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Spain add a second star after World Cup triumph

Jul 20, 2026

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Spain add a second star after World Cup triumph

The 2026 World Cup ends with Spain's edgy victory over Argentina, and almost a clean sweep for the individual player awards at the tournament

Argentina and Spain prepare for final showdown

Jul 19, 2026

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Argentina and Spain prepare for final showdown

After Mbappé breaks new ground and England claim bronze, it's over to the main event

Jul 15, 2026

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Spain masterclass knocks out France

Argentina and England must now decide who faces La Roja in the final.

France take on Spain in first semi-final

Jul 14, 2026

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France take on Spain in first semi-final

One of the tournament favourites will fall as the final four gets underway

England and Argentina set up semi-final showdown

Jul 12, 2026

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3 min read

England and Argentina set up semi-final showdown

Norway and Switzerland bow out after their brave tournament runs as the final four locks in

Super Sub Mikel Merino does it again as Spain down Belgium

Jul 11, 2026

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Super Sub Mikel Merino does it again as Spain down Belgium

La Roja set up semi-final show down with France, with the other side of the draw decided later today

Jul 10, 2026

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4 min read

Mbappé breaks Morocco's resistance

France progress to the semi-finals, with tonight's game between Spain and Belgium set to decide their next opponents

France and Morocco kick off the quarter-finals

Jul 9, 2026

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France and Morocco kick off the quarter-finals

There's a potential classic on the cards as the World Cup reaches the last eight

Spain defeat Portugal and Belgium end the American dream

Jul 7, 2026

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Spain defeat Portugal and Belgium end the American dream

Mikel Merino scores late while Belgium put a full stop on the US campaign. Later, the final two quarterfinalists places will be decided.

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