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FIFA Men's World Cup — USA, Canada, Mexico.
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Mbappe condemns Paraguayan senator's 'brazen racism' after France's World Cup win
Kylian Mbappe has publicly denounced Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla as 'despicable and unworthy' of her position after she directed racially charged social media abuse at him following France's 1-0 Round of 16 victory over Paraguay.
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England weigh Quansah red card appeal after Trump's Balogun intervention sets World Cup precedent
England say they are 'considering all options' over Jarell Quansah's red card against Mexico, after FIFA used Article 27 of its disciplinary code to lift Folarin Balogun's ban following a call from Donald Trump to Gianni Infantino.
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Mbappé responds to Paraguayan senator after racist attack
After France's qualification at Paraguay's expense in the 2026 World Cup round of 16, Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla made openly racist remarks targeting Kylian Mbappé. The France captain responded directly, and the FFF has referred the matter to prosecutors.
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England fans race from Azteca to Miami as World Cup quarter-final fever grips
England supporters are travelling from Mexico City to Miami after a dramatic Round of 16 victory at the Azteca, with Thomas Tuchel's ten-man side setting up a World Cup quarter-final against Norway on Saturday.
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Kate Kane's stadium post captures England's 3-2 thriller over Mexico in World Cup last 16
Harry Kane's wife Kate celebrated from the stands as England edged Mexico 3-2 in the World Cup Round of 16, securing a quarter-final place in a match that kicked off at around 2am UK time.
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Ancelotti sends personalised shirt to Norway coach after Brazil's World Cup exit
Carlo Ancelotti responded to a pre-match war of words with a gracious gesture, sending Norway coach Stale Solbakken a personalised Brazil shirt after his side's 2-1 last-16 defeat. Erling Haaland's brace sent Norway into the quarter-finals for the first time.
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FIFA urged to resign Infantino after Trump call overturns Balogun red card ban
Calls for Gianni Infantino to resign are growing after FIFA suspended Folarin Balogun's automatic one-match ban, clearing the US striker to face Belgium in the World Cup last 16, following a phone call from Donald Trump to the FIFA president.
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Portugal face Spain in last-16 clash as Ronaldo bids to end sixth World Cup in style
Portugal and Spain meet in the World Cup round of 16, with Cristiano Ronaldo looking to cap his final tournament appearance after helping Roberto Martinez's side past Croatia. Spain arrive having not conceded a single goal across their four games so far.
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Stones warns England know Haaland's game ahead of World Cup quarter-final with Norway
John Stones says England have 'huge respect' for Norway and Erling Haaland as Thomas Tuchel's side prepare for their World Cup quarter-final in Miami on Saturday. The defender, who spent a decade alongside Haaland at Manchester City, believes England's gritty ten-man win over Mexico will give the squad confidence.
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USA vs Belgium World Cup last-16 ticket prices drop 27% hours before Seattle kickoff
Tickets for Monday's World Cup Round of 16 clash between the United States and Belgium in Seattle have fallen sharply, with the get-in price dropping 27% over three days to $1,508 — despite Belgium's base camp sitting just 10 miles from the stadium.
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Adidas unveils Trionda Final ball for 2026 World Cup semifinals and final
Adidas has revealed the Trionda Final, the official match ball for the 2026 FIFA World Cup's semifinal, third-place game, and final. It marks the first time in FIFA history that a completely distinct ball design — rather than a recoloured group-stage ball — has been created for the tournament's closing stages.
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Stones hails Burn, Spence and Konsa after 10-man England survive Mexico to reach quarter-finals
John Stones praised three unsung defensive substitutes after England edged Mexico 3-2 at the Azteca despite finishing with 10 men following Jarell Quansah's red card. The Manchester City defender also admitted personal frustration at his lack of playing time during the tournament.
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Norway fans row in Oslo streets as England pubs stay open until 5am after World Cup upsets
Norway's historic first-ever quarterfinal appearance — secured by beating Brazil 2-1 — sparked mass celebrations in Oslo, while England fans partied until dawn after a 3-2 comeback win over Mexico in Mexico City.
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Tuchel warns erratic refereeing could end England's World Cup campaign after Mexico scare
Thomas Tuchel launched a sharp attack on World Cup officiating standards after England beat Mexico despite having Harry Kane penalised and Jarell Quansah sent off, warning that a bad decision could eliminate any team at any moment.
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Cunha calls Brazil's World Cup exit 'the most difficult day of my life' after Norway defeat
Matheus Cunha scored three goals in four games for Brazil at the World Cup but could not prevent a round-of-16 exit to Norway at MetLife Stadium, with the Manchester United forward describing the aftermath as the lowest point of his professional career.
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Infantino fires back at Trump as Ronaldo, Henderson and Balogun dominate World Cup day
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has responded to comments from US President Donald Trump amid ongoing fallout over Folarin Balogun's eligibility for the United States. England await news on Jordan Henderson's injury after their 3-2 last-16 win over Mexico, while Cristiano Ronaldo prepares for Portugal's clash with Spain.
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Letexier to referee Argentina at 2026 World Cup: Argentine press and fans cry conspiracy
FIFA has appointed French referee François Letexier to oversee the Round of 16 match between Argentina and Egypt at the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday evening. In Argentina, supporters and media immediately denounce what they see as a plot orchestrated against the reigning world champions.
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Gordon silences Spanish critics with two assists as England stun Mexico 3-2 at the Azteca
Anthony Gordon, written off as 'virtually invisible' in England's group stage, delivered two assists and earned a penalty as Thomas Tuchel's side beat co-hosts Mexico 3-2 in the World Cup round of 16, vindicating Barcelona's £70m decision to sign him over Marcus Rashford.
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Belgium vow to contest Balogun's eligibility after FIFA rejects their appeal ahead of USA quarter-final
FIFA has dismissed Belgium's appeal against Folarin Balogun's lifted one-match ban, ruling the Belgian FA has no standing in the case. Belgium say they will still contest the striker's eligibility if he lines up for the USA on Monday.
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Infantino insists Trump call did not sway Balogun red card reprieve at World Cup 2026
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has released a statement clarifying that a phone call from Donald Trump did not influence the independent FIFA Disciplinary Committee's decision to suspend Folarin Balogun's red card, allowing the US forward to face Belgium.
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