Australia Prepare Dual Strategies for Egypt Clash
Australia coach Tony Popovic has revealed his squad have trained for scenarios involving Mohamed Salah and alternative Egypt line-ups ahead of their World Cup match on Friday.
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AC Milan Set €60m Price for Rafael Leão as Juventus Close on Kolo Muani
AC Milan are prepared to sell forward Rafael Leão for at least €60 million or consider a loan with option to buy. Meanwhile, Juventus edge closer to signing Randal Kolo Muani from PSG.
Lyon in talks to sign Rangers forward Youssef Chermiti for reported €20m
Olympique Lyonnais have opened discussions with Glasgow Rangers over the transfer of Portugal Under-21 striker Youssef Chermiti. The Ligue 1 side are prepared to offer close to €20 million for the 22-year-old.
Charlie Cresswell Agrees Rennes Terms as Crystal Palace Retain Interest
Toulouse defender Charlie Cresswell has reached an agreement with Stade Rennais, though Crystal Palace remain interested and the French club demand €25m.
Egypt manager Hassan deploys lawyer to silence critics as political alignment deepens
Egypt coach Hossam Hassan has instructed a cassation court lawyer to file legal complaints against television pundits who question his management, intensifying scrutiny over his close ties to President Abdel Fatah al-Sisi’s government.
Cape Verde exit World Cup after heroic 3-2 thriller against Argentina
The Blue Sharks became the smallest nation ever to contest a World Cup knockout match, pushing defending champions Argentina to the limit before a 3-2 defeat in Miami.
England break 60-year World Cup crossing record in DRC comeback victory
Thomas Tuchel’s side attempted 35 open-play crosses in their 2-1 win over the Democratic Republic of the Congo, their most in a World Cup match since winning the trophy in 1966.
Postecoglou tipped for Japan role after World Cup exit
Ange Postecoglou has been suggested as the ideal candidate to manage Japan following their fifth consecutive World Cup knockout defeat. The former Tottenham boss previously won the J.League title with Yokohama F. Marinos.
Republic of Ireland’s 1994 World Cup ordeal: The 43C match that risked lives
Jason McAteer and John Aldridge recall the infamous 1994 World Cup fixture against Mexico played in extreme heat, where over 100 fans collapsed and Tommy Coyne suffered a serious health scare.
Zidane and Aït-Nouri Return as Algeria Name Lineup for Switzerland World Cup Clash
Algeria head coach Vladimir Petkovic has named his starting lineup for the World Cup 2026 last-32 match against Switzerland, recalling goalkeeper Luca Zidane.