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Messi misses penalty that would have set World Cup scoring record
Lionel Messi missed a penalty against Austria that would have made him the all-time leading World Cup goalscorer.
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Eze and Rice Try Baseball After Training
England and Arsenal teammates Eberechi Eze and Declan Rice unwind after training by trying their hand at baseball.
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Madueke's remarkable season: from petition to World Cup starter
Noni Madueke's journey from a controversial £50m signing to a World Cup starter for England highlights a dramatic season. The Arsenal winger helped the Gunners win their first Premier League title in 22 years and started England's World Cup opener against Croatia, winning a penalty in a 4-2 victory.
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Guardado: Mexico aiming for best-ever World Cup finish
Andres Guardado, Mexico's most-capped World Cup player, says La Tri aim for their best-ever performance in 2026. He praises the electric atmosphere in Mexico, highlights key players like Quinones and Lira, and names France, Argentina, and Morocco as tournament favorites.
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Mbappé backs Dembélé to improve and be decisive
Kylian Mbappé expressed confidence in Ousmane Dembélé, calling him calm and a Ballon d'Or winner with the trust of the group and staff. He believes Dembélé will improve and become a decisive player.
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Mbappé: I won't play at 40 like Messi and Ronaldo
Kylian Mbappé says he will not play football at 40 years old, joking that fans would have kicked him out by then, in response to a question about Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi's longevity.
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How to stop Messi, Mbappe, Haaland and Kane? Former defender offers
Four elite strikers—Messi, Mbappe, Haaland, Kane—scored multiple goals in recent friendlies, raising questions about defending them. Former Wales defender Ashley Williams analyzes each player's style and suggests defensive approaches.
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Declan Rice: Schedule is 'obscene' but players must 'get on with it'
Declan Rice called the football schedule 'obscene' and 'crazy' but said players cannot complain and must 'get on with it' for moments like winning the Premier League.
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Enzo Fernández Responds to Spain's Midfield Claim
Argentina's Enzo Fernández reacts to Luis de la Fuente's statement that Spain has the best midfield in the world, saying it's just an opinion and the truth is decided on the pitch.
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Who Am I? Guess the World Cup Star: Quiz No 15
Test your football knowledge with BBC Sport's daily 'Who Am I?' quiz. Guess the World Cup star using as few clues as possible to score points. New player every day.