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England reach World Cup semi-finals as Bellingham sinks Norway in extra time
England have reached the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup after Jude Bellingham scored twice, including an extra-time winner, to defeat Norway 2-1 in a gripping quarter-final. The result vindicated manager Thomas Tuchel’s call for his side to “release the handbrake” at the tournament’s business end, though the display fell well short of the cohesive…
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‘Man of all the moments’ – Bellingham gives England the lead
Jude Bellingham scored his second goal of the match to put England 2-1 ahead of Norway during extra time of their 2026 World Cup quarter-final in Miami. The strike, celebrated by BBC commentary as the work of a “man of all the moments”, moved England towards a place in the semi-finals of the tournament. England’s…
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Was VAR right to overturn England penalty?
England had a penalty overturned by the video assistant referee (VAR) during their FIFA World Cup 2026 fixture against Norway in Miami. The spot-kick had initially been awarded following contact between England’s Djed Spence and Norway’s Oscar Bobb, but the on-field decision was reversed after a VAR review determined that Spence had initiated the contact,…
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Argentina v Switzerland: World Cup 2026 quarter-final – live
The Guardian is running live coverage of the Argentina v Switzerland quarter-final at the 2026 World Cup, a knockout tie whose winner will advance to a semi-final against England, who earlier beat Norway 2-1 after extra time. The match was scheduled to kick off at 8pm local time in Kansas City (2am BST), with defending…
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Ex-WNBA player backs congressional review as league faces scrutiny over alleged Clark targeting
Former WNBA All-Star Katie Douglas has publicly supported calls for congressional scrutiny of the WNBA amid allegations that Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark is being deliberately targeted with rough play. In an appearance discussed by Fox News, Douglas argued that Clark faces heightened physicality on the court and stressed the need for change, drawing a…
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Argentina Ends Wales’ Winning Streak in Nations Championship
Argentina recorded a convincing victory over Wales in the Nations Championship, staged in San Juan. Number eight Joaquin Oviedo emerged as a standout performer, crossing twice to spearhead Argentina’s dominant display ag
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England to meet Norway in Miami World Cup quarter-final
England will face Norway in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup, in a tie to be staged in Miami. The fixture represents a significant test of England’s tournament ambitions under manager Thomas Tuchel, with Norway posing a particular threat through striker Erling Haaland, whose form makes him a major defensive concern for the Three…
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Fifa official refuses to answer BBC’s Balogun ban questions
The head of Fifa’s disciplinary committee refuses to answer BBC questions about the decision-making process which led to United States striker Folarin Balogun avoiding a ban after being sent off.
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Argentina midfield great Rattin dies aged 89
Argentina great Antonio Rattin, whose sending-off at the 1966 World Cup led to the introduction of red and yellow cards, dies aged 89.
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Retired Pro Bowl quarterback Derek Carr says multiple teams have reached out about a comeback
Derek Carr said multiple teams reached out to him this offseason about returning to the NFL, but the retired quarterback said it would take a special situation.