Haaland brace sends Norway into World Cup quarter-finals as Brazil exit
Erling Haaland scored twice to help Norway eliminate Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil and reach the last eight, while USA striker Folarin Balogun had his red card suspended.
Neymar retires as Brazil suffer historic World Cup exit to Norway
Neymar has announced his retirement from international football after Brazil’s 2-1 defeat to Norway, their earliest World Cup elimination since 1990 and a sixth consecutive tournament without the trophy.
Ronaldo confirms World Cup exit after Portugal lose to Spain
Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed his World Cup career is over after Portugal’s 1-0 defeat to Spain in Dallas, insisting he leaves ‘with a clear conscience’ following a 23-year international career.
Mystery German fan Freddy deletes X account after World Cup exit
The anonymous supporter behind the viral @freddyla7 profile has vanished from X following Germany’s elimination, though he remains active on Instagram amid ongoing debate over his authenticity.
Haaland brace stuns Brazil as Norway reach first World Cup quarter-final
Erling Haaland scored twice late on as Norway stunned five-time champions Brazil 2-1 to reach the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time in their history.
Canada exit World Cup as visiting nations capture host cities’ imagination
Canada co-hosted the World Cup but their last-16 elimination in Houston highlighted a disconnect between subdued home support and the fervent passion displayed by fans of Portugal, Egypt and Morocco.
Juventus raise Kolo Muani offer to €40m amid Galliani praise for Carnevali
Juventus are preparing an improved €40 million bid for Paris Saint-Germain striker Randal Kolo Muani after an initial €33m offer was rejected, with Adriano Galliani praising chief executive Giovanni Carnevali’s transfer work.
Saint-Étienne secure Danish forward Breum in €3m deal
AS Saint-Étienne have completed the signing of Denmark U21 international Jakob Breum from Go Ahead Eagles. The 22-year-old has signed until 2030 and will wear the No.10 shirt as the club targets promotion from Ligue 2.
Bruno Fernandes and Jude Bellingham targeted by deepfake betting scams
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes and Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham have been falsely portrayed as betting brand ambassadors using AI-generated videos and fabricated news stories.
Mertesacker open to DFB role after stepping down at Arsenal
Former Arsenal academy head Per Mertesacker has expressed willingness to work for the German Football Association, though he intends to complete his World Cup punditry duties before considering any administrative return.