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Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham benched for England’s third-place play-off

Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham benched for England’s third-place play-off

Sat, 18 Jul, 2026

Kane and Bellingham wre in contention for the golden boot alongside France forward Kyliam Mbappe, who does start.
Donald Trump adds to Thomas Tuchel criticism by questioning Harry Kane role

Donald Trump adds to Thomas Tuchel criticism by questioning Harry Kane role

Sat, 18 Jul, 2026

Trump has surprisingly joined those questioning Tuchel as England ready themselves for Saturday’s unwanted bronze medal match against France.
Wayne Rooney rows Hudson River after Norway’s run to World Cup quarter-finals

Wayne Rooney rows Hudson River after Norway’s run to World Cup quarter-finals

Sat, 18 Jul, 2026

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland challenged Rooney to stick to his word.
Thomas Tuchel has ‘no regrets’ over England tactics in World Cup semi-final

Thomas Tuchel has ‘no regrets’ over England tactics in World Cup semi-final

Sat, 18 Jul, 2026

Tuchel stuck to his guns ahead of Saturday’s unwanted bronze medal match against France.
Thomas Tuchel says England’s approach ‘has to be changed’ after latest near miss

Thomas Tuchel says England’s approach ‘has to be changed’ after latest near miss

Fri, 17 Jul, 2026

England squandered the lead to lose their World Cup semi-final to Argentina, with Tuchel’s substitutions widely criticised.
Gary Lineker jokes Thomas Tuchel is ‘German spy’ in criticism of England manager

Gary Lineker jokes Thomas Tuchel is ‘German spy’ in criticism of England manager

Fri, 17 Jul, 2026

England were knocked out of the World Cup in a 2-1 defeat to Argentina.
Thomas Tuchel insists England not cursed as he takes blame for World Cup exit

Thomas Tuchel insists England not cursed as he takes blame for World Cup exit

Thu, 16 Jul, 2026

Lautaro Martinez headed home Lionel Messi’s cross in stoppage time to seal a 2-1 comeback win.
Argentina produce late comeback to end England’s World Cup hopes

Argentina produce late comeback to end England’s World Cup hopes

Wed, 15 Jul, 2026

Anthony Gordon put England ahead in the 55th minute, but Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez scored last-gasp goals for the defending champions
Thomas Tuchel feels no England burden but sees ‘absolute beauty’ of semi-final

Thomas Tuchel feels no England burden but sees ‘absolute beauty’ of semi-final

Wed, 15 Jul, 2026

The eyes of the footballing world will be on Atlanta on Wednesday evening for the clash with Argentina.
Declan Rice declared fit to start for England against Argentina

Declan Rice declared fit to start for England against Argentina

Wed, 15 Jul, 2026

Lionel Messi and Co lie in wait in Atlanta on Wednesday as the sides seek to seal a place in Sunday’s MetLife Stadium showpiece against Spain.
France boss Didier Deschamps says Spain are favourites in World Cup semi-final

France boss Didier Deschamps says Spain are favourites in World Cup semi-final

Tue, 14 Jul, 2026

The teams meet in Dallas on Tuesday night.
Reece James switches focus to Argentina after overcoming World Cup injury

Reece James switches focus to Argentina after overcoming World Cup injury

Mon, 13 Jul, 2026

James returned from his hamstring problem to help England battle past Norway in the quarter-final.
England reach World Cup semi-finals as Jude Bellingham double ends Norway’s run

England reach World Cup semi-finals as Jude Bellingham double ends Norway’s run

Sun, 12 Jul, 2026

The back-to-back European Championship finalists were made to sweat in Florida as they came from behind to seal the win in extra time.
Anthony Gordon: X-rated touchline remark from Mexico boss ‘just a bit of fun’

Anthony Gordon: X-rated touchline remark from Mexico boss ‘just a bit of fun’

Thu, 09 Jul, 2026

The England winger took Javier Aguirre’s comment as a compliment.
Jarell Quansah given two-match ban for red card against Mexico

Jarell Quansah given two-match ban for red card against Mexico

Thu, 09 Jul, 2026

The England defender was sent off after VAR reviewed his challenge on Jesus Gallardo in the last-16 tie.
Dan Burn would relish a battle with Norway striker Erling Haaland

Dan Burn would relish a battle with Norway striker Erling Haaland

Thu, 09 Jul, 2026

A place in the World Cup semi-finals is on offer in the Miami heat this weekend.
Justin Bieber to rock World Cup final as half-time show superstars are revealed

Justin Bieber to rock World Cup final as half-time show superstars are revealed

Wed, 08 Jul, 2026

Nigerian artist Burna Boy will also feature during an 11-minute broadcast at the interval.
Egypt want officials from Argentina loss thrown out of World Cup – reports

Egypt want officials from Argentina loss thrown out of World Cup – reports

Wed, 08 Jul, 2026

The Egyptians were beaten 3-2, having led 2-0.
Jordan Henderson proud to be part of ‘special’ England team after injury blow

Jordan Henderson proud to be part of ‘special’ England team after injury blow

Tue, 07 Jul, 2026

Henderson managed to get booked despite not playing a minute against Mexico and then took a painful tumble.
FIFA panel head George Weah condemns ‘reprehensible abuse’ of Kylian Mbappe

FIFA panel head George Weah condemns ‘reprehensible abuse’ of Kylian Mbappe

Tue, 07 Jul, 2026

Mbappe was targeted by abusive comments from Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla after his penalty eliminated the South American nation.
Folarin Balogun confirms he had no involvement in overturning Belgium game ban

Folarin Balogun confirms he had no involvement in overturning Belgium game ban

Tue, 07 Jul, 2026

US President Donald Trump has confirmed he personally lobbied his FIFA counterpart Gianni Infantino over Balogun’s dismissal.
Cristiano Ronaldo won’t rush call on Portugal future after his ‘last World Cup’

Cristiano Ronaldo won’t rush call on Portugal future after his ‘last World Cup’

Tue, 07 Jul, 2026

The 41-year-old’s appearance against Spain was his 223rd of a Portugal career that has so far lasted 23 years.
Mauricio Pochettino disappointed that politics overshadowed USA’s World Cup

Mauricio Pochettino disappointed that politics overshadowed USA’s World Cup

Tue, 07 Jul, 2026

The US President urged FIFA to review the striker’s suspension.
Starmer stepped in to stop Fifa moving England kick-off

Starmer stepped in to stop Fifa moving England kick-off

Mon, 06 Jul, 2026

The UK government stepped in through diplomatic channels to oppose moving the match from 1am to 7pm BST, it is understood
Donald Trump salutes England captain Harry Kane after Mexico win

Donald Trump salutes England captain Harry Kane after Mexico win

Mon, 06 Jul, 2026

The Bayern Munich striker has scored six goals at the 2026 World Cup.
England win Mexico thriller to reach World Cup quarter-finals

England win Mexico thriller to reach World Cup quarter-finals

Mon, 06 Jul, 2026

Jude Bellingham scored twice as England overcame hostility, altitude and Jarell Quansah’s red card to earn a clash with Norway.
Jordan Henderson makes light of England Viagra suggestion before Mexico clash

Jordan Henderson makes light of England Viagra suggestion before Mexico clash

Sun, 05 Jul, 2026

Reports online suggested Thomas Tuchel’s side would be able to use the drug to help combat the effects of altitude in Mexico City.
Jurgen Klopp set for talks over Germany role after Julian Nagelsmann quits

Jurgen Klopp set for talks over Germany role after Julian Nagelsmann quits

Fri, 03 Jul, 2026

The four-time world champions crashed out in the last 32 at the World Cup following a shock penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay.
Fifa says ‘heartbeat graphic’ from data inside ball got Croatia VAR call correct

Fifa says ‘heartbeat graphic’ from data inside ball got Croatia VAR call correct

Fri, 03 Jul, 2026

Fifa’s technology inside the Adidas Trionda ball showed that Igor Matanovic did get a slight touch which meant Mario Pasalic was offside.
Thomas Tuchel convinced ‘karma’ for ‘Hand of God’ will play a part at the Azteca

Thomas Tuchel convinced ‘karma’ for ‘Hand of God’ will play a part at the Azteca

Thu, 02 Jul, 2026

Diego Maradona scored with his hand the last time England played at the historic stadium in 1986.
Harry Kane demands England embrace Mexico test

Harry Kane demands England embrace Mexico test

Thu, 02 Jul, 2026

The captain’s two goals rescued his side from embarrassment against the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Thomas Tuchel: One thing will hinder England in Mexico City showdown

Thomas Tuchel: One thing will hinder England in Mexico City showdown

Thu, 02 Jul, 2026

England face the co-hosts on Monday.
Harry Kane saves England with late brace in World Cup comeback against DR Congo

Harry Kane saves England with late brace in World Cup comeback against DR Congo

Wed, 01 Jul, 2026

Kane’s men fell behind to the African nation after just seven minutes but finally fought back to set up a last-16 clash with Mexico.
Thomas Tuchel warns England there is no ‘easy route’ to World Cup success

Thomas Tuchel warns England there is no ‘easy route’ to World Cup success

Wed, 01 Jul, 2026

Tuchel spoke about his side’s penalty preparations.
England taking penalty practice extremely seriously – Noni Madueke

England taking penalty practice extremely seriously – Noni Madueke

Mon, 29 Jun, 2026

England lost out on penalties in the Euro 2020 final.
Adrien Rabiot hopes France can ease the pain of loss for boss Didier Deschamps

Adrien Rabiot hopes France can ease the pain of loss for boss Didier Deschamps

Mon, 29 Jun, 2026

The two-time winners face Sweden on Tuesday.
Thomas Tuchel warns England will be ‘punished’ if they dare look past DR Congo

Thomas Tuchel warns England will be ‘punished’ if they dare look past DR Congo

Sun, 28 Jun, 2026

Thomas Tuchel’s side will take on DR Congo in Atlanta on Wednesday.
Scotland seek new head coach as Steve Clarke resigns in wake of World Cup exit

Scotland seek new head coach as Steve Clarke resigns in wake of World Cup exit

Sun, 28 Jun, 2026

Ian Maxwell, Scottish FA chief executive, thanked Clarke for his ‘record-breaking contribution’.
Elliot Anderson fully focused on winning World Cup for England – Jarell Quansah

Elliot Anderson fully focused on winning World Cup for England – Jarell Quansah

Fri, 26 Jun, 2026

Midfielder Anderson is set to undergo a medical before completing a £116million move to Manchester City from Nottingham Forest.
Angryginge says he was abused online for ‘standing up to racism’

Angryginge says he was abused online for ‘standing up to racism’

Fri, 26 Jun, 2026

Posts on his Instagram story showed a number of abusive and threatening comments he claimed to have received.
United States can cope with 64-team World Cup – head of tournament task force

United States can cope with 64-team World Cup – head of tournament task force

Fri, 26 Jun, 2026

The door could be open for another North American finals in 2038, and could feature more than the current 48 nations involved.
Fans watching in Scotland left disappointed by heavy Brazil defeat

Fans watching in Scotland left disappointed by heavy Brazil defeat

Thu, 25 Jun, 2026

One supporter said fans now have to become ‘mathematicians’ to work out whether Scotland can still qualify.
England held by Ghana as Harry Kane misses late chance

England held by Ghana as Harry Kane misses late chance

Wed, 24 Jun, 2026

The Black Stars held out for a goalless draw in Boston.

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