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During Ecuador’s World Cup defeat to Mexico, Piero Hincapie was shown a red card and was eliminated from the competition in dramatic fashion, missing out on a potential showdown with England.05:16, July 1, 2026Updated July 1, 2026, 05:46Piero Hincapie shown a red card during Ecuador’s loss to Mexico (Image: ITV)Arsenal defender Piero Hincapie has become the second player to be sent off at the World Cup for covering his mouth while speaking to an opponent.The Ecuadorian centre-back was shown a red card in the round of 32 of the tournament when he faced Mexican international striker Santiago Jimenez. Mexico defeated…
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Petr Josek is an AP photojournalist in Prague, Czech Republic. He is an award-winning photographer who has covered World Cup tournaments and the Olympics since 2006.Why this photo?This photo was taken from the catwalk position. Get unique angles from as high as possible. There was another photographer in a slightly lower position, so I set up on the opposite side of the bench. This position also allowed him to shoot against the light and make good use of long shadows as the game progressed.How this photo was madeShooting from the catwalk is a bit difficult,…
Thomas Tuchel faces multiple fitness issues as England face Democratic Republic of Congo at Atlanta Stadium on Wednesday in their World Cup Round of 32 match.Manager Thomas Tuchel speaks in Atlanta ahead of England’s match against the Democratic Republic of the Congo.Manager Thomas Tuchel has hinted that Jarrell Quansah and Reece James are likely to play again for England at the World Cup if the Three Lions win against the Democratic Republic of Congo. Quansah twisted his ankle while starting at right back in New Jersey’s 2-0 win over Panama on Saturday.Meanwhile, James missed the game against Ghana with a…
England fans have called for Harry Kane to be knighted after his heroics for the Three Lions in the first round of the World Cup finals against the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In the second half, when England were leading 1-0, Kane scored two goals to turn the game around.The team was staring at the possibility of a shocking loss on Wednesday night. DR Congo took the lead in just the seventh minute with a goal from Brian Shipenga.England were frustrated as they searched for a way back into the game. Harry Kane equalized in the 75th minute with…
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Star Christian Pulisic Although he was delayed from playing in the group stage due to a calf injury, he returned to the starting lineup for the U.S. national team in the first round of the finals against Bosnia and Herzegovina. world cup. U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino used the same starting lineup for Wednesday night’s Round of 32 match that he used for the game. USA beat Paraguay 4-1 At the opening match of the World Cup.Pulisic scored two goals in the first half but left the game complaining of stiffness from an injury sustained early…
Liverpool have undergone a major transformation this summer, with 12 players confirmed to be leaving the club.July 1, 2026, 06:15Updated July 1, 2026, 09:57Andoni Iraola is currently in the squad for Liverpool (Image: NurPhoto, NurPhoto via Getty Images)Liverpool have officially parted ways with 12 players. A few weeks ago, the Reds confirmed their retention and release list ahead of the 2026/27 season.A number of academy players have left the club when their contracts expired, but the three that have attracted particular attention are Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson and Ibrahima Konate, all of whom have announced that their contracts are due…
Thierry Henry immediately apologized to Harry Kane just minutes after the England captain pulled the Three Lions from the brink of despair against the Democratic Republic of Congo. England led 1-0 heading into the final 15 minutes of the game in Atlanta, but an early goal after just seven minutes put them behind.The hapless England team were in desperate need of inspiration and, as has been the case on so many occasions, it was their all-time top scorer who pulled them out of despair. He started with a header inside the penalty area and then the Bayern Munich man curled…
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Ramin Yamal is healthy enough to play full time. world cup Coach Luis de la Fuente said on Wednesday that he would play against Spain if necessary.18 year old Barcelona winger He scored just one goal in just 141 minutes in Spain’s three group games, making him perhaps the only global superstar to underperform at this star-studded World Cup. Yamal’s minutes are limited by Spain for optimization His recovery from a torn hamstring April 22nd.Coach de la Fuente suggested to reporters at the SoFi Stadium before the start of the final that Yamal’s recovery is almost…
England will be without Reece James and Jarrell Quansah when they face the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the knockout stages, but both could return for the World Cup last-16 tie against Thailand if the Three Lions progress.June 30, 2026 22:15Updated June 30, 2026 22:16Thomas Tuchel deals with a growing injury list ahead of the World Cup final (Image: AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)Manager Thomas Tuchel will have to use an urgent right-back plan for England’s match against the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which has secured a place in the World Cup finals. Reece James and Jarrell Quansah missed…
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly set to sign Sandro Tonali in a big-money deal with Newcastle United this summer. It comes at a time when Spurs are spending huge sums of money to prepare Roberto De Zerbi, who has finished 17th in the table, with a team that can challenge for a higher spot.Tottenham have fallen behind in the last two seasons and despite winning their first silver medal since 2008 last year, they have serious problems. Their latest statement in the transfer market appears to be a significant one, with Tonali set to become the club’s most expensive player in…