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• Palace sign Spain defender Mingueza on free transfer

  09-07-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Oscar Mingueza won the Copa del Rey while playing for Barcelona in 2021[Getty Images]Crystal Palace have signed Celta Vigo defender Oscar Mingueza on a free transfer, subject to international clearance.The 27-year-old Spaniard joins Palace on a four-year contract and is new head coach Pierre Sage's first summer signing. Mingueza is a product of Barcelona's La Masia academy and made 66 appearances for the club following his senior debut in 2020. The versatile defender then joined Celta Vigo in 20
  
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• 🃏 Neymar pops up at poker event after Brazil exit

  12-07-2026 03:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🃏 Neymar pops up at poker event after Brazil exitA week ago, the Brazilian National Team lost to Norway 2-1 and was knocked out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the round of 16.The result marked one of the worst campaigns in the Canarinho’s history in the tournament: 11th place overall.The early exit also meant the (likely) end of an era with the national team for a number of players, such as goalkeeper Alisson, full-back Danilo, center-back Marquinhos, defensive midfielder Casemiro,
  
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• Bellingham inspires England to beat Norway and reach World Cup semi-finals

  12-07-2026 03:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA World CupNorway 1 - 1 England AETEngland stand one win from their first men's World Cup final since 1966 as Jude Bellingham's brilliant two-goal display inspired them to come from behind to beat Norway after extra time in Miami.Thomas Tuchel's side rode their luck in a quarter-final played in fierce heat and humidity, but Bellingham was once again the talisman to send England into the last four, where they will play either Argentina or Switzerland - which will be shown live on the BBC.In a
  
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• 🐐 Will it ever end? Messi extends his absurd World Cup record!

  12-07-2026 03:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🐐 Will it ever end? Messi extends his absurd World Cup record!Lionel Messi’s epic record chase at the 2026 World Cup continues in the quarter-finals!Against Switzerland, the 39-year-old set up the early 1-0 by Alexis Mac Allister (10') with a perfectly delivered corner.The most prolific scorer in World Cup history set another record in the process: Messi is the first player ever to reach a total of ten assists across multiple tournaments.In the past few weeks alone, the eight-time
  
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• World Cup 2026: England advances, but 'Cable of God' and contentious VAR call stoke fires of conspiracy 

  12-07-2026 03:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  See, this is how conspiracy theories get started. This deep into the World Cup, every goal, every VAR review, every single touch carries possible title implications. And, by the same rationale, every touch also carries the potential for sinister conspiracy … at least in the eyes of those whose squad ends up on the wrong end of the call. Conspiracy-minded World Cup fans always have a bounty of evidence to fuel their dark suspicions, and 2026 has brought a whole new set of potenti
  
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• Erling Haaland’s father blames referee for Norway defeat to England

  12-07-2026 03:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Erling Haaland’s father has put blame on the referee after Norway were knocked out of the World Cup by England.England eked out a 2-1 extra-time victory to seal their place in the semi-finals with Jude Bellingham scoring both, first cancelling out Andreas Schjelderup’s opener on the brink of half-time before pouncing on a rebound in the 93rd minute to net the winner.However, England’s win did not go without controversy, with question marks surrounding their equaliser as well as
  
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• 😔 The Ro is over! Faces after Norway's elimination

  12-07-2026 03:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😔 The Ro is over! Faces after Norway's eliminationNorway became one of the big favorites to make a deep run in the World Cup. Their charisma and great football won over football fans, who for several weeks joined the Viking movement. After the elimination against England in the quarterfinals, the cameras captured the painful defeat:A friendship that even elimination can’t breakNyland breaks down in tearsKane’s hug with HaalandTuchel comforts OdegaardBut there was also en
  
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• Cup on social media: Neymar's revenge, paddle home, Haaland and Bellingham

  12-07-2026 02:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cup on social media: Neymar's revenge, paddle home, Haaland and BellinghamEngland struggled, but secured a place in the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup by beating Norway 2-1 in comeback fashion, in extra time, this Saturday (11).Besides the drama until the very end, which has been a hallmark of this edition of the tournament, the match delivered entertainment.Norwegian goalkeeper Nyland, who gained international attention with his "duel" with Neymar at the end of the game that eliminated B
  
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• 😂 Cup on social media: Neymar revenge, Haaland, Bellingham

  12-07-2026 02:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😂 Cup on social media: Neymar revenge, Haaland, BellinghamEngland struggled, but advanced to the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup by beating Norway 2-1 in comeback fashion, in extra time, this Saturday (11).Besides the drama until the end, which has been a hallmark of this edition of the tournament, the match delivered entertainment.Norwegian goalkeeper Nyland, who gained international attention with his "duel" with Neymar at the end of the game that eliminated Brazil, made a terrib
  
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• 🚨Breaking: FIFA dismisses controversy over Bellingham goal

  12-07-2026 02:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨Breaking: FIFA dismisses controversy over Bellingham goalThe England-Norway match sparked a major debate, and FIFA has already stepped in to deny any “foul play” in the result of the game. 
  The controversy arose over Bellingham’s first goal, the equalizer against Norway, which reportedly should not have stood because before the Real Madrid player scored, the ball hit the spidercam cables. That action was reportedly pointed out to the referee by Haaland and hi
  
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• Argentina face Switzerland as England await in semi-finals

  12-07-2026 02:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Messi starts for Argentina in Kansas CityWinner will face England in last four on Wednesday (20:00 BST) live on BBCLionel Messi on eight goals and level in Golden Boot race with Kylian Mbappe Argentina face Switzerland as England await in semi-finals
  
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• Thomas Tuchel rages at interviewer and claims England were ‘lucky’ to beat Norway

  12-07-2026 02:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel appeared to lose his cool at ITV interviewer Gabriel Clarke as the England manager branded his side as “lucky” in their extra-time World Cup win over Norway.England eked out a 2-1 victory to seal their place in the semi-finals with Jude Bellingham scoring both, first cancelling out Andreas Schjelderup’s opener on the brink of half-time before pouncing on a rebound three minutes into extra time to net the winner.It was an agonising watch for England at times, who w
  
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• Who else? How Bellingham became indispensable again

  12-07-2026 02:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]The Jude Bellingham Show.A World Cup body of work that, even by the Real Madrid midfielder's lofty standards, has been as mesmerising as we've seen in an England shirt in recent major tournaments.It seems ludicrous now to think there was even a debate as to whether Bellingham would be in England's World Cup team at all.Bellingham has emerged as one of the stars of England's run to the World Cup semi-finals - and has arguably been one of the best players of the tournament.Six goals,
  
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• 🎥 What a goosebump moment: England fans belt out Wonderwall again

  12-07-2026 02:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 What a goosebump moment: England fans belt out Wonderwall againBy now, it has become a tradition: after every World Cup match, the England national team gathers in front of its stand and belts out the Oasis classic "Wonderwall" together with the fans.After the nerve-racking 2-1 win over Norway, however, the Three Lions and their supporters took it up another level and reached a volume few would have thought possible. It was clear to everyone involved what kind of emotions the prev
  
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• Jude Bellingham brings clarity to down Norway and carry England into World Cup semi-finals

  12-07-2026 02:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jude Bellingham, somehow, keeps going to new levels. And it is almost by force of his will alone that a stumbling England reach just their fourth-ever World Cup semi-final.The greatest stage in the game is now within reach, and Bellingham looks more than ready for it.It was another double from the No. 10, only escalating his excellence from Mexico that secures a 2-1 comeback against Norway. That takes him to six goals and right up there with Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi, but such trivia is mer
  
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• Thomas Tuchel reaction: Unhappy with England vs Norway, but loves 'pure mentality — bottle it up and sell it'

  12-07-2026 02:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England manager Thomas Tuchel is happy with the Three Lions reaching the World Cup semifinal, and thrilled with their bravery, but feels the team performing below standard.Norway took an early lead and Jude Bellingham's fantastic tournament saw him lead England back with a pair of goals in a 2-1 extra time win.MORE — Norway vs England recap, video highlights"We made life very, very difficult for ourselves today," Tuchel said on FOX after the game. "The result is fantastic, we're in the las
  
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• Jude Bellingham Gets 9.5/10 | England Players Rated Vs Norway As They March Into The Semi-Final Of The FIFA World Cup 2026

  12-07-2026 02:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jude Bellingham Gets 9.5/10 | England Players Rated Vs Norway As They March Into The Semi-Final Of The FIFA World Cup 2026Unadulterated drama. That is the only way to describe the absolute circus in Florida as England dragged themselves into the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals. It took extra time, a massive slice of luck, and a healthy dose of individual genius to see off a bloody-minded Norway side 2-1.Bellingham brilliance spares Three Lions in Miami heatAndreas Schjelderup gave the underdogs
  
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• Norway vs England player ratings: Bellingham shines but Madueke struggles as Three Lions reach World Cup semi-finals

  12-07-2026 02:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England have booked a place in the semi-finals of the World Cup 2026 after a narrow 2-1 win over Norway in Miami. The Three Lions quickly gained control at a sweltering Miami Stadium but they found themselves behind in the 36th minute, with Andreas Schjelderup giving Norway the lead with a half-cross, half-shot that bounced in off the far post. England toiled in attack as half-time loomed but they got a moment of magic when they needed it, with Jude Bellingham receiving a pass on the outside of
  
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• Hey Jude - Bellingham's return to England indispensability

  12-07-2026 02:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]The Jude Bellingham Show.A World Cup body of work that, even by the Real Madrid midfielder's lofty standards, has been as mesmerising as we've seen in an England shirt in recent major tournaments.It seems ludicrous now to think there was even a debate as to whether Bellingham would be in England's World Cup team at all.Bellingham has emerged as one of the stars of England's run to the World Cup semi-finals - and has arguably been one of the best players of the tournament.Six goals,
  
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• When do England play next at World Cup after quarter-final win over Norway?

  12-07-2026 01:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England beat Norway at the World Cup 2026 thanks to another inspired performance from Jude Bellingham earned a 2-1 win after extra-time in Miami.Thomas Tuchel's side needed a come-from-behind win after Andreas Schjelderup’s opener. But Jude Bellingham struck a controversial equaliser before half-time and the tie needed extra-time with the score level at 1-1 after 90 minutes. Norway v England LIVE: World Cup quarter-final result and reactionBellingham then followed up a shot early into extr
  
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• England 2-1 Norway: Jude Bellingham brace sends Three Lions into World Cup semi-finals

  12-07-2026 01:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England 2-1 Norway: Jude Bellingham brace sends Three Lions into World Cup semi-finalsEngland dug deep to beat Norway 2-1 after extra time in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on Saturday evening.Norway broke the deadlock in the 36th minute as Andreas Schjelderup’s attempted cross caught Jordan Pickford off guard and dropped into the top corner.Moments later, Alexander Sorloth blazed over and Martin Odegaard stung Pickford’s palms with a powerful ef
  
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• 'He has dragged them through all tournament' - England player ratings

  12-07-2026 01:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jude Bellingham scored twice as England came from behind to beat Norway 2-1 in extra time to reach the World Cup semi-finals.BBC Sport's England reporter Alex Howell assesses how the players performed in Miami on Saturday - and you can have your say at the bottom of the page too.Starting XIJordan Pickford: Made history as he became the most-capped player for England in World Cups. But Pickford was caught out by Andreas Schjelderup's cross for the Norway opener. An uncertain performance from the
  
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• BBC to show England's World Cup semi-final

  12-07-2026 01:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England beat Norway 2-1 in the quarter-finals [Getty Images]England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina or Switzerland will be broadcast live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.The Three Lions progressed by beating Norway 2-1 in the quarter-finals in Miami on Saturday.Their last-four tie will be played at the Atlanta Stadium on Wednesday, 15 July (20:00 BST).European champions Spain will face 2022 runners-up France in the other semi-final.That match - in Dallas on Tuesday, 14 July (20:00) - will be
  
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• World Cup 2026: Jude Bellingham's heroics continue as England advances to semis with 2-1 win over Norway

  12-07-2026 01:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jude Bellingham continued his monster World Cup for England as his second goal in Saturday's quarterfinal over Norway was the difference in a 2-1 win.The teams could not decide a winner after 90 minutes. Extra time was needed and three minutes in Bellingham pounced on a rebound created off a Morgan Rogers' shot to put the Three Lions ahead.JUDE BELLINGHAM BAGS A BRACE AND ENGLAND LEADS IN EXTRA TIME 😱 pic.twitter.com/Nus0GVYqd1— FOX Sports (@FOXSports) July 11, 2026Three of Belling
  
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• World Cup 2026: Jude Bellingham's heroics continue as England advance to semifinals with 2-1 win over Norway

  12-07-2026 01:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jude Bellingham continued his monster World Cup for England as his second goal in Saturday's quarterfinal over Norway was the difference during a 2-1 win.The teams could not decide a winner after 90 minutes. Extra time was needed and three minutes in Bellingham pounced on a rebound created off a Morgan Rogers' shot to put the Three Lions ahead.JUDE BELLINGHAM BAGS A BRACE AND ENGLAND LEADS IN EXTRA TIME 😱 pic.twitter.com/Nus0GVYqd1— FOX Sports (@FOXSports) July 11, 2026Three of Bel
  
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• Jude Bellingham has dragged England to the World Cup semifinals

  12-07-2026 01:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MIAMI — Jude Bellingham stood in the stifling humidity of Miami with his arms stretched aloft as his second goal put England 2-1 up against Norway in extra time on Saturday. If anyone was going to be England's savior it was going to be Bellingham. Again. For the fourth time in six games at this World Cup he was the difference for England as they edged past Norway to reach the 2026 World Cup semifinals. In the lead up to this World Cup Thomas Tuchel challenged Bellingham publicly on several
  
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• Is Erling Haaland injured? Norway star bizarrely replaced vs England in World Cup quarter-final

  12-07-2026 01:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Viewers were left stunned by Norway manager Stale Solbakken’s decision to substitute star striker Erling Haaland in extra time of their World Cup quarter-final with England, sparking injury fears.Haaland has been at the heart of Norway’s impressive run at their first World Cup since 1998, scoring seven goals - including two in their sublime last-16 win over Brazil - to take the Scandinavian side to the last-eight.Follow England vs Norway LIVE! But with Norway needing his goalscoring
  
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• 📹 It could still come home! England knock out Norway, reach semis

  12-07-2026 01:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📹 It could still come home! England knock out Norway, reach semisOn Saturday (11), England needed extra time to come from behind and beat Norway 2-1, securing a place in the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.This is the fourth time the "English Team" has finished among the top four in the world. Previously, in 1966 (champion), 1990 (3rd place), and 2018 (4th place).The quarterfinal match in Miami (USA) began with the English dominating possession.However, the "Vikings" opened the sco
  
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• 📹 It can still come home! England knock out Norway, into semis

  12-07-2026 01:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📹 It can still come home! England knock out Norway, into semisThis Saturday (11), England needed extra time to come from behind and beat Norway 2-1, securing a place in the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.This is the fourth time the "English Team" has finished among the top four in the world. Previously, in 1966 (champions), 1990 (3rd place), and 2018 (4th place).Highlights coming up shortlyThe quarterfinal match in Miami (USA) began with the English dominating possession.However,
  
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• Argentina and Switzerland name starting XIs for quarter-final clash

  12-07-2026 01:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Argentina and Switzerland name starting XIs for quarter-final clash Reigning champions Argentina are set to take on Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals this evening. 
  Ahead of the showdown in Kansas City, the two coaches have named their starting lineups. What do you make of the teams? 
  
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