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Norway secured their first-ever World Cup quarter-final berth with a 2-1 victory over five-time champions Brazil, who suffered their earliest exit since 1990.
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Brazil’s all-time top scorer Neymar announces his retirement from the national team after a 2-1 defeat to Norway in the FIFA World Cup round of 16.
Al Jazeera | Jul 6, 2026, 2:02 AM
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Following a tragic head injury sustained by player Nathan Fitzgerald, the Epping Football Netball Club urges authorities to review the treatment of cricket pitches on multi-use ovals.
ABC Australia News | Jul 6, 2026, 12:00 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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John Bradshaw Layfield joins BZZR, a new social media platform dedicated exclusively to sports, inspired by his Texas Rangers fandom and desire for a troll-free environment.
Fox News Latest | Jul 5, 2026, 11:00 PM
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Erling Haaland scored twice to secure Norway's first-ever FIFA World Cup quarterfinal appearance with a 2-1 victory over Brazil. Meanwhile, Mexico advances to face England, maintaining a perfect defensive record.
Fox News Latest | Jul 5, 2026, 3:11 PM
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In a tense Round of 16 match at Lincoln Financial Field, France edged Paraguay 1-0 thanks to a penalty converted by Kylian Mbappé, advancing Les Bleus to the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup.
France 24 English | Jul 5, 2026, 5:37 AM
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The United States marked its semiquincentennial with traditional festivities overshadowed by accusations of political misuse of the celebration by former President Donald Trump.
Al Jazeera | Jul 4, 2026, 11:16 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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Despite sending its largest-ever contingent, no Asian team advanced to the last 16 at the 2026 World Cup, highlighting issues with individual player quality.
CNA Latest News | Jul 4, 2026, 7:39 PM
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While cities like Los Angeles, Miami, and Dallas benefit economically from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, several major U.S. cities were unable to host matches due to logistical and financial challenges.
The Hill | Jul 4, 2026, 1:04 PM
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Doctors and experts warn that increasing training intensity and frequency among young athletes in Singapore is leading to more sports injuries, emphasizing the importance of recovery time for growing bodies.
CNA Latest News | Jul 3, 2026, 4:26 PM
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Researchers say the current heatwave in the US would have been virtually impossible without climate change, raising concerns for July 4th celebrations and upcoming World Cup matches.
Guardian US | Jul 3, 2026, 12:00 PM
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Researchers warn that unprecedented heat linked to climate change could disrupt 250th anniversary celebrations and World Cup matches across the United States.
Guardian US | Jul 3, 2026, 9:59 AM
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Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first World Cup knockout stage goal, but a last-minute VAR offside call denied Croatia an equalizer, sending Portugal through to face Spain in the next round.
France 24 English | Jul 3, 2026, 3:03 AM
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Australian sprinter Lachie Kennedy prepares to compete against the world's best at the Prefontaine Classic, continuing his rise in global athletics.
ABC Australia News | Jul 2, 2026, 9:16 PM
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The 2026 World Cup co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico has mostly sidestepped typical issues like stadium subsidies and human rights abuses, though some domestic policies temper the contrast.
Reason | Jul 2, 2026, 5:36 PM
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As Spain, Portugal, and Switzerland compete in the World Cup round of 32 across North America, ticket prices soar and celebrations in Mexico City result in fatalities.
Al Jazeera | Jul 2, 2026, 1:06 PM
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As the World Cup knockout stage intensifies across North America, ticket prices soar for Portugal vs Croatia in Toronto, while Mexico City mourns four deaths amid celebrations.
Al Jazeera | Jul 2, 2026, 11:22 AM
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The winner of the match will advance to face either Portugal or Croatia in the last 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Al Jazeera | Jul 2, 2026, 8:41 AM
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Despite a ban on football coverage at Wimbledon, fans watched England’s World Cup game on their phones, briefly interrupting tennis play with cheers.
ABC Australia News | Jul 1, 2026, 11:18 PM
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Top pitchers Paul Skenes and Zack Wheeler face off as the Pittsburgh Pirates visit the Philadelphia Phillies, with a betting under set at 3.5 runs through five innings.
Fox News Latest | Jul 1, 2026, 3:23 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 scored twice as France maintained a perfect World Cup record, defeating Sweden 3-0 in the round of 32 and setting up a last-16 clash with Paraguay.
CNA Latest News | Jun 30, 2026, 11:24 PM