World Cup 2026
FIFA Men's World Cup — USA, Canada, Mexico.
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Klopp agrees with DFB to succeed Nagelsmann as Germany head coach
Two years after leaving Liverpool, Jürgen Klopp is set to become Germany's national team manager. The DFB announced that an agreement has been reached on the essential points of the contract, subject to Red Bull's approval.
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Courtois requests year-long Belgium sabbatical after tearful World Cup exit against Spain
Thibaut Courtois has asked Belgium for a one-year break from international football following their 2-1 quarter-final defeat to Spain at World Cup 2026, in which he was substituted with a thigh injury and replacement Senne Lammens conceded the decisive late goal.
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Jayden Adams, South African midfielder at 2026 World Cup, dies at 25
Jayden Adams, midfielder for Bafana Bafana and Mamelodi Sundowns, has died suddenly just days after South Africa's elimination in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. He was 25 years old.
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Deschamps Severely Reprimands Player for Repeated Lateness Before Spain Semifinal
Two days before facing Spain in the 2026 World Cup semifinal, Didier Deschamps firmly disciplined a player guilty of a second late arrival to the team bus, according to L'Équipe. The Blues, unbeaten in six matches, are targeting a third consecutive final.
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BBC and ITV confirm full presenter, pundit and commentator line-ups for World Cup 2026
BBC Sport and ITV Sport have revealed their complete broadcast teams for the 2026 World Cup across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Notable names include Alan Shearer and Danny Murphy for the BBC, while Gary Lineker made a surprise appearance as an ITV analyst on 20 June.
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Bellingham, Rice and Guehi among England players one booking from semi-final ban
Four England players are walking a disciplinary tightrope ahead of their World Cup quarter-final against Norway, after picking up yellow cards in the knockout rounds. Jude Bellingham, Declan Rice, Marc Guehi and Nico O'Reilly must all avoid a booking to remain eligible for the semi-finals.
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Thunderstorm warnings and 43°C heat index threaten to delay England vs Norway World Cup quarter-final
England face Norway in a World Cup quarter-final in Miami on Friday, but the match could be disrupted by severe thunderstorms and a heat index approaching 43°C. Safety rules mandate an automatic 30-minute delay for any lightning within an eight-mile radius.
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Scaloni dismisses favoritism accusations ahead of Switzerland quarterfinal
After Egyptian coach Hossam Hassan claimed the Round of 16 match against Argentina (3-2) was "rigged", Lionel Scaloni calmly responded at a press conference, denying any favoritism toward Argentina.
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Messi and Mbappe share Golden Boot lead on eight goals with Haaland closing in
Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe are level at the top of the World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings with eight goals each. Erling Haaland trails by one, while tiebreaker rules currently favour Mbappe thanks to his three assists against Messi's one.
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South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams dies aged 25 days after World Cup
Jayden Adams, who represented South Africa in all three of their 2026 World Cup group stage matches, has died aged 25. The Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder passed away on Saturday, prompting tributes from across the football world.
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Ibrahimovic slams Rudi Garcia after Belgium's cruel elimination by Spain
Eliminated 2-1 by Spain in the dying seconds of the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals, the Red Devils face scathing criticism from Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who holds manager Rudi Garcia directly responsible for the defeat.
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England reach World Cup quarter-finals as Tuchel's side prepare to face Norway
England have advanced to the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup and will face Erling Haaland's Norway in the knockout stage, with Thomas Tuchel's side continuing their run in the United States.
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France vs Spain in 2026 World Cup semi-final: Spanish press warns Mbappé
After their respective victories against Morocco (2-0) and Belgium (2-1), France and Spain will meet in the semi-final of the 2026 World Cup on July 14 in Dallas. A rematch of the Euro 2024 semi-final that is already inflaming Spanish media.
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FIFA confirms kick-off time for Norway vs England quarter-final despite storm threat in Miami
The FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final between Norway and England will proceed as scheduled on Saturday at 23:00 CET at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, according to FIFA, despite concerns over potential thunderstorms in the region.
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Mbappe and Messi share Golden Boot lead on eight goals each at World Cup 2026
Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi are level on eight goals apiece heading into the World Cup quarter-finals, with Erling Haaland seven goals and Harry Kane on six among those in pursuit.
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England pubs granted extended hours for World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami
The UK government has confirmed extended licensing hours for pubs in England and Wales ahead of England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway on Saturday. Venues can stay open until 30 minutes after the final whistle, with kick-off set for 10pm BST from Miami's Hard Rock Stadium.
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Hacked email reignites controversy over Letexier after Argentina-Egypt match
An email sent from an account linked to the Argentine Football Federation accused referee François Letexier of "corrupt decisions" during the 2026 World Cup round-of-16 between Argentina and Egypt. The AFA denies any involvement and points to a cyberattack of Egyptian origin.
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France face Spain in 2026 World Cup semi-final: La Roja favoured by observers
France will face Spain on 14 July in the semi-final of the 2026 World Cup. Reigning European champions and dominant in recent head-to-head records (7 wins in 10), La Roja are considered favourites by several observers.
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England pubs granted extended hours as Norway quarter-final faces storm delay
Pubs and bars in England and Wales will be permitted to stay open for 30 minutes after the final whistle if tonight's World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami is delayed by thunderstorms, the government has confirmed.
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Belgian media savage Man Utd keeper Lammens after costly World Cup quarter-final howler
Senne Lammens fumbled a late Pau Cubarsi effort to gift Mikel Merino the winner as Belgium fell 2-1 to Spain in the World Cup quarter-finals in Los Angeles, with Belgian newspaper Le Soir declaring the Manchester United goalkeeper 'cost us the match'.
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