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Brazil v Japan: Round Of 32 - FIFA World Cup 2026

Guimaraes warns Brazil over 'cunning' Haaland

Bruno Guimaraes has hit back at suggestions that Brazil are the overwhelming favourites against Norway, accusing Erling Haaland of cleverly shifting the pressure onto the five-time champions ahead of Sunday's World Cup round-of-16 clash, while also revealing his excitement for a personal battle with Martin Odegaard in midfield.

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'I'm not a fool!' - Ancelotti says ONLY ex-Man Utd boss can advise him

Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has strongly defended his managerial credentials following intense scrutiny over his side's tactical style at the World Cup. The Italian tactician dismissed external critiques by pointing to his vast experience, asserting that former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is the only individual qualified to advise him.

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Bruno can take Arsenal to another level alongside Odegaard

There will be some added intrigue for Arsenal fans during Brazil's clash with Norway in the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup. While much of the focus will undoubtedly be on superstar attackers Vinicius Jr and Erling Haaland before kick-off on Sunday, one significant subplot is the battle between present and potentially future Gunners midfielders.

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World Cup Golden Boot standings: Messi moves onto seven

The 2026 World Cup is well underway and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. There's a long and winding road to be navigated as 48 nations battle for the top prize, but which star will take home the illustrious award? Here, GOAL tracks the tournament's most prolific stars.

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Standings

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PosTeamPWDLFA+/-PTSForm
1Al Nassr FC crestAl Nassr FC34282491286386
W
D
W
L
W
2Al Hilal crestAl Hilal34259085275884
W
W
D
W
W
3Al Ahli crestAl Ahli34256371254681
W
W
W
W
W
4Al Qadsiah crestAl Qadsiah34238383344977
W
W
W
W
W
5Al Ittihad crestAl Ittihad34167115548755
L
L
W
W
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