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Argentina end England World Cup hopes with stunning 2-1 win in semi-finals

Thursday, Jul 16, 2026

The result leaves a question mark over the future of England manager Thomas Tuchel, with many fans and pundits blaming the German coach for his defensive tactics after England took the lead. 

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Bellingham brace puts England through to semis to face Argentina

Sunday, Jul 12, 2026

Defending champions Argentina beat 10-man Switzerland 3-1 after extra time in the last quarter-final at the Kansas City Stadium.

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Mikel Merino’s goal lifts Spain past Belgium in World Cup quarters

Saturday, Jul 11, 2026

Super-sub Mikel Merino scored in the 88th minute on a rebound yielded by backup goalkeeper Senne Lammens and Spain won 2-1 over Belgium to advance to the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals on July 11.

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World Cup round up July 5: France, Morocco secure first quarter-final slots

Sunday, Jul 05, 2026

Morocco and France will fight for a place in the FIFA World Cup semi-finals in Boston following their Round of 16 victories over Canada and Paraguay, respectively. The quarter-final match-up between the pair was secured with contrasting wins in another...

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World Cup round-up July 4: Egypt make history, Argentina, Colombia advance to last 16

Saturday, Jul 04, 2026

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World Cup round up July 3: Ronaldo's quest continues; Spain and Switzerland cruise through

Friday, Jul 03, 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo''s World Cup dream lives on while Luka Modric''s ends, as a dramatic late VAR call sends Portugal past Croatia 2-1.

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World Cup round up June 28: Final spots for Round of 32 secured

Sunday, Jun 28, 2026

England secured top spot in Group L with a 2-0 victory over Panama on Saturday, setting up a more favourable path into the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage after a patient second-half display.

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World Cup round up June 27: France advances, Iran awaits qualification fate

Saturday, Jun 27, 2026

Ousmane Dembele''s first-half hat-trick fired France to top spot in Group I with a 4-1 win over Norway, as the final round of group fixtures saw debutants Cape Verde make history to set up a last-16 tie with Lionel Messi''s...

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World Cup round up: Cape Verde keep on surprising

Monday, Jun 22, 2026

Cape Verde continued their fairytale run at the 2026 World Cup with a 2-2 draw against Uruguay, keeping alive their chances of reaching the knockout stage.

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World Cup round up June 20: US reach knockout stage as Morocco, Brazil strengthen positions

Saturday, Jun 20, 2026

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World Cup round up: Super six for Canada, Mexico through

Friday, Jun 19, 2026

Both sides d chances in this Group A encounter in Zapopan, near Guadalajara, as both teams were desperate for a win to progress.

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World Cup 2026 lures fans attention through pop, culture, sports

Friday, Jun 12, 2026

The opening ceremony performance features J Balvin and Tyla ahead of the first game in Mexico at Estadio Azteca, which starts in the early hours of June 12 (Việt Nam time).

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VNA to deliver comprehensive, multi-platform coverage of FIFA World Cup 2026

Thursday, May 28, 2026

To facilitate access for clients and media partners, VNA has launched a World Cup 2026 section on its electronic portal, available from May 25 to July 31.

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Defender Vĩ a new goal-threat for Việt Nam

Saturday, Apr 05, 2025

Nguyễn Văn Vĩ is seen as a potential asset—offering defensive reliability and an unexpected offensive edge ahead of upcoming matches in the 2027 Asian Cup qualification campaign.

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Việt Nam in group A for Asian volleyball event

Thursday, Mar 31, 2016

Việt Nam will be in Group A with Thailand, Iran and Chinese Taipei in the upcoming Asian Women’s Club Volleyball Championship, according to the event’s draw held on Sunday in the northern province of Ninh Bình.