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Bruno Guimarães Leads 2026 World Cup in Assists
Brazilian midfielder Bruno Guimarães has recorded four assists at the 2026 World Cup, making him the tournament's top assist provider so far.
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VAR controversy mars Germany's World Cup exit as disallowed goal
Germany's Jonathan Tah had a goal disallowed in extra time against Paraguay after VAR deemed a soft foul on the goalkeeper. The decision drew sharp criticism from Alan Shearer, Julian Nagelsmann, and Jurgen Klopp, who compared it to goals Arsenal score regularly. Paraguay won 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw.
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Germany eliminated by Paraguay on penalties at 2026 World Cup
Four-time champions Germany were knocked out of the 2026 World Cup after losing 4-3 on penalties to Paraguay, following a 1-1 draw after extra time.
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Germany vs Paraguay: 2026 World Cup penalty shootout
Relive every penalty from Germany's last 32 match against Paraguay in the 2026 World Cup.
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Germany eliminated from 2026 World Cup on penalties after Tah miss
Four-time champions Germany were knocked out of the 2026 World Cup in a penalty shootout. Jonathan Tah blazed over in sudden death before Jose Canale scored the winning spot-kick.
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Ancelotti's calmness steers Brazil past Japan into Round of 16
Carlo Ancelotti's composure under pressure helped Brazil overcome a 1-0 halftime deficit against Japan, advancing to the World Cup Round of 16. Players credit his calm demeanor and tactical adjustments for the comeback victory.
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Japan bow out with pride after Brazil defeat
Japan's World Cup run ended with a 2-1 loss to Brazil in the Round of 32. Despite taking the lead through Kaishu Sano, second-half goals from Casemiro and Gabriel Martinelli sealed their fate. Players and coach expressed pride but also regret, vowing to use the experience as fuel for future tournaments.
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Paraguay stun Germany on penalties to reach World Cup last 16
Paraguay defeated four-time world champions Germany 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32. Julio Enciso scored for Paraguay before Kai Havertz equalized for Germany. Goalkeeper Orlando Gill saved two penalties to secure a historic victory.
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Germany goal disallowed by VAR in extra time
Germany's Jonathan Tah had an extra-time goal controversially disallowed by VAR for a foul by Waldemar Anton on Paraguay goalkeeper Orlando Gill.
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Julio Enciso scores Paraguay's first knockout World Cup goal
Julio Enciso scored Paraguay's first-ever knockout stage goal at the World Cup, finding the net against Germany.
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Brazil Qualify for World Cup Round of 16
Brazil have secured their place in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup. The team advanced following their group stage performance.
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Germany come from behind to force extra time
Germany rallied from a deficit to level the match and push the game into extra time during the FIFA World Cup.
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Brazil avoid humiliation as Ancelotti's calm pays off
Brazil came from behind to beat Japan 2-1 in the World Cup last 32, avoiding their earliest exit since 1966. Coach Carlo Ancelotti's tactical adjustments at half-time, including increased crosses, sparked the comeback.
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Havertz equalises for Germany against Paraguay in last-32
Kai Havertz scored a header to level the score for Germany against Paraguay in their last-32 match.
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Paraguay take shock lead over Germany through Enciso
Julio Enciso scored to give Paraguay a surprise lead against Germany in the round of 32, potentially shaking the tournament favorites.
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Belgium vs Senegal: World Cup Round of 32 Preview
Belgium and Senegal meet in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 after both teams recovered from slow starts with emphatic group-stage wins. The match takes place on July 1 at Seattle Stadium.
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Mexico, France, Sweden headline World Cup knockout triple-header
The FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage continues with three matches on Tuesday. Côte d'Ivoire face Norway in Dallas, France take on Sweden in New York New Jersey, and co-hosts Mexico meet Ecuador in Mexico City.
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Martinelli's late winner sends Brazil through
Gabriel Martinelli scored in the 96th minute to knock out Japan and send Brazil into the round of 16.
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Portugal vs Croatia could feature two outfield players over 40 for
The Portugal vs Croatia match may be the first World Cup game with two outfield players aged over 40, highlighting a unique milestone in tournament history.
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Harry Kane set to extend Bayern Munich contract despite Barcelona
Harry Kane is expected to sign a new contract with Bayern Munich despite Barcelona making an enquiry. The 32-year-old England captain is happy in Munich and focused on the World Cup.