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Queiroz questions VAR after Ghana denied penalty
Ghana manager Carlos Queiroz questioned the effectiveness of VAR after his team was not awarded a penalty in their match against England.
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Scotland's World Cup hopes: Can they advance as third-place finishers?
Scotland face a tough path to the knockout stage, likely needing to be among the best third-place teams. With a win or draw against Brazil they can advance automatically, but a loss could leave them vulnerable to goal difference. Their fate may not be known until Sunday.
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Scotland on 'brink of history' ahead of Brazil World Cup tie
Scotland fans believe their team is on the 'brink of history' as they prepare to face Brazil in a crucial World Cup match. A win or draw would secure Scotland's first-ever place in the knockout stages. Tens of thousands of Tartan Army members have traveled to Miami for the game.
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Scotland face Brazil in pivotal World Cup clash
Scotland aim for first win over Brazil in 11 meetings as they seek to advance to the knockout stage for the first time. A draw or narrow loss could still be enough depending on other results.
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Who Am I? Guess the World Cup Star – Day 17
BBC Sport's daily football quiz challenges readers to identify a World Cup star using minimal clues. Today's player is set by Huzaifah Khan. Score points by guessing correctly after as few clues as possible.
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World's oldest football in Miami for Scotland's Brazil match
The world's oldest football, dating from 1540-1570, has traveled from Stirling Castle to Miami for Scotland's World Cup match against Brazil. The ball will be displayed at the Coral Gables Museum and at the match, highlighting its historical connection to Mary, Queen of Scots.
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Croatia beats Panama 1-0, eliminates them from World Cup
Croatia defeated Panama 1-0 in a hard-fought World Cup match, eliminating Panama from the tournament. Ante Budimir scored the only goal in the 54th minute, while Luka Modric celebrated his 200th international cap.
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Three Lions fans become World Cup stars with lion costumes
Glenn, Eve and Howard Hawkins from Wallingford have become viral sensations at the 2026 World Cup, dressing as lions inspired by England's iconic three lions badge. The family was spotted on global TV coverage celebrating goals, drawing attention from fans worldwide.
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Colombia beat DR Congo to reach World Cup last 32
Colombia secured their place in the 2026 World Cup knockout stage with a 1-0 win over DR Congo, thanks to a deflected strike from Daniel Munoz.
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Queiroz's World Cup Clean Sheet Record: 8 in 15 Games
Carlos Queiroz has kept eight clean sheets in 15 World Cup matches, with nine of those games (and three clean sheets) coming as Iran manager.
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England held to dull draw by Ghana, prolonging knockout wait
England's second group-stage match ended in a lackluster draw against Ghana, failing to secure progression to the knockout stage. The Three Lions lacked a cutting edge against a spirited Black Stars side at the Boston Stadium.
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England face unexpected World Cup consequence after dull draw with
England's 0-0 draw with Ghana at the Boston Stadium leaves the Three Lions without momentum ahead of a crucial group stage match. The result may not impact the group standings significantly but could have physical and psychological effects, as England cannot rest players for Panama before a demanding schedule begins.
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Ancelotti aims to end Brazil's 24-year World Cup drought
Carlo Ancelotti faces the media ahead of Brazil's World Cup clash with Scotland, with questions focused on Neymar's return and Vinicius Jr.'s form. The Italian manager seeks to end Brazil's 24-year wait for a World Cup title.
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Guehi and Spence start for England against Ghana
Marc Guehi and Djed Spence have been named in England's starting lineup for their World Cup group stage match against Ghana.
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FIFA President Says Hydration Breaks Not for Revenue
FIFA President Gianni Infantino stated that hydration breaks at the World Cup are purely a sporting matter and bring no additional revenue for FIFA. The breaks, introduced to combat extreme heat, have drawn mixed reactions from players, coaches, and fans.
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Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Lionel Messi's World Cup Career
Lionel Messi celebrates his 39th birthday while shining at another World Cup. This 10-question quiz tests your memory of the Argentina legend's World Cup journey. Challenge yourself and see how well you know one of football's greatest number 10s.
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Croatia edge Panama to stay alive in World Cup
Croatia secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Panama in Group L, earning their first points of the tournament and keeping their hopes of advancing to the last 32 alive. The loss eliminates Panama from World Cup contention.
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England's reality check: No panic but concerns remain after Ghana draw
England's 0-0 draw with Ghana was a sobering reality check after their thrilling opening win against Croatia. Despite dominating possession, Thomas Tuchel's side lacked creativity against a resilient Ghana defense. England still lead Group L and can secure top spot against Panama, but questions remain about their attacking solutions.
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Ronaldo makes history as Portugal thrash Uzbekistan 5-0
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice to become the first player to score in six World Cups as Portugal defeated Uzbekistan 5-0. The 41-year-old also became Portugal's all-time leading World Cup scorer with 10 goals.
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Ghana denied penalty against England, says Queiroz
Ghana manager Carlos Queiroz claimed his side should have been awarded a late penalty against England after Ezri Konsa appeared to bring down Prince Kwabena Adu. Replays showed Konsa made no contact with the ball, but VAR did not intervene, leading to criticism from pundits.