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Messi rolls back the years as Ronaldo falters: First round of World Cup games deliver

From Lionel Messi rolling back the years to full stadiums and a Cape Verde team that shocked Spain, here is what we learned after the first round of games at the World Cup:

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Is Mexico City the craziest sports city? Inside the guarded fortress & street celebrations

In the opening episode of the new World Cup Questions series, we head straight to the heart of the 2026 World Cup host city - vibrant Mexico City. As the tournament kicks off, we seek to answer a burning question: Is Mexico City the wildest sports destination in the world?

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World Cup highlights: England make statement start as Ronaldo struggles for Portugal

Day seven of the World Cup is over, with big wins for England and Colombia, while Portugal faltered in a draw against the DR Congo and Ghana netted a last-gasp winner to defeat Panama.

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Experienced Danish international goalkeeper brings down curtain on impressive career

37-year old former Danish international goalkeeper Jonas Lossl has brought down the curtain on his career to occupy a new position in the FC Midtjylland administration.

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Colombia coach Nestor Lorenzo admits emotion of occasion weighed heavy on players

Colombia coach Nestor Lorenzo said the emotion generated by a ⁠sea of Colombian supporters at the Azteca Stadium weighed on some of his players as they opened their World Cup ‌campaign with a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan on Wednesday.

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Uzbekistan head coach Fabio Cannavaro proud of his team's effort in Colombia defeat

Uzbekistan head coach Fabio Cannavaro said he was proud of ⁠his team’s performance despite their 3-1 defeat to Colombia in their World Cup Group K opener on Wednesday, praising his ‌players’ effort in a challenging atmosphere at the Azteca Stadium.

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EXCLUSIVE: Roque Junior on why Brazil aren't a World Cup favourite and Neymar's influence

Defender Roque Junior made history with the Brazil national team by becoming World Cup champions in 2002.

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Harry Kane credits Thomas Tuchel for 'great' team talk after second-half response

Captain Harry Kane credited Thomas Tuchel with delivering a half-time team talk that propelled England to a 4-2 win over Croatia to launch their World Cup title bid on Wednesday.

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'I've got a chip on my shoulder': Jude Bellingham admits relief in silencing critics

Jude Bellingham hopes his pivotal goal in England's 4-2 win over Croatia at the World Cup on Wednesday will silence the "noise" surrounding him, admitting: "I've got a little bit of a chip on my shoulder."

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Five things we learned after Ghana sneak past Panama at the death in Toronto

Ghana left it late in a battle, scoring in the 95th minute to get the better of Panama 1-0 in Toronto to claim three points. Here are five conclusions after the game.

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Flashscore sources: Adam Wharton chase will heat up as Liverpool, Spurs both keen

Liverpool are being linked with midfielder Adam Wharton, but Tottenham also retain a huge interest in the Crystal Palace star.

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Carlos Queiroz admits Ghana had to 'suffer' in late victory over Panama

Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz ⁠said wins in this World Cup came at a high ‌price and that his players had shown ‌they were ready to pay ‌it after the West African country overcame ‌Panama 1-0 thanks to a stoppage-time ‌goal on Wednesday.

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Colombia end first round of World Cup games with victory over debutants Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan’s first-ever FIFA World Cup (WC) game ended in defeat as Colombia clinched a nervy 3-1 victory over the debutants in Group K at Estadio Azteca.

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Panama boss describes Ghana loss as 'cruel' after receiving late sucker punch

Panama coach Thomas Christiansen said ⁠his team deserved better after a "cruel" 1-0 loss to Ghana in their opening World ‌Cup Group L match on Wednesday.

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How USA birthright citizenship is the spark behind exciting World Cup run

President Donald Trump's bid to end birthright citizenship has gone all the way to the US Supreme Court but the issue's impact is already being felt on a giant stage: the World Cup.

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Canada look to set the tone against Qatar as pressure mounts on co-hosts

Canada will be looking to learn the lessons from their 1-1 opening draw ⁠with Bosnia & Herzegovina and to stamp their authority on their World Cup Group B match with Qatar in Vancouver on Thursday.

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Tartan Army takeover of Boston continues to be World Cup bright spot

From drinking the bars dry to lustily serenading an iconic baseball stadium with a rendition of "Flower of Scotland", the bagpipe-playing, kilt-wearing hordes of the Tartan Army have captivated Boston since arriving at the World Cup.

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Ghana take down Panama after clutch last-minute goal from Yirenkyi

Caleb Yirenkyi scored a 95th-minute winner as Ghana snatched a 1-0 victory over Panama in their FIFA World Cup (WC) opener at BMO Field in Toronto, denying the Canal men a first-ever point at the finals in the process.

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Qatar feel 'no pressure' heading into crucial Canada matchup

Qatar are approaching the World Cup with a relaxed ⁠mindset, focusing on enjoying the occasion and remaining competitive rather than feeling pressure, manager Julen Lopetegui said ahead ‌of Thursday's game against co-hosts Canada in Vancouver.

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Zlatko Dalic: Croatia has 'no more room for error' after loss to England

Coach Zlatko Dalic said Croatia have no more room for error at the ⁠World Cup after going down 4-2 to England in an entertaining Group L opener at Dallas Stadium on Wednesday.

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England's emphatic win over Croatia was a 'game of two halves'

England's 4-2 victory over Croatia offered an encouraging but imperfect start to Thomas Tuchel's first major tournament as manager, with a much-improved second-half performance turning a nervy opening night into a significant World Cup win.

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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.

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HJK fight back in thriller with Inter Turku as Ilves hit five against Jaro

Veikkausliiga leaders Inter Turku were held to a third consecutive league draw as they conceded twice late on to HJK, as KuPS secured a narrow win to close the gap and Ilves put five past Jaro.

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South Korea victim of possible drone spying ahead of Mexico showdown

South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo on Wednesday described the ⁠appearance of a drone during a closed World Cup training session as "unfortunate" ahead of the crucial ‌World Cup Group A game against co-hosts Mexico.