2026 FIFA WORLD CUP

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Switzerland coach Murat Yakin slams "unacceptable" red card after World Cup elimination

Murat Yakin was disappointed with Breel Embolo's sending off as a 10-man Switzerland saw their World Cup dream come to an end with a 2-1 extra-time defeat to Argentina.

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Lionel Messi relishing first match against 'powerhouse' England

Lionel Messi says facing England for the first time will make Argentina's World Cup semi-final even more memorable as the defending champions prepare for a blockbuster clash steeped in football history.

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Erling Haaland: Our generation have put Norway on the nap

Erling Haaland believes Norway's remarkable World Cup campaign has changed the perception of the country's football and inspired a new generation, despite seeing their historic run ended by England in the quarter-finals.

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Jude Bellingham responds to criticism as England reach World Cup semis

England star Jude Bellingham praised his teammates for a gut-busting display as they overcame Norway 2-1 to secure their place in the World Cup semi-finals.

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Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw sacked after last 32 defeat to Belgium

Pape Thiaw has been sacked by Senegal following his side's World Cup round of 32 defeat to Belgium.

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Lionel Scaloni says Argentina needed to "suffer" to reach World Cup semi-finals

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni was proud of the way his side dug deep to overcome Switzerland 3-1 after extra-time in their World Cup quarter-final clash on Saturday.

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