2026 FIFA WORLD CUP

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'We have had fantastic support' - Solbakken proud despite Norway's World Cup exit

Norway coach Stale Solbakken fought back tears as he reflected on his team's remarkable 2026 FIFA World Cup journey after their 2-1 extra-time defeat to England in the quarter-finals.

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'I want England to do well' - Haaland backs England after Norway's quarter-final loss

Erling Haaland has said he hopes England can go all the way at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after Norway's impressive run ended with an extra-time defeat in the quarter-finals in Miami.

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Tuchel explains Declan Rice gamble after England reach World Cup semi-finals

England manager Thomas Tuchel has revealed that Declan Rice spent much of the three days leading up to the FIFA World Cup quarter-final against Norway in bed with an illness, making his decision to start the midfielder an even bigger risk.

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Konate insists France ready for Spain FIFA World Cup semi-final showdown 'without fear'

France defender Ibrahima Konate has insisted his side will head into Tuesday's 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final against Spain with confidence, while fully respecting the quality of their opponents.

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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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