Football

Scaloni says fatigue not a concern for Argentina in World Cup semi-final

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni says his team is ready for the World Cup semi-final against England, dismissing fatigue concerns. He praises his players, avoids political issues, recalls Maradona's famous goal, and highlights Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane as key threats.

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Majestic Spain stun France to reach World Cup final

Spain beat France 2-0 in Arlington to reach the World Cup final, with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro. A dominant midfield performance neutralized France's attack, sending Spain to face Argentina or England in Sunday's final.

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England face might of Messi's Argentina in World Cup semi-final

England face Argentina in the World Cup semi-final in Atlanta. England seek a first final since 1966, and Argentina chase consecutive World Cup titles and another historic final.

2 DAYS AGO

France and Spain prepare to duel at World Cup

France face Spain in the World Cup semi-final, with Kylian Mbappe leading France’s attack and Lamine Yamal inspiring Spain. France aim for a third title, while Spain rely on strong defense and possession-based football.

2 DAYS AGO

Norway receive heroes' welcome in Oslo after World Cup exit

Around 90,000 fans welcomed Norway's World Cup squad in Oslo after their historic quarter-final run. Captain Martin Odegaard thanked supporters, while Erling Haaland, who scored seven tournament goals, missed the celebrations due to travel commitments.

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'VAR-gentina?': conspiracy theories swirl ahead of World Cup semi-finals

Social media is awash with AI-generated videos and memes which amplify the narrative, whether it's FIFA President and Messi sharing a loving embrace on the deck of the Titanic in the style of Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, or simply Infantino's face being superimposed at the heart of the Sun of May at the center of Argentina's flag.

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Argentina's players celebrate the 3-1 victory over Switzerland at the end of the 2026 World Cup football tournament quarter-final match between Argentina and Switzerland at the Kansas City Stadium in Kansas City on July 11, 2026. (AFP)

Argentina sink 10-man Swiss to set up blockbuster England World Cup semi-final

Alvarez's curling shot and Martinez's tap-in settled a tense contest after Alexis Mac Allister had opened the scoring and Dan Ndoye equalized for the Swiss, who had Breel Embolo sent off in the second half.

4 DAYS AGO

England defeat Norway 2-1 to reach World Cup semi-finals

Jude Bellingham scored twice as England staged an extra-time escape act to defeat Norway 2-1 on Saturday and book their place in the World Cup semi-finals.

4 DAYS AGO

Hundreds welcome Salah's Egypt home after best World Cup run

Egypt's football team received a hero's welcome after their best-ever World Cup, reaching the last 16 before a dramatic 3-2 loss to Argentina. Fans celebrated proudly as Mohamed Salah promised a new beginning for Egyptian football and international success.

5 DAYS AGO