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The European rivals meet in a 1986 World Cup quarter-final rematch, with Spain’s strong defense and Belgium’s resilience on display.
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Following France’s advancement to the semifinals, Spain and Belgium face off in a pivotal World Cup quarterfinal match with key players Mikel Oyarzabal and Romelu Lukaku expected to shine.
Fox News Latest | Jul 10, 2026, 5:00 PM
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European champions Spain will meet Belgium in the World Cup quarter-finals, with the winner set to face Kylian Mbappé's France in a highly anticipated semi-final.
France 24 English | Jul 10, 2026, 9:55 AM
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Spain's coach Luis de la Fuente warns that Belgium will be their sternest test yet in the World Cup quarter-finals as they aim to maintain their unbeaten defensive record.
CNA Latest News | Jul 10, 2026, 1:53 AM
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France defeated Morocco 2-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals and will face either Spain or Belgium in the semifinals.
Al Jazeera | Jul 10, 2026, 12:31 AM
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Kylian Mbappé scored and assisted, with Ousmane Dembélé also scoring, as France advances to face Spain or Belgium in the semifinals.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 10, 2026, 12:22 AM
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Mbappé scored his eighth tournament goal after missing an earlier penalty, helping France secure a quarter-final win over Morocco and advance to face Spain or Belgium.
France 24 English | Jul 9, 2026, 11:38 PM
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French World Cup winner Christian Karembeu commends the USMNT's talent and speed, predicting a possible first-ever final appearance in 2030.
Fox News Latest | Jul 9, 2026, 10:54 PM
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At a NATO summit in Ankara, members agreed on increased defense spending and support for Ukraine, while tensions surfaced due to US President Donald Trump's criticism of Spain and questions about the alliance's future.
Al Jazeera | Jul 9, 2026, 2:24 PM
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Following Cape Verde’s surprising World Cup performance, young talents at the Bola Pra Frente Academy in Praia are motivated to elevate the island nation’s football status.
CNA Latest News | Jul 9, 2026, 1:09 PM
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At the NATO summit in Ankara, President Donald Trump renewed claims on Greenland, demanded cutting trade ties with Spain, and declared the Iran ceasefire over amid rising tensions.
Africanews | Jul 8, 2026, 1:16 PM
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At the NATO summit, President Trump criticized Spain for failing to meet defense spending commitments and called for a complete trade cutoff, while Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney acknowledged Trump's success in pushing NATO allies to increase military contributions.
Fox News Latest | Jul 8, 2026, 12:19 PM
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US President Donald Trump surprises NATO allies with promises of new arms sales and expresses unexpected warmth toward the alliance during the Ankara summit, despite earlier criticisms and tensions over Iran.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 8, 2026, 9:07 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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Controversy marked the World Cup with Egypt's coach expressing frustration over refereeing decisions, while Belgium's emphatic victory over the US included a pointed celebration referencing Donald Trump.
ABC Australia News | Jul 8, 2026, 1:50 AM
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Seventeen countries and key UN agencies unite to ensure children’s safety and rights are central as artificial intelligence increasingly shapes their lives.
UN News | Jul 7, 2026, 11:11 PM
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The tournament reveals how migration and diaspora challenge traditional notions of national belonging.
Al Jazeera | Jul 7, 2026, 3:38 PM
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At the NATO summit in Ankara, President Trump expressed willingness to allow Turkey to purchase American F-35 jets despite previous sanctions and ongoing alliance challenges.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 7, 2026, 9:46 AM
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Mikel Merino's injury-time goal sends Spain to the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup, eliminating Portugal and marking the final World Cup appearance for Cristiano Ronaldo.
France 24 English | Jul 7, 2026, 4:04 AM
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Belgium advances to the quarterfinals after a 4-1 victory over the USA, overshadowed by FIFA's controversial decision to suspend USA forward Folarin Balogun’s red card ban following intervention by US President Donald Trump.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 7, 2026, 3:47 AM
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Charles De Ketelaere's two goals and an assist helped Belgium capitalize on U.S. defensive errors in a decisive 4-1 victory, ending America's World Cup run on home soil.
Washington Times News | Jul 7, 2026, 3:09 AM
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Charles De Ketelaere's two goals and an assist helped Belgium capitalize on U.S. defensive errors in a decisive World Cup match.
Washington Times News | Jul 7, 2026, 2:59 AM
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Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo admits his last World Cup ended with a narrow loss to Spain, while the USMNT's Folarin Balogun will be available after a red card suspension was overturned.
Al Jazeera | Jul 6, 2026, 10:33 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