Press conference
Manager / player media briefings.
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Deschamps names Spain as World Cup 2026 favourite, not France
On the eve of France's opening match against Senegal in New York, Didier Deschamps clearly ruled out the Blues as favourites, pointing to Spain as the great favourite for this 2026 World Cup.
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Stones names comeback from injury as one of his 'greatest achievements' ahead of England's World Cup opener
John Stones, who considered retirement after an injury-ravaged two seasons at Manchester City, says his mental resilience through repeated setbacks ranks among his proudest accomplishments as he prepares for England's World Cup opener against Croatia.
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Mahrez absent from press conference ahead of Algeria-Argentina World Cup clash
The Algerian Football Federation decided that Vladimir Petkovic would face the media alone on Monday, the day before the showdown against Argentina in Kansas City. Captain Riyad Mahrez, initially expected, will not be present in order to remain focused on the match.
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Hamilton's first Ferrari win sparks Jeremy Clarkson's Peroni jab at historic British podium
Lewis Hamilton claimed his maiden victory as a Ferrari driver at the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix, leading an all-British podium with George Russell second and Lando Norris third — the first since 1968. Jeremy Clarkson celebrated the milestone while lamenting that the winner was backed by an Italian beer.
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Deschamps spares Mbappé ahead of France-Senegal by sending Kanté to press conference
On the eve of France's opening match against Senegal at MetLife Stadium, Didier Deschamps kept Kylian Mbappé away from the press conference to spare him several hours of travel, instead sending vice-captain N'Golo Kanté.
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Fury and White tease 'massive' partnership as Joshua fight edges closer
Tyson Fury made a surprise appearance at the UFC White House event on Sunday, hinting at a major announcement with Dana White while teasing a potential August tune-up fight ahead of a long-awaited clash with Anthony Joshua later in 2026.
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De la Fuente confirms Yamal fit to feature against Cape Verde but not for 90 minutes
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has eased concerns over Lamine Yamal ahead of their World Cup 2026 Group H opener against Cape Verde, confirming the Barcelona forward is available but unlikely to play a full game.
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Van Dijk calls out FIFA's mandatory hydration breaks after Netherlands draw with Japan
Virgil van Dijk has publicly criticised FIFA's decision to enforce three-minute hydration breaks in all 104 World Cup matches, including games played in air-conditioned stadiums. The Liverpool captain scored but could not prevent the Netherlands being held to a 2-2 draw by Japan in Dallas.
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Juan Mata, Emma Hayes and Postecoglou to analyse Spain v Cape Verde at World Cup 2026
ITV has confirmed its presenting team for Spain's Group F opener against Cape Verde at Atlanta Stadium on Monday. Mark Pougatch will host from New York, with Juan Mata, Emma Hayes and Ange Postecoglou as pundits and Sam Matterface leading commentary alongside Lee Dixon.
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Keane names Ferguson on his football Mount Rushmore despite 'bad smell' jibe months ago
Roy Keane has included Sir Alex Ferguson among his four most influential figures in football, just months after publicly questioning the former Manchester United manager's continued involvement at Old Trafford.
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Garcia excludes Openda and Sels from World Cup in 'heartbreaking' decision
Belgium manager Rudi Garcia revealed he personally called Loïs Openda and Matz Sels to inform them of their exclusion from the 2026 World Cup squad, describing the choice as 'heartbreaking'. Garcia, appointed in January 2025, has made the remobilization of the squad's senior players central to his mandate.
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Croatia's Caleta-Car hails Kane as 'master of the game' ahead of World Cup opener in Dallas
Croatia defender Duje Caleta-Car has praised Harry Kane as a 'master of the game' as England and Croatia prepare to meet in their World Cup 2026 Group L opener in Dallas on Wednesday, revisiting a rivalry that dates back to the 2018 semi-finals.
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Maguire urges Man United to sign more players ahead of Champions League return
Harry Maguire has called on Manchester United to strengthen their squad this summer, warning that the club will need more depth to handle the demands of competing in the Champions League alongside the Premier League next season.
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Mbappé reveals Euro 2021 was worst atmosphere moment of his France career
In an interview with Le Parisien, Kylian Mbappé revealed that Euro 2021, marked by France's elimination to Switzerland, was the moment when the national team was "the least united" since his arrival in the squad.
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Henderson defends Bellingham as England's World Cup X factor amid media criticism
Jordan Henderson has passionately backed Jude Bellingham ahead of England's World Cup opener against Croatia, saying criticism of the Real Madrid midfielder is "hard to read" and that he gives the Three Lions a genuine X factor.
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Storm in Florida: Portugal cancels training three days before World Cup
Torrential rain and violent storms in Florida forced the Portuguese national team to cancel its training session and press conference, three days before their opening match against the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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Taremi and Uruguay blast Fifa as travel chaos overshadows World Cup 2026 opener
Iran captain Mehdi Taremi has criticised Fifa over the impact of his country's conflict with the US on World Cup preparations, while Uruguay were stranded in Cancun without flight clearance ahead of their opener against Saudi Arabia in Miami.
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Topuria hospitalised with suspected broken orbital after Gaethje stops him to claim UFC lightweight title
Ilia Topuria was rushed to hospital in Washington D.C. after suffering severe eye damage and a body-shot stoppage at the hands of Justin Gaethje at UFC White House, ending his unbeaten record and handing Gaethje the undisputed lightweight championship.
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Mbappé reveals his 'extraordinary' fame dehumanizes him, but prefers Madrid to France
In an interview with L'Équipe, Kylian Mbappé describes the weight of a fame he considers 'extraordinary', discusses paparazzi who 'dehumanize' him, and explains why life in Madrid offers him a freedom he no longer finds in France.
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Henderson backs Bellingham to deliver 'X factor' for England at World Cup 2026
Jordan Henderson has urged Thomas Tuchel to trust Jude Bellingham, calling the Real Madrid midfielder a 'big-game player' who provides England's X factor — despite his place in the starting XI for the Croatia opener remaining uncertain.
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