2026 FIFA WORLD CUP

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Lionel Messi's gesture leaves Cape Verde goalkeeper speechless after World Cup exit

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has opened up about a touching exchange with Argentine superstar Lionel Messi following his side's heartbreaking FIFA World Cup exit.

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Thomas Tuchel questions FIFA after Folarin Balogun avoids World Cup suspension

England manager Thomas Tuchel has criticised the lack of clarity surrounding disciplinary decisions at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after United States forward Folarin Balogun escaped a ban.

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Rodri believes Spain have 'more to come' ahead of Portugal World Cup clash

Spain captain Rodri believes his side have not yet reached their full potential as they prepare to face Portugal in today's FIFA World Cup last-16 clash in Texas.

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Spain boss Luis de la Fuente backs Lamine Yamal to shine against Portugal

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has said he expects Lamine Yamal to rise to the occasion when his side face Portugal in Monday's 2026 FIFA World Cup last-16 clash.

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Haaland proud to be at the heart of Norway’s historic victory over Brazil at the World Cup

Erling Haaland has described Norway’s historic 2-1 win over five-time world champions Brazil as the greatest result and footballing match in Norwegian football history.

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'We have to move on' - Ancelotti vows to fight on as Brazil coach after World Cup exit

Carlo Ancelotti insists he is staying on as Brazil coach after the Selecao's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign came to a disappointing end with a 2-1 defeat to Norway in the last 16.

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