From around the league
Saturday, 11 July 2026
Thursday, 9 July 2026
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England's unity is their shield against the fitness crisis
England fitness crisis ahead of Norway quarter-final: Rice, Guehi, and James in doubt. Squad unity becomes Tuchel's secret weapon.
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Haaland's mind games with England in World Cup quarter-final
Seven goals in four World Cup matches: Haaland positions Norway as underdogs against England in Saturday's quarter-final.
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France's record-breaking attack meets Morocco's 34-match wall
France's record-breaking attack (2.8 goals per game, Mbappé on 7) faces Morocco's 34-match unbeaten run in World Cup quarterfinal at Gillette Stadium.
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Summerville and Undav: from World Cup reserves to £40m assets
Crysencio Summerville and Deniz Undav rose £10m each to £40m after the 2026 World Cup. Tournament breakthroughs convinced elite clubs of their potential.
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Thomas Tuchel says England have heart, but Norway will test the defence
Thomas Tuchel says England have heart but are still overprotecting themselves in defence ahead of Norway, with Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham driving the
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Spain vs Belgium: midfield control and transition threat shape the quarter-final
Spain meet Belgium in a World Cup 2026 quarter-final shaped by midfield control, transition threats and form from Rodri and Kevin De Bruyne.
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England v Norway: Burn ready for Haaland test as players frame quarter-final battle
Dan Burn says he is ready for Erling Haaland as England face Norway, with Haaland on 7 World Cup goals and Rice praised by Martin Ødegaard.
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Craig Bellamy staying is a boost for Wales, says Harry Wilson
Harry Wilson says Craig Bellamy staying with Wales after Burnley talks collapsed has boosted the squad, while his Leeds move was helped by the club's
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Didier Deschamps plays down referee noise as France face Morocco
France try to calm referee controversy before Morocco after FIFA appointed an all-Argentine officiating team. Olise's yellow stands and Saibari is a doubt.
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World Cup 2026 is building a serious case as an all-time classic
World Cup 2026 has 280 goals in 96 matches, 10 90th-minute winners and huge crowds, making a strong case as an all-time classic.
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Anthony Gordon says England's chemistry is driving his World Cup role
Anthony Gordon says England have the best team spirit he has known by a country mile, while his World Cup output and Kane advice stand out.
Wednesday, 8 July 2026
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Switzerland vs Colombia: Kobel delivers in the shootout
Gregor Kobel starred in the shootout as Switzerland beat Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a 0-0 draw to reach their first World Cup quarter-finals in 72 years.
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France vs Morocco: Olise appeal rejected as Deschamps manages two distractions
FIFA upheld Michael Olise's yellow card as France prepare for Morocco, while Didier Deschamps says Kylian Mbappe is ready after racist abuse.
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Ryan Christie wants more after Scotland's World Cup exit
Ryan Christie says Scotland's World Cup exit has made him desperate for more tournaments, after playing all three group matches.
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England vs Norway: how to stop Erling Haaland
England face Norway in a World Cup quarter-final that hinges on Erling Haaland's 7 goals and Norway's compact 4-5-1 shape.
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Switzerland vs Colombia ratings after 0-0 shootout win
Gregor Kobel led the ratings as Switzerland beat Colombia 4-3 on penalties after 120 goalless minutes, with Quintero the standout sub.
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Europe’s World Cup surge is real, but the slow start still explains the story
World Cup 2026 European teams now fill six of eight quarter-final spots after seven of the first 10 UEFA sides failed to win their openers.
Tuesday, 7 July 2026
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Spain's late edge over Portugal came from Ferran Torres, not Lamine Yamal
Spain vs Portugal turned on Ferran Torres' late cameo as he set up Mikel Merino's 90+1 winner in a 1-0 Round of 16 win.
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Bruno Fernandes says Portugal's World Cup exit was a missed opportunity
Bruno Fernandes called Portugal's World Cup exit a missed opportunity after Spain's stoppage-time winner, while Ronaldo and Martinez disagreed.