Match results
Match reports, scores, post-match analysis.
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Messi breaks World Cup scoring record at 39 and refuses to rule out 2030
Lionel Messi surpassed Miroslav Klose to become the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history after netting a brace in Argentina's 2-0 win over Austria at the 2026 tournament, taking his tally to 18 goals across six editions. The 39-year-old declined to close the door on appearing at the 2030 centenary edition.
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Cris Cyborg names Ketlen Vieira as opponent for retirement fight at PFL Tampa
Cris Cyborg will make her final MMA appearance against former UFC contender Ketlen Vieira in the main event of PFL Tampa on Aug. 22 at the Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Florida, with her PFL featherweight title on the line.
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Cris Cyborg to defend PFL featherweight title in farewell fight against Ketlen Vieira on Aug. 22
Cris Cyborg will make her final MMA appearance on Aug. 22 at PFL Tampa, defending her featherweight title against Ketlen Vieira at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Florida. The 40-year-old Brazilian has won nine straight bouts since leaving the UFC in 2019.
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Pulisic 'feeling good' and targeting return for USA's Group D finale against Türkiye
Christian Pulisic has rejoined the United States squad and is hopeful of featuring against Türkiye on Thursday after missing the 2-0 win over Australia with a left calf injury sustained before the tournament opener.
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Pimblett questions Topuria's mental toughness after Gaethje stoppage: 'He'll never be the same'
Paddy Pimblett believes Ilia Topuria's career has been permanently altered by his first professional loss to Justin Gaethje at UFC White House, arguing Topuria lacks the resilience to recover from adversity he has never previously faced.
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Tuchel defends Spence screaming incident and rules out FIFA action over Partey snub
Thomas Tuchel has played down his very public dressing-down of Djed Spence during England's 0-0 draw with Ghana, saying he had to shout to be heard. Spence is also unlikely to face FIFA punishment for refusing to shake Thomas Partey's hand before kick-off.
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Cesar Ramos to referee Scotland vs Brazil at the 2026 World Cup — and his history with both sides is complicated
Mexican official Cesar Ramos will take charge of Scotland's Group C decider against Brazil at Miami Stadium. Ramos has previously drawn complaints from both Brazil and Morocco at past World Cups over disputed decisions.
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Ancelotti confirms fit Neymar ready to face Scotland in Brazil's World Cup group finale
Neymar is set to end a near month-long absence from the 2026 FIFA World Cup when Brazil face Scotland on Wednesday at Miami Stadium, with head coach Carlo Ancelotti confirming the forward is fit and available to play.
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Danny Makkelie named referee for Morocco vs Haiti in World Cup 2026 Group C decider
Dutch official Danny Makkelie will take charge of Morocco's crucial World Cup Group C clash against already-eliminated Haiti at Atlanta Stadium, with the Atlas Lions needing a result to secure their place in the knockout round.
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Bettors pile on USMNT for 'meaningless' Türkiye clash despite rotation fears
With the USA already through as Group D winners and Türkiye eliminated, Thursday's World Cup dead-rubber has still drawn record betting volumes — 87% of wagers and 95% of money at Caesars on the hosts, even as Pochettino weighs heavy rotation.
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England fans set for 'Super Saturday' as Panama clash drives pub surge across UK
Pub bosses are anticipating a record weekend as England face Panama at the 2026 World Cup, with industry experts forecasting up to 55 million extra pints served if the Three Lions reach the final — worth an estimated £275 million across the tournament.
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Scotland face Brazil with World Cup knockout fate potentially unresolved until Sunday dawn
Scotland take on Brazil on Wednesday at 11pm BST needing at least a third-place finish to reach the World Cup knockout stage for the first time. Even then, their fate may not be confirmed until the final group matches conclude on June 27.
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Kane eyes Panama hat-trick repeat after England stumble against Ghana in World Cup opener
Harry Kane has called for England to bounce back against Panama on Saturday after a goalless draw with Ghana cost them the chance to seal top spot in Group L early. Kane, who scored a hat-trick in a 6-1 win over Panama at Russia 2018, is hoping to replicate that treble.
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Paraguay file official FIFA protest after Bellingham escapes red card for covering mouth
The Paraguayan Football Association has lodged a formal complaint with FIFA, arguing the new mouth-covering rule was not applied consistently after Jude Bellingham avoided a red card during England's draw with Ghana at the 2026 World Cup.
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Tuchel urges England fans to stay calm after Ghana stalemate leaves Group L wide open
Thomas Tuchel defended England's goalless draw with Ghana in Boston, insisting the African side posed a tougher test than most second-round opponents at the World Cup. England now need a strong result against Panama in New Jersey to secure top spot in Group L.
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Kane shrugs off late miss and warns England knew second-game curse was coming
Harry Kane says he flagged England's recurring second-game struggles before their 0-0 draw with Ghana in Boston, and insists he is not dwelling on a gilt-edged late chance he blazed over from seven yards.
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Three-time World Cup veteran Kate Zackary to leave Trailfinders after PWR Final
USA Women's Eagles back-row Kate Zackary will depart Trailfinders Women after Sunday's Premiership Women's Rugby Final at the Twickenham Stoop, ending a three-season spell with the West London club.
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Oliveira survives body-kick scare to snatch $100,000 bonus in featherweight debut
Vinicius Oliveira rallied from an early beating at UFC Fight Night 279 to stop Andre Fili in the second round, earning a $100,000 Fight of the Night bonus in his first appearance at featherweight.
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Valenzuela to referee Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar in World Cup group decider
Venezuelan official Jesus Valenzuela will take charge of Bosnia and Herzegovina's clash with Qatar in Seattle, a winner-takes-all contest that could send either side into the World Cup knockout stages.
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Volkanovski backs Pereira's call for accountability over illegal shots in Gane defeat
Alexander Volkanovski has publicly supported Alex Pereira's campaign against illegal back-of-the-head strikes, criticising referee Herb Dean for failing to warn Ciryl Gane during their interim heavyweight title fight at UFC White House.
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