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'We kept believing': Tuchel pleased with England fight in victory over D.R. Congo
AFP · 46 minutes ago
England coach Thomas Tuchel said his team had never stopped "believing" after making a terrible start in their come-from-behind World Cup win against the Democratic Republic of Congo on Wednesday.
Messi, Mbappe, Haaland, Kane: A World Cup Golden Boot race to remember
Joel Barnett in · one hour ago
The race for the Golden Boot is gathering pace after Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland all found the net to fire England, France and Norway into the last 16, while Argentina captain Lionel Messi is once again in contention to finish as the tournament's leading scorer in a thrilling race to the final.
'Complete surprise': Pereira confirms Nottingham Forest sacking before club
AFP · one hour ago
Vitor Pereira said he was taken by "complete surprise and without any warning" after confirming on Wednesday that he had been let go as head coach of Nottingham Forest with immediate effect.
Danish striker Isaksen become fourth Lazio player to undergo groin surgery within a year
Svend Bertil Fra · one hour ago
Italian Serie A club Lazio has confirmed that Gustav Isaksen has undergone surgery today to resolve a long-standing groin inflammation. It's unknown how long he will be ruled out for. Gustav Isaksen has become the fourth Lazio player to undergo groin surgery in less than a year, as the club is planning to make drastic changes in the medical department.
Captain Kane at the double as Three Lions roar back to edge D.R. Congo at the death
Chris Wilson · 3 hours ago
England made hard work of their Round of 32 tie against DR Congo, but a double from captain Harry Kane saw them claim a 2-1 win, firing the Three Lions into the last 16 of the FIFA World Cup (WC), having initially trailed.
Odegaard: Norway's reliable captain and chief conductor at the World Cup
Pavel Křiklan · 3 hours ago
Norway's footballers are fresh off celebrating their first-ever win in the World Cup knockouts. Alongside their almost infallible striker Erling Haaland, Arsenal midfielder Martin Odegaard is steering their Viking longship forward, with his performances at the tournament on the rise.
Ronaldo and Modric set to make more history but struggling to defy Father Time
AFP · 3 hours ago
Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric will make history when two outfield players aged over 40 face off for the first time in a World Cup as Portugal take on Croatia in Friday's last-32 clash.
Bayern announce signing of Morocco midfielder Ismael Saibari from PSV
AFP · 4 hours ago
Bayern Munich on Wednesday announced the signing of Morocco midfielder Ismael Saibari from Dutch side PSV Eindhoven until 2031.
Promising Danish midfielder Bidstrup joins Lyon from Red Bull Salzburg
Svend Bertil Fra · 4 hours ago
After three years in the services of Red Bull Salzburg, former Danish Under-21 international Mads Bidstrup will continue his career with Olympique Lyonnais.
Barca president Laporta confirms club have bid for Atletico striker Alvarez
AFP · 4 hours ago
Barcelona have made a transfer offer for Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, the Catalan club's president, Joan Laporta, said Wednesday.
Brighton reportedly agree deal to sign talented Tottenham defender Luka Vuskovic
Alex Roberts / T · 5 hours ago
Brighton have reportedly agreed a deal with Tottenham to sign young defender Luka Vuskovic
Chelsea confirm addition of Italy defender Marco Palestra from Atalanta
AFP · 7 hours ago
Chelsea have signed Italy defender Marco Palestra from Atalanta, the Premier League club announced Wednesday.
Flashscore sources: Chelsea remain keen on Granit Xhaka despite Sunderland resistance
Dean Jones · 7 hours ago
Chelsea have not been fully deterred by Sunderland’s stance that Granit Xhaka is not for sale.
Belgium face difficult striker decision in World Cup clash against Senegal
François Miguel · 7 hours ago
After an unconvincing group stage, Belgium have drawn Senegal in the World Cup round of 32. In attack, manager Rudi Garcia has wavered between starting Charles de Ketelaere and Romelu Lukaku, two players with completely different profiles that highlight the French manager’s uncertainty.
Emerse Fae blames Ivory Coast World Cup exit on lack of maturity after Norway defeat
Dennis Mabuka in · 7 hours ago
Ivory Coast head coach Emerse Fae attributed the team’s 2026 FIFA World Cup elimination to a lack of experience after a late goal handed Norway a 2-1 victory in Tuesday’s Round of 32 clash at Dallas Stadium.
Why Pitso Mosimane is the logical option for next Bafana Bafana coach
Nick Said · 7 hours ago
Pitso Mosimane has emerged as the number one choice to replace Hugo Broos as Bafana Bafana coach for what would be a third spell in charge of the national side.
World Cup LIVE: Congo look to cause upset against England before Belgium vs Senegal
Flashscore · 10 hours ago
The round of 32 continues to heat up this evening as Thomas Tuchel's England return to centre stage against one of the World Cup's surprise packages - D.R Congo. That is followed by fascinating clashes between Belgium and Senegal, and the co-hosts USA vs Bosnia & Herzegovina. It is not a day to miss!
Marseille appoint Bruno Genesio as head coach after Habib Beye's short-lived reign
Reuters · 10 hours ago
Marseille have appointed Bruno Genesio as head coach, the Ligue 1 club announced on Wednesday, following the departure of Habib Beye after four months in charge.
Liverpool unveil new signing Jeremy Jacquet ahead of 2026/27 season
Hugo Filipe Mart · 10 hours ago
French centre-back Jeremy Jacquet was unveiled this Wednesday as Liverpool's new signing. The youngster, just 20 years old, arrives from Rennes.
Danish international star striker Vangsgaard joins Aston Villa from Juventus
Flashscore · 11 hours ago
29-year old Danish international striker Amalie Vangsgaard has joined Aston Villa from Serie A side Juventus for an undisclosed fee.
