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Manager / player media briefings.

CoreCtrl, hidden Lucozade pouches and ice slushies: inside England's World Cup hydration strategy

Thomas Tuchel has his England players drinking a thermoregulation beverage called CoreCtrl and a custom high-sodium Lucozade electrolyte mix during mandatory hydration breaks, with Lucozade branding concealed by stickers as the brand is not an official FIFA sponsor.

Football Jul 14
Zaïre-Emery at press conference after just ten minutes of play: a communication error criticized

On the eve of France vs Argentina in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, France's communications team presented Warren Zaïre-Emery alongside Didier Deschamps. A choice that drew criticism: the Paris Saint-Germain midfielder has played only around twenty minutes since the start of the tournament.

Football Jul 14
Deeney says O'Reilly is 'getting away with murder' ahead of England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina

Troy Deeney has questioned why Nico O'Reilly is escaping scrutiny despite defensive struggles, as England prepare to face Argentina and Lionel Messi in a World Cup semi-final.

Football Jul 14
Kane defends Bellingham and Tuchel rift as media 'creating division' before Argentina semi-final

Harry Kane has pushed back against suggestions of a rift in the England camp after Thomas Tuchel called his side 'lucky' to beat Norway and Jude Bellingham responded sharply to the manager's comments. Kane insists the squad's togetherness remains intact ahead of their World Cup semi-final with Argentina.

Football Jul 14
Deschamps explains why Doué and Barcola rotate on France's left wing

Ahead of France-Spain, Didier Deschamps justified the alternation between Désiré Doué and Bradley Barcola on the left, emphasizing that his choices depend on the opponent's defensive profile rather than a fixed tactical system.

Football Jul 14
Deschamps acknowledges Spain as favorites ahead of World Cup semifinal

Hours before the France-Spain World Cup semifinal clash on July 14, Didier Deschamps publicly confirmed Spain's favorite status, while anticipating a spectacular match between two teams with strong offensive potential.

Football Jul 14
Keane backs Argentina to end England's World Cup dream as Neville stays bullish

Roy Keane believes Argentina will prove too strong for England in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, dismissing Gary Neville's optimism and warning that France could also end the Three Lions' run.

Football Jul 14
Shearer warns England referee could be decisive factor against Argentina in World Cup semi-final

Alan Shearer has expressed concern that refereeing decisions or VAR could prove costly for England in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Argentina in Atlanta, with FIFA confirming American official Ismail Elfath will take charge.

Football Jul 14
Argentinian media pinpoint England's defensive frailties ahead of World Cup semi-final with Argentina

ESPN Argentina has identified four key weaknesses in Thomas Tuchel's England side — including slow starts, high-press vulnerability and over-reliance on Bellingham and Kane — ahead of Wednesday's World Cup semi-final, with reports also emerging that Bellingham is carrying a shoulder injury.

Football Jul 14
Wallabies target second-half collapse as Schmidt era ends against Italy in Perth

Australia have pinpointed the opening five minutes of the second half as a critical area for improvement ahead of Saturday's Nations Championship clash with Italy in Perth, after surrendering leads against both Ireland and France in recent weeks.

Rugby Jul 14
De Paul defends Argentina's Falklands chants ahead of politically charged England semi-final

Rodrigo De Paul says Argentina's Falklands chants honour the nation's war dead but insists the semi-final against England in Atlanta on Wednesday must be decided on the pitch. FIFA did not punish the Argentine federation despite the songs appearing to breach political expression rules.

Football Jul 14
Kane breaks Rooney's caps record as England face Argentina in World Cup semi-final

Harry Kane will earn his 121st England cap — surpassing Wayne Rooney's outfield record — when the Three Lions face reigning world champions Argentina in the World Cup semi-final, a game Kane says he has dreamed of since childhood.

Football Jul 14
Kane dismisses England rift talk as Bellingham-Tuchel row fades before Argentina semi-final

Harry Kane has insisted there is 'complete togetherness' in the England camp after Jude Bellingham appeared to question Thomas Tuchel's post-match criticism following their 2-1 extra-time win over Norway in Miami.

Football Jul 14
Usman Nurmagomedov mimicking Ian Garry to sharpen Makhachev ahead of UFC 330

AKA head coach Javier Mendez has revealed that unbeaten PFL lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov is serving as Islam Makhachev's primary sparring partner for UFC 330, replicating Ian Garry's distance management and long-range striking style.

MMA Jul 14
Tchouameni or Koné: Deschamps faces a real dilemma before France-Spain

Hours before the World Cup semi-final against Spain, Didier Deschamps is still uncertain about his midfield: Aurélien Tchouameni, doubtful after ten days without playing, could give way to Manu Koné, who has impressed since entering the competition.

Football Jul 14
Costa rejects UFC's short-notice Abu Dhabi call-up and blasts promotion's negotiating tactics

Paulo Costa has turned down a last-minute offer to replace Khalil Rountree against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC Abu Dhabi on July 25, citing a 13-day turnaround, a 16-hour flight, a five-round fight, and no extra pay or title implications.

MMA Jul 14
Makhachev would accept Holloway fight, says AKA coach Mendez after UFC 329

American Kickboxing Academy coach Javier Mendez says UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev would not turn down a fight with Max Holloway, who beat Conor McGregor at UFC 329 on July 11.

MMA Jul 14
Yamal vows Spain fear no one ahead of World Cup semifinal against France

Lamine Yamal, who turned 19 on Monday, faced the media ahead of Spain's World Cup semifinal against France at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday, insisting the European champions fear nobody after eliminating Les Bleus in each of the last two major tournaments.

Football Jul 14
Pickford backs Bellingham and Kane to hurt Argentina despite Messi GOAT nod

Jordan Pickford has warned Argentina that England's attacking depth — led by Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane — makes them a genuine threat in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final in Atlanta, even as he acknowledged Lionel Messi's greatness.

Football Jul 14
Blair confirms Barrett still in contention as Love cements All Blacks No. 10 role

Ruben Love has started New Zealand's first two Tests of 2026 after a standout Super Rugby Pacific season with the Hurricanes, but assistant coach Mike Blair insists Beauden Barrett remains firmly in the All Blacks' plans despite consecutive omissions.

Rugby Jul 14

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