Germany get 'needed' boost in 7-1 Curaçao rout

Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann said his team's 7-1 rout of Curaçao to start their FIFA World Cup campaign was just what they needed after the four-time champions failed to get out of the group stage in the last two editions of the tournament.

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Spain have a history of starting slowly at World Cups before finding their form, but nobody -- not even them -- expected to open 2026 with a draw against tiny Cape Verde.

Romelu Lukaku's mere presence sparked an attack that led to Belgium's lone goal only seconds after he entered as a second-half substitute, helping his team earn a 1-1 draw with Egypt on Monday at the World Cup.

Coach Luis de la Fuente insisted that tournament favourites Spain won't panic after being held to a 0-0 draw by underdogs Cape Verde.

Bukayo Saka has played down concerns over his fitness by insisting "I'm ready to go" on the eve of England's World Cup opener against Croatia.

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has said "the dream has come true" after he inspired his side to a point on debut at the World Cup against Spain.

With an elite striker having worn the Three Lions on their chest for 42 years, England have taken the position for granted - but is Harry Kane the last?

Former Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou paid tribute to Cape Verde after the African minnows held Spain to a battling goalless draw.

Spain were held to a 0-0 draw by 64th-ranked Cape Verde on Monday in the first major shock of the World Cup group stages.

Belgium are the latest European side to get their 2026 World Cup campaign under way against Egypt, and you can follow the action live with ESPN.

Crystal Palace have appointed Pierre Sage as their new coach following the departure of Oliver Glasner.

A huge tournament favourite in Spain get their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign underway against debutants Cape Verde, and you can follow the action live with ESPN.

Virgil van Dijk has criticised the introduction of hydration breaks at this summer's World Cup.

The referee set to officiate England's World Cup opener against Croatia, Clement Turpin, was once referred to by head coach Thomas Tuchel as a "Grade E" official.

Scotland fan Craig Ferguson tells ESPN's Mark Donaldson about his 3,000-mile 'Tartan Trek' across the U.S. and how he raised more than £1 million for charity.

The VAR overturned an offside decision after ruling there was a slight flick on the ball by Sweden's Alexander Isak, thanks to some technology in the ball.

Sabri Lamouchi is expecting to be sacked as Tunisia boss, sources told ESPN.

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Manchester United's 2026-27 campaign will be the subject of a new fly-on-the-wall documentary series for Amazon Prime, it has been announced.

Jordan Henderson has praised Luka Modric as the greatest midfielder he has ever faced, ahead of England's match against Croatia on Wednesday.

With an elite striker having worn the Three Lions on their chest for 42 years, England have taken the position for granted - but is Harry Kane the last?

Sir Rod Stewart was seen celebrating Scotland's World Cup win over Haiti at Gillette Stadium in Boston on Saturday night shortly after cancelling a concert due to illness.

Barcelona's option to sign Marcus Rashford for €30 million (£35m) is set to expire on Monday without the Spanish champions activating the clause.

VAR overturned an offside decision after ruling there was a slight flick on the ball by Sweden's Alexander Isak, thanks to some technology in the ball.

Italian referee Maurizio Mariani and his team will wear 'flamingo pink' in Monday's Group H game between Uruguay and Saudi Arabia in tribute to the city of Miami.

Real Madrid have completed the signing of Marc Cucurella from Chelsea.

Eberechi Eze said he would take a penalty for England in the World Cup despite his Champions League final heartbreak and stood by his stuttering technique.

The 22-year-old Ayari was born in Solna, Sweden, to a Tunisian father, Azzouz Ayari

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