Messi saves Argentina in dramatic win over Egypt

Lionel Messi scored in a record sixth-straight World Cup knockout match to help Argentina reach the quarterfinals after a stunning late comeback to beat Egypt 3-2 in Atlanta.

Jorge Jesus has reached an agreement with Portugal's Football Federation (FPF) to become the next head coach of the national team, sources have told ESPN.

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has told ESPN an "improved" Lamine Yamal is ready to deliver as La Roja gear up for Friday's World Cup quarterfinal against Belgium in Los Angeles.

Newcastle have signed 18-year-old midfielder Sean Stuer from Ajax on a five-year deal, the club have announced.

Erling Haaland has said he is waiting to see Wayne Rooney fulfill his promise of rowing down the River Mersey after Norway reached the quarterfinals of the World Cup.

The World Cup returns tonight with our first quarterfinal between France and Morocco. Follow all the buildup right here, with ESPN.

Alexia Putellas has said joining London City Lionesses presented the "biggest challenge" for her career moving forward.

Barcelona have made an offer for Borussia Dortmund's Karim Adeyemi as they continue to build their attack for next season, a source told ESPN.

Dan Burn has said he believes England must be far better than they were against Mexico to beat Norway and would relish the challenge of keeping Erling Haaland quiet.

Spain winger Lamine Yamal has said he is thrilled to see Lionel Messi defy time and continue to have a starring role at this World Cup.

An England World Cup win could mean an extra bank holiday, Sir Keir Starmer has hinted ahead of a quarterfinal clash with Norway.

Manchester United have confirmed the location for their proposed 100,000-seater stadium.

Norway's RB Leipzig winger Antonio Nusa is a target for North London rivals Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Morocco are determined to stand up to tournament favourites France as equals, rather than underdogs.

France head coach Didier Deschamps has played down the appointment of Argentinian officials for their World Cup quarterfinal against Morocco on Thursday.

Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is looking forward to facing Spain for the first time in his career in an official match during Friday's World Cup quarterfinal at SoFi Stadium.

FIFA's referees' chief Pierluigi Collina has defended officials at the World Cup after Egypt claimed "serious" mistakes had been made by the referee in their round-of-16 loss to Argentina.

The World Cup returns back tonight with our first quarterfinal between France and Morocco. Follow all the buildup right here, with ESPN.

Has there ever been a player whose entire international career has been in danger of being defined by one kick as Brahim Diaz?

Ayyoub Bouaddi chose Morocco over France to ensure he'd play at the 2026 World Cup. Now the two teams collide in a 2022 semifinal rematch.

Morocco will be without star forward Ismael Saibari for their World Cup quarterfinal with France on Thursday.

Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni has agreed a new contract to tie him to the Spanish giants until 2031, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Arsenal are set to step up their interest in Bruno Guimarães after receiving encouragement that the midfielder wants to join them but agreeing a fee with Newcastle remains a significant stumbling block, sources told ESPN.

Manchester City have confirmed the coaching staff set to join Enzo Maresca at the Etihad Stadium.

France head coach Didier Deschamps has played down the appointment of Argentinian officials for their World Cup quarterfinal against Morocco on Thursday.

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Justin Bieber will bring his swag to the World Cup's star-studded, Super Bowl-style halftime show, joining fellow headliners Madonna, Shakira and BTS, FIFA announced Wednesday.

Martin Ødegaard has said that "underdogs" Norway are ready for their "big test" against England in Saturday's World Cup quarterfinal.

Chelsea have signed teenager Geovany Quenda from Sporting Lisbon on a contract until 2034.

Manchester United have agreed a deal with Chelsea for midfielder Andrey Santos, sources have told ESPN.