Jude Bellingham Frustrated as England Stumble Against Ghana
epa13045315 Jude Bellingham of England celebrates scoring the 3-2 goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match England against Croatia, in Dallas, Texas, USA, 17 June 2026. EPA/JEFFREY MCWHORTER

Jude Bellingham Frustrated as England Stumble Against Ghana

England star Jude Bellingham admitted to feeling frustrated after they were held to a goalless draw by Ghana in their second World Cup group match.

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Boks have utmost respect for England as Nations Championship looms
Rassie Erasmus during the 2026 International Rugby Springboks Team Announcement at Southern Sun in Hyde Park on 16 June 2026 ©Alche Greeff/BackpagePix

Boks have utmost respect for England as Nations Championship looms

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus expressed utmost respect for England as the Boks kicked off their preparations for the inaugural Nations Championship – that kicks off next weekend in Johannesburg – and spoke highly of their travelling squad and the threat they posed in the opening game.

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Cristiano Ronaldo Responds to Critics After Portugal Win
epa13058748 Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal (L) celebrates scoring the 1-0 during the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match Portugal against Uzbekistan, in Houston, USA, 23 June 2026. EPA/SAM WASSON

Cristiano Ronaldo Responds to Critics After Portugal Win

Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has opened up on the criticism directed at both himself and the national team, admitting it has been a difficult period for the squad.

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Tuchel Opens Up on Pressure as England Prepare for Ghana Test
epa13045431 England's head coach Thomas Tuchel (C) celebrate with his players after winning the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match England against Croatia, in Dallas, Texas, USA, 17 June 2026. EPA/JEFFREY MCWHORTER

Tuchel Opens Up on Pressure as England Prepare for Ghana Test

England manager Thomas Tuchel has spoken openly about the pressure and emotions surrounding his squad as they prepare to take on Ghana in their next World Cup match.

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Martinez Praises Ronaldo’s Leadership Ahead of World Cup Fixture
epa13056815 Portugal's national soccer head coach Roberto Martinez talks to his player Cristiano Ronaldo (L) during a training session of the team in Palm Beach, Florida, USA, 22 June 2026. Portugal prepares for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Uzbekistan. EPA/MIGUEL A. LOPES

Martinez Praises Ronaldo’s Leadership Ahead of World Cup Fixture

Portugal boss Roberto Martinez has lauded Cristiano Ronaldo as a benchmark for professionalism and consistency, stressing the forward’s leadership and hunger ahead of their next World Cup fixture.

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Mbappe Prioritises Team Success Over Personal Glory
epa13057406 Kylian Mbappe of France celebrates scoring the 1-0 goal the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match France against Iraq, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, 22 June 2026. EPA/WILL OLIVER

Mbappe Prioritises Team Success Over Personal Glory

France star Kylian Mbappe insists that personal milestones are secondary, with his main focus firmly on helping Les Bleus achieve World Cup success.

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Messi sets World Cup scoring record after guiding Argentina into Last 32
epa13057119 Lionel Messi of Argentina looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match Argentina against Austria, in Dallas, USA, 22 June 2026. EPA/JEFFREY MCWHORTER

Messi sets World Cup scoring record after guiding Argentina into Last 32

Lionel Messi etched his name into World Cup history when he became the tournament's all-time leading goalscorer while leading Argentina into the last 32.

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