Match results
Match reports, scores, post-match analysis.
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Cameraman stretchered off after Khusanov collision as Colombia edge Uzbekistan
Manchester City defender Abdukodir Khusanov crashed into a pitchside cameraman in the 34th minute of Colombia's World Cup clash with Uzbekistan on Tuesday, leaving the camera operator requiring medical attention. Colombia won 3-1, with Luis Diaz scoring the decisive second goal.
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Ronaldo's sister defends him after Portugal are held by DR Congo in World Cup opener
Cristiano Ronaldo drew sharp criticism following Portugal's 1-1 draw with DR Congo in Houston, with Thierry Henry suggesting he played for himself. His sister Katia Aveiro hit back on social media, insisting no Portugal player performed well on the night.
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Hamilton's first Ferrari win hands Leclerc a masterclass in championship thinking
Juan Pablo Montoya says Charles Leclerc has a rare opportunity to study Lewis Hamilton's title-winning instincts after the seven-time champion secured his 106th career victory at the Spanish Grand Prix, while Leclerc retired with a power-steering failure.
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Tuchel hails Kane as 'absolute leader' after England open World Cup with 4-2 win over Croatia
Thomas Tuchel praised Harry Kane's 'complete performance' and called him an 'absolute leader' after the captain's first-half brace equalled Gary Lineker's England World Cup scoring record in a 4-2 Group L victory over Croatia in Dallas.
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2026 World Cup: Complete roundup after first day of group stage
All 48 nations competing in the 2026 World Cup have played their opening group match. Germany crushes Curaçao 7-1, Portugal held to a draw by the Democratic Republic of Congo, England beats Croatia 4-2.
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Morocco reaches 6th place worldwide, best FIFA ranking in its history
Benefiting from Portugal's draw against DR Congo (1-1) in the 2026 World Cup, Morocco climbs to 6th in the world rankings, an absolute record for the national team. Algeria, crushed 3-0 by Argentina, drops out of Africa's top 5.
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Kane equals Lineker's England record with brace as Three Lions beat Croatia 4-2 in World Cup opener
Harry Kane scored twice in Dallas to match Gary Lineker's record of 10 World Cup goals for England, as Gareth Southgate's side opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 4-2 win over Croatia. Kane credited Golden Boot rivals Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland — both also on two goals from their openers — with spurring him on.
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O'Reilly stars at left-back as England open World Cup 2026 with 4-2 win over Croatia
Nico O'Reilly vindicated Thomas Tuchel's faith with a commanding display at left-back as England beat Croatia 4-2 in Dallas, with goals from Harry Kane (2), Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford.
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Dallas pub forced shut by fire marshal as England fans cause mayhem at World Cup watch party
The Londoner in Dallas was closed by a fire marshal mid-match during England's World Cup win over Croatia, a day after the venue claimed to have sold more than 5,000 beers — a figure it later disputed alongside reports of property damage.
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Tuchel delivers memorable dressing-down to players at half-time, England overturns Croatia 4-2
Trailing 2-2 at half-time, England reversed the result against Croatia 4-2 in their opening match of World Cup 2026 Group L. Behind the scenes, Thomas Tuchel launched a fierce attack on Jordan Pickford and his players during the interval.
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Tuchel rebukes Pickford during match despite England's 4-2 victory over Croatia
England made a convincing start to the World Cup with a 4-2 win over Croatia, with Harry Kane scoring twice and goals from Bellingham and Rashford. Behind the scenes, Thomas Tuchel had a visible public clash with goalkeeper Jordan Pickford over a distribution choice.
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Henry accuses Ronaldo of prioritising personal goals over Portugal in World Cup stumble
Thierry Henry has criticised Cristiano Ronaldo for obstructing teammates in pursuit of his own goals after Portugal were held 1-1 by DR Congo in their World Cup opener, with Joe Cole and Chris Sutton also questioning manager Roberto Martinez's handling of the 41-year-old.
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Harry Kane scores twice against Croatia in World Cup opener wearing Skechers SKX_2 Elite boots
Harry Kane marked England's 2026 World Cup group-stage opener against Croatia with a brace, wearing his Skechers SKX_2 Elite FG boots — the same gradient orange, pink and blue pair from his ongoing partnership with the footwear brand.
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Lorenzo admits Colombian fans' passion 'emotionally weighed' on players in nervy 3-1 World Cup win over Uzbekistan
Colombia opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan at the Azteca, but coach Nestor Lorenzo revealed the pressure of playing as favourites before a large home crowd unsettled his players after a strong first half.
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DR Congo midfielder reveals Ronaldo is no longer feared as Portugal stumble at World Cup
DR Congo's Ngal Ayel Mukau admitted his side had no specific plan to stop Cristiano Ronaldo, saying the 41-year-old 'is not the same as before', after Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw in their World Cup group opener.
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Bellingham silences critics with goal as England open World Cup campaign with 4-2 win over Croatia
Jude Bellingham scored England's third goal and said a 'chip on my shoulder' sharpened his focus as Thomas Tuchel's side beat Croatia 4-2 in their World Cup Group L opener in Dallas.
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World Cup 2026 group stage day eight: Canada, Mexico and Switzerland all in action
The second round of World Cup 2026 group stage fixtures runs across Thursday and into Friday, with co-hosts Canada and Mexico both playing alongside Switzerland, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Czechia and South Africa.
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Malo Gusto leaves training with ankle injury, but availability for Iraq match not in doubt
Malo Gusto left France training early on Wednesday after taking a knock to his left ankle from Lucas Digne during a drill. The French staff remain confident ahead of Sunday's match against Iraq.
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Thierry Henry accuses Ronaldo of hindering Portugal after draw with Congo
Portugal could only manage a 1-1 draw against Congo on Wednesday. On Fox's set, Thierry Henry targeted Cristiano Ronaldo, accusing him of disrupting his teammates by trying at all costs to score.
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Rashford upstages Gordon as Spanish media question Barcelona's £70m signing after Croatia rout
Marcus Rashford came off the bench to score England's fourth goal against Croatia, overshadowing Barcelona's new £70m signing Anthony Gordon and prompting sharp criticism from Spanish outlets questioning whether the Catalan club signed the right player.
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