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Deschamps refuses to fan flames of Benzema row as France boss ignores Real Madrid star's accusations
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Deschamps refuses to fan flames of Benzema row as France boss ignores Real Madrid star's accusations

March 19, 2023
Didier Deschamps wants to put a lid on the public spat with Karim Benzema that has rumbled on since the World Cup. France head coach Deschamps lost Benzema from his…
Southgate saw no need to pick Kane up after World Cup penalty woe
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Southgate saw no need to pick Kane up after World Cup penalty woe

March 18, 2023
Gareth Southgate saw no need to lift Harry Kane after the striker's penalty miss sent England out of the World Cup. Kane missed a spot-kick late on against France in…
Croatia coach Dalic extends contract through 2026 World Cup
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Croatia coach Dalic extends contract through 2026 World Cup

March 18, 2023
Zlatko Dalic has been rewarded for Croatia's third-place finish at the 2022 World Cup with a new contract that runs through the 2026 edition. Initially appointed on a short-term deal…
Southgate's pre-World Cup concerns almost forced him to quit
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Southgate's pre-World Cup concerns almost forced him to quit

March 16, 2023
England manager Gareth Southgate had doubts over his future ahead of the World Cup but is now targeting Euro 2024 success. The Three Lions reached the quarter-finals in Qatar, losing…
Re-elected FIFA president Infantino defends football calendar expansion
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Re-elected FIFA president Infantino defends football calendar expansion

March 16, 2023
Gianni Infantino believes there should be "way more" football as he defended FIFA's expansion of the World Cup and new Club World Cup proposal. Infantino was re-elected as FIFA president…
FIFA confirms 2026 World Cup to keep four-team group format
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FIFA confirms 2026 World Cup to keep four-team group format

March 14, 2023
The 2026 World Cup will maintain the four-team group stage format rather than change to three, FIFA has confirmed. With the next iteration of the tournament in the United States,…
Former France striker and World Cup record holder Just Fontaine dies aged 89
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Former France striker and World Cup record holder Just Fontaine dies aged 89

March 01, 2023
French football icon Just Fontaine has died at the age of 89. The forward holds the record for the most goals scored in a single edition of a World Cup,…
Scaloni to stay on as Argentina boss through to 2026
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Scaloni to stay on as Argentina boss through to 2026

February 27, 2023
Lionel Scaloni is set to lead Argentina into the 2026 World Cup after signing a new deal with La Albiceleste. Scaloni, with more than a helping hand from Lionel Messi,…
Martinez full of respect for Mbappe as Argentina's World Cup hero explains celebration antics
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Martinez full of respect for Mbappe as Argentina's World Cup hero explains celebration antics

February 10, 2023
Kylian Mbappe will go on to win the Ballon d'Or many times, according to his World Cup nemesis Emiliano Martinez. Goalkeeper Martinez won the Golden Glove award for his performances…
Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay and Chile officially launch joint 2030 World Cup bid
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Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay and Chile officially launch joint 2030 World Cup bid

February 07, 2023
World Cup holders Argentina have officially confirmed a joint bid alongside Uruguay, Paraguay and Chile to host the 2030 edition of the tournament. A bid from Argentina and Uruguay had…
Messi adamant 'there's no problem' with Mbappe following World Cup final
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Messi adamant 'there's no problem' with Mbappe following World Cup final

February 03, 2023
Lionel Messi insists there is no problem between himself and Paris Saint-Germain team-mate Kylian Mbappe following Argentina's World Cup final triumph over France. Messi finally won the biggest prize of…
Arnold to coach Australia through to 2026 World Cup
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Arnold to coach Australia through to 2026 World Cup

January 30, 2023
Graham Arnold will stay on as Australia head coach heading into the 2026 World Cup. The Socceroos reached the round of 16 in Qatar last year, matching the achievement of…
Ibrahimovic 'cannot respect' Argentina celebrations, 'sign' world champions will not win again
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Ibrahimovic 'cannot respect' Argentina celebrations, 'sign' world champions will not win again

January 25, 2023
Zlatan Ibrahimovic believes Kylian Mbappe should be confident of winning another World Cup but does not expect Argentina to do likewise after their disrespectful title celebrations. Mbappe's France lost on…
Bellingham wonders what might have been after England's World Cup exit
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Bellingham wonders what might have been after England's World Cup exit

January 12, 2023
Jude Bellingham has got over the disappointment of England's World Cup quarter-final defeat to France but still wonders what might have been. The 19-year-old midfielder had an impressive tournament in…
Vialli demanded Italy win 2026 World Cup – Mancini
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Vialli demanded Italy win 2026 World Cup – Mancini

January 10, 2023
Gianluca Vialli told Roberto Mancini Italy must triumph at the 2026 World Cup the last twice the two great friends were together. Former Sampdoria, Juventus and Chelsea striker Vialli died …
'The door will always be open' – Scaloni backs Messi for 2026 World Cup
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'The door will always be open' – Scaloni backs Messi for 2026 World Cup

January 10, 2023
Lionel Scaloni has told Lionel Messi "the door will always be open" for the Argentina captain to play in the 2026 World Cup. Messi last month got his hands on…
'Zidane is France' – Mbappe accuses Le Graet of disrespecting legendary midfielder
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'Zidane is France' – Mbappe accuses Le Graet of disrespecting legendary midfielder

January 08, 2023
Kylian Mbappe has accused Noel Le Graet of disrespecting Zinedine Zidane after the French Football Federation president's dismissive response to suggestions the former Real Madrid coach could join Brazil. On…
Martinez told Belgium he would be leaving after shock Morocco defeat
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Martinez told Belgium he would be leaving after shock Morocco defeat

January 01, 2023
Former Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez told his players he would be leaving after the World Cup following their shock defeat by Morocco - a result he admits "will haunt…
Qatar coach Sanchez departs after tough World Cup experience
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Qatar coach Sanchez departs after tough World Cup experience

December 30, 2022
Felix Sanchez has left his position as Qatar head coach after the World Cup hosts failed to collect a point in front of home fans. A long career in Qatari…
Ancelotti reluctant to declare Messi as the best in history
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Ancelotti reluctant to declare Messi as the best in history

December 29, 2022
Carlo Ancelotti has made it abundantly clear that he will never declare Lionel Messi as the greatest football of all time. Victory at the World Cup with Argentina handed Messi…
Mbappe not bothered by Martinez's 'trivial' World Cup celebrations
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Mbappe not bothered by Martinez's 'trivial' World Cup celebrations

December 29, 2022
Kylian Mbappe has shrugged off the taunts from Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez following France's defeat in the World Cup final. Martinez has come in for significant criticism for his actions…
Japan extend Moriyasu contract to 2026 World Cup
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Japan extend Moriyasu contract to 2026 World Cup

December 28, 2022
Japan head coach Hajime Moriyasu has extended his contract with the national side following a successful performance at the World Cup in Qatar. The Samurai Blue were one of the…
Scaloni set to stay on as Argentina head coach
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Scaloni set to stay on as Argentina head coach

December 27, 2022
Lionel Scaloni has no intention of stepping down as head coach after guiding Argentina to World Cup glory, says Argentine Football Association (AFA) president Claudio Tapia. Argentina defeated France 4-2…
Klopp calls for Bellingham to be protected after 'absolutely exceptional' World Cup campaign
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Klopp calls for Bellingham to be protected after 'absolutely exceptional' World Cup campaign

December 25, 2022
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is hopeful Jude Bellingham will not come under too much pressure following his "absolutely exceptional" showing for England at the World Cup. The Borussia Dortmund midfielder…
Former France international and World Cup winner Matuidi retires at 35
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Former France international and World Cup winner Matuidi retires at 35

December 23, 2022
Former France international and World Cup winner Blaise Matuidi has announced his retirement at the age of 35. The midfielder, who has not played this year after he was omitted…
Argentina labelled 'inelegant winners' by French sports minister after 'vulgar' celebrations
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Argentina labelled 'inelegant winners' by French sports minister after 'vulgar' celebrations

December 23, 2022
Argentina's World Cup celebrations were "vulgar" and evidence of them being "inelegant winners", according to French sports minister Amelie Oudea-Castera. It was confirmed on Thursday that French Football Federation (FFF)…
Onana quits Cameroon career after World Cup suspension drama
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Onana quits Cameroon career after World Cup suspension drama

December 23, 2022
Cameroon goalkeeper Andre Onana has retired from international football at the age of 26 after being suspended by team management at the World Cup. The Inter player was ousted from…
FIFA investigating Salt Bae's access to World Cup final celebrations
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FIFA investigating Salt Bae's access to World Cup final celebrations

December 22, 2022
FIFA is investigating how celebrity chef Salt Bae gained "undue access" to Argentina's on-pitch celebrations after the World Cup final. Salt Bae, the Turkish chef and social media presence whose…
'If he wants to leave it will be a short meeting' - FFF chief to let Deschamps decide future
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'If he wants to leave it will be a short meeting' - FFF chief to let Deschamps decide future

December 22, 2022
Didier Deschamps' future as France head coach will be left up to him when he meets French Football Federation (FFF) president Noel Le Graet next week. France reached a second…
Argentina go second in FIFA rankings after Messi's World Cup magic
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Argentina go second in FIFA rankings after Messi's World Cup magic

December 22, 2022
Argentina's World Cup triumph has moved them up to second in FIFA's world rankings, but Lionel Messi's Golden Ball-winning exploits were not enough for top spot. La Albiceleste defeated France…
Rashford refuses to dwell on England's World Cup heartbreak after scoring return for Man Utd
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Rashford refuses to dwell on England's World Cup heartbreak after scoring return for Man Utd

December 21, 2022
Marcus Rashford declared "there is no time to feel sorry for yourself" after scoring on his Manchester United return after World Cup heartbreak with England. Christian Eriksen and Rashford were…
Blatter lambasts Infantino for 'over-commercialisation'
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Blatter lambasts Infantino for 'over-commercialisation'

December 21, 2022
Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has accused his successor Gianni Infantino of disrespect, while lambasting plans to expand the World Cup. The Qatar 2022 edition of football's flagship tournament is…
Trippier and England 'absolutely delighted' with Southgate decision to stay
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Trippier and England 'absolutely delighted' with Southgate decision to stay

December 21, 2022
Gareth Southgate's decision to remain as England manager has left his players "absolutely delighted", according to Kieran Trippier. The former Middlesbrough boss considered walking away from the post he has…
Pele and Maradona cases are 'sentimental' – Pep says Messi is the greatest
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Pele and Maradona cases are 'sentimental' – Pep says Messi is the greatest

December 21, 2022
Pep Guardiola believes Lionel Messi is undoubtedly the greatest player of all time, describing arguments in favour of Pele or Diego Maradona as "sentimental". Messi has long been considered among…
'Diego encouraged us from heaven' – Messi cites Maradona inspiration as Argentina celebrate World Cup win
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'Diego encouraged us from heaven' – Messi cites Maradona inspiration as Argentina celebrate World Cup win

December 20, 2022
Lionel Messi believes Diego Maradona "encouraged us from heaven" as Argentina beat France in Sunday's World Cup final. La Albiceleste ended a 36-year wait to win their third World Cup…
FFF condemns racist abuse of players following Les Bleus' World Cup loss
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FFF condemns racist abuse of players following Les Bleus' World Cup loss

December 20, 2022
The French Football Federation (FFF) has confirmed it will be filing complaints after some France players were subject to "racist and hateful remarks" on social media. France went down 4-2…
Another record broken – Messi's World Cup celebration becomes most-liked Instagram post ever
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Another record broken – Messi's World Cup celebration becomes most-liked Instagram post ever

December 20, 2022
Lionel Messi's Instagram message celebrating Argentina's World Cup win has become the most popular post in the social media platform's history, with 56 million likes. Messi finally won international football's…
Deschamps' France greeted in Paris after 'cruel' World Cup final defeat
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Deschamps' France greeted in Paris after 'cruel' World Cup final defeat

December 19, 2022
Didier Deschamps thanked fans after France landed back in Paris following their "cruel" World Cup final defeat to Argentina on Sunday. Les Bleus were looking to become the first team…
Xavi and Laporta salute Messi's World Cup triumph: 'Historical justice has been done'
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Xavi and Laporta salute Messi's World Cup triumph: 'Historical justice has been done'

December 19, 2022
Xavi and Joan Laporta paid tribute to Lionel Messi following his long-awaited World Cup triumph, the latter stating "historical justice has been done." The former Barcelona star led Argentina to…
Ronaldo 'opposite of Messi' and 'big failure of the World Cup' – Matthaus
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Ronaldo 'opposite of Messi' and 'big failure of the World Cup' – Matthaus

December 19, 2022
Cristiano Ronaldo is "a big failure of the World Cup" and has "damaged his legacy", former Germany international Lothar Matthaus claims. Ronaldo has endured a turbulent six weeks at club…
Benzema's story was one of what-ifs with France as Real Madrid striker chooses curious exit
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Benzema's story was one of what-ifs with France as Real Madrid striker chooses curious exit

December 19, 2022
France were above the clouds when the news came from Karim Benzema, and a thought came to mind: had he ever been more distant, figuratively or literally, from Les Bleus?…
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