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World Cup 2026 LIVE: England snub Alexander-Arnold for emergency call-up after late injury blowTino Livramento has been ruled out injured in a blow for England boss Thomas Tuchel, with Trevoh Chalobah called up ahead of Trent...
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World Cup 2026 winner forecast: An algorithm predicts the championThe machine learning algorithm and subsequent simulations are fueled by data, expert knowledge and statistical models
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USMNT legend urges team to ride World Cup momentum after dream start against ParaguayThe US thrashed Paraguay in their opening World Cup match last Friday
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Meet the Swedish baron starring at the 2026 World CupGustaf Lagerbielke featured in Sweden’s 5-1 win over Tunisia on Sunday
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Why England boss Thomas Tuchel is wrong not to call up Trent Alexander-Arnold for World CupComment: Trevoh Chalobah will replace the luckless Tino Livramento in the 26-man squad yet Tuchel again ignoring Alexander-Arnold – now...
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How will England line up against Croatia in their 2026 World Cup opener?Thomas Tuchel’s side face Croatia in Dallas on Wednesday as their World Cup campaign finally begins
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Why US World Cup chants are being mocked — and what makes a football anthem truly greatFans in the US have been mocked on social media for chants such as “I believe that we will win” and “U-S-A! U-S-A!”
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FA chief explains decision to hand Thomas Tuchel new England contract before World CupThomas Tuchel was handed a new contract ahead of the World Cup
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Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha’s Instagram following skyrockets after World Cup heroics against SpainVozinha produced an inspired performance to keep Spain at bay on Monday
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Why this exhilarating Canadian city I once called home is the perfect World Cup hostFood, football and thrills blend seamlessly in Canada’s dynamic multicultural metropolis, says James March
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England call up surprise choice to replace Tino Livramento in World Cup squadThe Three Lions open their campaign against Croatia on Wednesday but will be without an option at the back
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Is France vs Senegal on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup matchEverything you need to know as World Cup favourites France face controversial Afcon runners-up Senegal
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Manchester City vs Aston Villa: Latest City team news & predicted City starting eleven ahead of today’s matchManchester City vs Aston Villa: Latest City team news & predicted City starting eleven ahead of today’s match Manchester City return to...
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Why Tottenham v Arsenal could define their seasonsArsenal's Alessia Russo has scored more goals against Tottenham than any other opponent - but has only one league goal so far in 2026-27 [Getty...
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Barcelona praise Lionel Messi after key award win – “Making Barcelona great”Barcelona praise Lionel Messi after key award win – “Making Barcelona great” Joan Laporta’s fractured relationship with Lionel Messi is well...
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Why Tottenham v Arsenal could define their seasons - live on BBC OneWith Tottenham stuttering and Arsenal floundering, these fierce rivals both need a victory in Saturday's showdown, live on BBC One.
