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Argentina advanced to the World Cup semi-final after defeating 10-man Switzerland 3-1 in extra time, with Julian Alvarez scoring a decisive goal. They will face England, who also won their quarter-final in extra time.

England advanced to the World Cup semi-finals after defeating Norway 2-1 in extra time, with Jude Bellingham scoring both goals. Manager Thomas Tuchel described the victory as fortunate and called for improvement.

England advanced to the World Cup semifinals after Jude Bellingham scored twice in extra time to overturn a 1-0 deficit and defeat Norway 2-1. His brace equaled a historic feat previously achieved by Diego Maradona.

Jude Bellingham scored two goals as England defeated Norway to advance to the World Cup semi-finals, ending Norway's campaign. Erling Haaland's side exits despite high expectations.

South Africa is in mourning after the sudden deaths of footballer Jayden Adams and rugby player Luqobo Makwedini, a dual loss to the nation's sports community.

Jurgen Klopp has reached an understanding with the German Football Federation to become the new coach of the national team, following his successful spells at Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool.

Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams has died at age 25, weeks after representing South Africa at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.

Former South African Under-18 prop Luqobo 'Bibo' Makwedini has died at age 20 after collapsing following a training session with French club AS Béziers Hérault, according to reports.

Will Jordan became New Zealand's record try-scorer with a hat-trick in the All Blacks' 47-17 win over Italy during the Nations Championship.

Spain edged Belgium 2-1 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals, with Mikel Merino scoring a late winning goal. The match was marred by controversy over a handball decision involving Rodri.

Norway's national team relocated their Miami accommodation days before their World Cup quarter-final against England due to disruptive construction noise.

Super Eagles winger Moses Simon claims Enugu Rangers rejected him early in his career due to ethnic background; the club denies the allegation, calling itself a national institution.

France defeated Morocco 2-0 in the FIFA 2026 World Cup quarterfinals, ending the North African team's historic run. Morocco now shifts focus to co-hosting the 2030 tournament.

Egypt has filed a formal complaint against a match official after their World Cup elimination, despite receiving a hero's welcome home following their best-ever tournament performance.

France's in-form team, powered by Kylian Mbappé, ended Morocco's historic World Cup run in the quarterfinals. Coach Ouahbi vowed a stronger return.