Bernardo Silva Pens Two-Year Deal With Real Madrid
epa11972576 Portugal's national soccer team player Bernardo Silva attends a training session in Oeiras, Portugal, 18 March 2025. Portugal face Denmark in two UEFA Nations League playoff matches. EPA/RODRIGO ANTUNES
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Bernardo Silva Pens Two-Year Deal With Real Madrid

Real Madrid have announced the signing of former Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva on a free transfer.

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June 17, 2026
Bafana Touch Down Safely In Georgia
epa13029489 South Africa head coach Hugo Broos (3 L) and coaching staff during a pitch inspection at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, Mexico, 09 June 2026. The South African team inspected the pitch one day before the 2026 World Cup opening match against host country Mexico. EPA/ISAAC ESQUIVEL
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Bafana Touch Down Safely In Georgia

Bafana Bafana have arrived safely in Georgia ahead of their World Cup Group A clash against Czechia on Thursday evening.

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June 17, 2026
Fernandes: It’s Such An Honour To Play Next To Cristiano Ronaldo
epa11430907 Bruno Fernandes of Portugal (L) celebrates scoring the 3-0 with Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal during the UEFA EURO 2024 group F soccer match between Turkey and Portugal, in Dortmund, Germany, 22 June 2024. EPA/FRIEDEMANN VOGEL
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Fernandes: It’s Such An Honour To Play Next To Cristiano Ronaldo

Portugal playmaker Bruno Fernandes has spoken of the privilege of sharing a dressing room with captain Cristiano Ronaldo.

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June 17, 2026
Martínez: Ronaldo’s Numbers Reflect His Importance
epa13039322 Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo during a training session of Portugal's national team at Garden District Park in Palm Beach, Florida, USA, 15 June 2026. EPA/MIGUEL A. LOPES
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Martínez: Ronaldo’s Numbers Reflect His Importance

Portugal head coach Roberto Martínez has hailed the influence of Cristiano Ronaldo, saying the striker's remarkable numbers are proof of the crucial role he continues to play for the Seleção.

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June 17, 2026
Scaloni: We Are Still Amazed by Messi
epa13042904 Lionel Messi of Argentina celebrates scoring the 2-0 goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match Argentina against Algeria, in Kansas City, Missouri, USA, 16 June 2026. EPA/AMY KONTRAS
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Scaloni: We Are Still Amazed by Messi

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni says he is still in awe of Lionel Messi greatness after he scored a hat-trick in their World Cup opener against Algeria.

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June 17, 2026
WATCH: Lionel Messi score hat-trick against Algeria
epa13042964 Lionel Messi of Argentina in action during the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match Argentina against Algeria, in Kansas City, Missouri, USA, 16 June 2026. EPA/AMY KONTRAS
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WATCH: Lionel Messi score hat-trick against Algeria

Lionel Messi scored a stunning hat-trick for Argentina against Algeria to equal Miroslav Klose's all-time record of 16 goals at World Cup.

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June 17, 2026
Scaloni Highlights Messi’s Importance Ahead of WC Opener Against Algeria
epa12863292 Lionel Messi of Argentina reacts during the international friendly soccer match between Argentina and Zambia in Buenos Aires, Argentina, 31 March 2026. EPA/JUAN IGNACIO RONCORONI
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Scaloni Highlights Messi’s Importance Ahead of WC Opener Against Algeria

Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has spoken about the importance of star Lionel Messi ahead of their FIFA World Cup Group J opener against Algeria.

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June 16, 2026
Solbakken: Erling Haaland Will Have A Very Big Impact
epa12862247 Switzerland's Fabian Rieder, left, Switzerland's Remo Freuler, center, and Norway's Erling Haaland, right, fight for the ball, during a friendly soccer match between Norway and Switzerland at the Ullevaal Stadium in Oslo, Norway, 31 March 2026. EPA/CYRIL ZINGARO
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Solbakken: Erling Haaland Will Have A Very Big Impact

Norway head coach Ståle Solbakken is backing star striker Erling Haaland to make a decisive impact at the FIFA World Cup, describing him as the best goalscorer in the world.

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June 16, 2026
Deschamps Urges France to Stay Grounded Ahead of World Cup Opener
epa12859419 France’s Randal Kolo Muani (L) and manager Didier Deschamps (R) interact after the friendly soccer match between Colombia and France in Landover, Maryland, USA, 29 March 2026. EPA/WILL OLIVER
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Deschamps Urges France to Stay Grounded Ahead of World Cup Opener

France head coach Didier Deschamps has urged his players to remain grounded ahead of their FIFA World Cup Group I opener on Tuesday.

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June 16, 2026
De La Fuente: Spain Lacked Freshness And Precision
epa13039493 Spain's head coach Luis de la Fuente talks to his player Lamine Yamal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match Spain vs Cabo Verde, in Atlanta, USA, 15 June 2026. EPA/RONALD WITTEK
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De La Fuente: Spain Lacked Freshness And Precision

Spain boss Luis de la Fuente says there is no cause for concern, despite his side's frustrating goalless draw against Cape Verde.

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June 16, 2026