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Thomas Partey denied entry into Canada for Ghana's World Cup opener over rape charges

Former Arsenal and current Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has been denied entry into Canada ahead of their opening game due to rape charges in the UK.

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Marco Silva confirmed as new Benfica head coach on two-year contract

Former Fulham ⁠coach Marco Silva has ‌joined Benfica as ‌their manager ‌on a two-year ‌deal with the ‌option to extend for ‌another year, the ⁠Portuguese ‌club said ​on Friday.

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EXCLUSIVE: Vahid Halilhodzic on managerial career and 'nightmare' with Morocco

Four national teams qualified for the World Cup, experiences on three continents, and wounds that never fully healed: Vahid Halilhodzic spoke candidly to Flashscore in this exclusive interview about his fascinating and wide-ranging career.

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Dembele insists 'unfair' criticism of France captain Mbappe has gone too far

France forward Ousmane Dembele has defended captain Kylian Mbappe, saying criticism of the Real Madrid ⁠striker has become excessive as the national team prepare for the World Cup.

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EXCLUSIVE: MMA star Fleury on meteoric rise through Oktagon, upcoming fight & more

The world of MMA on the old continent currently boasts several champions across different divisions and organisations. However, very few can claim to be champions in two weight classes.

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Ronaldo feeling 'very positive' ahead of World Cup campaign with Portugal

Cristiano Ronaldo said on Friday that he was feeling "very positive" before flying out of Lisbon with the Portuguese team to their World Cup base camp in Palm Beach, Florida.

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What Bafana Bafana must change to get their World Cup campaign back on track

South Africa must lick their wounds and look ahead to their second World Cup Group A clash with Czech Republic in Atlanta on Thursday following a poor display in the 2-0 defeat to co-hosts Mexico that opened their tournament.

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Norwegian coach Stale Solbakken says 'World Cup organizers are hypocrites'

Norwegian national team coach Stale Solbakken says the World Cup organizers 'are hypocrites' on the back of the events leading up to the start of the tournament.

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Ajax reportedly looking at Ter Stegen and Sommer for goalkeeping recinforcements

According to reports, Dutch Eredivisie giants Ajax are looking to add Marc-Andre ter Stegen or Yann Sommer to fill their vacant goalkeeping spot.

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South Korea's Lee Kang-In stands out with highest Flashscore rating on opening day

Despite his modest height (just 173 centimetres), South Korean Lee Kang-In was impossible to miss on the pitch in Guadalajara, Mexico. The midfielder, who plays for PSG at club level, was absolutely dominant in his first match at the 2026 World Cup.

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Norris fastest in second Barcelona practice after Russell tops first session

Formula 1 champion Lando Norris put McLaren ⁠top of the practice timesheets at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix on Friday, with George Russell ‌looking strong for Mercedes after two races without scoring.

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'I can play three 90s a week', insists James ahead of England's World Cup campaign

Reece James is set to play an instrumental role if England are to win their second World Cup this summer.

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New Zealand legend Kane Williamson retires from international cricket mid-series

New Zealand's most prolific run-scorer and arguably greatest-ever batsman, Kane Williamson, announced his immediate retirement from international cricket on Friday.

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EXCLUSIVE: Bailly on 'father figure' Mourinho, Ronaldo's dedication & life after Old Trafford

Eric Bailly has lived a football life that reads like a dream mapped out on the wall of a childhood bedroom in the Ivory Coast. From being spotted at a youth tournament at 17 and moving to Spain alone to signing for Manchester United under Jose Mourinho, the defender has experienced the full spectrum of the game.

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Morocco defender Nayef Aguerd explains exit ahead of World Cup opener

Morocco national team defender Nayef Aguerd has revealed his decision to exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup squad ahead of the North African's opening fixture against Brazil at New York New Jersey Stadium on Saturday, June 13th.

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Will Still appointed the new manager of Ligue 1 club Auxerre

Former Lens and Southampton manager Will Still is making his return to France to take charge of Auxerre, with the club announcing the appointment and a contract running until 2028. He succeeds Christophe Pelissier, who was dismissed at the end of the season despite narrowly keeping the team in Ligue 1.

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Captain Williams backs Bafana Bafana game-plan but one former national team star disagrees

South Africa were handed a lesson in the clinical nature of teams at the 2026 World Cup after a 2-0 defeat to Mexico in their Group A opener on Thursday that could have been much worse.

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'We want to be a force': Pulisic backing USA to excel ahead of Paraguay clash

United States star Christian Pulisic said the World Cup co-hosts are "ready to battle" on football's biggest stage as they prepare for a potentially bruising opener against Paraguay on Friday.

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Pierre Gasly awarded dream Monaco Grand Prix podium after stewards overturn penalty

Alpine driver Pierre Gasly was reinstated to the Monaco Grand ⁠Prix podium on Friday after Formula One stewards ruled in favour of his Renault-owned team and rescinded penalties for ‌pitlane speeding after recognising a timekeeping error.

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Kylian Mbappe wary of ‘great’ Senegal ahead of France's World Cup opener

France national team forward Kylian Mbappe has labelled Senegal ‘a great team’ as the two nations prepare to face off in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener at New York New Jersey Stadium on Tuesday, June 16th.

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World Cup LIVE: USA dominate Paraguay in 4-1 win, Canada draws with Bosnia & Herzegovina

After an action-packed start to the 2026 World Cup, tournament hosts USA and Canada take centre stage on day two, with intriguing matches against Bosnia & Herzegovina and Paraguay, respectively.

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Paraguay boss says they've 'already won' by making World Cup, but have sights set on more

Paraguay coach Gustavo Alfaro said on Thursday his players ⁠had already achieved something special by ending the country's 16-year World Cup absence, but added that they are ‌here to compete rather than simply celebrate their return to the tournament.

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The trio of refugees looking to drive Australian World Cup success

Born in refugee camps to parents displaced by conflict in Africa, three players will show the changing face of Australian ⁠soccer at the World Cup and look to answer the nation's call for goals.

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RB Salzburg reportedly looking to appoint Rangers boss Danny Rohl as new manager

RB Salzburg are reportedly pushing for Rangers manager Danny Rohl to take over.