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Expansion to 64 teams to be discussed after 2026 World Cup, Infantino says

Any further expansion of the World Cup, increasing the number of teams participating at the finals to 64, will be ⁠discussed after this year's edition, FIFA president Gianni Infantino said without providing any details.

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World Cup Gastro Derby: Juicy New York vs Spicy Mexico City! Who came out on top?

While the fierce quarterfinal battles of the FIFA World Cup were wrapping up on the pitch, we organised a parallel championship for you right on the streets as part of World Cup Questions. Two absolute heavyweights of global cuisine faced off - cosmopolitan New York and vibrant, energetic Mexico City.

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'I want England to do well', says Haaland after Three Lions end Norway's dream run

Erling Haaland says he hoped England would go on to win the World Cup after Norway suffered an agonising extra-time defeat in their quarter-final showdown in Miami on Saturday.

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Bellingham bites back at Tuchel's 'lucky' comment after taxing win over Norway

England were forced to survive another gruelling battle at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as Thomas Tuchel's side secured a 2-1 extra-time quarter-final win over Norway on Saturday.

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Tuchel reveals Declan Rice was in bed for three days before Norway match

England manager Thomas Tuchel has revealed that midfielder Declan Rice spent most of the three days in bed before the World Cup quarterfinal against Norway on Saturday.

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Lionel Messi looking forward to 'special match' against England in World Cup semi-final

After securing qualification against Switzerland, Argentina captain Lionel Messi admits the squad is feeling the strain of the World Cup’s gruelling schedule

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'This is part of our DNA': Lionel Scaloni says Argentina always suffer at World Cup

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said their 3-1 extra-time victory over Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals on Saturday ⁠was further proof that his team have grown comfortable operating in challenging situations.

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Switzerland head coach Murat Yakin rules Breel Embolo red card 'unacceptable'

Switzerland coach Murat Yakin described the rule behind Breel Embolo sending off as “unacceptable” after Argentina ⁠scored twice in extra time to end the Swiss fairytale World Cup run with a 3-1 quarter-final victory on Saturday.

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Argentina beat 10-man Switzerland in extra time to set up England semi-final clash

Argentina set up a blockbuster FIFA World Cup (WC) semi-final with England after a stunning extra-time strike from Julian Alvarez helped them to a 3-1 victory over Switzerland, moving La Seleccion a step closer to becoming the first side since Brazil in 1962 to retain the WC trophy.

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Erling Haaland left proud to have 'put Norway on the map' after World Cup elimination

Erling Haaland said Norway's World Cup performances had inspired a new generation despite the disappointment of a 2-1 quarter-final defeat to England after extra-time on Saturday.

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Pape Thiaw dismissed as Senegal head coach after round of 32 elimination

It's official. Following the early elimination of the Lions of Teranga in the round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup, the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has decided to move on from Pape Thiaw.

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FIFA claims 'no evidence' that ball struck cable in Jude Bellingham's leveller for England

FIFA on Saturday said there was "no evidence" to support claims that England's equaliser in the 2-1 win over Norway in the World Cup quarter-final should have been ruled out after the ball appeared to strike a camera cable in the build-up.

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Norway manager Solbakken brought to tears as he speaks of pride in Norway team

Norway coach Stale Solbakken shed tears of pride after his side were lost 2-1 to England ⁠after extra time to exit the World Cup at the quarter-final stage, bringing to an end a campaign that captured hearts and minds ‌at home and abroad.

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Thomas Tuchel admits England were 'lucky' to beat Norway and qualify for World Cup semi-finals

England manager Thomas Tuchel said Saturday his team were "lucky" after squeezing past Norway 2-1 following extra-time to reach the World Cup semi-finals.

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Jude Bellingham double leads England to semi-finals over Norway after extra time

England reached their first FIFA World Cup (WC) semi-final outside of Europe by coming from a goal down to beat Norway 2-1 AET, bringing Landslaget’s best performance at a major tournament to a close and setting up a showdown with Argentina or Switzerland.

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Argentina World Cup captain Rattin dead at age 89

Antonio Rattin, one of Argentina's greatest midfielders who played at the 1962 ⁠and 1966 World Cups and spent his entire club career with Boca Juniors, died on Saturday at the age ‌of 89, the Argentine club said.

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Italy legend Paolo Maldini appointed technical director of national team

Italian football icon Paolo Maldini has been appointed technical director of the national football federation (FIGC), looking to rebuild after Italy's failure to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup.

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Ajax 'enter race' for Moroccan World Cup standout Azzedine Ounahi

Eredivisie giants Ajax are reportedly entering the race for Morocco and Girona standout midfielder Azzedine Ounahi.

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Belgium boss Rudi Garcia under fire after replacing Thibaut Courtois against Spain

Belgium coach Rudi Garcia came under a barrage of fire for replacing first-choice goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois in ⁠Friday’s World Cup quarter-final loss to Spain, adding to questions about his future.

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Feyenoord's Bos to miss three months after knee injury with Socceroos at World Cup

Australia left-back Jordan ⁠Bos will miss the first three months ‌of the new season for ‌Feyenoord after ‌a knee injury at ‌the World Cup, the ‌Dutch club said on Saturday.

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'The Swiss Messi': Amdouni preparing to face off with his idol in quarter-finals

On Saturday in Kansas City, Switzerland will take on Argentina in the World Cup quarter-finals. For Zeki Amdouni, this historic clash has a special flavour, as the Geneva-born forward is about to cross paths with Lionel Messi, the player who inspired his career. It's a twist of fate for the man nicknamed the 'Swiss Messi' because of his playing style.

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South African football in shock as 2026 World Cup star passes away

South Africa international midfielder Jayden Adams, who featured in all three of his side’s group stages games at the World Cup, has passed away, a family spokesperson has confirmed, though details around his death have yet to be released.

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Harry Kane and Erling Haaland lock horns in battle of elite World Cup number nines

This is the World Cup of leading men. And when it comes to goals, few dominate the spotlight as much as Harry Kane and Erling Haaland. Both prolific scorers, record-breakers and decisive players, the Englishman and the Norwegian arrive at the quarter-finals for a clash that, this Saturday, brings together the two leading centre-forwards in world football.

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World Cup LIVE: Argentina and England to meet in Atlanta after quarter-final wins

The World Cup quarter-finals conclude today as England face last-eight debutants Norway before the world champions Argentina take on Switzerland overnight. Make sure you follow all the drama with us as a fascinating day unfolds!