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Folarin Balogun discusses Trump-led FIFA suspension reversal controversy
Folarin Balogun broke his silence after FIFA invoked Article 27 to allow him to play despite a red card, triggering ethics complaints against Gianni Infantino.
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Pickford sends Argentina message as England eye World Cup shootout
England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford insists the squad is focused on tactical discipline as they prepare to face Argentina in a high-stakes World Cup semi-final.
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Austin Reaves signs four-year contract extension to stay with Lakers
Austin Reaves has signed a four-year, $180 million contract to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers. The agreement marks a strategic commitment to the guard as the team enters a new era featuring a reconfigured roster.
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England duo Rice and O’Reilly clear fitness tests for Argentina semi-final
Declan Rice and Nico O’Reilly are expected to feature in Thomas Tuchel’s starting lineup for the World Cup semi-final against Argentina in Atlanta.
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Dutch referee Rob Dieperink dies weeks after being dropped from World Cup
The Dutch football community is mourning the death of referee Rob Dieperink, who passed away at 38 following his removal from the 2026 World Cup official list.
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FIFA top four teams reach World Cup semifinals for first time ever
For the first time since FIFA rankings began in 1994, the top four teams have all reached the semifinals. This alignment follows a new tournament structure.
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Manchester United in advanced talks to sign Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa
Manchester United have entered advanced negotiations for Aston Villa midfielder Youri Tielemans after their pursuit of Éderson was halted by medical concerns.
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Manchester United reach full agreement to sign Youri Tielemans
Manchester United have reached a full agreement to sign Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for £35 million. The 29-year-old is expected to undergo a medical examination to finalize the move after the club activated his release clause.
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Cristo Fernández makes professional soccer debut for El Paso Locomotive
Actor Cristo Fernández, known for his role as Dani Rojas, transitioned from the screen to the pitch to make his professional soccer debut for El Paso Locomotive FC.
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Chelsea pursue Roma interest in Garnacho and Moreira transfer deal
Chelsea is actively reshaping its squad under Xabi Alonso, balancing a pursuit of Alvaro Carreras with efforts to offload Garnacho and Moreira to Roma.
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Brendon McCullum sacked as England’s Test coach, retains white-ball roles
The ECB has parted ways with Brendon McCullum as England Test coach, though he will remain in charge of the white-ball teams as the board plans for the future.
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England drops Bairstow and Moeen Ali as part of white-ball squad overhaul
The England and Wales Cricket Board has initiated a restructuring of its international operations, moving Brendon McCullum to focus solely on white-ball cricket. The changes also include dropping senior players Jonny Bairstow and Moeen Ali from the squad for the upcoming series against Australia.
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Breel Embolo red card fuels Switzerland frustration in World Cup loss
A controversial VAR ruling regarding mistaken identity resulted in a red card for Breel Embolo, impacting Switzerland’s 3-1 defeat to Argentina.
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Conor McGregor suffers knee injury in 69-second loss to Max Holloway
Conor McGregor's return to the Octagon ended in a 69-second TKO loss to Max Holloway at UFC 329, with the fighter sustaining a potential ACL tear.
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Paolo Maldini appointed as FIGC technical director
Football icon Paolo Maldini has been appointed as FIGC technical director and president of Club Italia to oversee the national team pathway.
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Argentina and Switzerland face off in World Cup quarterfinals
Defending champions Argentina face Switzerland in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals in Kansas City.
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Vinod Khosla to purchase Seattle Seahawks for record $9.6 billion
The Estate of Paul G. Allen has reached a formal agreement to sell the Seattle Seahawks to an ownership group led by Vinod Khosla for $9.612 billion. This transaction follows mandates in Paul Allen's will to liquidate sports holdings for charitable causes.
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Jude Bellingham leads England to World Cup semifinals after beating Norway
Jude Bellingham's two goals secured a 2-1 extra-time victory for England against Norway. The win sends the Three Lions to the World Cup semifinals.
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England beats Norway 2-1 behind two Bellingham goals to reach semifinals
Jude Bellingham scored twice to lead England to a 2-1 quarterfinal victory over Norway. The win secures England a place in the World Cup semifinals.
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Harry Kane calls golf round with Donald Trump a surreal experience
Harry Kane has confirmed he previously played a round of golf with Donald Trump while preparing for England’s upcoming World Cup quarterfinal against Norway.