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need to knowWith Luka Modric’s campaign drawing to a close and Switzerland progressing to the last 16, Portugal have booked a spot to face Spain at the World Cup in dramatic circumstances.06:08, 03 July 2026Updated July 3, 2026, 06:22Croatia missed the goal due to their ball technique (Image: FIFA)Everything you need to know about what happened in Thursday’s World Cup Round of 32 matches, including Spain vs. Austria, Croatia vs. Portugal, Switzerland vs. Algeria…Spain won 3-0 against Austria, with Mikel Oyarzabal scoring twice and Pedro Polo also scoring. However, it caused some controversy as Joe Hart could not believe that…

Normally, this dismissal would require a one-match suspension, but FIFA took the unusual step of suspending the penalty for one year. “In accordance with Article 27 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code, the enforcement of match suspensions will be suspended for a one-year trial period,” the international governing body said in a statement.“If Folarin Balogun commits another violation of a similar nature and severity during the probationary period, the suspension shall be revoked and the sanction shall be enforced without prejudice to any additional sanctions imposed for the new violation.”President Trump was overjoyed by the ruling, and he immediately took to…

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Martin Meissner is a staff photographer for The Associated Press. He is based near Düsseldorf, Germany. Meisner has been with The Associated Press for more than 25 years and is covering his sixth World Cup.why this photoI was covering Saturday’s match between France and Paraguay from the right-hand corner. As the final whistle sounded to signal the end of the match, an emotional Kylian Mbappé loudly expressed his joy after France won on penalties and advanced to the World Cup quarter-finals.How this photo was madeI flew from Boston to the game in Philadelphia on Saturday morning, America’s…

Croatia’s 2-1 loss to Portugal in the early hours of Friday morning sparked controversy after two major VAR calls07:38, July 3, 2026Updated July 3, 2026, 07:44Luka Modric did not hide his thoughts on VAR after Croatia’s loss to Portugal (Image: Patrick Smith – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)Luka Modric has spoken out against the use of VAR after Croatia’s controversial exit from the World Cup in the round of 32. The country suffered a 2-1 defeat against Portugal early Friday morning.Croatia took the lead in the second half with a goal from Ivan Perisic. However, a VAR check determined that Nikola…

And Rashford surprised Thomas Tuchel’s side while England completed their final preparations at Mexico City’s Club Universitas Nacional as they try to adapt to the high altitude. The 28-year-old enjoyed a loan spell at Barcelona last season, where he showed off his extraordinary skills in the rondo. After receiving the ball from John Stones, Rashford flicked it on, controlled it and released it with a quick touch to find Morgan Rodgers’ pass. Crucially, he left Ezri Konsa at the mercy of Aston Villa’s defenders as they lunged at him in a desperate attempt to steal the ball.Rashford burst out laughing…

Have a great weekend, Cape Verde.national soccer team After advancing to the World Cup’s last 32 and winning the tournament, they returned home as heroes on Sunday. Lionel Messi and the Argentina national team To overtime. The men’s basketball team also qualified for the second round of World Cup qualifying for that sport.And all this happened at an already joyous time in Cape Verde, when Sunday was Independence Day.“Long live Cape Verde,” basketball coach Emmanuel Troboada said after his team defeated Libya in a World Cup qualifier in Cameroon on Sunday.Long live Cape Verde. Not bad for a country of…

Cristiano Ronaldo paid a classy tribute to the late Diogo Jota on the anniversary of his death after the match as Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 to advance to the last 16 of the World Cup.02:39, July 3, 2026Updated July 3, 2026, 03:45Cristiano Ronaldo wore a shirt with Diogo Jota’s number 21 on the back after Portugal’s win over Croatia (Image: Buda Mendes)Cristiano Ronaldo wore a shirt with Diogo Jota’s number after Portugal’s World Cup win over Croatia to commemorate the first anniversary of the player’s death.Goals from Ronaldo and Gonzalo Ramos sealed a 2-1 victory for Roberto Martinez’s side. Croatia…

We arrived at Azteca Stadium after waiting in the media line for an hour to get into the neighborhood.The current temperature is 22 degrees, which is very hot. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, rain is not expected until 6pm (kick-off time).We will also notify you of important weather information. No lightning is expected at this time.Of course things could change, but the Japan Meteorological Agency and Apple are not predicting thunderstorms at this time.This information could be important for fans waiting back home in the UK.Please note that if a lightning strike is detected within an 8 mile radius,…

Erling Haaland and Vinicius Junior are two stars to watch as Norway take on Brazil world cup The round of 16 will take place in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Sunday, with co-hosts Mexico hoping to advance to the quarter-finals by defeating England at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Brazil is aiming to avenge their loss to Norway in the 1998 World Cup. Mexico will play perhaps the most important match in its history in a stadium that has become an almost impregnable fortress. England are once again counting on Harry Kane to make a difference. ___ Referee Ismail…

Manager Jurgen Klopp is set to hold talks with the German Football Association over the appointment of Germany’s next manager, who will work alongside Liverpool star Florian Wirths.July 3, 2026, 14:49Updated July 3, 2026 14:54Manager Jurgen Klopp spoke candidly about Florian Wirtz (Image: Magenta TV)Manager Jurgen Klopp has not been shy about expressing his opinion about Florian Wirths, and the pair are now moving towards working together. The German Football Association (DFB), which announced the resignation of manager Julian Nagelsmann on Friday, has confirmed that it will hold talks with Klopp, who is interested in becoming the next manager.This follows…