Press conference
Manager / player media briefings.
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Erasmus targets Argentina Test for Feinberg-Mngomezulu's Springbok comeback
Rassie Erasmus has revealed that Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu could return to the Springbok squad in time for the August 8 Test against Argentina, giving the flyhalf one match to prove his fitness before the All Blacks arrive for the Greatest Rivalry Tour.
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Kane plays peacemaker as Bellingham fires back at Tuchel over 'lucky' England win
Harry Kane has defended Thomas Tuchel's post-match criticism of England's 2-1 extra-time win over Norway, insisting the head coach is simply trying to raise standards — but Jude Bellingham had already hit back sharply at his manager's remarks.
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Kane admits England have shown their best only in glimpses after reaching World Cup semi-final
Harry Kane acknowledged England have yet to hit top gear at the 2026 World Cup despite reaching the semi-finals, where they will face Argentina in Atlanta after a hard-fought extra-time win over Norway.
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Grella's 'ugly daughter' jibe leads chorus of criticism at England despite World Cup semi-final place
Former Leeds and Brentford forward Mike Grella delivered a scathing verdict on England's 2-1 quarter-final win over Norway, saying praising the display was like telling 'the world's ugliest daughter' she is beautiful. Troy Deeney echoed the criticism, questioning England's control and late tactical changes.
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Yakin brands Embolo's VAR red card 'completely unacceptable' after Switzerland's World Cup exit
Switzerland manager Murat Yakin furiously condemned the 'mistaken identity' VAR protocol after Breel Embolo was controversially sent off in the quarterfinal, with Argentina going on to win 3-1 in extra time.
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Tuchel reveals England's 'pretty simple' formula: Kane and Bellingham will do the rest
Thomas Tuchel has laid out England's World Cup blueprint ahead of their semi-final against Argentina, saying the combination of Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham — who have scored all but one of England's goals — is the formula he trusts to carry them through.
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Bellingham dismisses Tuchel's critique after scoring twice to send England to World Cup semis
Jude Bellingham scored both goals in England's 2-1 extra-time win over Norway at the 2026 World Cup, then pushed back on Thomas Tuchel's post-match criticism of the performance. Analysts say the public disagreement is unlikely to cause lasting tension ahead of a semifinal against Argentina.
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Dana White blasts UFC production team after Shakur Stevenson misidentified at UFC 329
Dana White publicly tore into his production team at the UFC 329 post-fight press conference after newly signed Zuffa Boxing fighter Shakur Stevenson was incorrectly captioned on the broadcast as NBA star Jalen Williams — the latest in a string of similar errors.
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Pimblett eyes McGregor's throne after 52-second win at UFC 329
Paddy Pimblett reacted with both opportunism and sympathy after Conor McGregor's leg injury ended his UFC 329 comeback in 69 seconds. Hours after declaring himself the promotion's new face, Pimblett submitted Benoit Saint Denis in 52 seconds and called out the entire lightweight division.
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Lip reader reveals Tuchel's furious half-time rant as England survive Norway scare
Thomas Tuchel berated his England players during a hydration break, demanding they 'work harder' and 'listen to staff', according to a lip reader. Despite the touchline blast, Norway took the lead before Jude Bellingham's brace sealed a 2-1 extra-time win.
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Vowles vows Williams will 'come back swinging' at Belgian GP after Silverstone struggles
Williams team principal James Vowles has promised a full internal reset following a difficult British Grand Prix, with the Grove outfit targeting a stronger showing at Spa-Francorchamps in the 10th round of the 2026 season.
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Tuipulotu hails Scotland's resilience after first Springboks away test ahead of World Cup
Scotland captain Sione Tuipulotu drew strong encouragement from his side's performance in a 42-28 Nations Championship defeat to South Africa in Pretoria, calling it vital preparation for the 2026 Rugby World Cup in Australia.
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Diallo reveals Deschamps extension could have been considered after 2026
FFF president Philippe Diallo confirmed that Didier Deschamps' record would have justified an extension beyond the 2026 World Cup, had the manager not himself announced his departure.
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Infantino Contested: Diallo Acknowledges Shortcomings but Stops Short of Breaking with FIFA Chief
Questioned about 2026 World Cup controversies — including the Balogun affair — and the 2027 FIFA election, FFF president Philippe Diallo offered measured support to Gianni Infantino while pointing out governance gaps.
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Noah Caluori scores on debut and targets England starting spot after Fiji rout
The 19-year-old Saracens winger marked his first England cap with a try and an assist as England hammered Fiji 73-8, and he has already set his sights on breaking into Steve Borthwick's starting XV.
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Ciotti asks FIFA for minute of silence before France-Spain on July 14
Eric Ciotti, deputy and mayor of Nice, has written to FIFA president Gianni Infantino requesting a minute of silence before the France-Spain World Cup semi-final on July 14, in tribute to the 86 victims of the 2016 Nice attack.
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Bellingham puts Tuchel in his place after England's World Cup semi-final qualification
Author of a decisive brace against Norway (2-1 a.e.t.), Jude Bellingham publicly contradicted his manager Thomas Tuchel, who had criticized the Three Lions' performance despite their qualification for the last four of the 2026 World Cup.
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Bellingham defends England team-mates after Tuchel brands quarter-final win 'sloppy'
Jude Bellingham has pushed back on Thomas Tuchel's criticism of England's 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway, saying his manager 'doesn't know' how hard it was to play in Miami's heat against a formidable Norwegian side.
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Pimblett submits St. Denis in 52 seconds at UFC 329 and declares his jiu-jitsu best in the world
Paddy Pimblett needed just 52 seconds to submit Benoit St. Denis in the UFC 329 co-main event, earning a $100,000 Performance of the Night bonus and prompting the Liverpool lightweight to claim he possesses the best jiu-jitsu in the UFC.
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Dana White suspects McGregor blew ACL seconds into UFC 329 loss to Holloway
UFC CEO Dana White believes Conor McGregor suffered a torn ACL in the opening moments of his rematch with Max Holloway at UFC 329 in Las Vegas, ending the fight almost immediately. McGregor, returning after five years away, insists he had no pre-existing injury.
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