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‘Sorry, old habits!’ Gary Lineker jokes with Laura Woods during surprise ITV cameo at World Cup 2026The former BBC presenter, currently starring on The Rest Is Football on Netflix, made a shock cameo on ITV’s coverage
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Julian Nagelsmann hints at Deniz Undav change after Germany striker inspires World Cup victoryThe Germany forward hit a double to secure a place in the last 32 for his side and now could feature from the first whistle against Ecuador next...
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What are World Cup 2026 yellow card rules and when are totals wiped clean?With suspensions now considered ahead of the knockout stage, managers will have to consider rotation for the final round of group stage matches
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Baseball, Ella Langley concert and cowboy boots: Inside an England squad player’s different World CupDan Burn is enjoying his time with the Three Lions both on and off the training pitch, while preparing to play if called in what is likely to be...
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‘It’s different, the freedom I have’: Cody Gakpo leaves behind Liverpool struggles with World Cup showGakpo was criticised for his form at Liverpool this season but he comes alive in a Dutch shirt and delivered again on the World Cup stage as the...
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Netherlands reveal their secret weapon at the World Cup as Sweden’s true level is exposedNetherlands 5-1 Sweden : Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey scored twice and Cody Gakpo added two more as the Dutch proved too good for Graham...
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World Cup 2026 – Group F guide: Netherlands face tough test with Japan, Sweden and TunisiaThe Dutch look to have a strong defence and midfield but will that be enough to top a tricky group?
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World Cup 2026 – Group E guide: Germany battle Ecuador’s golden generation as Curacao debutGermany have not progressed past the group stages since winning the World Cup in 2014
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Germany vs Ivory Coast LIVE: Julian Nagelsmann’s side seek to impress again and reach knockout roundsThe Germans can secure their spot in the last-32 with a win against Ivory Coast
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Roy Keane criticises England footballers’ wives for wearing partners’ names on shirtsRoy Keane has criticised the wives and girlfriends of England footballers for wearing shirts displaying their partners' surnames during the...
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Netherlands vs Sweden LIVE: Dutch take on high-flying Swedes in second Group F clashThe Dutch enter the contest in search of three points against a confident Swedish team managed by Graham Potter
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Ronaldinho, 46, emerges from retirement to join third-tier Italian clubThe Brazilian legend has not played professional football in 11 years
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2026 Concacaf W Championship Schedule Confirmed; Tickets Now on Sale - concacaf.com2026 Concacaf W Championship Schedule Confirmed; Tickets Now on Sale concacaf.com
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If Alexis Mac Allister wants a new contract at Liverpool, he’s got to earn itWhen the giants from the Spanish capital visit Anfield, Alexis Mac Allister has a habit of commanding attention. In 2024, Real Madrid arrived...
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Is Liverpool v Atletico Madrid on TV? How to watch Champions League fixture tonightLiverpool begin their Champions League campaign at home to Atletico Madrid as Andoni Iraola gets his first taste of European football...
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Is Napoli v Arsenal on TV? How to watch Champions League fixture tonightArsenal begin their quest for Champions League glory with a potentially tough test at Napoli . The Gunners suffered heartbreak as they lost...
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Is Chelsea v Leeds on TV? How to watch Carabao Cup third-round clash tonightChelsea host rivals Leeds United at Stamford Bridge in a Carabao Cup third-round clash. This is a rematch of last season’s FA Cup...
