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Soccer

Transfer News
Bernardo Silva agrees two-year deal with Real Madrid after leaving Man City
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play it again
Kylian Mbappé's flute celebration was inspired by... James Corden
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Up and Running
Three-goal Austria get the better of World Cup first-timers Jordan
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Soccer
The 24 hours that sum up the emotion and stardust of this World Cup
Three of the greats deliver more magic as stories from the fringes also take centre stage.
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reports from Boston
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Off the Mark
Messi hat-trick launches Argentina's World Cup defence and equals all-time record
Argentina defeated Algeria in their tournament opener in Kansas City.
5 hrs ago
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Call it
Who will win tonight's World Cup game - England or Croatia?
5 hrs ago
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no mercy
The beast is alive at the World Cup! Erling Haaland double helps Norway ease past Iraq
Striker’s debut on the biggest stage of all sets a marker down for more to come this summer.
David Sneyd
reports from Boston Stadium
9 hrs ago
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Yesterday
16th June 2026
World Cup
Mbappe breaks French all-time goalscoring record with late burst against Senegal
13 hrs ago
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Premier League
Tottenham agree £52m deal for Brighton defender Jan Paul van Hecke
14 hrs ago
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Rossoneri
Ruben Amorim confirmed as new manager of AC Milan
Updated 17 hrs ago
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Hearing
Ghana in Canada court seeking to overturn Partey's World Cup ban
19 hrs ago
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Shamrock Rovers
Shamrock Rovers drawn against Malta's Floriana in Champions League qualifying
19 hrs ago
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Blow
England's Tino Livramento ruled out of World Cup
20 hrs ago
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PodcastThe Football Family
World Cup Voices Ep.2 - Pico and his parents reflect on Cape Verde heroics
David Sneyd speaks to Pico Lopes and his family after Cape Verde pulled off one of the great World Cup results against Spain. David also chats to Scottish legend Ally McCoist, a Mexican father-son duo, and a leading member of the Joey Anang fan club.
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breakout star
'I also cried because my mum didn’t manage to be here because of the visa'
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Family Fortunes
'It is a history that will remain forever' - Pico Lopes' parents speak of pride at World Cup heroics
Along with younger brother Jacques, Carlos and Judy Lopes reflect on emotions of Monday’s 0-0 draw with Spain.
David Sneyd
reports from Atlanta
16 Jun
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Ruthless
Tunisia coach becomes first in World Cup history to be sacked after one game
16 Jun
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League of Ireland
Shamrock Rovers and Derry City learn potential opponents as LOI sides set for European draws
16 Jun
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LA
Iran told to return to Mexico immediately after politically charged World Cup opener
16 Jun
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Iran begin fraught World Cup with New Zealand draw
16 Jun
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spoils shared
Maxi Araujo denies Saudi Arabia as Uruguay held in World Cup opener
16 Jun
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group i
Who will win tonight’s World Cup game – France or Senegal?
16 Jun
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Monday
15th June 2026
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PodcastThe Football Family
‘Quintessential Pico’ - Lopes stars as Cape Verde shock Spain
David Sneyd dials in from Atlanta to join Shane Keegan in reflecting on a shock result for Cape Verde.
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All Square
Belgium force own goal to complete rally and earn World Cup draw with Egypt
15 Jun
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2026 world cup
Inside Pico Lopes' day of glory with Cape Verde: Ray Houghton embrace and video call with Shamrock Rovers' teammates
Cape Verde defender describes to The 42 the emotions of drawing 0-0 with Spain.
David Sneyd
reports from Atlanta Stadium
15 Jun
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fly on the wall
Man United announce 'All Or Nothing' documentary for 2026/27 season
15 Jun
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History Boys
Dubliner Pico Lopes helps Cape Verde stun Spain with 0-0 draw in World Cup opener
Shamrock Rovers centre back at the beating heart of one of tournament’s greatest ever underdog stories.
David Sneyd
reports from Atlanta Stadium
15 Jun
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Eagles
Crystal Palace appoint Sage as manager
15 Jun
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next man up
Relegated Wolves appoint Cesar Peixoto as new manager
15 Jun
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VAR controversy
Fifa urged to remove World Cup referee over 'white supremacy' gesture
15 Jun
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Transfer Talk
Spain star Marc Cucurella makes Real Madrid switch after four years at Chelsea
15 Jun
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World Cup
Isak and Gyokeres on target in Sweden victory, Diallo scores Ivory Coast winner
15 Jun
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World Cup Poll
Who will win tonight's World Cup game - Belgium or Egypt?
15 Jun
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dream coming true
Dubliner Pico Lopes' journey of a lifetime to World Cup with Cape Verde
The 42 meets defender’s wife and family ahead of Spain game as they prepare for 30-foot campervan trip around America.
David Sneyd
reports from Atlanta
15 Jun
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Sunday
14th June 2026
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Japan fight back in 2-2 Dutch thriller
14 Jun
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Havertz nets twice as Germany brush aside Curacao in World Cup opener
14 Jun
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together
The power of a Mexican GAA club: 'I never heard about Gaelic football and now it’s part of my community'
In a city that can chew you up and spit you out, Los San Patricios provides connection in Mexico City.
David Sneyd
reports from Mexico City
14 Jun
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big three points
Scotland off the mark with 1-0 win over Haiti while Australia stun Turkey
Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe fire Aussies to victory in Vancouver.
Updated 14 Jun
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2026 world cup
Flag bearers: The World Cup has always been ripe for symbolism and protest
14 Jun
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On the beat
From Cork to Grenoble: A whirlwind few days on Ireland's World Cup crusade
14 Jun
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