There are concerns that, as a result, we could see a repeat of the infamous Disgrace of Gijon when, in the 1982 World Cup, West Germany beat Austria 1-0.
Ronaldo had seen his long-time rival Messi score a hat-trick in Argentina's opening match of the tournament against Algeria, before netting a brace against Austria on Monday.
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Formula 1 world champion Lando Norris has come face-to-face with his waxwork likeness at Madame Tussauds in London.
James Cole reports on England training ahead of the third Test against New Zealand, where we see Ben Stokes for the first time since his one-match suspension after a team curfew breach.
Tiger Woods made a rare public appearance to introduce the new PGA Tour format, featuring promotion and relegation in a two-series structure revealed for the 2028 season.
Dustin Poirier has said he is "at the point where I need some help" after being arrested for alleged public drunkenness.
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The midfielder had been an injury doubt before the group-stage 0-0, but he played the full 90 minutes – perhaps to his and England’s detriment
Tottenham also among clubs tracking SummervilleChelsea consider move for Como’s Jacobo RamónRoberto De Zerbi has been given significant funds and is looking to make two big moves in midfield. Tottenham are pushing to land Sandro Tonali, even though Newcastle will demand a huge fee for the Italy international, and have entered the race to sign Mateus …
With the group stage hurtling towards its end we look at who needs what to make the knockout phaseTeams level on points are separated, in order, by head-to-head points; head-to-head goal difference; head-to-head goals scored; overall goal difference; overall goals scored; disciplinary points; Fifa ranking. Continue reading...
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A witch doctor's boast that he had cursed Harry Kane ahead of England's World Cup clash with Ghana seemed eerily well-founded after the Three Lions captain suffered a nightmare game in Boston.
The Three Lions were held to a goalless draw on Tuesday night, having mustered only four shots on target despite dominating possession with 78% of the ball.
England drew 0-0 with Ghana in their second match at World Cup 2026 and international media have been quick to criticise the Three Lions.
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England could be without two players for their final World Cup group stage match against Panama.
Djed Spence was the only England player not to shake hands with Thomas Partey before the Three Lions' draw with Ghana at the World Cup
