World Cup 2026
FIFA Men's World Cup — USA, Canada, Mexico.
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Henry and Ibrahimović slam Tuchel's defensive switch as Argentina stun England in Atlanta
Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1 in Atlanta, with Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez overturning Anthony Gordon's opener. Thierry Henry and Zlatan Ibrahimović both criticised Thomas Tuchel for retreating into a back five too early and handing Argentina control.
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Brahim Diaz breaks silence after Morocco's elimination by France
A week after Morocco's 2-0 defeat to France in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals, Brahim Diaz posted a message on social media promising a stronger return for his teammates.
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Deschamps ends his reign against England after France's elimination by Spain
Beaten 2-0 by Spain in the World Cup 2026 semi-final, France will face England in the third-place playoff in Miami on Saturday. It will be the last match of Didier Deschamps as France manager.
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Rooney accuses Tuchel of surrendering lead as England fall to Argentina in World Cup semi-final
Wayne Rooney laid the blame for England's World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina firmly at Thomas Tuchel's door, arguing the head coach's defensive substitutions cost England after Anthony Gordon's opener put them ahead in Atlanta.
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England face Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final after semi-final defeat
Argentina beat England 2-1 in the semi-finals to set up a Sunday final against Spain, with France meeting England or Argentina in Saturday's third-place play-off. The final kicks off at 8pm BST on 19 July.
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Kane reveals Tuchel's touchline instruction as Martinez sinks England in stoppage time
Harry Kane disclosed Thomas Tuchel's tactical message after England's 2-1 World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina in Atlanta, where Lautaro Martinez headed home a winner in the second minute of stoppage time to end the Three Lions' hopes.
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Bellingham appears to slap Argentina's Barco in ugly scenes after England's World Cup semi-final exit
Jude Bellingham appeared to strike Argentina substitute Valentín Barco at full-time in Atlanta after England squandered a one-goal lead, with Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez completing a comeback win for the defending champions.
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Spain and Argentina set for World Cup 2026 final as Yamal meets Messi on the biggest stage
Spain defeated France 2-0 and Argentina edged England 2-1 to set up a World Cup final at New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday, pitting Lamine Yamal against Lionel Messi for the first time on the international stage.
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Messi's two stoppage-time assists send Argentina past England into 2026 World Cup final
Lionel Messi set up Enzo Fernández's 85th-minute equaliser and Lautaro Martínez's stoppage-time winner as Argentina overturned a 1-0 deficit to beat England 2-1 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final at Atlanta Stadium on Wednesday.
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Reece James limps off as Argentina end England's World Cup hopes in semi-final
England's World Cup campaign is over after Argentina came from behind to win 2-1 in the semi-final, with Anthony Gordon's opener cancelled out by Enzo Fernandez and a late Lautaro Martinez winner. Reece James added to England's misery by going off injured in the 80th minute.
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NYC Mayor Mamdani joins Rikers Island inmates for World Cup semi-final watch party
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani visited Rikers Island correctional facility to watch the England vs Argentina World Cup semi-final alongside more than 100 inmates. The jail has held 90 such events since the tournament began, rewarding good behaviour.
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FIFA's 'Prestianni Law' draws first red cards at the World Cup as mouth-covering rule bites
Two players have already been sent off at the 2026 World Cup under FIFA's new rule mandating an immediate red card for covering the mouth during a verbal confrontation with an opponent. The directive was also tested during England's semi-final against Argentina.
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Deschamps criticizes Salvadoran referee after France's elimination; Collina and Hugo Sanchez hit back
After France's 0-2 defeat to Spain in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, Didier Deschamps questioned the level of Salvadoran referee Ivan Barton. FIFA's head of refereeing Pierluigi Collina and Mexican legend Hugo Sanchez responded sharply to his comments.
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FIFA rebukes Deschamps after his criticism of France-Spain referee
After questioning the competence of referee Ivan Barton following France's 2-0 defeat to Spain in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, Didier Deschamps received a sharp response from FIFA's head of refereeing, Pierluigi Collina.
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Rooney brands Paredes 'ridiculous' after Argentina star tries to get Kane sent off
Wayne Rooney and Joe Hart condemned Leandro Paredes after BBC footage showed the Argentina midfielder attempting to get Harry Kane dismissed for covering his mouth while speaking to the referee during England's World Cup semi-final.
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Joe Hart brands Paredes 'pathetic' for trying to get Kane sent off in World Cup semi-final
Leandro Paredes attempted to have Harry Kane dismissed for covering his mouth while speaking to the referee during Argentina's bruising World Cup semi-final against England in Atlanta — drawing sharp criticism from former England goalkeeper Joe Hart.
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Referee Elfath draws fierce criticism as England edge Argentina in World Cup semi-final
American official Ismail Elfath struggled to control a feisty England vs Argentina World Cup semi-final in Dallas, drawing widespread anger from fans who accused FIFA of a poor appointment. Anthony Gordon's 55th-minute tap-in gave England the lead.
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Rooney and Hart urge England to 'give as good as they've got' as Argentina commit 12 first-half fouls in World Cup semi-final
Argentina fouled England 12 times in the first half of their World Cup semi-final yet received only one yellow card. Pundits Wayne Rooney and Joe Hart praised the Three Lions for standing firm, while Paul Robinson condemned referee Ismail Elfath's handling of the match.
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Barry urges England to unleash Premier League power in second half against Argentina
England assistant manager Anthony Barry called for greater physicality and dominance in the second half of their World Cup semi-final against Argentina, after a cagey, goalless opening 45 minutes in Atlanta that produced just three shots.
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Beckham, Mick Jagger and Louis Tomlinson among celebrities at England v Argentina World Cup semi-final
Sir David Beckham attended the World Cup semi-final in Atlanta alongside his family, while Rolling Stones frontman Sir Mick Jagger and One Direction's Louis Tomlinson were also spotted in the crowd at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
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