Press conference
Manager / player media briefings.
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Ancelotti invokes Ferguson to silence Brazil critics ahead of Norway last-16 clash
Carlo Ancelotti has pushed back against criticism of Brazil's style after their unconvincing 2-1 comeback win over Japan, arguing only Sir Alex Ferguson — with more than 2,000 matches managed — is better placed to question his football knowledge. Brazil face Norway in the World Cup last 16 in New York.
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England left in the dark as FIFA discussed Mexico kick-off change without telling the FA
The Football Association spent around six hours unaware that FIFA was considering moving England's last-16 World Cup tie against Mexico to an earlier kick-off, only learning of the discussions through the media.
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Dugarry names Olise as the key to stopping France
With five assists since the start of the 2026 World Cup, Michael Olise has become the cornerstone of the France team according to Christophe Dugarry, who advises upcoming opponents to neutralize the Bayern winger as a priority.
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Clarke relishes first Clarke-Penaud duel as Six Nations snub fuels French winger
Caleb Clarke admits he expects a fired-up Damian Penaud when New Zealand host France in Christchurch on Saturday, with the All Blacks winger acknowledging his opposite number's motivation after being dropped for the Six Nations despite being France's all-time leading try-scorer.
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Mexico boss Aguirre blindsided by Fifa's World Cup kick-off change ahead of England clash
Javier Aguirre says Fifa never consulted him before moving Mexico's round-of-16 fixture against England to an earlier kick-off at the Estadio Azteca, calling the potential change 'a kick in the stomach' that disrupts his team's entire preparation schedule.
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Neville accuses FIFA of sporting integrity breach over last-minute England-Mexico schedule change
Gary Neville has condemned FIFA for a proposed six-hour shift to England's World Cup last-16 clash with Mexico in Mexico City, warning the late change hands Thomas Tuchel's side a clear sporting disadvantage with preparations already locked in for a 6pm local kick-off.
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Mexico coach Aguirre blasts FIFA over last-minute England kick-off change at World Cup
Javier Aguirre has publicly condemned FIFA after Mexico's last-16 clash with England at the Azteca Stadium was moved six hours earlier due to electrical thunderstorms, with the governing body yet to make an official announcement.
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Rashford calls kickoff change 'not ideal' as England left in dark over FIFA's World Cup decision
Marcus Rashford and Morgan Rogers have responded after FIFA moved England's Round of 16 clash with Mexico from 1am GMT to 7pm, citing flooding and thunderstorm risks at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City. The FA was not consulted before the decision was made.
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Jon Jones backs McGregor's UFC 329 return: 'He's a fighter in his heart'
Jon Jones has voiced his admiration for Conor McGregor ahead of the Irishman's first UFC bout since 2021, praising his decision to return rather than retire in comfort. McGregor faces Max Holloway in the welterweight main event of UFC 329 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
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Deschamps surprises by sending Doué to press conference before France-Paraguay
Less than 24 hours before the World Cup round of 16 clash against Paraguay, Didier Deschamps selected Désiré Doué to represent France at the press conference — an unusual choice for a substitute player.
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Hamilton snatches British GP sprint pole after Ferrari warned him of six-tenth deficit
Lewis Hamilton had been told by Ferrari engineers that he would lose six tenths to rivals on Silverstone's straights, yet the seven-time world champion defied those expectations to claim sprint race pole by just 0.011 seconds over Kimi Antonelli.
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Ancelotti confirms Neymar unhappy with substitute role at World Cup
Underused since the start of the 2026 World Cup, Neymar is frustrated on the Brazil bench. Carlo Ancelotti has publicly acknowledged his striker's discontent while praising his professional attitude in training.
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Pimblett rules out Topuria fight in 2025 after Gaethje's White House damage
Paddy Pimblett says he does not expect to face Ilia Topuria next, even with a win over Benoit Saint Denis at UFC 329 on July 11, arguing Topuria's injuries from his title loss to Justin Gaethje will keep him sidelined until 2026.
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Kolisi warns Springboks they cannot afford complacency against resurgent England at Ellis Park
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi has cautioned his side against underestimating England, pointing to their near-miss in the 2023 World Cup semi-final as proof that Steve Borthwick's team remain a dangerous opponent despite a troubled Six Nations campaign.
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Kane calls DR Congo winner one of his favourite England goals after World Cup rescue act
Harry Kane scored twice to drag England into the World Cup round of 16 against DR Congo, and the captain has opened up on why his decisive second strike ranks among his best international goals and why he gathered the squad for an on-pitch huddle at full-time.
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Chessum backs returning Martin to haunt Springboks again in Johannesburg opener
Ollie Chessum has backed George Martin's return from a nerve injury to unsettle South Africa at Ellis Park on Saturday, warning the back-to-back world champions will need to prepare for the lock who floored Pieter-Steph du Toit at the 2023 World Cup semi-final.
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Dewi Lake concedes Wales pay dispute timing was 'a shame' ahead of Fiji Nations Championship opener
Wales captain Dewi Lake has acknowledged the embarrassment of a WRU pay dispute spilling into Test week, though the matter was resolved on Wednesday, clearing the way for Saturday's Nations Championship clash with Fiji at Cardiff City Stadium.
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Sheehan steps up as Ireland captain for Nations Championship tour after Doris injury
Dan Sheehan will skipper Ireland across their three-match Nations Championship tour of Australia, Japan, and New Zealand after Caelan Doris was ruled out with a foot injury. The 27-year-old hooker says the call came mid-celebration after Leinster's URC final win and left him unfazed.
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Vasseur fires back at Wolff's 'cheating' claim over Ferrari's aggressive F1 upgrade push
Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur has sharply rejected Toto Wolff's insinuation that the Scuderia may be breaching the cost cap with its heavy upgrade programme, calling the suggestion ironic and insisting Ferrari has brought no more parts than Red Bull or any other rival.
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Verstappen slams Silverstone Lego parade: 'Drivers should not look like kids or clowns'
Max Verstappen has criticised the return of Formula 1's Lego drivers' parade at the British Grand Prix, saying he prefers the traditional truck lap and that the minicar format does not fit the image of an F1 driver.
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