Match results
Match reports, scores, post-match analysis.
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Hart tells Tuchel he 'got it wrong' to attack referees after England's 3-2 win over Mexico
Thomas Tuchel publicly condemned the officiating after England's hard-fought 3-2 victory at the Azteca, but former England goalkeeper Joe Hart says the manager misread the moment by targeting referees after such an impressive performance.
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Starmer blocked FIFA's kick-off change to protect England from Mexico altitude disadvantage
The UK Government intervened diplomatically to prevent FIFA moving England's Round of 16 clash against Mexico to an earlier time, fearing Thomas Tuchel's squad would have less time to acclimatise to altitude at the Estadio Azteca. England went on to win 3-2.
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Balogun reinstated despite red card: FIFA yields to Trump pressure
FIFA has confirmed Folarin Balogun's reinstatement for the Round of 16 match between the United States and Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, despite his red card in the group stage. Belgium's federation, which had filed an appeal, was deemed inadmissible.
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Balogun's red-card reprieve gives Belgium extra motivation, warns Carli Lloyd
FIFA's last-minute decision to overturn Folarin Balogun's red-card suspension ahead of the USA's Copa América clash with Belgium has put a target on the American forward, according to Fox Sports analyst Carli Lloyd.
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Liam Gallagher teases hoarse Harry Kane after England edge Mexico 3-2 at the Azteca
Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher ribbed England captain Harry Kane on social media after Kane lost his voice singing Wonderwall with fans following England's 3-2 World Cup thriller against Mexico at the Azteca Stadium.
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Mbappe condemns Paraguayan senator's 'brazen racism' after France's World Cup win
Kylian Mbappe has publicly denounced Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla as 'despicable and unworthy' of her position after she directed racially charged social media abuse at him following France's 1-0 Round of 16 victory over Paraguay.
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England weigh Quansah red card appeal after Trump's Balogun intervention sets World Cup precedent
England say they are 'considering all options' over Jarell Quansah's red card against Mexico, after FIFA used Article 27 of its disciplinary code to lift Folarin Balogun's ban following a call from Donald Trump to Gianni Infantino.
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England fans race from Azteca to Miami as World Cup quarter-final fever grips
England supporters are travelling from Mexico City to Miami after a dramatic Round of 16 victory at the Azteca, with Thomas Tuchel's ten-man side setting up a World Cup quarter-final against Norway on Saturday.
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Kate Kane's stadium post captures England's 3-2 thriller over Mexico in World Cup last 16
Harry Kane's wife Kate celebrated from the stands as England edged Mexico 3-2 in the World Cup Round of 16, securing a quarter-final place in a match that kicked off at around 2am UK time.
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Ancelotti sends personalised shirt to Norway coach after Brazil's World Cup exit
Carlo Ancelotti responded to a pre-match war of words with a gracious gesture, sending Norway coach Stale Solbakken a personalised Brazil shirt after his side's 2-1 last-16 defeat. Erling Haaland's brace sent Norway into the quarter-finals for the first time.
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FIFA urged to resign Infantino after Trump call overturns Balogun red card ban
Calls for Gianni Infantino to resign are growing after FIFA suspended Folarin Balogun's automatic one-match ban, clearing the US striker to face Belgium in the World Cup last 16, following a phone call from Donald Trump to the FIFA president.
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Portugal face Spain in last-16 clash as Ronaldo bids to end sixth World Cup in style
Portugal and Spain meet in the World Cup round of 16, with Cristiano Ronaldo looking to cap his final tournament appearance after helping Roberto Martinez's side past Croatia. Spain arrive having not conceded a single goal across their four games so far.
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Stones warns England know Haaland's game ahead of World Cup quarter-final with Norway
John Stones says England have 'huge respect' for Norway and Erling Haaland as Thomas Tuchel's side prepare for their World Cup quarter-final in Miami on Saturday. The defender, who spent a decade alongside Haaland at Manchester City, believes England's gritty ten-man win over Mexico will give the squad confidence.
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USA vs Belgium World Cup last-16 ticket prices drop 27% hours before Seattle kickoff
Tickets for Monday's World Cup Round of 16 clash between the United States and Belgium in Seattle have fallen sharply, with the get-in price dropping 27% over three days to $1,508 — despite Belgium's base camp sitting just 10 miles from the stadium.
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Stones hails Burn, Spence and Konsa after 10-man England survive Mexico to reach quarter-finals
John Stones praised three unsung defensive substitutes after England edged Mexico 3-2 at the Azteca despite finishing with 10 men following Jarell Quansah's red card. The Manchester City defender also admitted personal frustration at his lack of playing time during the tournament.
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Norway fans row in Oslo streets as England pubs stay open until 5am after World Cup upsets
Norway's historic first-ever quarterfinal appearance — secured by beating Brazil 2-1 — sparked mass celebrations in Oslo, while England fans partied until dawn after a 3-2 comeback win over Mexico in Mexico City.
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McGregor declares himself 'in my prime' ahead of UFC 329 return against Holloway
Conor McGregor has promised a 'masterpiece' performance when he rematches Max Holloway in the UFC 329 main event at Las Vegas' T-Mobile Arena on July 11, five years after suffering a leg break against Dustin Poirier.
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Tuchel warns erratic refereeing could end England's World Cup campaign after Mexico scare
Thomas Tuchel launched a sharp attack on World Cup officiating standards after England beat Mexico despite having Harry Kane penalised and Jarell Quansah sent off, warning that a bad decision could eliminate any team at any moment.
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Cunha calls Brazil's World Cup exit 'the most difficult day of my life' after Norway defeat
Matheus Cunha scored three goals in four games for Brazil at the World Cup but could not prevent a round-of-16 exit to Norway at MetLife Stadium, with the Manchester United forward describing the aftermath as the lowest point of his professional career.
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Infantino fires back at Trump as Ronaldo, Henderson and Balogun dominate World Cup day
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has responded to comments from US President Donald Trump amid ongoing fallout over Folarin Balogun's eligibility for the United States. England await news on Jordan Henderson's injury after their 3-2 last-16 win over Mexico, while Cristiano Ronaldo prepares for Portugal's clash with Spain.
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