ENGLAND CRASH OUT OF THE WORLD CUP AFTER LOSING 2-1 TO ARGENTINA

England’s long wait for a men’s World Cup final appearance will continue after a cruel late collapse saw Argentina snatch a 2-1 victory in the 2026 World Cup semi-final in Atlanta. What looked destined to be a famous English triumph turned into another chapter of football heartbreak as two late Argentine goals overturned England’s advantage in the closing minutes.

Football supporters in Paraguay sparked attention during the annual San Juan festival after a Lionel Messi sculpture was set alight as part of a traditional celebration. Footage shared on Instagram by Steven Pegelow showed groups of Paraguay fans taking part in festivities on July 4, one of the country's most recognised cultural events. During the celebrations, a figure representing the Argentine superstar was burned in front of spectators.

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has suggested that England fans could be rewarded with an extra bank holiday should the national team go on to win the World Cup this summer. England’s hopes of securing international football’s biggest prize remain alive as Thomas Tuchel’s side prepare to face Norway in a highly anticipated quarter-final clash on Saturday evening.

England defender Jarell Quansah has been ruled out of the next two matches at the FIFA Club World Cup after receiving a red card during his side’s dramatic 3-2 victory over Mexico. The 23-year-old was dismissed in the 54th minute following a challenge on Mexico’s Jesus Gallardo. FIFA’s disciplinary committee deemed the incident to be serious foul play, resulting in an additional one-match suspension on top of the standard automatic ban.

England have booked their place in the World Cup quarter-finals after a dramatic 3-2 victory over co-hosts Mexico. Goals from Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane helped Thomas Tuchel's side overcome a hostile atmosphere, a weather delay and a red card to keep their World Cup dream alive.

England overcame an early scare and produced a spirited comeback to defeat DR Congo, securing their place in the World Cup last 16 after a dramatic encounter in Atlanta. The African side stunned England by striking first and threatening one of the tournament’s biggest upsets. Brian Cipenga’s seventh-minute goal handed DR Congo an early advantage and sent their supporters into celebration, while England were left searching for answers.

England booked their place in the knockout stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as Group L winners after a convincing 2-0 victory over Panama on Saturday night. After a frustrating first half in which Panama's disciplined defence limited clear-cut opportunities, the Three Lions found another gear after the break to secure all three points and finish top of their group.

Footage appearing to show England defender Djed Spence not shaking hands with Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey before their World Cup match has sparked debate online, with some fans praising the gesture amid ongoing legal proceedings involving Partey.

England were unable to find a way past a resilient Ghana side as the two nations shared the points in their second Group L match at the 2026 World Cup. Despite dominating possession and creating the better chances, Thomas Tuchel's side were frustrated by a disciplined defensive display.