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England started their World Cup campaign in style with a 4-2 win over Croatia, but concerns about two of Thomas Tuchel’s most important players emerged after the match.June 18, 2026, 18:57Updated June 18, 2026 18:59Harry Kane was seen with his calf wrapped after England’s win over Croatia (Image: Bradley Collyer/PA Wire)Harry Kane has helped England double their fitness. The Three Lions captain was seen wearing a strap around his left calf after England’s win over Croatia in their opening group game.However, Kane, who scored two goals equaling Gary Lineker’s World Cup goalscoring record in England, is said to be in…

VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Australian midfielder Aiden O’Neill says the excitement of the 2026 World Cup was the main reason he left Belgium for the United States in his prime. O’Neal joined New York City FC during the 2025 Major League Soccer season and shared a locker room with several Americans, including fellow Australian Kai Trewin and U.S. goalkeeper Matt Freeze.After a season and a half as teammates, O’Neal and Freese were appointed to the biggest role of their lives. They will be on opposite sides when Australia take on the United States in Seattle on Friday. “We’re excited…

Emma Hayes mocked for tactical analysis during World Cup hydration break, with ITV partly to blame for giving ammunition to misogynists on social media10:53, June 18, 2026Updated June 18, 2026 10:53Emma Hayes gave an analysis using a blackboard on ITVA quick search of social media reveals a harrowing atmosphere of the kind of misogyny that Emma Hayes has to face every time she appears on TV.During England’s World Cup opener against Croatia, Hayes was projected into the living rooms of millions of people who don’t normally watch football. And sadly, increased exposure means increased discomfort.The former Chelsea Women’s and current…

Lionel Messi’s family has released a statement following claims that the Argentine superstar’s father, Jorge, is suffering from health problems during the World Cup.June 18, 2026 18:09Updated June 18, 2026 21:23Lionel Messi and his father Jorge (Image: X)Lionel Messi is expected to remain at the World Cup despite news emerging that his father is having health problems.The Argentine icon’s family has released a statement confirming that Jorge Messi, 68, is suffering from health problems. Messi was overcome with emotion after scoring the first of his three goals in the World Cup opener against Algeria in Kansas. He later explained that…

ATLANTA (AP) — Some of the most passionate soccer fans Czech Republic vs South Africa I didn’t really care who won.This was not a battle between World Cup favorites. There was no mega star to flatter. Some of the crowd of 67,442 were there just because it was an event. world cup.Rami Abdok and the Abdulman brothers sat in section 338, fussing over every flashy play, shouting over every controversial call, and participating in stadium-wide waves with boos erupting among the public during both games. hydration break.The three were wearing Argentina and Spain jerseys. South Africa while proudly detailing their…

Liverpool signed Víctor Muñoz from Osasuna for £34.5m this summer, with new head coach Andoni Iraola playing a key role in securing the Spanish forward.June 18, 2026, 18:27Updated June 18, 2026 19:07Andoni Iraola played a key role in Liverpool securing the signing of Victor Muñoz (Image: Nikki Dyer – LFC, Liverpool FC via Getty Images)Andoni Iraola is said to have played a pivotal role in Liverpool sealing the deal for Victor Muñoz this summer.It was revealed on Wednesday that the Reds were set to beat Newcastle United to sign the 22-year-old Osasuna forward.Liverpool agreed to meet the release clause in…

LEEDS, England (AP) – West Indies remained unbeaten in the Women’s Twenty20 World Cup by defeating Scotland by seven points after a frenetic match at Headingley on Thursday.Scotland needed 154 to win to chase the record, but won the match at 132-5 with two overs remaining.Then medium pacer Aaliyah Alleyne came to West Indies’ relief. She took three wickets in 19 overs, including Darcy Carter’s 59. Scotland required 17 by the final over but were all out on the last ball to score 146.In Group 2, only West Indies and England were 2-2, with the top two teams advancing to…

Thomas Tuchel didn’t hesitate to demand more from his England side at half-time in the opening World Cup game – including a candid exchange with Jordan PickfordJune 18, 2026 19:00Updated June 18, 2026 21:02Thomas Tuchel had a frank message to England players at half-timeEngland manager Thomas Tuchel has claimed he forgot to read the Riot Act to Jordan Pickford.Tuchel admitted he sent a blunt message to England’s players, telling them to “try harder” after their defenders scored two goals against Croatia. However, Tuchel engaged in a fierce battle with England’s No. 1 Pickford, struggled to develop from the back, and…

The United States resumed operations at an international conference on Friday. world cup Exactly one week after the match against Australia He showed a great performance in the opening match. Expectations for the team have increased.Meanwhile, Brazil will get a second chance to be among the favorites against Haiti.It remains to be seen how much help the Americans will get from their star forward. Christian Pulisic In front of an enthusiastic crowd in Seattle. Pulisic is suffering from pain in his left calf. training separately From the team.Brazil will try to improve After a lackluster 1-1 draw Last week’s match…

Manager Thomas Tuchel was furious at the attitude of several cameramen during England’s national anthem during England’s 4-2 win over Croatia in Dallas on Wednesday.Thomas Tuchel’s week just got even better (Image: Maja Hitij – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)Thomas Tuchel has scored another World Cup win after FIFA responded to his complaints after England’s 4-2 win over Croatia. Three Lions manager Tuchel was attempting to watch England players sing the national anthem in Dallas on Wednesday when he was blocked by a line of photographers.The German player went on to ask FIFA to move camera operators below the touchline for…