Kane and Bellingham benched for England vs France
Thomas Tuchel drops Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham to the bench for England's World Cup third-place match against France, citing fatigue and a need for fresh legs.
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Tuchel defends Rice and Saka starts in England vs France
Thomas Tuchel has defended starting Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka in England's World Cup third-place match against France, despite fitness concerns and a packed season.
England vs France World Cup 2026 third-place play-off live
England face France in the World Cup 2026 third-place play-off in Miami, with both teams rotating squads. Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham benched; Kobbie Mainoo injured.
Mainoo misses England vs France World Cup game due to injury
Kobbie Mainoo has missed England's World Cup third-place game against France due to injury, having not played a minute in the tournament despite midfield struggles.
Lauren heartbroken as Ollie confirms exit plans
Coronation Street's Lauren Bolton faces fresh heartbreak as boyfriend Ollie Driscoll plans to move to Brighton for a new job, leaving her behind.
Messi's 2007 photo with baby Lamine Yamal: Destiny meets final
A 2007 photo of Lionel Messi bathing a four-month-old Lamine Yamal resurfaced, and now they face each other in the 2026 World Cup final. Spain's coach calls it destiny.
Argentina now fully embraces Lionel Messi over Maradona
Lionel Messi has surpassed Diego Maradona as Argentina's football icon, with a 2-1 semi-final win over England at the 2026 World Cup symbolizing a new era for Argentine football.
2026 World Cup Winners and Losers Beyond the Pitch
Argentina defeats England in semis; Messi hailed as greatest ever. US soccer editors analyze vibes, with Trump not winning.
Trump praises Infantino, repeats election falsehoods at World Cup event
Trump credited Infantino for suspending Balogun's red card and repeated 2020 election lies at a Fifa reception in Trump Tower before the World Cup final.
Scaloni: Messi is 'pure history' before final vs Spain
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni hailed Lionel Messi as 'pure history' ahead of Sunday's World Cup final against Spain, praising the 39-year-old captain's remarkable journey.
Tuchel defiant over England World Cup exit: 'I have no regrets'
Thomas Tuchel rejects 'blame game' after England's semi-final loss to Argentina, says gap to top nations remains, and defends tactics despite criticism from Donald Trump.
Tuchel's cowardice cost England World Cup semi-final
Thomas Tuchel's defensive approach and failure to trust England's ball-playing ability led to a World Cup semi-final defeat against Argentina, raising questions about his suitability for the job.
Cold War Steve's World Cup satire with Don Quixote
Artist Cold War Steve reimagines Don Quixote and Sancho Panza as saviours of a chaotic World Cup, blending football satire with political commentary.
Mikel Merino: World Cup final, injury, and Spain's unity
Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino discusses overcoming a stress fracture to reach the World Cup final, Spain's collective ethos under Luis de la Fuente, and the challenge of facing Argentina.
All Blacks beat Ireland 40-21 at Eden Park
New Zealand defeated Ireland 40-21 in the Nations Championship, extending their unbeaten Eden Park run to 53 Tests. Ireland coach Andy Farrell rued errors.
Rooney, Hart, Richards: Rowing Hudson and Tuchel's Future
BBC pundits Wayne Rooney, Micah Richards, and Joe Hart rowed the Hudson River after Rooney's Norway bet. They discuss chemistry, honesty, and Thomas Tuchel's job following England's World Cup exit.
France v England: The Third-Place Playoff Nobody Wants to Play
England face France in the World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday, a game steeped in history but often dreaded by players. Goals-per-game average is higher than in finals.
Wallabies rout Italy 9 tries in Schmidt farewell Test
Wallabies scored nine tries to defeat Italy in Joe Schmidt's farewell Test, with Josh Canham leading the rout and Schmidt leaving a repaired team.
Antonelli grabs Belgian GP pole with dominant lap
Kimi Antonelli secured pole for the Belgian Grand Prix with a dominant lap, beating Max Verstappen by 0.317 seconds. Lando Norris was third but faces a 10-place grid penalty.
Antonelli Takes Pole at F1 Belgian Grand Prix
Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli claimed pole position at the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix, outpacing Max Verstappen by 0.317 seconds at Spa-Francorchamps.
Pogacar wins fourth Tour stage, lead now 4:30
Tadej Pogacar attacks on final climb to win stage 14, extending his overall lead to 4 minutes 30 seconds over Jonas Vingegaard. Paul Seixas takes white jersey.
France v England third-place match guide
England and France face off in the 2026 World Cup third-place game in Miami. How to watch, kick-off time, and what to expect from the match.
Pogacar wins fourth Tour stage in Vosges
Tadej Pogacar attacked 1.6km from the Col de Haag summit to win his fourth stage of the 2024 Tour de France at Le Markstein, leaving Vingegaard and others behind.
World Cup Final: Spain's Process vs Argentina's Passion
Argentina's emotional surge, fueled by Messi, faces Spain's possession-based system in the World Cup final. Key battle: disrupting Rodri's metronome role.
Spain Win 2026 World Cup Final 3-1 vs Argentina
Spain defeated Argentina 3-1 in the 2026 World Cup final, with goals from Pedri, Lamine Yamal, and Nico Williams securing victory.
Chelsea to sign Morgan Rogers for record £117m
Chelsea are poised to sign Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for £117m, making him the most expensive English player. The 23-year-old has agreed a six-year contract and will undergo a medical on Monday.
South Africa 43-0 Wales: Springboks thrash Wales in Durban
South Africa crushed Wales 43-0 in the Nations Championship, scoring six tries in a one-sided match in Durban. Wales failed to score and rarely threatened.
Spain won't man-mark Messi in World Cup final, says coach
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente says he will not man-mark Lionel Messi in the World Cup final, despite a past encounter where Messi scored four goals after a marker was removed.
Argentina Beat England 24-22 in Nations Championship
Argentina defeated England 24-22 in a tense Nations Championship match in Buenos Aires, with a late penalty securing the win.
Chelsea beat Arsenal to sign Morgan Rogers for £117m
Chelsea have agreed a £117 million deal with Aston Villa for Morgan Rogers, beating Arsenal to the 23-year-old England international.
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