Match results
Match reports, scores, post-match analysis.
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Gordon silences Spanish critics with two assists as England stun Mexico 3-2 at the Azteca
Anthony Gordon, written off as 'virtually invisible' in England's group stage, delivered two assists and earned a penalty as Thomas Tuchel's side beat co-hosts Mexico 3-2 in the World Cup round of 16, vindicating Barcelona's £70m decision to sign him over Marcus Rashford.
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Belgium vow to contest Balogun's eligibility after FIFA rejects their appeal ahead of USA quarter-final
FIFA has dismissed Belgium's appeal against Folarin Balogun's lifted one-match ban, ruling the Belgian FA has no standing in the case. Belgium say they will still contest the striker's eligibility if he lines up for the USA on Monday.
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Du Plessis accuses Usman of stalling on UFC Oklahoma City contract: 'He didn't want to sign'
Dricus du Plessis claims Kamaru Usman had to be convinced by the UFC to sign their July 18 middleweight main event, with the South African saying he wants the fight to silence doubts about his wrestling and grappling after losing his belt to Khamzat Chimaev.
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Infantino insists Trump call did not sway Balogun red card reprieve at World Cup 2026
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has released a statement clarifying that a phone call from Donald Trump did not influence the independent FIFA Disciplinary Committee's decision to suspend Folarin Balogun's red card, allowing the US forward to face Belgium.
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Rosas Jr. chokes out last-minute replacement to claim inaugural ACBJJ All-Stars title in Moscow
UFC bantamweight Raul Rosas Jr. submitted Khasan Magomedsharipov by rear-naked choke at ACBJJ 21 in Moscow on Saturday to become the inaugural ACBJJ All-Stars champion, after original opponent Zabit Magomedsharipov withdrew through injury.
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De Ridder and Dolidze move up to light heavyweight for UFC Sacramento clash
Reinier de Ridder (21-4) and Roman Dolidze (15-5) will both make the jump from middleweight to 205 pounds on August 22 at UFC Sacramento's Golden 1 Center, with both fighters entering on two-fight losing streaks.
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Topuria's coach targets December return after Gaethje stoppage loss
Ilia Topuria is recovering well from his first professional defeat, with trainer Jesus Gallo revealing the former two-division champion could return to the Octagon as early as December for a potential rematch with Justin Gaethje.
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Anik reveals Holloway told him a decade ago he planned to fight at middleweight
UFC commentator Jon Anik has disclosed that Max Holloway confided his ambition to compete at middleweight around eight or nine years ago. Holloway first steps up to welterweight against Conor McGregor at UFC 329 on July 11 in Las Vegas.
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Eblen questions van Steenis injury after PFL Austin withdrawal forces interim title bout
Johnny Eblen has publicly doubted the severity of Costello van Steenis's injury after the PFL middleweight champion withdrew from their July 18 rematch in Austin. Eblen will now face Impa Kasanganay for the interim title at Moody Center.
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Springbok Women vow to fix second-half collapse before Pretoria rematch with USA Eagles
South Africa assistant coach Laurian Johannes-Haupt says the Springbok Women will focus on correcting a second-half drop-off after their 34-21 win over the USA Eagles at Ellis Park, ahead of the second Test at Loftus Versfeld on 12 July.
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Belgium accuses FIFA of procedural failures as Balogun suspension lifted for USA clash
The Royal Belgian Football Association has formally challenged Folarin Balogun's eligibility for Monday's round-of-16 tie, claiming FIFA provided no explanation for overturning the USA striker's one-game ban and deliberately blocked a legitimate appeal.
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Trump confirms he called Infantino to overturn Balogun's red card before Belgium Round of 16
Donald Trump has acknowledged contacting Gianni Infantino to request a review of Folarin Balogun's red card. FIFA lifted the suspension of the American striker, who will now face Belgium in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16.
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Dana White backs Pereira's foul claims but defends Herb Dean after Gane stoppage
UFC CEO Dana White has acknowledged Alex Pereira was hit with illegal shots to the back of the head in his second-round loss to Ciryl Gane at UFC White House, while stopping short of condemning referee Herb Dean for failing to intervene.
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Balogun Reinstated by FIFA: Thierry Henry Approves, Belgium Appeals
FIFA has suspended Folarin Balogun's red card, allowing him to play against Belgium in the 2026 World Cup round of 16. Thierry Henry backs the decision on merit, though he criticizes the late timing.
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Gordon silences Spanish critics with starring role as England stun Mexico 3-2 at Azteca
Anthony Gordon, written off as 'virtually invisible' in England's group stage, delivered two assists and won a penalty as the Three Lions beat co-hosts Mexico 3-2 in the World Cup round of 16, prompting a swift U-turn from Spanish media who had lambasted the Barcelona winger.
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Trump confirms Infantino call over Balogun ban and labels referee 'suspect'
U.S. President Donald Trump has confirmed he called FIFA president Gianni Infantino to request a review of Folarin Balogun's red card during the USMNT's World Cup win over Bosnia & Herzegovina, while insisting he did not influence the decision to suspend the ban.
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Haaland heads Norway past Brazil to settle feud with Gabriel at World Cup 2026
Erling Haaland powered a header past Alisson before adding a second to steer Norway past Brazil at the 2026 World Cup in New Jersey, delivering a decisive blow in his long-running rivalry with Arsenal defender Gabriel.
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Adams urges Wales to move on from 125-point autumn horror ahead of Argentina and Springboks tests
Josh Adams has called on Wales to build on three successive victories rather than dwell on last autumn's heavy defeats to Argentina and South Africa, as the squad prepares to face both sides in the Nations Championship.
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Anthony Taylor confirmed as referee for Portugal v Spain World Cup last-16 clash
Premier League official Anthony Taylor will take charge of Portugal's round-of-16 meeting with Spain at Arlington's AT&T Stadium on Monday. The 47-year-old has previously refereed five matches involving Spain and four featuring Portugal.
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Hamilton admits he wouldn't have pitted had he known Russell would steal second at Silverstone
Lewis Hamilton has conceded that he would not have stopped for fresh tyres under the late safety car at the British Grand Prix had Ferrari warned him he would lose second place to George Russell as a result.
Formula 1
