From around the league
Thursday, 2 July 2026
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Portugal world cup run becomes a Diogo Jota tribute before Croatia
Portugal's World Cup push is being framed as a tribute to Diogo Jota, with Roberto Martinez and Rúben Neves focusing on Croatia and the last 16.
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Portugal vs Croatia preview: Martinez may reshuffle midfield
Portugal vs Croatia preview: Roberto Martinez is expected to recall Joao Neves and keep Bruno Fernandes advanced as Croatia lean on Modrić.
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Folarin Balogun red card leaves USMNT with Belgium next
Pochettino, Ream and Richards blast Folarin Balogun’s red card as the USMNT head to Belgium without their top scorer.
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England Mexico tickets climb to £2,622 on FIFA resale site
England Mexico tickets start at £2,622 on FIFA’s resale site, with the most expensive seat listed above £24,000 and supply rising fast.
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World Cup Brief #7: Germany crash out, Kane passes Pelé & more
Germany are dumped out on penalties by Paraguay, Morocco knock out the Netherlands and Koeman resigns, Kane passes Pelé, Mbappé sets a knockout record and Brazil beat Japan — the 2026 World Cup brief.
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Pape Gueye says he will take a break from Senegal duty under current management
Pape Gueye says he will take a break from Senegal duty while Pape Thiaw remains in charge, after the 3-2 extra-time loss to Belgium.
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Folarin Balogun red card leaves USA with a ban they cannot appeal
Folarin Balogun was sent off in the 64th minute, the USA beat Bosnia & Herzegovina 2-0, and the one-match ban stands before Belgium.
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England vs Mexico: Tuchel asks children to watch the 1am kick-off
Tuchel has urged parents to let children stay up for England's 1am World Cup clash with Mexico, while Kane warns of the Azteca's altitude.
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Thomas Tuchel reveals Anthony Barry's idea behind Rice's right-back switch
Thomas Tuchel said Anthony Barry came up with Declan Rice's late right-back switch, and Rice called the 12-minute stint his hardest spell.
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Sebastien Desabre learns of his father’s death after England defeat
Sebastien Desabre’s post-match press conference after Congo DR’s 2-1 defeat to England turned emotional when his father’s death was announced.
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Mexico vs England World Cup record chase
Mexico have four straight World Cup clean sheets and 360 minutes without conceding, with England's 1966 mark of 442 minutes in sight.
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Malik Tillman outshone Balogun in USA's win over Bosnia & Herzegovina
Malik Tillman’s 7.9 led USA’s 2-0 win over Bosnia & Herzegovina, while Folarin Balogun scored, then saw red in a chaotic display.
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Pochettino's pride after the Balogun red card
Mauricio Pochettino said he was "so proud" after the USA beat Bosnia & Herzegovina 2-0 and reached the last 16 despite Folarin Balogun's red card.
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Malik Tillman stands out in USA win over Bosnia and Herzegovina
Malik Tillman’s late goal and 7.9 rating stood out as the USA beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in a World Cup knockout tie marked by Folarin Balogun’s
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Belgium vs Senegal: Trossard and Tielemans turn a 3-2 hole into a comeback
Belgium came back from 2-0 down to beat Senegal 3-2 after extra-time, with Trossard and Tielemans clashing before combining for the equaliser.
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USA vs Bosnia & Herzegovina: Balogun red card overshadows Pochettino’s final warning
Mauricio Pochettino called it a final, Edin Džeko warned the USA not to underestimate Bosnia & Herzegovina, and Folarin Balogun’s red card turned the
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England vs Congo DR: Kane scores twice as right side draws scrutiny
Harry Kane scored twice as England beat Congo DR 2-1, with Declan Rice moved to right-back and Noni Madueke facing sharp criticism.
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England's press gave Mexico a warning despite the Congo DR win
England beat Congo DR 2-1, but Desabre's 4-4-2 exposed Tuchel's press and offered Mexico a clear route into the last-16 tie.
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Mexico vs England preview as Aguirre backs home support
Mexico have four straight World Cup matches without conceding, and Javier Aguirre says home support has driven the run before England.