Springbok captain — as he prepares to lead the side for a record 72nd time against the same opponents in Johannesburg on 4 July.
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Owen urges calm after England's goalless draw with Ghana at World Cup
Michael Owen has pushed back against the wave of negativity following England's 0-0 draw with Ghana at the 2026 World Cup, insisting the camp retains a positive outlook with four points from two games and Panama still to play.
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Steiner urges Ferrari to stay grounded after Hamilton's maiden Barcelona victory
Guenther Steiner has cautioned Ferrari against complacency following Lewis Hamilton's first win for the Scuderia at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, warning that one result does not establish a new norm in the 2026 season.
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Cunha scores third World Cup goal as Brazil crush Scotland 3-0 to top Group C
Matheus Cunha netted his third goal of the tournament as Brazil secured top spot in Group C with a commanding 3-0 victory over Scotland on Wednesday, with the Manchester United forward drawing widespread praise from the Brazilian press.
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Scotland cling to World Cup last-32 hope despite 3-0 Brazil defeat and -3 goal difference
Scotland finished third in Group C after losses to Brazil and Morocco were offset by their win over Haiti. They currently sit seventh among third-placed teams, with eight of 12 advancing — and several results across other groups could yet carry them through.
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Cunha nets third World Cup goal as Brazil down Scotland 3-0 to top Group C
Matheus Cunha scored his third goal of the tournament as Brazil beat Scotland 3-0 on Wednesday, securing top spot in Group C. Former Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay was Scotland's brightest spark but could not prevent the defeat.
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Scotland's World Cup last-32 fate rests on nine results going their way
Scotland finished third in Group C with three points and a -3 goal difference after a 3-0 defeat to Brazil, leaving Steve Clarke's side needing at least four favourable results across the remaining groups to reach the knockout rounds for the first time.
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Canada forced to play World Cup knockout game in the US after Switzerland defeat ends home run
Canada became the first host nation in World Cup history to be drawn away from home for a knockout fixture after Switzerland's 2-1 win in Vancouver on Wednesday condemned them to second place in their group, sending them to Los Angeles for the round of 32.
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Mexico sweep World Cup group stage for first time ever as Chávez and Quiñones shine
Goals from Mateo Chávez and Julián Quiñones in a six-minute second-half burst sealed a 3-0 win over the Czech Republic at Estadio Azteca on Wednesday, giving Mexico three wins from three group-stage matches for the first time in their World Cup history.
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Carabao Cup to kick off before EFL season begins in rare 2026/27 calendar shake-up
The Carabao Cup first round will be played before the EFL league season begins for the first time since the Covid pandemic, with fixtures across the Championship, League One and League Two released on Thursday. The restructuring accommodates nine Premier League clubs in European competition.
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Tamati Ellison hands debuts to six players as Maori All Blacks face Japan XV in Nagoya
Tamati Ellison has named six debutants in his first Maori All Blacks squad, with Bailyn Sullivan appointed captain for Saturday's rematch against Japan XV in Nagoya — a fixture the Kiwis won 53-20 earlier in 2025.
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