Spain Beat Portugal as Six-Game World Cup Shutout Streak Sets Record
Mikel Merino’s late goal delivered a 1–0 round-of-16 victory, while goalkeeper Unai Simón extended his personal scoreless run to 609 minutes.
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Haaland double sends Norway past Brazil and into first World Cup quarter-final
Erling Haaland scored twice late as Norway beat Brazil 2-1, reaching a World Cup quarter-final for the first time and ending Brazil’s run with its earliest exit since 1990.
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FIFA suspends Folarin Balogun's World Cup ban after Trump call
The US striker became eligible for the July 6 match against Belgium after FIFA placed his automatic one-game suspension on probation for a year, without cancelling his red card.
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Alexandra Eala makes Philippine history with Wimbledon win over Świątek
The 21-year-old defeated the defending champion 7-6 (9), 6-2 to become the first Filipino singles player in a Grand Slam fourth round.
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Egypt reaches World Cup round of 16 for the first time after penalty win over Australia
A shootout win after a 1-1 draw gave Egypt a historic place in the last 16 and kept Australia from turning possession into a breakthrough result.
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Messi reaches 20 World Cup goals as Argentina survives Cape Verde test
The Argentina captain scored in an eighth consecutive World Cup appearance and made his record 30th tournament appearance in a 3-2 extra-time win.
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Alexandra Eala Makes History at Wimbledon with Milestone Victory
Alexandra Eala has become the first Filipina to reach the third round of a Grand Slam in the Open Era, marking a significant achievement in her professional tennis career.
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Mexico ends 40-year wait for World Cup knockout win by beating Ecuador 2-0
Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 at Estadio Azteca to record its first World Cup knockout-stage victory in 40 years and keep its quarter-final hopes alive.
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Paraguay declares holiday after World Cup shootout win over Germany
President Santiago Peña issued the decree after Paraguay advanced to the round of 16 with a 4-3 penalty victory following a 1-1 draw.
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Paraguay Eliminates Germany After Dramatic World Cup Penalty Shootout
Goalkeeper Orlando Gill saved two kicks before Jose Canale converted the winner, handing Germany its first defeat in a World Cup shootout.
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Canada Advances to World Cup Round of 16 After Stoppage-Time Win
Stephen Eustaquio scored a dramatic late goal to lead Canada to their first-ever World Cup knockout stage victory.
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Egypt's draw with Iran sends it through to the World Cup knockout stage
A late Iranian goal was ruled offside and Egypt's point was enough to finish second in the group and secure a first-ever place in the knockout round.
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DR Congo Reach World Cup Knockouts With 3–1 Comeback
Yoane Wissa scored twice against Uzbekistan as the Congolese secured their first tournament win and arranged a last-32 meeting with England.
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Messi sets World Cup scoring streak record in Argentina win
Reports dated 27 June 2026 documented messi sets World Cup scoring streak record in Argentina win, marking a significant sports development.
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Cape Verde Makes History as Smallest Nation to Reach World Cup Knockout Stage
Cape Verde has advanced to the knockout rounds of the 2026 World Cup, becoming the smallest nation by population to achieve the feat.
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Ivory Coast Reaches World Cup Knockout Stage for First Time
Nicolas Pepe scored in each half of a 2-0 victory over Curacao, securing second place in Group E and a historic advance for the Elephants.
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FIFA suspends Nepal over third-party interference in football governance dispute
FIFA has suspended Nepal’s football association with immediate effect, saying repeated third-party interference breached its statutes and blocked international competition.
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South Africa Secures Historic World Cup Knockout Berth
South Africa defeated South Korea 1-0 to reach the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time, marking a significant recovery after their opening tournament defeat.
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Ronaldo scores twice as Portugal captain becomes first to score in six World Cups
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice, became the first player to score in six different World Cups and extended his place as Portugal’s all-time top scorer.
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US allows Iran team to enter Seattle two days before World Cup match
Homeland Security eased a travel restriction that had limited Iran to entering the United States one day before its earlier games, while retaining security rules and requiring the team to leave after facing Egypt.
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IOC approves a Dutch speed-skating plan for the 2030 French Alps Winter Olympics
The venue overhaul pushes speed skating to Heerenveen and shifts most ice events to Lyon, sharpening the logistical challenge behind the French Alps Games.
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Lionel Messi Sets All-Time World Cup Scoring Record
Argentina captain Lionel Messi has surpassed Miroslav Klose to become the highest goalscorer in World Cup history following a victory over Austria.
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Sooners complete postseason turnaround with College World Series crown
Oklahoma defeated North Carolina 13-2 in the deciding final, winning its first national baseball championship since 1994.
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Egypt Rally Past New Zealand for First World Cup Victory
A 3–1 comeback, driven by an improved second half and Mohamed Salah’s influence, moved Egypt to the top of Group G after two matches.
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