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The 'Messi effect' a dream come true for MLS, says Commissioner Garber

Major League Soccer is counting ⁠on a blend of home-grown talent and global superstars to keep the momentum going after the World ‌Cup, with Lionel Messi ready to switch from Argentina blue to Inter ‌Miami pink after Sunday's final.

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Who were the best and worst Socceroos at the World Cup? Every player rated

Using Flashscore's new and improved player ratings system, we have crowned centre back Alessandro Circati as Australia's best performer of the tournament. Read on to find out who wasn't so impressive...

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Mbappe looking to add to remarkable World Cup record by conquering final frontier vs Spain

France will once again turn to Kylian Mbappe as they chase a third straight World Cup final, with the semi-finals representing the only knockout stage in which he has yet to find the net.

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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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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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Australia forward Mitch Duke announces retirement from international football

Australia striker Mitch Duke has announced his retirement ⁠from international soccer, bringing the curtain down on a career spanning more ‌than a decade in which he won ‌50 caps for the Socceroos.

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USA to hold talks with Mauricio Pochettino over future after World Cup

US Soccer said it will resume talks with Mauricio Pochettino ⁠over his future after a period of "rest and reflection" following the Argentine's management of a US ‌team that exited the World Cup with a humiliating 4-1 defeat ‌by Belgium.

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England return to Azteca for Mexico clash with 'Hand of God' pain still lingering

England return to the Estadio Azteca to face Mexico in the World Cup last 16, revisiting the scene of one of their most painful defeats while aiming to write a different story.

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The remarkable run England will need to end if they want to beat Mexico at the Azteca

Mexico have been hugely impressive at the 2026 World Cup, ruthlessly exploiting home advantage to produce one of the most dominant performances by a host nation in the modern era.

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Texas baseball side invites 'Aussie takeover' as Socceroos fans flood Dallas

After the success of a similar marketing stunt involving travelling Scottish supporters in Miami, Major League Baseball (MLB) club Texas Rangers have extended an offer to the thousands of Australian fans descending upon Dallas this week.

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Robert Lewandowski heads to the United States and joins Chicago Fire

Robert Lewandowski has joined Major League Soccer (MLS) side Chicago Fire as a free agent after his contract with Barcelona came to an end this summer. The Polish striker was linked with FC Porto, but is heading to the United States.

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Socceroos teen Herrington hopes for Salah test in World Cup round of 32

After making a World Cup debut at 18, ⁠defending Australia's goal from Mohamed Salah is the next box Lucas Herrington would like to tick in a ‌fast-moving career.

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Socceroos to host Brazil this September in huge footballing coup

Football Australia has landed not one but two friendlies against the South American powerhouses on home soil later this year.

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Carlos Queiroz claims 48-team World Cup is 'debatable' after Ghana's loss to Croatia

Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz said on Saturday it was debatable as ⁠to whether the expanded 48-team World Cup had enhanced the tournament, warning it could devalue the soccer ‌showpiece by taking the drama out of qualification.

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Jacob Italiano and Mathew Leckie to miss remainder of Australia's World Cup

Australia full back Jacob Italiano and veteran ⁠attacker Mathew Leckie are out of the World Cup with injuries, the Socceroos confirmed on Friday.

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Spain's 10th all-time top scorer Ferran Torres hopes to end his World Cup drought

Ferran Torres' poor start to the World Cup once again highlights just how unpredictable and unclassifiable a footballer he is. He doesn't have a fixed position, alternates between incredible hot streaks and barren spells, and is often criticised, yet he always has the backing of his coaches.

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Popovic hails Australia's 'wonderful achievement' after reaching knockout stages

Australia coach Tony ⁠Popovic hailed a "special day" for the Socceroos at the World Cup ‌after they reached the round of 32 with ‌a 0-0 draw against Paraguay ‌on Thursday.

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Australia through to Round of 32 after scoreless draw with Paraguay

Australia and Paraguay played out an underwhelming 0-0 draw in a contest that was a product of the FIFA World Cup’s new format, with the result securing the Socceroos a second consecutive knockout round appearance and putting La Albirroja in a strong position to advance in one of the best third-placed spots.

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Power Dynamos confirm departure of Kenya striker Moses Shumah to AmaZulu FC

Kenya national team striker Moses Shumah has left Zambia Premier League champions Power Dynamos to sign for South African Premier Soccer League (PSL) outfit AmaZulu FC.

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Socceroos to make at least two changes for Paraguay due to injuries

Australia full back Jacob Italiano has been ruled out of at ⁠least the World Cup Group D clash against Paraguay on Thursday due to a suspected adductor injury, joining veteran forward Mathew ‌Leckie on the sidelines.

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Canada left nervous as injuries still in play ahead of key game against Switzerland

The Canadian national soccer team continues to go through the full range of ⁠emotions in the 2026 World Cup.

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This is serious: Seattle creates atmosphere to dream as USA roll on at World Cup

The stereotype of soccer in the USA is that it is a sideshow to ‘America’s sports’ - on Friday it took centre stage.

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'I'll watch the soccer now': New York embraces World Cup after Knicks parade

New York is set to finally embrace the World Cup after thousands of Knicks fans flooded Manhattan on Thursday to celebrate the basketball team's NBA Finals victory.

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Australia's Trewin ready for anticipated US matchup against MLS teammate

Australia defender Kai Trewin wished his New York City FC ⁠teammate Matt Freese good luck before the World Cup, but will try to help the Socceroos foil the United States goalkeeper on ‌Friday.