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target=_blank>‘Lost his Tuch?’ — England boss hammered by media after World Cup exit
British tabloid The Sun encapsulated the mood of recrimination among frustrated England fans as their headlines blared: ‘Lost his Tuch?’ and ‘Thomas tanked it’.
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target=_blank>Why FIFA may sanction Argentina after World Cup win over England
Argentina could face disciplinary action from FIFA after several of its players celebrated their World Cup semi-final victory over England by displaying a banner supporting the country’s claim to the Falkland Islands.
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target=_blank>Messi hails ‘special’ World Cup win over England
Messi said victory in the semi-final was “quite a special one, especially playing against England with all the historical context”.
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target=_blank>Trossard completes move to Besiktas for reported £15.3m
The 31-year-old Belgium winger, who featured at the 2026 World Cup, joined the Gunners from Brighton in January 2023.
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target=_blank>Kane ‘gutted’ after England crash out of World Cup
Harry Kane said he was “gutted” for England and their fans after his team were beaten 2-1 by defending champions Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday.
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target=_blank>Spain to face Argentina in 2026 World Cup Final
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will conclude with a blockbuster final as Spain take on defending champions Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday.
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target=_blank>England vs France: Date, time for 2026 World Cup third-place playoff
England and France will meet in the 2026 FIFA World Cup third-place playoff after both sides fell short in the semi-finals.
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target=_blank>Full List: Countries that have won back-to-back World Cups
Winning the FIFA World Cup is the ultimate achievement in football. Defending that title, however, has proven even more difficult.
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target=_blank>Argentina beat England 2-1 to reach World Cup final
Reigning champions Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1 on Wednesday and reached their second World Cup final in a row, where they will face Spain.
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target=_blank>Argentine VP calls English ‘pirates’ ahead of World Cup semi-final
Argentina’s Vice President Victoria Villarruel called the English “usurping pirates” ahead of Wednesday’s World Cup semi-final between the two countries’ teams.
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target=_blank>NNL: Bayelsa United appoint Maikaba as new head coach
Bayelsa United have appointed Abdu Maikaba as their new head coach, DAILY POST reports. The veteran tactician will combine the role with his duties as head coach of the Flying Eagles. The Prosperity Boys were relegated from the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, last season. Maikaba has been tasked with the responsibility of ensuring the
NNL: Bayelsa United appoint Maikaba as new head coach
target=_blank>World Cup 2026: ‘Heartbreak’ – Beckham reacts to Argentina’s 2-1 win over England
England legend, David Beckham, has reacted to the Three Lions’ World Cup semi-final 2-1 defeat to Argentina on Wednesday. Beckham, who was present at the Atlanta Stadium during the encounter, admitted ‘heartbreak’ after Argentina defeated England to qualify for the 2026 World Cup final. Two goals from Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez gave Argentina the victory
World Cup 2026: ‘Heartbreak’ – Beckham reacts to Argentina’s 2-1 win over England
target=_blank>World Cup final: What I expect from Spain vs Argentina – Lionel Messi
Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, has revealed his expectations when his side faces Spain in the 2026 World Cup final on Sunday. Messi led Argentina as they defeated England 2-0 in the semi-final on Wednesday to book a place in the final of the competition. Speaking at his post-match interview after the game, the Inter Miami forward said he
World Cup final: What I expect from Spain vs Argentina – Lionel Messi
target=_blank>Transfer: Oladipo signs new three-year contract with AS Roma
Shukurat Oladipo has penned a new contract with Italian champions AS Roma until June 2027, DAILY POST reports. The Nigeria international joined Rome-bases club from Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL, outfit, FC Robo Queens in February 2025. Oladipo has established herself as one of the key players in AS Roma’s team. The 21-year-old played a
Transfer: Oladipo signs new three-year contract with AS Roma
target=_blank>World Cup 2026: Thomas Tuchel under fire after England’s 2-1 defeat to Argentina
England manager, Thomas Tuchel, has come under fire after his side’s 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday. Tuchel watched as Argentina came from a goal down to beat the Three Lions. Reacting, former Chelsea star, Chris Sutton, criticized Tuchel after the defeat. According to him, the former Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain
World Cup 2026: Thomas Tuchel under fire after England’s 2-1 defeat to Argentina
target=_blank>World Cup 2026: Messi overtakes Yamal, others for most successful dribbles Full List
Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, on Wednesday, overtook Spain winger, Lamine Yamal, and among others, to become the player with the most successful dribbles in the World Cup. Messi led Argentina to a 2-1 comeback win over England in the World Cup semi-finals, thanks to goals from Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez. In this match, Messi completed nine
World Cup 2026: Messi overtakes Yamal, others for most successful dribbles Full List
target=_blank>World Cup: Martinez, Romero slam ‘stupid’ Gary Neville after England lose to Argentina
Argentina stars, Cristian Romero and Lisandro Martinez, have fired back at Manchester United legend Gary Neville after Lionel Scaloni’s side defeated England 2-1 in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday. Neville had recently labelled Martinez and Romero as ‘the best worst centre-halves in the world’. The former England defender stated this after Argentina’s 3-2 win over
World Cup: Martinez, Romero slam ‘stupid’ Gary Neville after England lose to Argentina
target=_blank>Transfer: Real reasons Nwabali returned to Chippa United
Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, stepped away from football for a while to deal with grief and mental health, ESPN reports. Nwabali terminated his contract with Chippa United in February this year. Five months, later he rejoined the South African Premiership club, ending speculation over his future. His agent, Mohammed Lawal, has now explained why
Transfer: Real reasons Nwabali returned to Chippa United
target=_blank>World Cup: Messi speaks on FIFA showing favouritism to Argentina
Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, has dismissed suggestions of FIFA showing favouritism towards his team after their 2026 World Cup semi-final 2-1 win over England on Wednesday. Messi led Argentina to beat England by providing two assists to Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez. Before the encounter, Messi and Argentina had both been accused of receiving favourable decisions
World Cup: Messi speaks on FIFA showing favouritism to Argentina
target=_blank>2026 World Cup: Messi names best two teams in the world
Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, has claimed they are currently one of the two best teams in the world. Messi was speaking after leading his country into the final of the 2026 World Cup. The 39-year-old provided the two assists, as Albiceleste came from behind to beat England 2-1 in the semi-final on Wednesday night. This means that
2026 World Cup: Messi names best two teams in the world
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