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Lionel Messi tops the goal-scoring chart with eight goals after Argentina's win over Egypt, followed closely by Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe.
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As the 2026 World Cup reaches the quarter-finals, four star players are vying for the top scorer award in a highly competitive race.
CNA Latest News | Jul 8, 2026, 10:51 AM
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The 48-team FIFA World Cup 2026 has reached the quarterfinal stage, featuring matches in Boston, Los Angeles, and Miami.
Al Jazeera | Jul 8, 2026, 9:20 AM
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Eight teams advance to the World Cup quarterfinals as Egypt raises officiating bias allegations and FIFA faces scrutiny over VAR decisions and US political intervention.
Al Jazeera | Jul 8, 2026, 9:13 AM
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Kylian Mbappe leads France into a quarterfinal clash against Morocco, revisiting their 2022 World Cup semifinal encounter.
Al Jazeera | Jul 8, 2026, 6:12 AM
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The 2026 World Cup has narrowed from 48 teams to eight, with quarterfinal matches promising intense competition and defining moments.
ABC Australia News | Jul 8, 2026, 5:06 AM
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Switzerland defeated Colombia 4-3 on penalties following a goalless draw in the World Cup last 16, advancing to meet defending champions Argentina in the quarterfinals.
Al Jazeera | Jul 8, 2026, 12:48 AM
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Ruben Vargas scores decisive penalty in shootout after a goalless 120 minutes, setting up a quarter-final clash with Argentina.
CNA Latest News | Jul 8, 2026, 12:18 AM
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Switzerland advances to face defending champion Argentina after a scoreless draw and 4-3 penalty shootout win in Vancouver.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 8, 2026, 12:12 AM
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Switzerland advances to face defending champion Argentina after a scoreless draw and 4-3 penalty shootout win against Colombia.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 7, 2026, 11:56 PM
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Switzerland will play Colombia in Vancouver in the World Cup round of 16, missing their 20-year-old breakout star Johan Manzambi due to injury. The winner will meet defending champions Argentina.
France 24 English | Jul 7, 2026, 7:54 PM
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As the World Cup Round of 16 concludes, Argentina prepares to face Egypt while Switzerland takes on Colombia, with betting interest focused on these matchups and the corners market.
Fox News Latest | Jul 7, 2026, 3:40 PM
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Prop Emmanuel Iyogun and loose forward Chandler Cunningham-South have been called up to England’s squad for the upcoming Nations Championship match against Fiji, with further adjustments following injuries and health issues.
CNA Latest News | Jul 7, 2026, 1:05 PM
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As Egypt advances undefeated to the World Cup round of 16, comparisons arise between Mohamed Salah’s current squad and the celebrated but World Cup-absent ‘golden generation’ of Egyptian football.
Al Jazeera | Jul 6, 2026, 3:20 PM
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England secured a thrilling 3-2 victory against co-host Mexico at the Azteca Stadium despite being reduced to ten men, advancing to the World Cup quarter-finals for the third consecutive tournament.
France 24 English | Jul 6, 2026, 5:11 AM
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As the largest FIFA World Cup in history progresses into its fourth week, fewer than half of the original 48 teams remain, with quarterfinal matches set across multiple stadiums in the United States and Canada.
Al Jazeera | Jul 6, 2026, 4:26 AM
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US President Donald Trump praised FIFA's decision to lift Falorin Balogun's suspension, a move that has drawn criticism from the Royal Belgian Football Association.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 5, 2026, 11:57 PM
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Following Egypt's penalty-kick victory against Australia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, coach Hossam Hassan waved a Palestinian flag on the pitch and dedicated the win to Egyptian and Palestinian people.
Fox News Latest | Jul 4, 2026, 8:16 PM
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After a 1-1 draw in extra time, Egypt triumphed 4-2 on penalties over Australia, setting up a World Cup last-16 match against Argentina or Cape Verde.
CNA Latest News | Jul 3, 2026, 2:50 PM
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As Australia prepares for a potential penalty shootout against Egypt in the World Cup round of 32, former Socceroos captain and current assistant coach Mile Jedinak reflects on the focus and practice needed to succeed under pressure.
ABC Australia News | Jul 2, 2026, 3:33 AM
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Two-time Grand Slam champion Coco Gauff narrowly defeated Argentina's Solana Sierra in a tense third-round Wimbledon match, securing her place in the tournament's later stages.
CNA Latest News | Jul 1, 2026, 6:35 PM
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World number one Aryna Sabalenka overcame a challenging second set against McCartney Kessler to secure a last-32 match against former French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko.
Al Jazeera | Jul 1, 2026, 4:05 PM
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The USA prepares to face Bosnia and Herzegovina in a high-stakes knockout match at the FIFA World Cup 2026, with England and Belgium also seeking regulation wins on a busy day of competition.
Fox News Latest | Jul 1, 2026, 11:14 AM
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Kylian Mbappe scores twice to equal Messi in the Golden Boot race as France advances to the round of 16 with a commanding win.
Al Jazeera | Jul 1, 2026, 1:49 AM