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• 🤯 Was he happy with it?! Why Haaland was left on the bench

  27-06-2026 15:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤯 Was he happy with it?! Why Haaland was left on the benchIt came as a huge surprise when Norway coach Solbakken announced his lineup yesterday ahead of the match against France. The names of the two absolute superstars, Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard, were nowhere to be found. He also rotated on ten positions beyond that. So far, so understandable - at least if, as in the German national team’s last group match, there had been nothing left to play for. But the opposite
  
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• Lorenzo on Davinson's disallowed goal: I'll ask him to get a pedicure

  28-06-2026 05:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lorenzo on Davinson's disallowed goal: I'll ask him to get a pedicureThe controversy over the disallowed goal by Davinson Sánchez in Colombia vs. Portugal continues, and Néstor Lorenzo, head coach of the Colombian side, has already made his first statements. 
  The coach said at the press conference about the bizarre offside call: "Next time I’ll ask him to get a pedicure," he said. Lorenzo also praised his team’s dominant performance against a football powerhou
  
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• Spain's Williams criticises tackle that injured him

  28-06-2026 04:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nico Williams came on in the 76th minute of Spain's 1-0 win over Uruguay [Getty Images]Nico Williams has criticised Uruguay's Nicolas de la Cruz for a "completely unnecessary" tackle that injured the Spain winger, who is expected to miss at least his nation's World Cup last-32 fixture.Williams sustained a muscle injury following the challenge in a 1-0 win for Spain that sent Uruguay home, calling it "one of the worst days of my life".De la Cruz was booked for the tackle in added time, before tea
  
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• Reporter apologizes for joke about not knowing where Bosnia and Herzegovina is ahead of World Cup clash vs. USMNT

  28-06-2026 04:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A reporter who went viral for proudly claiming that she didn't know where Bosnia and Herzegovina was on a map has since apologized.Abigail Velez, a reporter and fill-in anchor for ABC7 in Los Angeles, made the comments ahead of the upcoming Round of 32 matchup between Bosnia and Herzegovina and the U.S. men's national team (Wednesday, 8 p.m. ET, Fox). A clip of the segment went viral, with critics pointing to Velez seemingly being proud of her ignorance.As a result, Velez walked back her words i
  
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• Yoane Wissa underlines threat as DR Congo set up England clash at World Cup

  28-06-2026 04:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Yoane Wissa scored twice as DR Congo came from behind to beat Uzbekistan 3-1 and progress to the round of 32 of the World Cup.The African nation, who returned to the tournament after a 52-year absence, will now face England in the knockout stage on Wednesday after finishing third in Group K.Uzbekistan’s Eldor Shomurodov opened the scoring in the 10th minute in Atlanta, converting from a tight angle after an Abbosbek Fayzullaev header into the box.DR Congo thought they had levelled minutes
  
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• Salah an injury doubt for Egypt's last-32 tie

  28-06-2026 04:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mohamed Salah has scored 68 goals in 119 games for Egypt [Getty Images]Egypt captain Mohamed Salah is a doubt for Friday's World Cup last-32 tie against Australia after suffering a hamstring injury.The 34-year-old was substituted during Egypt's 1-1 draw with Iran and team doctor Mohamed Abou said Salah had complained of pain before scans later confirmed a hamstring strain.The statement from the Egyptian Football Association added that Salah has begun a treatment programme but made no suggestion
  
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• Kane becomes England's top World Cup scorer - and now chases other greats

  28-06-2026 03:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Harry Kane broke Gary Lineker's record to become England's all-time leading World Cup scorer when he struck during Saturday's 2-0 win against Panama.The Three Lions captain doubled his side's lead when headed home superbly from Jude Bellingham's cross in the second half.The goal took Kane's overall World Cup tally to 11 goals, surpassing Lineker's total of 10."It is a proud one for sure," Kane told BBC Sport. "I spoke before the tournament about the World Cup being the biggest competition we pla
  
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• 2026 World Cup: Colombia wins Group K thanks to Portugal draw as DR Congo also advances

  28-06-2026 03:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The first scoreless draw in Colombia's World Cup history was enough to win Group K.Colombia tied Portugal 0-0 to finish first in the group on seven points. Portugal, which also tied with DR Congo to open the World Cup, finished second on five points.DR Congo scored three second-half goals to take down Uzbekistan 3-1 and finish third in the group. Four points is enough for DR Congo to clinch a spot in the Round of 32 as one of the top eight third-place teams. It's the country's first knockout rou
  
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• Man City 2026 World Cup Watch: Abdukodir Khusanov’s Uzbekistan dream ends in drab defeat

  28-06-2026 03:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City 2026 World Cup Watch: Abdukodir Khusanov’s Uzbekistan dream ends in drab defeatAbdukodir Khusanov becomes the first Manchester City player at the FIFA World Cup to head home after Uzbekistan finished bottom of their group.DR Congo booked a historic World Cup round-of-32 clash against England after staging a brilliant second-half comeback to defeat Uzbekistan 3-1 in Atlanta.The Leopards endured a rocky start when a defensive breakdown between Axel Tuanzebe and Aaron Wan-Bissaka gif
  
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• Man City 2026 World Cup Watch: Portugal line up Croatia clash after 0-0 draw with Colombia

  28-06-2026 03:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City 2026 World Cup Watch: Portugal line up Croatia clash after 0-0 draw with ColombiaRuben Dias saw out the full 90 minutes as Portugal held on to a 0-0 draw against Colombia despite late drama on Saturday night.Colombia secured top spot in Group K after battling to an entertaining 0-0 draw against Portugal in Miami, leaving Roberto Martínez’s side to settle for the runner-up position. Despite being Los Cafeteros’ first scoreless stalemate in 25 World Cup matches, the enc
  
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• 2026 World Cup Round of 32: Confirmed schedule, predictions for knockout round

  28-06-2026 03:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup is upon us, and there are some brilliant games coming up in the first knockout round at the tournament. MORE — World Cup daily schedule: What game is on today?Can some of the upstarts like Cape Verde, DR Congo and Bosnia and Herzegovina cause huge shocks? Will the co-hosts all make it through? Will the big names dazzle to book a spot in the last 16?Below are all of the confirmed matches for the Round of 32, with the schedule for when they are played an
  
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• 📸 Controversial! The millimetre offside that denied Colombia victory

  28-06-2026 03:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Controversial! The millimetre offside that denied Colombia victoryThere’s already controversy! The final outcome in Group K ended with an incredible goal ruled out for Colombia, which did not go on the scoreboard because of an offside position. 
  Davinson Sánchez made it 1-0 in the closing minutes of the second half, but his goal didn’t count—by a fingernail!This was the image they gave us of the offside, and it’s already dividing opinions, as some be
  
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• Colombia rue offside call, but send message: can go far in Copa

  28-06-2026 03:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Colombia rue offside call, but send message: can go far in CopaExpectations were SKY-HIGH. Much like the heat in Miami. And indeed, Colombia versus Portugal on Saturday night (27) was a high-level match. The clash at Hard Rock Stadium was worth first place in World Cup Group K.It ended goalless, but still delivered plenty of good moments thanks to Colombia’s EXCELLENT performance. Including a razor-thin offside call that saved CR7 & Co. in the 91st minute.Check below who
  
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• Colombia rue offside, but send warning: they can go FAR in Copa

  28-06-2026 03:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Colombia rue offside, but send warning: they can go FAR in CopaExpectations were SKY-HIGH. Much like the heat in Miami. And, indeed, Colombia vs. Portugal on Saturday night (27) was played at a good level. The clash at Hard Rock Stadium was worth first place in World Cup Group K.It ended goalless, but still delivered some great moments thanks to Colombia’s EXCELLENT performance. Including a razor-thin offside call that saved CR7 & Co. in the 91st minute.Check below to se
  
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• Who will England play next at World Cup? Last-32 opponent and route to final revealed

  28-06-2026 03:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England are through to the last-32 of the 2026 World Cup after securing top spot in Group L - and will face African side DR Congo in the knockout stages. After a first half of frustration against Panama in New Jersey, second-half goals from Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane secured England’s second win of the tournament with a 2-0 victory. It means Thomas Tuchel’s side will move on to Atlanta for their next match, as their route to the final became clear on Saturday night. See below for
  
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• Roy Keane insists Thomas Tuchel ‘doesn’t have a clue’ what his best England XI is

  28-06-2026 03:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roy Keane believes England manager Thomas Tuchel does not know his best XI despite the Three Lions topping their World Cup group with victory over Panama on Saturday. Tuchel’s side were underwhelming in a goalless first half in New Jersey before Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane found the back of the net to secure first place and a last-32 match in Atlanta on Wednesday. The England boss made five changes from the team who drew against Ghana, with the injured Reece James making way for Jarrell
  
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• Job done - but England will not win World Cup unless they improve

  28-06-2026 03:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England head coach Thomas Tuchel insists the bigger the games, the bigger his side will get. He must hope he is right or their World Cup campaign will be a short one.First things first. And credit where it is due.England's win against Panama ensured phase one of this World Cup was mission accomplished, qualifying top of Group L to face either DR Congo or Senegal in the last 32 in Atlanta on Wednesday (17:00 BST).The serious business starts now after two wins from three group games - but it would
  
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• 'Bye-bye, Scotland!' - Clarke's leaving letter to the Tartan Army

  28-06-2026 03:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Steve Clarke became the first man to lead Scotland to three major tournaments [PA Media]Steve Clarke's tenure as Scotland head coach came to an abrupt and shock end on Saturday night in Charlotte.Following seven years as boss, where he led the country to back-to-back European Championships and the ongoing World Cup - the first for the men's team in 28 years - the 62-year-old has resigned while still at the squad's base camp in Charlotte, North Carolina.Clarke penned an emotional letter to the Ta
  
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• 'High chance' Anderson move happens before England's last-32 game - Tuchel

  28-06-2026 03:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]England head coach Thomas Tuchel has confirmed that midfielder Elliot Anderson is expected to complete his £116million move from Nottingham Forest to Manchester City before England's World Cup last-32 tie on Wednesday.The Premier League clubs have agreed a deal for Anderson to move to Etihad Stadium once the 23-year-old completes a medical which will take place out in the United States."I think there is a very high chance that the thing is sorted before the round of 32," said
  
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• 📋 Rested them all? Argentina XI named to face Jordan

  28-06-2026 02:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Rested them all? Argentina XI named to face JordanArgentina are set for their final challenge of the FIFA World Cup group stage.Already assured of first place in Group J and aware that they will face Cape Verde in the first knockout round, they will take on already-eliminated Jordan later today (11 p.m. Brasília time). The match will be played at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. Romanian referee István Kovács will be in charge.CazéTV will broadcast it.&
  
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• Lineups named for Algeria vs Austria & Jordan vs Argentina

  28-06-2026 02:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lineups named for Algeria vs Austria & Jordan vs ArgentinaThe final night for the last group to close the book on the group stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is ready and raring to go.Group J leaders and defending World Cup champions Argentina, along with Golden Boot-leader Lionel Messi, are assured of passage before tonight, with much left to play below them in the table.Algeria vs Austria
  Level on three points a piece, Algeria and Austria lock horns in Kansas City, with Ralf Rangnick's side
  
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• 🚨 Lineups named for Algeria vs Austria & Jordan vs Argentina

  28-06-2026 02:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Lineups named for Algeria vs Austria & Jordan vs ArgentinaThe final night for the last group to close the book on the group stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is ready and raring to go.Group J leaders and defending World Cup champions Argentina, along with Golden Boot-leader Lionel Messi, are assured of passage before tonight, with much left to play below them in the table.Algeria vs Austria
  Level on three points a piece, Algeria and Austria lock horns in Kansas City, with Ralf Rangn
  
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• Thomas Tuchel provides Jarell Quansah injury update as England right-back crisis deepens

  28-06-2026 02:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jarell Quansah is in pain with the ankle injury that forced him to come off in the win over Panama as Thomas Tuchel admitted he is concerned his right-back crisis is worsening.Both Quansah and Reece James are very doubtful for England’s last-32 tie in Atlanta on 1 July while Tuchel has already lost one right-back for the tournament, with Tino Livramento ruled out. Jarell Quansah was led off by medics after suffering an injury against Panama (AP)Quansah, usually a centre-back, played the fi
  
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• The self-inflicted World Cup curse haunting England after uninspiring Panama win

  28-06-2026 02:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The good news for Thomas Tuchel is that there is a fit England international right-back in New York. The less good news is that Gary Neville is 51 and a pundit on a Brooklyn roof terrace.As England found the least convincing of ways to win Group L, their curse of the right-backs continued. It is, admittedly, partly a self-inflicted curse, created by strange decision-making and needless stubbornness. As Jude Bellingham ended Panama’s resistance, a hooked breakthrough showing an enduring cap
  
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• 📸 Where’s he pulled that from?!?!? Uzbekistan score a stunner

  28-06-2026 01:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Where’s he pulled that from?!?!? Uzbekistan score a stunnerAlthough progressing is almost impossible for the Uzbeks purely because of their poor goal difference after the heavy defeat to Portugal, the Central Asians have by no means given up here. Eldor Shomurodov made it 1-0 after just ten minutes. And what a goal was that?!?!?!After a long ball that almost looked mishit, the former Roma striker exquisitely lifted the ball from a tight angle over the Congolese keeper and in
  
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• Croatia through to knockout stages after beating Ghana

  28-06-2026 01:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA World CupCroatia 2 - 1 Ghana FTNikola Vlasic's late header earned Croatia all three points against Ghana in Philadelphia [Getty Images]Nikola Vlasic scored a late header as Croatia booked their place in the World Cup last 32 with victory over already-qualified Ghana in Philadelphia.Zlatko Dalic's side needed to avoid defeat against the Black Stars to be sure of a place in the knockout stages, but Vlasic's effort seven minutes from time ensured they qualified as runners-up to England –
  
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• Croatia battle by Ghana to finish second in group – and knock out Scotland

  28-06-2026 01:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nikola Vlasic scored late to earn Croatia a 2-1 win over Ghana in Philadelphia and ensure a second-place finish behind England in Group L.Both sides were in strong positions going into their final group game and both have progressed to the last 32, despite Ghana being denied second spot by Vlasic’s late finish, though the result also confirmed Scotland’s elimination.The former West Ham forward headed Luka Modric’s corner in off the inside of the post seven minutes from time, af
  
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• Scotland's ill-fated World Cup story finally at a sorry end

  28-06-2026 01:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]There was something pitiful about the way the lights went out for Scotland at this World Cup.Not just the on-field disappointment, which was tough enough to watch, but the grim and almost lifeless hope in the aftermath.Hanging from a cliff edge by their fingertips. Could Ghana beat Croatia by three clear goals, could DR Congo and Uzbekistan play out a draw, could Austria beat Algeria by two or more goals or could Algeria beat Austria by a minimum of four?Praying for results in Phil
  
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• Scotland's elimination from World Cup confirmed

  28-06-2026 01:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Scotland have been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup following Croatia's 2-1 win over Ghana, with manager Steve Clarke announcing his resignation.The result in Group L means Scotland cannot finish as one of the eight best third-placed teams that will reach the knockout stage.Scotland announced Clarke would be stepping down after seven years in charge shortly after full-time.It is another group-stage exit from a major tournament for Scotland, who have appeared at nine World Cups and four Europea
  
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• Reaction as England beat Panama to finish top of World Cup group

  28-06-2026 01:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kane and Bellingham score as England beat Panama to finish top of group - watch the goalsClarke resigns as Scotland manager after their World Cup exitTuchel's side will play in last 32 on Wednesday at 17:00 BST live on BBC One - opponents still TBCView knockout bracket as it stands Reaction as England beat Panama to finish top of World Cup group
  
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