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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.
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After a 40-year absence, Iraq's World Cup campaign ended without points but highlighted the need for investment to build a stronger football future.
CNA Latest News | Jun 27, 2026, 5:30 PM
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Gianni Infantino urges critics to focus on football rather than spreading negativity, addressing controversies including political tensions and officiating disputes during the 2026 World Cup.
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Bukayo Saka’s hat-trick helped England secure third place at the 2026 World Cup with a 6-4 win against France, despite Kylian Mbappe setting a new World Cup scoring record.
CNA Latest News | Jul 19, 2026, 12:17 AM
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Questions arise over England manager Tuchel's tactics after Lionel Messi orchestrates Argentina's win in a fiercely contested match marked by high fouls and political controversy.
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The highly anticipated 2026 World Cup semifinal in Atlanta saw heated exchanges and fouls dominate the first 45 minutes, with Argentina holding a slight possession advantage over England.
Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 9:46 PM
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France coach Didier Deschamps expressed deep disappointment after France's loss to Spain in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, while also raising concerns about officiating.
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France's highly anticipated 2026 World Cup campaign concluded with a 2-0 loss to Spain in the semi-finals, as the team struggled against a tactically superior opponent.
ABC Australia News | Jul 14, 2026, 10:11 PM
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Norway’s surprising substitution of star striker Erling Haaland during extra time in their 2026 World Cup quarterfinal defeat to England drew widespread criticism online.
Fox News Latest | Jul 12, 2026, 9:03 AM
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Norway’s surprising decision to sub off star striker Erling Haaland late in extra time during their 2026 World Cup quarterfinal defeat to England sparked widespread social media backlash.
Fox News Latest | Jul 12, 2026, 7:03 AM
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A dramatic 112th-minute strike by Julian Alvarez secured Argentina’s 3-1 victory against Switzerland, advancing the defending champions to the World Cup semifinals.
NPR News | Jul 12, 2026, 5:44 AM
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Norway’s surprising substitution of star striker Erling Haaland during extra time in their 2-1 World Cup quarterfinal defeat to England drew widespread criticism online.
Fox News Latest | Jul 12, 2026, 2:11 AM
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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.
France 24 English | Jul 10, 2026, 6:51 PM
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Graham Platner ends his Senate bid following sexual assault allegations, delivering a contentious farewell video blaming establishment Democrats and media forces.
Guardian US | Jul 10, 2026, 11:24 AM
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The French team has chartered planes operated by Global Crossing Airlines, a company heavily involved in U.S. immigration deportations, for domestic travel during the 2026 World Cup.
Guardian US | Jul 9, 2026, 10:32 AM
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Democratic nominee Graham Platner halts his US Senate bid following accusations of sexual assault, which he denies, amid pressure from party officials.
BBC World | Jul 9, 2026, 4:53 AM
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The National Rally leader was found guilty of embezzling EU funds but remains eligible to run for president while appealing her sentence.
BBC World | Jul 7, 2026, 8:52 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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President Donald Trump said he asked FIFA to review the red card suspension of U.S. striker Folarin Balogun at the 2026 World Cup, leading to the suspension's reversal amid controversy.
CBS Politics | Jul 7, 2026, 12:39 AM
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FIFA's decision to lift Folarin Balogun's red card suspension after a call from US President Donald Trump has sparked controversy and an appeal from Belgium's football federation.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 6, 2026, 7:57 AM
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Morocco defeated co-host Canada 3-0 in Houston to reach the quarter-finals, while Cape Verde's first World Cup appearance concluded without a win but left a lasting impression.
France 24 English | Jul 4, 2026, 8:17 AM
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US President Donald Trump considers increased oversight of AI tools following recent hacking incidents, emphasizing the need to maintain US leadership without falling behind China.
BBC World | Jul 30, 2026, 1:11 AM
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino urges member federations to decide on a private equity plan involving Joshua Kushner, amid widespread criticism from international soccer bodies.
ABC Australia News | Jul 29, 2026, 9:27 PM
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Fifa investigates alleged assaults and unsporting behaviour involving Argentina and Spain players after the 2026 World Cup final at the New York New Jersey Stadium.
BBC World | Jul 29, 2026, 9:24 PM