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Jude Bellingham admitted that sometimes he "deserves" the criticism that comes his way after starring in England's 4-2 win over Croatia at the 2026 World Cup. The Real Madrid star was among the scorers as the Three Lions began their group stage campaign in style, and after the final whistle, he took the opportunity to address the scrutiny he has faced in recent months.

The family of Lionel Messi have confirmed that the Argentina captain's father, Jorge Messi, is currently "dealing with a health issue" that has required medical supervision. In a strongly-worded statement, the family hit out at the "irresponsible" speculation that has emerged regarding Jorge's condition during the 2026 World Cup in North America.

Edinson Cavani has reportedly agreed to tear up his contract with Argentinian giants Boca Juniors but wants to keep playing aged 39. The iconic striker follows fellow former Manchester United star Ander Herrera out the door in Buenos Aires, cutting his spell short ahead of a major squad overhaul.

Australian forward Sam Kerr is reportedly heading back to the NWSL. After six trophy-filled seasons with Chelsea, five Women's Super League titles and two Golden Boots, the Australia international has reportedly agreed to rejoin Gotham FC. Kerr previously starred in the NWSL with Sky Blue FC, Chicago and Western New York, leaving as the league's all-time leading scorer.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s family have jumped to his defence following Portugal's disappointing 1-1 draw against DR Congo in their 2026 World Cup opener. As the legendary forward faces a barrage of criticism for his lacklustre performance in Houston, his sisters have taken to social media to deflect the blame.

St. Andrew's is set to play host to some of the biggest names in world football this summer as Barcelona confirm a glamour friendly against Tom Brady's Birmingham City. The Catalan giants will head to the West Midlands as part of their pre-season preparations, marking a significant coup for the Championship outfit and their high-profile ownership regime.

Thousands of Argentina fans turned Kansas City into a Lionel Messi pilgrimage, with banderazos, late-night parties and unwavering support ahead of the World Cup opener.

Canada have received a significant fitness boost ahead of their crucial World Cup clash against Qatar, with head coach Jesse Marsch confirming that captain Alphonso Davies is available for selection. The Bayern Munich star has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since early May, leaving his participation in the home tournament in doubt until now.

Ex-Liverpool and Germany midfielder Dietmar Hamann has sparked controversy by claiming that the "jury is out" on Harry Kane’s ability to perform in high-stakes matches at major tournaments. Despite the England captain netting twice in an emphatic 4-2 World Cup opening victory over Croatia, Hamann remains unconvinced by his credentials against elite opposition.

France defeated Senegal with a commanding second-half performance, led by history-maker Mbappe. The bookmakers have a new favourite to win the World Cup.

After seven years spent playing in Italy, Leao wants out. Manchester United, Galatasaray, Chelsea and Arsenal are circling for his signature.

If you have a good idea of the prospects most likely to make an impact this summer, the World Cup 2026 Young Player Award odds are worth considering.

A 1-1 draw with Morocco highlighted some of Brazil’s frailties. We analyse whether they’re still a value bet to win this summer’s World Cup.

Brazil have officially confirmed that Neymar will play no part in their upcoming World Cup fixture against Haiti, with the superstar forward set to remain behind while his teammates travel to Philadelphia. The Santos man is still working his way back to full fitness, and the Selecao medical staff have decided against taking any unnecessary risks with their talisman.

DR Congo midfielder Ngal’ayel Mukau has delivered a brutally honest assessment of Cristiano Ronaldo’s current abilities, suggesting the Portugal icon no longer requires special tactical attention. The blunt comments came in the wake of a historic 1-1 draw between the two nations at the 2026 World Cup.

Portugal boss Roberto Martinez has stood firm in his support of Cristiano Ronaldo despite the veteran striker enduring a frustrating afternoon in their 2026 World Cup opener. The Selecao were held to a shock 1-1 draw by DR Congo in Houston and Ronaldo played the full 90 minutes despite struggling to affect the game, leaving fans and pundits questioning the captain's continued presence in the starting XI.

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Barcelona and Chelsea are reportedly set to go head-to-head for the signature of Juventus star Andrea Cambiaso. Despite a season of mixed form in Turin, the 26-year-old left-back remains one of the most coveted defenders on the continent ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.

Excitement is growing as we move through the group stages at the 2026 World Cup and, throughout the showpiece tournament in North America, GOAL, in association with eToro, is tracking the value of 10 of the world's most sought-after talents. Will their price rise or plummet? Follow our unique player value tracker to find out...

Three Canada vs Qatar predictions for their second World Cup group game on Friday morning, including value on an anytime goalscorer bet.

Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez is reportedly closing in on a move to the Saudi Pro League to link up with national team captain Cristiano Ronaldo. The Spaniard's tenure with the Selecao appears set to conclude following the 2026 World Cup, with Al-Nassr emerging as his likely next destination.

A big game lies ahead in Group F, and we’ve got three Netherlands vs Sweden predictions for their World Cup encounter on Saturday, 20 June.

After wins for each of them in their first game, we’ve got three USA vs Australia predictions as they clash in the World Cup on Friday, 19 June.

Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi will miss his side's World Cup clash with Germany after being denied entry to Canada amid an ongoing criminal investigation in France. The 23-year-old remains in the United States while authorities examine allegations linked to suspicious betting activity during a Ligue 1 match earlier this year.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s relentless drive to break records is starting to hinder Portugal’s tactical flexibility at the 2026 World Cup, according to former Manchester United team-mate Louis Saha. The legendary striker has come under fire following a sluggish performance in his country’s opening match, sparking a massive debate over his starting role.

Jude Bellingham has proven once again why he is considered one of football’s most genuine characters after sending a touching farewell gift to departing Real Madrid star Caroline Weir. The Scotland international is bringing the curtain down on a historic four-year spell in the Spanish capital following the expiration of her contract.

Feyenoord technical director Devy Rigaux has explained the club's decision to part ways with Robin van Persie, insisting it was driven by data and performance trends rather than emotion. The Dutch giants concluded that results and on-pitch dominance had declined, leading them to appoint Giovanni van Bronckhorst as the man they believe can deliver long-term success.

Three Czechia vs South Africa predictions for their second World Cup group game on Thursday evening, including value on the goalscorer pick.

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