FIFA WORLD CUP

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Herve Renard replaces Tunisia coach Sabri Lamouchi after World Cup thrashing

Tunisia have moved quickly to change their coaching staff after their disappointing start to the FIFA World Cup, replacing Sabri Lamouchi with experienced French coach Herve Renard following their heavy 5-1 defeat against Sweden.

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Stale Solbakken expects 'huge' Erling Haaland impact for Norway at FIFA World Cup

Norway manager Stale Solbakken believes Erling Haaland is ready to make a huge impact as the national team returns to the FIFA World Cup after a 28-year absence.

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Fae eyes bigger things for Elephants after Ecuador victory

As part of their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Cote d’Ivoire beat France 2-1 in an international friendly, and head coach Emerse Fae says that was a big indication of what the Elephants can do.

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Vozinha revels in historic Cape Verde World Cup moment

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha struggled to contain his emotions after helping produce the biggest upset of the FIFA World Cup so far, as the tournament debutants held second-ranked Spain to a goalless draw in Atlanta on Monday.

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Lionel Messi set to start as Argentina launch FIFA World Cup defence

Lionel Messi is expected to start as Argentina begin their defence of the FIFA World Cup, with head coach Lionel Scaloni confident the captain is fully fit and ready to lead.

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Mohamed Salah's Egypt hold Belgium to gritty World Cup draw in Seattle

Belgium did not have it all their own way as Egypt delivered a combative performance to earn a 1-1 draw in their FIFA World Cup Group G encounter in Seattle on Monday.