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Rafael Leão sent off in friendly and faces possible World Cup ban

Rafael Leão was shown a red card in first-half stoppage time of Portugal’s friendly against Chile after a scuffle that left the score 0–0. Chilean defender Ivan Roman was also dismissed. The confrontation began with a challenge near the corner flag between Chile right-back Felipe Faundez and João

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De Fougerolles shines as Larin’s drought deepens in Canada friendlies

Canada closed its pre-World Cup preparations with a 2-0 win over World Cup-bound Uzbekistan in Edmonton and a 1-1 draw with Ireland at a sold-out Stade Saputo in Montréal. Manager Jesse Marsch urged a positive outlook, stressing the squad is committed, fit and ready while acknowledging the team must find

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Nagelsmann explains how Karl's injury occurred

Lennart Karl (18) has suffered a serious muscle injury while striking a shot on goal and will be ruled out of the World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico. Julian Nagelsmann said the injury did not happen on the very last shot of an extra session after training; it

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Nagelsmann explains why Ouedraogo was picked over El Mala

Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann outlined the injury to Lennart Karl and the reasoning behind a surprise late call-up on the eve of the national team's friendly against the USA in Chicago. Karl suffered a torn muscle during Saturday's final training session and will miss the World

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England v New Zealand: World Cup 2026 warm-up

Let’s be honest with ourselves and each other: this really doesn’t matter that much. Not only is it a World Cup warm-up game, contested by two teams trying out a few things and making sure nobody pulls up lame, it’s also a World Cup warm-up game between

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Said El Mala reportedly causes bewilderment at 1. FC Köln

1. FC Köln's hierarchy has been left irritated after 19-year-old Said El Mala reportedly turned down a move to Brentford last week. The proposed deal would have handed Cologne €50 million—€45m plus €5m in easily achievable bonuses—and a 15% cut of any future transfer, with sporting

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Motherhood made the World Cup feel like family

It began with a onesie: Ipswich Town Tractor Boys gear that crossed the Atlantic, which I snuck onto my then-infant son just before my husband came home. Adorable, drool-covered photos went back to Ipswich, England, the epicenter of my father-in-law's family, and became a reason to connect — a

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How to watch Brazil v USA with a VPN

Travelling outside the country but still want to access your preferred streaming service? Geo-restrictions can block access, but a VPN such as ExpressVPN creates a secure, encrypted connection and lets you virtually change your location to a country where the match is being broadcast, bypassing blackout restrictions so you can

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Tuchel 'worried and concerned' after seeing photo of relaid Raymond James pitch

England manager Thomas Tuchel said he felt "a little bit worried and concerned" after seeing a journalist's photograph of the playing surface ahead of the warm-up friendly with New Zealand. The pitch at Raymond James Stadium had been relaid with grass just a week earlier as

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Lennart Karl ruled out of World Cup after training injury

Germany defender Lennart Karl (18) suffered a serious muscle injury during Friday's official training session, ruling him out of the World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico. Karl and several teammates stayed behind after the main session to work on finishing ahead of Saturday's final

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Bayern Munich exploring move for Liverpool winger Rio Ngumoha

Bayern Munich are exploring a move to sign Liverpool winger Rio Ngumoha, having identified the 17-year-old England youth international as their primary target for the left flank. Vincent Kompany and the club board are driving the pursuit, but they have not yet made formal contact with Liverpool. Liverpool have downplayed

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Why was Said El Mala left out? Karl's withdrawal and Nagelsmann's choices

Lennart Karl’s withdrawal from the World Cup is a bitter blow for the squad and for the 18-year-old himself. “It just hurts beyond words,” Karl posted on Instagram. His fearless, audacious style—often baffling at first glance yet unexpectedly effective—will be missed both on the pitch and as

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Noah Atubolu weighs surprise transfer interest amid Freiburg exit

Atubolu has one year left on his Freiburg contract, yet a summer transfer is highly likely. Freiburg have signed Mio Backhaus from Werder Bremen for €12 million as Atubolu's direct replacement and new first-choice goalkeeper. Atubolu has rejected a contract extension, so the Europa League finalists must sell

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Why all squad players will join World Cup pre-match anthems

FIFA has announced a change that will see every squad member take part in the pre-match national anthems at the World Cup. Both starting line-ups and substitutes will congregate together on the pitch ahead of kick-off. Historically only the starting eleven lined up on the playing surface facing the stadium

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Real Madrid prepare €150m bid for Michael Olise amid election battle

Real Madrid are preparing a club-record €150 million bid for Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise, with president Florentino Perez expected to press ahead amid a presidential election battle. Bayern, however, remain determined to keep the France international despite growing speculation over his future. Perez has indicated Madrid are ready to

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Tuchel: England won't block player transfers during World Cup

Thomas Tuchel has confirmed England will not block players from completing transfers during the World Cup, provided any business does not interfere with match preparations. He has adopted a pragmatic approach as several squad members continue to be linked with moves, including Morgan Rogers, Elliot Anderson and Marcus Rashford; John

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Tiger Woods set to leave rehab as girlfriend Vanessa Trump battles cancer

Tiger Woods is expected to finish a three-month rehab stay at a Switzerland treatment center by the end of the month. He entered the program after a March car crash and a subsequent DUI arrest. The timing follows girlfriend Vanessa Trump’s public disclosure in May that she was diagnosed

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David Sullivan resigns as West Ham chairman amid historic allegations

David Sullivan has resigned as West Ham chairman and director with immediate effect after learning that, in his words, "factually incorrect and entirely false, decades-old allegations" about his personal life were due to be published. He ended a 16-year spell at the club and also stepped down as

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I delayed buying a new laptop so I could afford my first World Cup trip

Worchihan Zingkhai grew up in a village in Manipur where football was everywhere despite scarce equipment. He remembers staying up until 3 a.m. to watch his first World Cup on a single black-and-white TV, when the village pooled money for generator fuel. He has watched every World Cup on

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Newcastle sign goalkeeper Ewen Jaouen in €28.5m deal

Newcastle United have reached an agreement with Stade de Reims to sign goalkeeper Ewen Jaouen in a €28.5 million deal. The 20-year-old has signed a four-year contract and is set to join Eddie Howe's side during the summer transfer window. Chelsea and Real Madrid had shown interest

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Julian Alvarez set to reject Arsenal over London move

Arsenal have suffered a setback in their pursuit of a marquee signing after Julian Alvarez indicated he is prepared to reject the club. Although Mikel Arteta's side have positioned themselves as the primary suitors, the Argentina international is reluctant to relocate to London. Pedro Fullana on SER Deportivos

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How to Watch the USATF Lone Star Grand Prix on NBC and Peacock

The 2026 Track & Field season is underway with the first USA Track & Field Tour bringing top athletes to U.S. venues. This week the tour stops at Texas A&M University for the USATF Lone Star Grand Prix, where defending Olympic gold medalists and world champions will

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Karl-Anthony Towns and Jordyn Woods lean on each other through grief

The Knicks are in the finals for the first time in 27 years, and for Karl‑Anthony Towns, 30, the run represents a dramatic personal turnaround. He survived a crash when his car was rear-ended by a semi‑truck and said he had a “5% chance of making it out

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What did Said El Mala do wrong? Karl's exit and Nagelsmann's late call-up

Lennart Karl's withdrawal from the World Cup is a bitter blow for the team and the 18-year-old himself. "It just hurts beyond words," Karl posted on Instagram. His fearless audacity—pulling off moves that initially defy logic but often pay off—will be missed. Many wanted

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Tuchel: Harry Kane in 'top shape' and ready for hot World Cup conditions

England manager Thomas Tuchel has reassured supporters that captain Harry Kane is in peak physical condition ahead of the upcoming World Cup. Despite North American temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius, the German head coach says his star striker is sharp, lean and fully prepared to lead the line. Tuchel said