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Courtois wanted to stay, Garcia took him off: the controversy overshadowing Belgium's World Cup exit

Belgium were eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after losing 2-1 to Spain in the quarter-finals on a Mikel Merino goal in the 88th minute, but the defeat is overshadowed by controversy: Thibaut Courtois claims he wanted to continue despite his injury, but manager Rudi Garcia decided to substitute him — and his replacement conceded the decisive goal.

Football Jul 11

Tuchel urges England to be brave and fearless ahead of World Cup quarter-final with Norway

Thomas Tuchel has called on his England players to show courage and attack without regret as they face Norway and Erling Haaland in a World Cup quarter-final in Miami, with several key players carrying fitness concerns.

Football Jul 11

Rice and Guehi return to training as England face storm threat before Norway quarter-final

Declan Rice, Marc Guehi and Reece James all trained with England on Friday ahead of their World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami, while meteorologists warn thunderstorms could delay the match.

Football Jul 11

Tuchel says England received no explanation for Quansah's two-match World Cup ban

Thomas Tuchel has revealed FIFA offered England no reasoning for upgrading Jarell Quansah's suspension to two matches, ruling the Bayer Leverkusen defender out of the quarter-final against Norway and a potential semi-final.

Football Jul 11

Guehi, Rice and James return to training as England prepare for Norway World Cup quarter-final

Marc Guehi, Declan Rice and Reece James all trained with England on Friday ahead of their World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami, easing fitness concerns ahead of the tie. Jordan Henderson remains the only absentee as he recovers from wrist surgery.

Football Jul 11

Kane reveals he played golf with Trump after US President called him a 'GREAT player'

Harry Kane has confirmed he played a round of golf with Donald Trump roughly 18 months ago in Palm Beach, Florida. The revelation came days after Trump publicly praised the England striker's performance in a 3-2 World Cup win over Mexico.

Football Jul 11

France-Spain semi-final: four hours of flight and 35°C await the Blues in Dallas

For the first time in their World Cup campaign, Didier Deschamps' players are leaving the east coast of the United States. A journey of more than four hours to Dallas and temperatures expected around 35°C await them before the clash against Spain on Tuesday.

Football Jul 11

Holloway fires back at McGregor after UFC 329 faceoff: 'If this guy's a missile, I'm a nuke'

Max Holloway and Conor McGregor went nose to nose at the UFC 329 ceremonial weigh-ins in Las Vegas, with Holloway delivering a fierce verbal warning ahead of their welterweight rematch — 13 years in the making — on Saturday night.

MMA Jul 11

Kane recalls 'surreal' golf round with Trump as England face Norway in World Cup quarter-final

Harry Kane has described playing golf with US President Donald Trump in Palm Beach as a 'pretty surreal experience', with the England captain speaking ahead of Saturday's World Cup 2026 quarter-final against Norway at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium.

Football Jul 11

England's plan to stop Haaland as Norway clash looms in World Cup quarterfinals

England face Norway in the World Cup quarterfinals at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, with stopping Erling Haaland — seven goals in the tournament — the defining challenge. Morgan Rogers and Nico O'Reilly outlined England's approach: deny him the ball before he reaches the box.

Football Jul 11

Kane insists he and Haaland are 'completely different players' ahead of World Cup quarter-final showdown

Harry Kane has pushed back on comparisons with Erling Haaland, arguing the two strikers occupy entirely different roles, as England prepare to face Norway in a World Cup quarter-final in Miami on Saturday.

Football Jul 11

Azpilicueta questions Yamal despite Man of the Match award in Spain's win over Belgium

Cesar Azpilicueta praised Lamine Yamal's influence but said the Barcelona winger 'has more to give' after Spain edged Belgium 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals, with Yamal failing to register a goal or assist.

Football Jul 11

Tuchel reveals FIFA gave England no explanation for Quansah's two-match ban

Thomas Tuchel confirmed England received no communication from FIFA after Jarell Quansah's red card against Mexico was upgraded to a two-match suspension, ruling the defender out of the Norway quarter-final and a potential semi-final.

Football Jul 11

Tuchel reveals Haaland apology story as England prepare for Norway quarter-final

Thomas Tuchel has recalled a past apology to Erling Haaland ahead of England's World Cup 2026 quarter-final against Norway in Miami, while insisting his defenders must give the Manchester City striker their "full focus" after his seven goals in the tournament.

Football Jul 11

Tuchel vows to 'bring football home' as England face Norway in World Cup quarter-final

Thomas Tuchel has declared England are on the right path to end their 59-year wait for a major trophy, as they prepare to face Norway — who eliminated Brazil — in a World Cup quarter-final in Miami.

Football Jul 11

Yamal backs Spain to end France's unbeaten World Cup run in Dallas semifinal

Lamine Yamal has dismissed France's perfect six-game World Cup record ahead of Tuesday's semifinal in Dallas, insisting Spain fear no one and pointing to their unbeaten head-to-head record since Euro 2024.

Football Jul 10

Solbakken insists Norway vs England is more than a Haaland-Kane duel at World Cup quarter-final

Norway manager Stale Solbakken has played down the individual rivalry between Erling Haaland and Harry Kane ahead of Saturday's World Cup quarter-final at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, stressing collective effort will decide which nation reaches the semi-finals.

Football Jul 10

Steveson eyes Gane and Aspinall but tells Hokit a move to 205 would serve him better

Olympic wrestling champion Gable Steveson, preparing for his UFC debut against Elisha Ellison at UFC 329, says he is watching the entire heavyweight division but believes rival Josh Hokit would be better served dropping to light heavyweight.

MMA Jul 10

New Portugal boss Jesus tells Ronaldo he must earn his place after World Cup exit

Jorge Jesus, appointed as Portugal head coach following Roberto Martinez's departure, has declared Cristiano Ronaldo remains wanted internationally but stopped short of guaranteeing him a call-up, saying selection will depend on form and what Ronaldo himself decides.

Football Jul 10

New Portugal boss Jorge Jesus refuses to rule out Ronaldo international return

Jorge Jesus, appointed Portugal manager after their World Cup 2026 exit, says Cristiano Ronaldo's international career is not finished — and he will call up the 39-year-old if he is fit and eligible.

Football Jul 10