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FIFA sets record $871m prize pool for 2026 World Cup

FIFA has raised the 2026 World Cup prize fund to a record $871m, guaranteeing every participating nation at least $12.5m and alter…

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Dembélé hat-trick secures top spot for France in World Cup Group I

Ousmane Dembélé's first-half hat-trick propelled France to a 4-1 victory over a depleted Norway side, sealing top spot in Group I …

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Gueye scores 'venomous' double off the Senegal bench

Senegal midfielder Pape Gueye produced two moments of quality in front of goal soon after coming off the bench, scoring an impress…

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Capsey urges England to continue winning momentum at T20 World Cup

All-rounder Alice Capsey has urged England to continue their winning momentum against New Zealand at The Oval ahead of semi-finals…

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Dembele's 'magic' first-half hat-trick

France forward Ousmane Dembele stuns Norway with an incredible hat-trick in the opening 32 minutes of their Group I World Cup clas…

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Broad: ‘Magical’ Stokes delivers moments that gain respect

Two hundred and fifty Test wickets. England rescued from the brink of defeat. And another chapter written in the legend of Ben Sto…

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Chelsea close in on Lacroix - Saturday's gossip

Chelsea close in on Crystal Palace centre-back Maxence Lacroix, Newcastle United add Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha to …

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Ferdinand takes first coaching role at Hornchurch

Former West Ham defender Anton Ferdinand joins Robert Lee as National League side Hornchurch's latest high-profile appointment.

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US Soccer offers contract renewal to Mauricio Pochettino through 2030 World Cup

Pochettino has been in charge of the US since late 2024 Former Spurs and PSG boss likely to have club interest Mauricio Pochettino…

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Papers: Arsenal preparing second approach for Guimaraes

The top stories and transfer rumours from Saturday's newspapers...

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England’s Reece James ruled out for at least two games with hamstring injury

Tuchel now left with limited regular full-back options Chelsea defender sustained hamstring setback in March Reece James will miss…

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Draper’s Eastbourne run ends in semi-final at hands of Humbert

Jack Draper's daunting Wimbledon draw was followed by disappointment at the Lexus Eastbourne Open as he suffered a semi-final exit…

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Haaland on Norway bench but Mbappe starts, plus Senegal vs Iraq LIVE!

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Algeria eye revenge in first match against Austria since ‘shame of Gijón’

Group J game recalls the 1982 World Cup, when Austria and West Germany played out a mutually beneficial result How long do footbal…

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World Cup fans frustrated by 'confusing and expensive' tipping culture in US

International fans visiting the US for the World Cup have become frustrated by the culture of having to tip servers, telling the B…

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‘We’re on the same path now’: Toney on good terms with Tuchel and awaiting his chance

England forward did not get off to the best of starts with the manager but after two fine seasons with Al-Ahli is ready for any op…

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Duckett and Stokes wrestle Trent Bridge Test back England's way

Ben Duckett and Ben Stokes were at the heart of a stirring England fightback on day two of the series-deciding third Test against …

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Usyk vacates world titles

Oleksandr Usyk has vacated his WBC, WBA, IBF and Ring Magazine world heavyweight titles - but revealed he has not retired.

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Norway v France: World Cup 2026 – live

⚽️ World Cup kick-off time: 3pm EDT/8pm BST/5am AEST ⚽️ Third-place table | Player guide | Golden Boot | Mail Scott ⚽️ Senegal v I…

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World Cup knockout stage begins, F1 in Austria and Women’s T20 World Cup drama – follow with us

Here’s how to follow along with our coverage – the finest writing and up-to-the-minute reports Continue reading...

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Antonelli dominates Austrian practice as Mercedes internal gap widens

Kimi Antonelli's dominant Friday practice showing for Mercedes at the Austrian Grand Prix highlights the manufacturer's engineerin…

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Senegal v Iraq: World Cup 2026 – live

⚽️ World Cup kick-off time: 3pm EDT/8pm BST/5am AEST ⚽️ Third-place table | Player guide | Golden Boot | Mail us ⚽️ Norway v Franc…

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Ireland seal historic first win against India

Ireland stunned India to seal their first-ever victory against their opponents in any format, as captain Lorcan Tucker's half-cent…

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Rice back in England training but James misses out again

Declan Rice returns to England training on Friday, but Reece James again misses out and remains a doubt to face Panama.