France24 - Sports (A week ago)

Mikel Merino broke the deadlock in injury time as Spain continue their perfect run with a 1-0 win. Portugal's exit means Cristiano Ronaldo played his final game at the World Cup, as he confirmed he's retiring from international football. Spain will face Belgium next after Rudi Garcia's side thrashed the United States 4-1 following the controversy...

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France24 - Sports (A week ago)

Donald Trump intervention wasn't enough. Belgium have beaten and knocked the United States out of the World Cup. A 4-1 victory for the Red Devils in a match where all eyes were on Florian Balogun, the US striker who had been shown a red card and was not due to play until FIFA lifted his suspension followin an appeal by Donald...

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A week ago)

One of the few certainties of World Cup football has been rocked after Donald Trump lobbied FIFA to overturn a US red card suspension. The decision has caused outrage but it isn't completely without precedent.

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France24 - Sports (A week ago)

Spain have qualified for the World Cup quarter-finals after beating Portugal (1-0). Football star Cristiano Ronaldo has played his final World Cup match.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

The striker left little impact on the game as the US became the last World Cup co-host to be eliminated from the tournament.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

The striker left little impact on the game as the US became the last World Cup host to be eliminated from the tournament.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Charles De Ketalaere scored twice as Belgium brought the United States' World Cup party to a shattering halt on Monday, thrashing the tournament co-hosts 4-1 to set up a quarter-final showdown with Spain. The buildup to the match was overshadowed by a row over US President Donald Trump's extraordinary intervention to earn a red-card reprieve for...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Kylian Mbappé condemned a Paraguayan senator on Monday for making racist comments about him after France's World Cup last-16 victory over Paraguay, calling her "despicable" and "not worthy" of her position. The remarks sparked widespread condemnation from French officials, including President Emmanuel Macron.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Charles De Ketalaere scored twice as Belgium thumped the US 4-1 in their World Cup last-16 clash to end the co-hosts' World Cup dream. The buildup to the match was overshadowed by a row over US President Donald Trump's extraordinary intervention to earn a red-card reprieve for striker Folarin Balogun. Read our blog to see how the match unfolded.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Substitute Mikel Merino scored an injury-time winner as European champions Spain beat Iberian rivals Portugal in a tense last-16 encounter to book a place in the World Cup quarter-finals and put an end to Cristiano Ronaldo's career on football's biggest stage.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Mexico-England ended in a 3-2 victory for the Three Lions at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City. In Chelsea, on the outskirts of Boston, the Mexican community turned out in force to watch the game.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Mexico has fully embraced its role as a World Cup host. Visitors are raving about the atmosphere and say they wish that there were more knockout-stage matches in Mexico as opposed to in the United States.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Substitute ​Mikel Merino scored in ​added time as Spain edged Portugal 1-0 to reach the World Cup quarter-finals on Monday,  extending La Roja's run without conceding ​a goal and putting an end to Cristiano Ronaldo's career on football's biggest stage. Read our blog to see how the match unfolded.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Slovenian cyclist Tadej Pogacar won stage three of the Tour de France Monday, taking the yellow jersey from his rival Jonas Vingegaard. 

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

It has been claimed that following Germany's World Cup exit, some fans launched a petition seeking to ban "African" and "Muslim" players from the national team — and that DW reported the story. This is not true.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

The Three Lions defied high altitude and a roaring home crowd to beat Mexico 3-2. Man of the match Jude Bellingham scored twice in the space of two minutes while Harry Kane's penalty kept England ahead of a fierce Mexico team. Meanwhile five-time champions Brazil were knocked-out by Norway, as Erling Haaland did what he does best to seal the win...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

England has won a nerve-racking World Cup classic 3-2 against Mexico on July 6 to reach the quarterfinals, after Jude Bellingham scored two goals and Harry Kanes scored a penalty. Norway has also made history by reaching the round of 8 for the first time, after disqualifying Brazil. FRANCE 24's James Vasina tells us more on what to know from the...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Belgium have been granted the right to appeal FIFA's decision to overturn US striker Folarin Balogun's suspension, The Athletic reported on Monday, which reportedly took place after an intervention from US President Donald Trump.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

The German Football Associationand national team coach Nagelsmann have parted ways after Germany's poor display at the 2026 World Cup.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Norway beat Brazil 2–1 in the World Cup round of 16. Erling Haaland scored twice (79', 90') and is now level with Messi and Mbappé in the goalscoring charts (7).

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Neymar said Sunday he is done playing for Brazil's national team, making the announcement shortly after the five-time champions were knocked out of the World Cup with a 2-1 loss to Norway in the round of 16.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Ten-man England defeated co-hosts Mexico 3-2 to reach the World Cup quarter-finals on Sunday after a rip-roaring battle at the Estadio Azteca, thanks ‌to Jude Bellingham's quick-fire double and a Harry Kane penalty. Next up for the Three Lions are Norway, who stunned five-time champions Brazil with an Erling Haaland brace.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Ten-man England clinched a famous 3-2 win at the Azteca Stadium on Sunday as they held off a spirited Mexico fightback to set up a World Cup quarter-final against Norway. Jude Bellingham scored twice and Harry Kane netted from the penalty spot to hand the battling Mexicans their first-ever World Cup defeat at the iconic venue. Read our blog to...

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

US President Donald Trump reportedly called Gianni Infantino to ask him to lift Falorin Balogun's red card ban to allow him to play against Belgium. The Belgian FA has called the decision "astonishing."

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Erling Haaland scored a brace and Orjan Nyland saved a first-half penalty as Norway downed five-time champions Brazil 2-1 to book a place in the World Cup quarter-finals, where they will face either Mexico or England. Neymar pulled a goal back deep into stoppage time with Brazil's second spot-kick of the match.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

US President Donald Trump called FIFA president Gianni Infantino and asked him to review the World Cup suspension of US striker Folarin Balogun, the US president confirmed Monday. FIFA later lifted Balogun's one-match ban, clearing him to face Belgium in the last 16 after his red card against Bosnia.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

​Erling Haaland scored twice late ​in the second half as Norway stunned five-times champions Brazil 2-1 ​in ‌the World Cup ⁠round of 16 on Sunday to ‌reach the quarter-finals. The five-time champions, who missed their first World Cup penalty since 1986, sunk to their earliest exit in 36 years. Read our blog to see how the match...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Isaac del ​Toro persevered, despite a mechanical issue and a prolonged ​wait ‌to ⁠change his bike, to ‌mount a late challenge ⁠and win the second stage of ​the Tour ‌de France in a time trial in Barcelona on Sunday, becoming the ‌second Mexican rider to ​win a stage at the race after Raul ​Alcala.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Jonas Vingegaard took an early lead in his quest for a third Tour de France title ​as the Visma-Lease a Bike rider recorded the fastest time in stage one – a 19.6-km team time trial in Barcelona on Saturday. Last year's runner-up Vingegaard, who won the race in 2022 and 2023, finished ​12 seconds ahead ‌of Slovenian rival Tadej Pogacar,...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Kylian Mbappe scored from the penalty spot as France overcame searing heat and stubborn defence to beat Paraguay 1-0 and set up a World Cup quarter-final against Morocco on Saturday.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Kylian Mbappe scored from the penalty spot as France overcame searing heat and stubborn defence to beat Paraguay 1-0 and set up a World Cup quarter-final against Morocco on Saturday.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Kylian Mbappé scored the only goal of the game from a second-half penalty as France beat Paraguay in a cagey Round of 16 tie in Philadelphia on Saturday. Les Bleus will take on Morocco in the quarter-finals on Thursday in Boston.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

️ Les Bleus secured their place in the World Cup 2026 quarter-finals after a very tense match against #Paraguay , marked by numerous fouls that went unpunished. Despite the intensity, the #French players reacted with composure after the final whistle, focusing on qualification rather than the controversy.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

#France beat #Paraguay 1-0 on Saturday in a frustrating and tense Round of 16 clash, controlling large stretches of the game but needing a Kylian #Mbappé penalty to finally break through. Here's what France fans in Philly had to say about the game.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

France edged past a stubborn and physical Paraguay side thanks to a penalty kick by Kylian Mbappé (1-0), sealing their place in the World Cup 2026 quarterfinals after a frustrating but dominant display. They will take on Morocco on Thursday. 

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

France edged past Paraguay 1-0 in the Round of 16 of the World Cup 2026, maintaining their perfect tournament record and moving one step closer to another global title. Les Bleus' dominant group stage performances have established them as genuine contenders, while Paraguay's resistance was eventually broken by a Kylian Mbappé penalty after a tense...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Morocco secured their passage to the quarter-finals with a 3-0 victory over Canada in Houston, with Selim Ounahi's double proving decisive. The Lions of the Atlas overcame a difficult first half to eventually overwhelm their North American hosts and progress as one of the tournament's standout sides.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Danish cyclist Jonas Vingegaard's Visma-Lease a Bike outfit came first in the opening team time-trial of this year's Tour de France in Barcelona on Saturday. Slovenian rival Tadej Pogacar, who put in a strong performance, is hoping to become the fifth cyclist to win the Tour de France five times.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

France are bracing for furnace-like temperatures when they face Paraguay in Philadelphia in the World Cup's last 16 on Saturday as co-hosts Canada prepare for a daunting date with African giants Morocco in Houston. With a brutal heatwave roasting swathes of the United States as it celebrates July 4th, Les Bleus take on Paraguay at Lincoln Financial...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

The All Blacks began their 2026 Nations Championship tenure with a narrow win over France on Saturday, with freshly appointed coach Dave Rennie promising the team was only going to get better as they head into future matches.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

The reigning World Cup champions were pushed all the way to the brink by an impressive Cape Verde team in their Round of 32 clash, needing an own goal in extra-time to emerge 3-2 victors. Lionel Messi scored the 20th World Cup goal of his career.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Thomas Tuchel's stuttering England are an ideal target for co-hosts Mexico as they seek a prestigious World Cup win in their final game at the near-impregnable Azteca stadium, the scene of the infamous Maradona handball that still haunts the Three Lions decades later.  

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Colombia booked their place in the last 16 with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ghana in Kansas City. Jhon Arias' early goal proved decisive as the Cafeteros dominated proceedings but failed to add to their advantage, ultimately holding on through Ghana's second-half pressure. Colombia will take on Switzerland on Tuesday. 

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Colombia secured the final last 16 berth at the World Cup 2026 with a 1-0 victory over Ghana in Kansas City, claiming the last remaining Round of 16 spot. The Cafeteros' hard-fought triumph sees them advance to face Switzerland next Tuesday. Relive the match via our liveblog. 

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Argentina eliminated a heroic Cape Verde side 3-2 in an extraordinary Round of 32 encounter at Miami after a pulsating extra-time period that tested the defending champions to their limit. The Albiceleste's resilience was matched only by the Blue Shaks' refusal to surrender, with the match swinging dramatically multiple times before Cristian...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Mohamed Salah coolly tucked away a panenka penalty as Egypt beat Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout to clinch their first win in a World Cup knockout match, after their round of 32 match finished even at 1-1. They will face either Argentina or Cape Verde in the last 16.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

The round of 16 World Cup match between England and Mexico could be moved forward to noon local time on Sunday due to a risk of storms and flodding near Mexico City's Aztecaon stadium, local media reported. Fifa has yet to confirm the time change.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

After 14 years of pragmatic football under their risk-averse manager Didier Deschamps, World Cup favourites France have unleashed their full attacking potential for his last tournament at the helm, to the delight of French and other fans in awe of a formidable armada that includes the likes of Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé and Michael Olise.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

#WorldCup2026: AI-generated videos of French captain Kylian #Mbappé dressed as a #dictator and giving orders to his teammates have taken over social media - a joke which the French team have embraced by nicknaming Mbappé "Mobut", in reference to the dictator #Mobutu Sese Seko.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Minnows Cape Verde hope to continue their World Cup fairytale on Friday as they face Argentina, and footballing legend Lionel Messi. The Atlantic archipelago became the smallest ever nation to reach the knockout rounds of a World Cup by earning unexpected draws with Spain, Uruguay and Saudi Arabia.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

#WorldCup2026: AI-generated videos of French captain Kylian #Mbappé dressed as a #dictator and giving orders to his teammates have taken over social media - a joke which the French team have embraced by nicknaming Mbappé "Mobut", in reference to the dictator #Mobutu Sese Seko.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

In one of the worst-kept secret in football, the former Dortmund and Liverpool coach looks to be on the verge of becoming Germany's new boss.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

The 2026 Tour de France will open with a short, fast, team time-trial in Barcelona on Saturday, the first round of the battle to decide who will wear the coveted yellow jersey on the Champs-Élysées in Paris. Many of the tougher mountainous stages are packed into the final week, but there will be opportunities to make a difference before then.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Though the popularity of the World Cup continues to grow, its organizing body, FIFA, has arguably never been less popular. So why does football still need FIFA? And is there any way out?

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

These Round of 32 matches are definitely full of twists. Portugal came back from 1-0 down to beat Croatia in Toronto. Goncalo Ramos scored a stoppage-time winner after Cristiano Ronaldo had earlier equalised from the penalty spot. 

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Switzerland secured their passage to the last 16 with a disciplined 2-0 victory over Algeria in Vancouver, with goals from Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye proving decisive. The Nati finally broke their curse in knockout football, while the Fennecs' tournament ended in disappointment after showing early promise.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Portugal booked their place in the World Cup 2026 round of 16 after a 2-1 win over Luka Modric's Croatia in Toronto, decided by a stoppage-time goal from Gonçalo Ramos. Cristiano Ronaldo and his teammates will face Spain on Monday. 

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric met in a dramatic Round of 32 clash in Toronto, with two football icons once again sharing a World Cup stage that could mark the end of their international journeys. The former Real Madrid teammates led Portugal and Croatia into a tense knockout battle, which Portugal ultimately won 2–1 thanks to a stoppage-time...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Spain booked their place in the World Cup last 16 with an emphatic 3-0 win over Austria on Thursday, producing another polished performance that rarely gave their opponents a foothold.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

France's "les Bleus" are back in training after their large victory over Sweden, 3-0. They will face Paraguay in Philadelphia on July 4th.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Austria and Algeria's dramatic 3-3 World Cup draw sparked online claims that the match was fixed to send both teams into the knockout stage at Iran's expense. Conspiracy theories, misleading videos and fake FIFA notices have fuelled the speculation, with some dubbing it the "Disgrace of Kansas City" in a nod to the infamous 1982 "Disgrace of...

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Three nationalities, five languages and soon to be resident in a fourth country: Ismael Saibari, the star of Morocco's World Cup so far, has signed for Bayern Munich. But he has business to finish with the Atlas Lions.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

We've now seen two of the most thrilling games at the World Cup so far, with tears of joy for some, and of sadness and shock for others. Senegal were four minutes away from securing a place in the Round of 16 before Belgium turned their 2-0 deficit around to equalise, before winning in extra time. DR Congo stunned England when they opened the score...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

DR Congo's World Cup dream has come to an end after the Leopards lost to the Three Lions during a nail-biting game on July 1. Despite having a 1-0 lead in the first half of the game, DR Congo was disqualified after England's Harry Kane scored two goals in the second half. But fans aren't too disappointed, as it was the first time in decades that DR...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Fervent support for football giants Argentina and Brazil has sparked a political and religious row in Bangladesh after a hardline preacher called on supporters to take down flags of the South American nations and replace them with Islamic flags in an effort to counter the World Cup fever that has gripped the country.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

The mandatory hydration breaks at the 2026 World Cup have sparked debate in the stands, on the pitch, and far beyond.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Harry Kane rescued England's campaign by scoring a brace to beat DR Congo (2-1). Belgium came from behind to overcome Senegal (3-2).

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

The U.S. was often mocked leading up to this World Cup for not being a "soccer” country, but what about its fans? Antoine Besse went to a bar in Boston during a game to check out the atmosphere.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Folarin Balogun scored before being sent off as the United States defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 on Wednesday to reach the World Cup last 16. Balogun struck just before halftime but was later dismissed following a nasty clash with Bosnia's Tarik Muharemovic. Malik Tillman sealed a US victory with a free kick, setting up a last-16 clash with...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Belgium staged an extraordinary second-half comeback to eliminate Senegal 3-2 in an epic Round of 32 encounter in Seattle, advancing to the last 16 after Youri Tielemans' coolly converted penalty in extra time. The Diables Rouges erased a two-goal deficit in a remarkable turnaround that sends them through despite Senegal's dominant first-half...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Harry Kane scored twice to rescue England from the brink of a humiliating World Cup last-32 exit on Wednesday with a come-from-behind 2-1 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo in Atlanta. DR Congo had threatened to pull off one of the greatest upsets in World Cup history after winger Brian Cipenga fired the lowly-ranked African qualifiers...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Les Bleus have so far won four out of four games at the 2026 World Cup, turning in commanding performances that have showcased the depth of talent within the French squad. But with pundits tipping France to cruise to victory in the finals, Coach Didier Deschamps has warned his team's biggest enemy could be over-confidence.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

England survived a major scare in Atlanta, coming from behind to beat a spirited DR Congo side 2-1 thanks to a late Harry Kane brace. Goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi produced a heroic display but could not prevent the Three Lions from sealing victory and a qualification for the World Cup round of 16, where they will face Mexico. 

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Thomas Tuchel's England survived a major scare in Atlanta, coming from behind to beat underdogs DR Congo 2-1 thanks to a late Harry Kane brace, booking their place in the World Cup Round of 16. Relive our live minute-by-minute commentary to see how it unfolded.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Hamburg have presented Kathleen Krüger as the club's new board member responsible for sport. She is the first woman to fill such a role at a Bundesliga club on a permanent basis.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Didier Deschamps' side impressed once again as they raced past Sweden 3-0 and will face Paraguay next. Michael Olise provided two assists and is now just one short of equaling Pelé's record in a single World Cup. Meanwhile, Mexico recorded their fourth clean sheet and are the only side not to have let a single goal in after they beat Ecuador 2-0....

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Germany are out of the World Cup earlier than expected for the third straight time. How did this happen?

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Kylian Mbappe extended his red-hot scoring streak to fire France past Sweden and into the last 16 of the World Cup on June 30. Mbappe took his tally for the tournament to six goals - making him joint top-scorer alongside Lionel Messi - with a superb double as France strolled past the Swedes 3-0. FRANCE 24's Selina Sykes tells us more.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

France have booked their place in the World Cup Last 16 after a 3-0 win over Sweden. Kylian Mbappe scored two more goals giving him six so far this tournament. It was the first match back for coach Didier Deschamps after his mother's funeral and saw the whole French team unite with him as they go through the next round. It also settles Mbappe...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Mbappe reached 18 goals scored in 18 World Cup game after a brace in France's game against Sweden, which 'Les Bleus' won easily to reach the round of 16. Mexico is also continuing its perfect run after winning 2-0 against Ecuador, its first win in the knockout stages in 1986 and their fourth clean sheet in this year's tournament. FRANCE 24's James...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

In a World Cup co-hosted by a country waging war on their homeland, the odds were always stacked against Iran's Team Melli, who narrowly missed out on the knockout stage despite being undefeated. Their players departed North America on Tuesday, mocked by a senior official in the Trump administration but saluted by fans at their replacement...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

France secured a comfortable 3-0 victory over Sweden in the World Cup knockout stage. Les Bleus will face Paraguay in the round of 16 on July 4.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Mexico ended a 40-year wait for a World Cup knockout-stage victory on Tuesday, beating Ecuador 2-0 to reach the last 16. Goals from Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez secured El Tri's first win beyond the group stage since the 1986 tournament they hosted.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

France secured their passage to the round of 16 with a commanding 3-0 victory over Sweden at MetLife Stadium, with Kylian Mbappé scoring twice to extend his World Cup legacy. The Bleus' clinical finishing and tactical superiority proved too much for the Scandinavians as France maintained their perfect tournament record and advanced with authority.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

France began their knockout campaign against Sweden looking to maintain their unbeaten record after three consecutive group stage victories. Les Bleus dominated the Scandinavians throughout, with Kylian Mbappé scoring twice and Bradley Barcola adding a third to secure an emphatic 3-0 victory. They will then face Paraguay. Relive our liveblog to...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Norway survived an Ivory Coast comeback to progress to the round of 16 with a hard-fought 2-1 victory in Arlington. Erling Haaland's late winner proved decisive as the Drillos held their nerve when it mattered most, withstanding a relentless African assault that saw the Elephants equalise through Amad Diallo's brilliant strike before the "Cyborg"'s...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Norway survived an Ivory Coast comeback to progress to the round of 16 with a hard-fought 2-1 victory in Arlington. Erling Haaland's late winner proved decisive as the Drillos held their nerve when it mattered most, withstanding a relentless African assault that saw the Elephants equalise through Amad Diallo's brilliant strike before the "Cyborg"'s...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, sports presenter and journalist Thando Sibiya says that "it is very likely for an African team to be in the final of this World Cup", explaining that "there's a lot of training that's happening on the continent, it's been a long-running project where there's a lot of investment".

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

For the third time in a row, the Netherlands exit the World Cup after a penalty shootout. Tied 1-1 with Morocco, Ismael Saibari scored the winning penalty to send the Atlas Lions into the Round of 16, where they will go up against Canada. Meanwhile Paraguay caused a huge upset as they knocked Germany out – also on penalties. Jonathan Tah had a...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Paraguay made history by beating Germany in the World Cup round of 16 (1–1, 4-3 on penalties). Paraguay could face France in the next round.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Germany lost in dramatic fashion against Paraguay in Boston to exit the 2026 World Cup at the first knockout stage.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

France's fearsome attack carried them smoothly through the World Cup group stage, but coach Didier Deschamps warned his players to remain "humble" as they play their first knockout match on Tuesday against a Swedish side that scored five goals in their tournament opener and then conceded as many in their following game.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Morocco booked their place in the World Cup round of 16 after defeating the Netherlands on penalties following a dramatic 1-1 draw after extra time in Monterrey. Cody Gakpo gave the Dutch the lead before Issa Diop headed home a stoppage-time equaliser, with Ismael Saibari converting the decisive spot-kick to send the Atlas Lions through.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Morocco and the Netherlands met in a dramatic World Cup round of 32 clash in Monterrey, with the Atlas Lions ultimately prevailing on penalties after a 1-1 draw following extra time to book their place in the last 16. Relive our liveblog to see how things unfolded. 

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Germany had already qualified for the knockouts of the 2026 World Cup, but their performance was still disappointing in a 2-1 defeat.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Friday night's game in Seattle was designated as a "Pride Match" well ahead of the World Cup draw. The fixture list then threw up Egypt vs. Iran, two countries in which homosexuality is criminalized.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Paraguay stunned Germany in a penalty shootout on Monday to reach the World Cup last 16 after a 1-1 draw following extra time. The South Americans won 4-3 on spot kicks, handing Germany their first-ever defeat in a World Cup penalty shootout and booking a place in the knockout stage.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Substitute Gabriel Martinelli scored deep in injury time as Brazil fought back from a goal down to defeat Japan 2-1 in a thrilling round-of-32 tie on Monday and continue their quest for a sixth World Cup title. Japan, who opened the score after 29 minutes, exit the tournament having once again failed to clinch a maiden win in a World Cup knockout...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Five-time champions Brazil survived an early World Cup scare when they fought back from a goal down at half-time to beat a stubborn Japan 2-1 in Houston. Substitute Gabriel Martinelli squeezed in a shot at the far post deep in stoppage time to break Japanese hearts and send Brazil to the last 16.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Co-hosts Canada beat South Africa 1-0 to advance in the knockout round for the first ever time at a World Cup. Meanwhile, Monday's action will see the Netherlands take on Morocco in one of the most hotly anticipated games of the Round of 32. Brazil will face Japan and Germany play Paraguay, the winner of which could play France next.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Canada secured a historic place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 with a 1-0 victory over South Africa in Los Angeles. Captain Stephen Eustáquio scored the only goal of the match deep into stoppage time. The Canucks will face the winners of Monday's tie between the Netherlands and Morocco on July 4 in Houston.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

France secured the top spot of their group in style thanks to a hat trick by Ousmane Dembélé. Senegal's 5-0 goal fest against Iraq means they make it through to the knockouts. Cape Verde remain unbeaten in the group stage, with a 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia. They are the first debutants to ever go through the group stage undefeated. Belgium...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Austria and Algeria went down to the wire in a match full of drama. Austria's last-minute goal means both teams are through to the next round. Celebrations are also due for the Democratic Republic of Congo, who have qualified for the first time in their history thanks to a 3-1 win against Uzbekistan. Portugal and Colombia stayed level at 0-0....

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Canada secured a historic place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 with a 1-0 victory over South Africa in Los Angeles. Captain Stephen Eustáquio scored the only goal of the match deep into stoppage time. The Canucks will face the winners of Monday's tie between the Netherlands and Morocco, on 4 July in Houston.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Canada's Stephen Eustaquio struck deep into stoppage time to bring home a dramatic 1-0 victory over South Africa on Sunday, sending the World Cup co-hosts into the last 16 for the first time in their history. Canada will face either the Netherlands or Morocco in Houston on July 4.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Austria coach Ralf Rangnick dismissed suggestions his team had played for a draw against Algeria after Saturday's 3-3 World Cup match sent both teams through to the knockout stage. Austria will now face off against Spain in the round of 32 on July 2 in California.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Portugal needed to beat Colombia to reclaim first place in Group K. But in the end, it was Colombia who came closest to victory. The two teams ultimately drew.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Toulouse clinched a ⁠fourth consecutive ​Top 14 title on Saturday with a 28-20 victory over Montpellier in ​the French championship final at the Stade de France, a match briefly halted for several minutes due to violent thunderstorms. 

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Austria fought back to salvage a dramatic 3-3 draw with Algeria in their final World Cup Group J match on Saturday, with two stoppage-time goals securing both teams a place in the Round of 32 and eliminating Iran. Argentina topped the group, while Austria finished second and Algeria advanced among the best third-placed teams.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Portugal and Colombia shared an entertaining 0-0 draw in their final World Cup Group K match on Saturday, sending both teams into the last 32. Colombia finished top of the group, with Portugal second. Colombia dominated early before Portugal responded, with Bruno Fernandes forcing goalkeeper Camilo Vargas into an outstanding reflex save.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane scored early in the second half to help England overcome a stubborn Panama side 2-0 and seal top spot in their World Cup group. Croatia beat Ghana 2-1 in the group's other match to qualify for the knockout rounds as second.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Jude Bellingham scored one goal and set up another as England laboured past Panama on Saturday to qualify for the knockout rounds as group winners, while Harry Kane became the Three Lions' record World Cup scorer. Croatia also reached the last 32 after edging out Ghana in the battle for second. Read our blog to see how the match unfolded.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Veteran Croatian player ⁠Ivan Perisic hopes ​their excellent record against African opposition can help them win their crucial match against ​Ghana on Saturday as they look to book their spot in the knockouts. Croatia has three wins and a draw against African World Cup opponents since 2014, ​including their ‌victory over Morocco to secure...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Austria coach Ralf Rangnick on Friday insisted his team will do their best to beat Algeria on Saturday and brushed aside comparisons with the "Disgrace of Gijon" at the 1982 World Cup, which refers to Austria's defeat to West Germany after the teams deliberately played out a result that took both through at the expense of Algeria on goal...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Iran were deprived of a certain place in the World Cup knockout phase when a goal in stoppage time that would have given them a 2-1 win against Egypt was disallowed. The draw means the Pharaohs advance to the last 32 along with Belgium, who demolished New Zealand 5-1 to clinch top spot in Group G.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Ousmane Dembélé scored a magnificent hat-trick on Friday, his first with Les Bleus, as France beat Norway 4-1 to finish top of Group I. Here's what the striker said when asked if this was his best ever performance with France

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Cape Verde set up a historic showdown with reigning champions Argentina in the knockout rounds after drawing 0-0 with Saudi Arabia on Friday to extend their fairytale journey at the 2026 World Cup. Uruguay crashed out after goalkeeper Fernando Muslera's costly error handed Spain a 1-0 victory in Guadalajara, sending the European champions through...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Senegal kept their hopes of qualifying for the World Cup knockouts alive with a thumping 5-0 win over Iraq on Friday as they finished third in Group I behind France and Norway. The Lions of Teranga remain in the hunt for one of the last eight spots in the ⁠round of 32, while Iraq's tournament is over.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembélé scored a magnificent first-half hat-trick, his first with Les Bleus, as France beat a second-string Norway 4-1 on Friday to seal the top spot in Group I. Star striker Erling Haaland was one of several players rested by the Norway coach ahead of the World Cup knockouts stage.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Moroccan footballer Achraf Hakimi, whose case was remanded for trial on rape charges on June 19, on Friday lodged an appeal with France's Court of Cassation, France's top court for civil and criminal matters. The Versailles Court of Appeals upheld the decision to refer the Moroccan and PSG defender to a criminal court on charges of raping a woman...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Ballon ⁠d'Or ⁠winner Ousmane Dembélé scored three goals in just 25 minutes as France defeated Norway's reserves 4-1 to seal top spot in Group I on Friday, while Senegal kept their hopes of a World Cup knockouts spot alive with a crushing victory over Iraq. Read our liveblog to see how the matches unfolded.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Three nationalities, five languages and soon to be resident in a fourth country: Ismael Saibari, the star of Morocco's World Cup so far, is set to join Bayern Munich. But he has business to finish with the Atlas Lions.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Despite an unexpected loss against Ecuador, Germany take top spot in group E. Ivory Coast are through to the knockout stage of the competition for the first time in their history. The Netherlands cement their position at the top of group F, thanks to a confident win over Tunisia. Despite being eliminated, Türkiye managed to win against team...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

It's a duel that's set to be gruelling at the World Cup. France on one side, Norway on the other, with two star goalscorers facing each other: Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland. The game could decide who finishes first of the group. The man leading Les Bleus is not Didier Deschamps, whose mother passed away earlier this week. Instead, his assistant...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

France's preparations for its final World Cup group game have been disrupted by the departure of manager Didier Deschamps from the team's camp following the death of his mother. Mbappé's Les Bleus are set to face Halland's Norway in a highly anticipated duel between the two star goalscorers. FRANCE 24's Selina Sykes followed Les Bleus as they...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Ivory Coast have reached the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time in four appearances after defeating Curaçao 2-0 on Thursday. The Elephants finished second in their group and will face either France or Norway in the Round of 16 on June 30.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

The United States and Turkey delivered a dramatic Group D finale as Kaan Ayhan's stoppage-time goal secured a 3-2 win for Turkey and brought Team USA's perfect group-stage run to an end, although their qualification had already been confirmed. In the parallel fixture, Australia's draw with Paraguay ensured their progression to the last 32, with...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Turkey edged past Team USA in a dramatic Group D finale, sealing a 3-2 stoppage-time win and ending the USA's perfect group run despite their qualification already being secured. In the parallel fixture in San Francisco, Australia held Paraguay to a draw, a result that ensured the Socceroos' qualification for the last 32, with La Albirroja also...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Japan and Sweden fought out a dramatic 1-1 draw in Dallas in the final Group F match, leaving the top spot in the hands of the Netherlands. Daichi Maeda gave Japan the lead with a sublime team move, before Alexander Elanga's stunning finish equalised for the Swedes. Japan is set to face Brazil in their Round of 32 while Sweden will await their...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

The Netherlands claimed an emphatic 3-1 victory over Tunisia to secure their Group F top spot. The Dutch struck early through an own goal from Ellyes Skhiri and Brian Brobbey's clinical finish, before JP van Hecke added a third to seal the victory. Tunisia's Hamza Mastouri pulled one back, but it proved merely a consolation as the Oranje cruised to...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Ecuador reached the World Cup last 32 with a shock 2-1 win over Germany on Thursday while Ivory Coast beat Curacao 2-0 to advance from Group E and eliminate the Caribbean side. Gonzalo Plata scored the late winner after Nilson Angulo cancelled out Leroy Sane's controversial early opener for Germany.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

FIFA has rejected calls from Iran and Egypt to ban rainbow flags at their World Cup match in Seattle on Friday, despite both countries objecting to local Pride-themed celebrations linked to the fixture. FIFA says LGBTQ+ flags are permitted at all World Cup games under its Code of Conduct, despite different rules in Qatar's 2022 tournament. While...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

After a disastrous start at the World Cup, Bafana Bafana have qualified for the knockout stage for the first time. The team beat South Korea 1-0 in their last group stage game to reach the Round of 32. Meanwhile superstar Neymar came in as a substitute for Brazil to the delight of fans. The team took the top spot in Group C by beating Scotland 3-0.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Algeria have waited more than four decades for a chance to avenge the 'Disgrace of Gijon' that saw West Germany and Austria conspire to knock them out of the 1982 World Cup. Ironically, their final group clash against Austria is one of many games where sides could settle for a mutually beneficial outcome. 

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Just like in their opening win over Haiti (3-0), Brazil made light work of Scotland on Wednesday, cruising to another 3-0 victory to finish top of Group C, ahead of Morocco. The Atlas Lions also impressed, beating Haiti 4-2 in a thrilling comeback-filled encounter. The night was highlighted by Neymar's World Cup debut, with the Brazilian superstar...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

South Africa reached the World Cup knockout stage for the first time on Wednesday with a 1-0 victory over South Korea, completing a remarkable recovery after losing their opener. Thapelo Maseko scored the decisive second-half goal as Bafana Bafana secured second place in Group A behind Mexico after drawing with the Czech Republic.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Vinicius Junior scored twice as Brazil eased to a 3-0 win over Scotland on Wednesday, sealing top spot in Group C and a place in the World Cup last 32. Matheus Cunha added a third, while Neymar made his first international appearance in more than two-and-a-half years after returning from injury.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Morocco beat Haiti 4-2 in a dramatic Group C encounter in Atlanta, in a match that was level at half-time after a breathless first period. Achraf Hakimi and Ismaël Saibari restored parity before Soufiane Rahimi and Gessime Yassine struck late to seal victory, as Haiti were ultimately undone by Morocco's late pressure and attacking depth.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Morocco faced Haiti in a decisive final Group C match and secured a 4-2 victory in a chaotic, end-to-end encounter. However, with Brazil beating Scotland 3-0 and holding a superior goal difference, the Seleção finish top of the group, leaving Morocco to qualify in second place. In a thrilling match that saw both sides trade goals, the Atlas Lions...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Bosnia and Herzegovina edge closer to knockout after dominant win over Qatar 3-1 in Seattle. Kerim Alajbegovic opened the scoring with a stunning strike, before an own goal from Mahmoud Abunada doubled their advantage. Despite Hasan Al Haydos pulling one back for Qatar, Ermin Mahmic sealed Bosnia's victory in the 80th minute.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Switzerland claimed a narrow 2-1 victory over Canada at BC Place in Vancouver to secure top spot in Group B. Ruben Vargas and Johan Manzambi scored for the Swiss, while Promise David's late effort proved only a consolation as Canada fell short in a tightly contested encounter between two evenly matched sides.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Could a legendary #football player be coming out of #retirement? Former #Ballond'Or and #WorldCup winner #Ronaldinho has just signed with #Ravenna, a third-division Italian club.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Suzanne Huurman is the only female chief doctor at the 2026 World Cup. Her work is inspiring change in men's football.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

The Black Stars' head coach Carlos Queiroz had strong words about the refereeing after two fouls from the Three Lions went unchecked, and the two sides played out a goalless draw. Meanwhile, Colombia qualified for the knockout round beating DR Congo 1-0 and Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cups.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Mexican-American football fans in the USA often split allegiances between their two cultures. For many in Los Angeles, the Mexico national team trumps the nation they call home.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Michel Nkuka Mboladinga, the Congolese supporter known for posing as the "living statue" of independence hero Patrice Lumumba, was finally able to join fans of the Leopards at the World Cup on Tuesday after missing the team's opener due to Ebola quarantine requirements.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Just Fontaine has reigned as the World Cup's record scorer at a single tournament since 1958. But with Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland each piling on the goals for their respective countries, and the likes of Harry Kane and Cristiano Ronaldo in pursuit, the decades-old record is looking vulnerable for the first time.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Cristiano Ronaldo responded to criticism in the best possible way on Tuesday against Uzbekistan (5–0). The 41-year-old striker scored twice to lead his country to their first victory in this World Cup.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

⁠Colombia secured ​their place in the World Cup knockouts round with a game to spare after a 1-0 victory over DR Congo pushed them back to the top of Group ​K ‌on Tuesday, with Daniel Munoz ⁠finding a winner in the 76th minute after the South Americans had been ‌frustrated for much of the evening.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Croatia secured their first points of the World Cup on Tuesday with a narrow 1-0 win over Panama, courtesy of a second-half strike from substitute Ante Budimir, a result that eliminated the Central American side from Group L contention.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Scoring a brace against Uzbekistan on Tuesday, Cristiano Ronaldo made history by becoming the first player to score in six different editions of the FIFA World Cup. The 41-year-old will hope to secure Portugal a knockout stage berth, with the squad facing Colombia for their final group stage match on Saturday.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

England and Ghana played out a tense 0-0 draw at Foxborough Stadium, a result that keeps both sides' knockout qualification hopes alive but denies the Three Lions top spot in Group L. Despite dominating possession with 79% of the ball, England were unable to break down Ghana's resolute defensive organisation, with the Black Stars frustrating their...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

France coach Didier Deschamps will miss his side's final World Cup group match against Norway after returning home following the death of his mother, the French Football Federation said on Tuesday. Assistant Guy Stephan will take charge as France, already through to the last 32, seek top spot in Group I.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

England and Ghana cancelled each other out in a goalless draw at Foxborough Stadium, a result that leaves Group L finely poised with all four nations still harbouring knockout qualification hopes. Relive our live coverage. 

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Bastian Schweinsteiger's TV analysis of Germany's World Cup opponents Ivory Coast appeared to draw on racist stereotypes. For some observers, the comments are evidence that racist tropes are still common in football.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Keir Starmer in a Croatia jersey. An Iranian protest against a US strike. Calls to arrest Brazil's President Lula. Adolf Hitler in the German fan section — all supposedly seen at the World Cup. But none of it is real.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Record-breaker Cristiano Ronaldo guided Portugal to a 5-0 win over Uzbekistan in World Cup Group K on Tuesday. Ronaldo became ​the first player to score in six ​World Cups and Portugal's all-time leading marksman at the global finals with two goals in Houston.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Forwards are delivering at the FIFA World Cup. Argentina's Lionel Messi has become the top scorer in the history of the competition, closely followed by France's Kylian Mbappé. Also highly noticed, Norwegian Erling Haaland, who scored a brace against Senegal. Besides Messi, Mbappé and Haaland, football enthusiasts have their eyes on England's...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Les Bleus' game against Iraq was interrupted for over two hours due to heavy rain in Philadelphia – the first delay in the World Cup so far caused by the weather. France's 3-0 win sees them book their spot in the knockout round with a game to spare, while Lionel Messi has broken the record for the most goals scored at the World Cup, with a...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

The weather in the US tried to put a stop to the France-Iraq game at the World Cup on June 22... and it did: the game had to be halted for two hours as a huge thunderstorm hit in Philadelphia, where it was being held. France ended up winning 3-0, with two of them coming from French superstar Kylian Mbappé. But nothing could deter French fans from...

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