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Egyptian FA questions ‘fairness’ of loss to Argentina amid refereeing furore

The Egyptian Football Association has issued a statement claiming ‘several key incidents raised serious concerns’ in the 3-2 win for Argentina which took them through to the World Cup quarter-finals at Egypt’s

July 8, 2026

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France’s Deschamps unruffled by Argentinian officials helming Morocco quarter-final

A repeat of 2022’s Argentina v France final is still possible but Didier Deschamps said of the all-Argentinian officiating team: ‘We have to deal with it. I trust the referees’

July 8, 2026

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Uefa could block Russia returning to football in potential new clash with Fifa

There has been a ban on Russian participation since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with many national associations vehemently opposed to reintegration

July 8, 2026

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London City Lionesses confirm signing of Spanish superstar Alexia Putellas

London City Lionesses have announced the signing of Alexia Putellas at an event in New York

July 8, 2026

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Football Daily | Argentina, VAR machinations and the greatest goal that never was

In today’s Football Daily: The holders hold on, somehow

July 8, 2026

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No league tables, no trophies: how Norway made sport fun for kids – and built a football team that beat Brazil

Country’s model prioritises joy while offering youngsters choice – and Erling Haaland’s World Cup exploits show that it works

July 8, 2026

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Statesman, comedian and dealer of hard truths: how Kylian Mbappé became the king of this World Cup

The Frenchman is a footballer, flautist and a thespian. There’s no question he is the most thrilling and compelling figure at this year’s tournament

July 8, 2026

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From Hart to Seedorf to Kewell: standout pundits of the 2026 World Cup

We pick six of the best analysts to feature at the World Cup in North America on screens in the UK, US and Australia

July 8, 2026

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What does Sam Kerr’s return to the NWSL mean for the league, Gotham FC and the player herself?

The Australian superstar returns to the US after a seven-year absence – and will find a vastly changed landscape

July 8, 2026

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Marcus Rashford expected to start new season back at Manchester United

Marcus Rashford is set to be re-integrated at Manchester United after the World Cup, with the forward set to start next season as part of Michael Carrick’s squad

July 8, 2026

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