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Cape Verde's Duarte equalises to stun Argentina in World Cup
Deroy Duarte scored an equaliser for Cape Verde against Argentina in their World Cup round of 32 match in Miami, stunning the favourites.
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Messi scores in eighth straight World Cup match
Lionel Messi scored Argentina's opening goal against Cape Verde in Miami, marking his eighth consecutive World Cup game with a goal. The finish was described as 'sensational.'
Matches
England-Mexico World Cup match to kick off as scheduled after Fifa
Fifa reversed a plan to reschedule England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico after both football associations objected. The game will now kick off at 01:00 BST on Monday as originally planned.
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Egypt beat Australia on penalties to reach World Cup last 16
Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in Dallas, securing their first knockout win at a FIFA World Cup. Mohamed Salah scored a Panenka penalty as the Pharaohs advanced to face Argentina or Cabo Verde.
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Egypt advance to World Cup last 16 with penalty shootout win over
Egypt beat Australia on penalties to secure their first-ever World Cup knockout stage victory, advancing to the round of 16 where they will face either Argentina or Cape Verde.
Transfers
Chelsea agree deal to sign Hearts teenager Alfie Osborne
Chelsea have reached an agreement to sign 17-year-old centre back Alfie Osborne from Hearts. The Scotland U19 international has accepted the proposal, completed his medical, and signed a long-term contract.
Transfers
Ange Postecoglou appointed Al Nassr head coach on two-year deal
Ange Postecoglou has signed a two-year contract to become the new head coach of Al Nassr, replacing Jorge Jesus with immediate effect. The Australian manager previously coached Tottenham Hotspur and Celtic.
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13 Nations Qualify for FIFA World Cup Round of 16
Thirteen nations have secured their spots in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup, as announced by McDonald's.
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Switzerland Qualifies for Round of 16 at FIFA World Cup
Switzerland has secured its place in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup. The team punched its ticket to the knockout stage, as confirmed by FIFA.
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Ashour heads Egypt into lead against Australia
Emam Ashour scored a header to give Egypt the lead against Australia in their 2026 World Cup round of 32 match in Dallas.
Players
Julian Quinones: Mexico's Colombian-born World Cup threat
Julian Quinones, a Colombian-born forward naturalized for Mexico, has scored three goals at the 2026 World Cup. His path to becoming a Mexican hero includes a golden boot in the Saudi Pro League, where he outscored Cristiano Ronaldo. Mexico faces England in the round of 16 on Monday.
Guides
Playing at Altitude: 'You Can't Breathe' – Footballers on
BBC pundits Rachel Corsie and Lucas Leiva describe the physical challenges of playing football at high altitude, ahead of England's match against Mexico at Estadio Azteca, which sits 2,240 metres above sea level.
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Switzerland ends 72-year knockout drought at World Cup
Switzerland secured their first knockout win at a FIFA World Cup in 72 years, defeating Algeria 2-0 in Vancouver. Goalscorer Dan Ndoye and defender Manuel Akanji reflect on the historic achievement and look ahead to the Round of 16.
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Portugal advance to World Cup Round of 16, will face Spain; Cristiano
Portugal have qualified for the World Cup Round of 16, where they will face Spain. Cristiano Ronaldo became the oldest goalscorer in World Cup knockout stages. Croatia have been eliminated.
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Spain and Portugal Set for World Cup Round of 16 Clash
Spain will face Portugal in the Round of 16 of the World Cup. The matchup has been officially confirmed, setting up a high-stakes encounter between the two Iberian rivals.
Players
Riyad Mahrez retires from Algeria national team after World Cup exit
Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has retired from international football following a 2-0 World Cup loss to Switzerland. The 35-year-old ends his 12-year career with 120 caps and 40 goals, second all-time in both categories for Algeria.
Players
Cristiano Ronaldo Named FIFA Man of the Match for Portugal vs Croatia
Cristiano Ronaldo was officially awarded the FIFA Man of the Match for the Portugal vs Croatia match.
Players
Cristiano Ronaldo wins second Man of the Match award at World Cup
Cristiano Ronaldo has received his second Man of the Match award of the 2022 World Cup, recognizing his performance in Portugal's latest match.
Players
Ronaldo: I Will Decide National Team Future After Tournament
Cristiano Ronaldo stated he will not make a reckless decision about his national team future and will decide after the current tournament.
Players
Cristiano Ronaldo: Not Starting Is Worse Than Disallowed Goal
Cristiano Ronaldo says he suffers more when left out of the starting lineup than when a goal is disallowed or he is substituted.