World Cup
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Europe considers World Cup boycott as FIFA investor battle explodes
European football associations are discussing the extraordinary possibility of withdrawing from FIFA tournaments as opposition grows to Gianni Infantino’s private…
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‘May the best team win and racism lose’: Sánchez hits back at Rajoy
Spain’s prime minister has condemned Mariano Rajoy after his predecessor questioned the identity of France’s…
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Harry Kane reveals ‘surreal’ golf round with Donald Trump
England captain Harry Kane has confirmed that he played golf with Donald Trump in Palm…
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Haaland substituted exhausted as Norway’s World Cup dream ends
Erling Haaland scored seven goals during Norway’s historic World Cup run, but fatigue, oppressive conditions…
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Norway tipped to follow Denmark’s path after historic World Cup run
Norway’s first World Cup quarter-final has transformed expectations around Erling Haaland, Martin Ødegaard and Ståle…
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Pelé once named his British football “Idol’ and Said He’d ‘Never Be Surpassed’
Football legends Pelé and Sir Alex Ferguson shared a deep mutual admiration, with Pelé hailing…
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Rajoy’s ‘without Frenchmen’ remark sparks racism row before World Cup semi-final
Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy has been accused of racism and xenophobia after questioning…
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Salah’s emotional pledge after Egypt’s controversial World Cup exit
Mohamed Salah has pledged a “fresh start” for Egyptian football after their controversial 2-3 World…
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Kylian Mbappe backs Lionel Messi in golden boot race despite equalling tally
Kylian Mbappe has surprisingly backed rival Lionel Messi to score more goals in the World…
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Donald Trump shares Harry Kane verdict after England World Cup match
Donald Trump was unexpectedly captivated by a World Cup match, singling out England captain Harry…