Mbappé Condemns ‘Incompetent’ Senator Over Racist Slur
France captain Kylian Mbappé has strongly condemned Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla for racist comments she made following Les Bleus’ World Cup last-16 victory.
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Belgium target World Cup progress against USA with renewed generation
Belgium approach their World Cup meeting with the United States buoyed by a 3-2 win over Senegal and an emerging generation led by Diego Moreira, as Rudi Garcia’s side seeks to move beyond the Golden Generation era.
Jordan Henderson ruled out of World Cup with broken wrist after celebration fall
The Brentford midfielder suffered the injury after falling over an advertising board while celebrating England’s 3-2 victory over Mexico in the last 16.
Haaland carries scoring form into Norway’s World Cup quarter-final with England
Erling Haaland arrives in Miami with momentum after his double defeated Brazil, as Norway prepare for a World Cup quarter-final against England in extreme heat.
Everton complete €25m permanent signing of Merlin Röhl from Freiburg
Everton have completed the permanent signing of midfielder Merlin Röhl from SC Freiburg for a reported fee of €25 million, including the initial loan fee.
Eintracht Frankfurt eye Ajax defender Gaaei as Kristensen replacement
Eintracht Frankfurt are monitoring Ajax defender Anton Gaaei as they seek reinforcements following Rasmus Kristensen’s departure to FC Midtjylland.
Kaiserslautern terminate Alidou contract to seal Holstein Kiel switch
FC Kaiserslautern have terminated Faride Alidou’s contract to enable the 24-year-old to join Holstein Kiel on a permanent one-year deal with an extension option.
Watzke: Klopp Germany deal ‘not complete’ despite strong probability
DFB vice-president Hans-Joachim Watzke says appointing Jürgen Klopp as Germany head coach is not yet finalised, though he rates the chances above 50 per cent. Rudi Völler is expected to remain as sporting director after Klopp voiced his support.
Merino’s 91st-minute strike sends Spain past Portugal into World Cup quarter-finals
Mikel Merino scored a dramatic late winner as Spain eliminated Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal from the World Cup Round of 16 in Arlington, Texas.
Napoli set €10m asking price for Lukaku as Turkish clubs circle
Napoli have placed a €10 million valuation on Romelu Lukaku as Turkish clubs Fenerbahce and Besiktas monitor the Belgian striker. The Serie A side are open to selling the former Chelsea forward this summer following an underwhelming debut campaign.