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WASHINGTON (AP) — Ty Balibo scored from the penalty spot 10 minutes into stoppage time, Sean Johnson made six saves and D.C. United defeated Toronto FC 2-1 on Saturday night, ending a five-game winning streak. Toronto (3-7-7) is without a win in 11 games. Andre Dozell drew a penalty conceded by Jackson Gilman, and Balibo’s penalty sealed the goal. Balibo has scored in three consecutive games and has 11 points in 14 appearances (13 starts) this season. DC United (5-5-7) took a 1-0 lead in the 41st minute when Kobe Franklin netted a corner kick taken by Keisuke Kurokawa and…

The goalless draw between Spain and Cape Verde at the 2026 World Cup was such a stunning upset that it was flagged as suspicious by the Council of Europe’s gambling watchdog.Chief Reporter Jerry Lawton and mark wakefield Sports Central Audience WriterJuly 24, 2026, 18:43Spain midfielder #16 Rodri (left) reacts next to Cape Verde goalkeeper #01 Bosinha (C) after a missed goal chance during the 2026 World Cup Soccer Group H match between Spain and Cape Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta. (Photo: Roberto SCHMIDT/AFP via Getty Images)One of Spain’s matches to win the 2026 FIFA World…

Lionel Messi’s wife has made her feelings clear after Argentina’s loss to Spain in the World Cup final was widely criticized. Last weekend, the two countries faced off for the biggest prize in soccer, with Argentina aiming for back-to-back titles and Spain chasing its second star. In the end, an extra-time winner courtesy of Ferran Torres saw La Roja lift the iconic golden trophy.Immediately after the final whistle, Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes became enraged by attacking the Spanish players as they drove away to celebrate. The majority of the team turned their backs when the trophy was handed to their…

Italy were considering appointing Josep Guardiola as their new manager following their disastrous defeat in their bid to qualify for this summer’s World Cup.July 24, 2026, 10:52Updated July 24, 2026 11:35Pep Guardiola turned down Italy job (Image: Adam Davy/PA Wire)According to reports, manager Josep Guardiola has refused to take up the role in Italy, telling the leaders that he is “not in the mood”. It was also claimed that he still needs rest and is unsure about his international management, dealing a blow to England’s prospects for his appointment.The Catalan left Manchester City this summer after 10 years in charge.…

Vinicius Junior has already indicated that he would prefer to remain at Real Madrid rather than join Arsenal this summer. The winger has reportedly emerged as a target for the new Premier League champions, who are looking to add a new left-sided attacker.Real Madrid will be desperate to avoid this scenario, as Vinicius is widely considered to be one of the best players in the world.The 26-year-old also seems keen to remain in the Spanish capital, admitting earlier this year that he wants to enjoy the rest of his career there.”I’m in no hurry to renew my contract. My contract…

Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland has scored many memorable goals throughout his career, but this time it was an artist rather than a defender who managed to catch the Norwegian striker’s attention.The talented sculptor known as Jay the Clay on social media recently shared an impressive behind-the-scenes video showing the painstaking process of creating a handmade clay doll modeled after Haaland. The finished product was so realistic that it garnered a simple but meaningful reaction from the Manchester City forward himself.’Awesome’: Erling Haaland digs amazing clay sculpture in his honour.”If you spend hours making a figure, some guy named Erling…

Jurgen Klopp has been announced as Germany’s new manager, replacing Julian Nagelsmann, who humiliated Paraguay at the World Cup.July 24, 2026, 10:02Updated July 24, 2026 10:39Jurgen Klopp appointed as Germany’s new manager (Image: Richard Sellers/Sportsphoto/Allstar via Getty Images)It has been officially announced that Jurgen Klopp will become the new manager of the German national team on a four-year contract. The former Liverpool manager will leave his current role at Red Bull to replace Julian Nagelsmann, who resigned following the World Cup defeat.Shortly after Nagelsmann resigned and terms were agreed earlier this month, Klopp was seen as a top target. The…

The letter read: “Dear President, yesterday, Sunday, July 19, 2026, at the magnificent New Jersey Stadium in New York, Argentina won the silver medal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after an exciting final against Spain. I would like to once again extend my heartfelt congratulations on this important new result for Argentine football.”“The 2026 FIFA World Cup will go down as an unforgettable celebration of football, marked by spectacular matches, new promises broken, the presence of some of the greatest names in the sport and an extraordinary atmosphere in stadiums packed with fans.“Albiceleste’s outstanding performance also contributed decisively to…

Mikel Arteta has given three Arsenal players permission to leave Emirates Stadium this summer.05:45, July 24, 2026Updated July 24, 2026 08:07Mikel Arteta will lead team shakeup this summer (Image: Getty Images)Three Arsenal players have already been sacked as manager Mikel Arteta continues to overhaul his main squad this summer. The Gunners manager went into this transfer window knowing he needed to improve the quality of his squad in order to retain the Premier League title next season.The first step to achieving this is to sack players who are deemed not to be up to the required standard, and the second…

Arsenal are investigating whether the uncertainty surrounding Vinicius Junior’s future at Real Madrid could create an unexpected opportunity to sign one of the world’s most dangerous forwards.Although the interest is still provisional and no formal discussions have taken place between the clubs, the possibility of signing Vinicius has reportedly been approved across Arsenal’s hierarchy, according to The Athletic and Sky Sports.Vini Junior honors Real Madrid idol Ronaldo with iced out number 7 chainparker johnsonTransferring will be extremely difficult. Vinicius is one of Real Madrid’s biggest stars, commands an elite-level salary and his signing would attract competition from some of the…