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Arsenal player sends Brazil through to the Round of 16
Despite dominating much of the match, the five-time world champions struggled to break down Hajime Moriyasu’s disciplined side, which struck first in the 29th minute.
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Cape Verde captain accused of rape ahead of Argentina knockout clash
Mendes, 36, allegedly sexually assaulted a Brazilian woman hired to work as a translator for the team during their trip to New Zealand in March. The alleged incident is said to have occurred at a hotel where th...
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Qatar accused of paying ‘fake’ fans at World Cup
Each individual reportedly received a “Fanbox” containing a replica jersey and other merchandise to cheer the team, which had already been eliminated from the tournament after competing in Group B alongside Bos...
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South Africa out of World Cup after dramatic defeat to Canada
The South African men’s national football team failed to stop a 92nd-minute volley from Stephen Eustaquio that beat captain and goalkeeper Ronwen Williams, who stumbled while attempting to save the powerful low...
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Spain's Williams injured again, doubtful for Round of 32 clash
The Spanish Football Federation confirmed on Sunday that Williams sustained a “moderate” injury but still has a chance of returning later in the tournament.
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Scotland send wives and girlfriends home as World Cup hopes fade
Their group was among the first to conclude its fixtures, leaving the Scots in suspense as they awaited results from other matches to determine their fate in Group C, where they finished third.
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Uruguay cancels chartered flight after World Cup exit
As a result, players will now make their own travel arrangements and return home on separate commercial flights instead of travelling back together as a team.
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What every team needs to reach World Cup last 32
With the expanded 48-team tournament sending 32 teams into the knockout stage, every point, goal and disciplinary record could prove crucial as the group phase nears its conclusion.
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France manager Deschamps to miss Norway clash
The manager has left the Les Bleus camp, in agreement with the French Football Federation, to take compassionate leave and is expected to fly home to France to make funeral arrangements following the devastatin...
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World Cup pundit faces backlash over racist remarks directed at Black player
Bogdanović was working as a commentator for Serbia’s state broadcaster RTS during the Belgium vs Iran match when he made the remarks while discussing Ngoy’s sending-off. He questioned the focus and stamina of B...
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Iran players leave handwritten peace message after Belgium draw in Los Angeles
Off the pitch, Iran’s World Cup journey has been shaped by multiple restrictions and diplomatic complications. Several key members of their technical staff were denied entry visas into the United States, while...
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Brazil FA president rumored to be using federation money on mistresses
Samir Xaud, 42, who was elected president unopposed last year, is alleged to have flown his mistress to New York before traveling to Mexico City, where he met his wife for the World Cup opening ceremony last we...