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Brazil superstar Neymar has finally returned to the training pitch as he accelerates his recovery from a calf injury that has threatened his World Cup participation. The forward was seen conducting individual drills for the first time since arriving in the United States, providing a massive lift to the Selecao camp ahead of their upcoming fixtures.

Lionel Messi enjoyed a historic night as Argentina dispatched Algeria 3-0 in their World Cup opener, but the victory was marred by a controversial incident that left fans and pundits questioning the officiating. The Inter Miami star netted a sensational hat-trick to equal the all-time tournament goals record, yet many believe he should not have been on the pitch to complete the feat.

Thomas Tuchel has spent more than a year trying to figure out his best England starting XI, but with the Three Lions about to kick-off their 2026 World Cup campaign, things have remained up in the air until the last few days before England clash with Croatia in Dallas.

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