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World Cup Daily Recap: Bellingham Drags England Past Norway; Argentina Outlasts Switzerland
Adrian Sousa from Rabona TV recaps an extraordinary night of extra-time quarterfinal drama as England and Argentina set up a monumental semifinal. The quarterfinal stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup has delivered an absolutely legendary night of extra-time drama, crushing fairy tales, and locking in one of international football’s most iconic rivalries. On the latest daily recap from Rabona TV, Adrian Sousa breaks down a breathtaking double-header where the tournament’s absolute superstars dragg...
Jude Bellingham joins an exclusive consecutive-brace World Cup-list in England’s victory over Norway
While the match was closely contested, England defeated Norway 2-1, securing their place in the 2026 World Cup semifinals. Unexpectedly, Jude Bellingham emerged as the hero, scoring a brace that saw him join an exclusive list of players to score braces in consecutive World Cup matches. England and Norway faced off in one of the most competitive matches of the tournament, with the game being decided in the final minutes of extra time. Even though Harry Kane is the team’s biggest star, Jude Bell...
Erling Haaland’s father Alfie hits out at referee after Norway’s World Cup elimination against England
After Norway's World Cup elimination against England, Elring Haaland's father Alfie hit out at the referee Clement Turpin. Erling Haaland ‘s 2026 World Cup run came to an end in the quarterfinals as England secured their place in the semifinals. In the heated aftermath of a controversy-filled match, the Manchester City striker’s father, Alfie Haaland, directed his frustration squarely at the referee over Norway ‘s eliminatio . As the elimination sank in, Alfie Haaland, who was in the stan...
When is Christian Pulisic’s next game? USMNT star looks to recover his best version in AC Milan
After inconsistent performances in the 2026 World Cup with the USMNT, Christian Pulisic is preparing to compete for his future at AC Milan. While some resting time will be needed, the 27-year-old star is getting ready to train in the preseason tour with the Rossoneri's new Ruben Amorim's project. Christian Pulisic managed to become as the cornerstone of AC Milan. Despite the lack of strikers, he managed to shine under Massimiliano Allegri during the first half of the season. However, he experi...
France defender Konate responds to Lamine Yamal: ‘He can say whatever he wants’
After Lamine Yamal claimed that France should be the ones afraid of Spain, defender Ibrahima Konate issued a straight response: "He can say whatever he wants." France and Spain meet in the 2026 World Cup semifinals on Tuesday, July 15th, and Lamine Yamal has already turned up the heat ahead of kickoff. Les Bleus defender Ibrahima Konate was asked about the Spanish star’s comments and did not hold back: “ He can say whatever he wants .” Fresh off Spain’s win over Belgium, Yamal wasted no t...
England head coach Thomas Tuchel clarifies post-Norway comments after Jude Bellingham’s bold response
Despite the victory over Norway, Thomas Tuchel decided to be self-critical of his team's performances. In response, Jude Bellingham reacted emphatically, sparking controversy. As a result, the head coach decided to clarify his statements while maintaining his stance. While they arrived as a top contenders, England struggled to defeat Norway , needing extra time to secure the victory. Acknowledging the problems his team has been dealing with, Thomas Tuchel was highly self-critical. Jude Belling...
Lionel Messi becomes the all-time assist leader in World Cup history: How does the full ranking look?
In a highly competitive match, Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1, advancing to the semifinals of the 2026 World Cup. Although Lionel Messi did not score, he did provide an assist, becoming the tournament's all-time leading assist provider. Here it is the full assist ranking. A rgentina defeated Switzerland 3-1, showcasing their resilience and goalscoring power in clutch moments. Although Lionel Messi has been the team’s leading goalscorer, he did not find the net in the most recent 2026 World...
FIFA to review another World Cup expansion, with 64-team format under consideration for 2030
Despite the growing doubts surrounding the expansion to 48 teams, the 2026 World Cup has been competitive, thrilling fans around the world. However, FIFA president Gianni Infantino revealed that they are already considering a possible expansion to 64 national teams for the 2030 edition. FIFA decided to change the World Cup format for the 2026 edition, expanding to 48 national teams. Despite the growing doubts, the tournament has been highly competitive. Far from being satisfied, Gianni Infanti...
Lionel Messi breaks down Argentina’s 2026 World Cup semifinal clash: ‘Playing against England is special’
After an important victory over Switzerland in the final minutes, Argentina secured their place in the 2026 World Cup semifinals. They will face England, in a highly competitive clash. With that in mind, Lionel Messi reflected on the upcoming encounter, recalling that famous 1986 clash. Argentina have managed to become one of the best teams at the 2026 World Cup . Even though they had to go to extra time, they managed to defeat Switzerland, reaching the semifinals in convincing fashion. There,...
History made as FIFA’s top four-ranked teams reach the World Cup semifinals for the first time
With the quarterfinals being history, the 2026 World Cup will be the first edition in history with the four ranked teams in the top of the FIFA Ranking qualified to the semifinal round. The 2026 World Cup quarterfinals are complete, and the final four have been decided. In a historic first, the four remaining teams are the same four nations that occupied the top spots in the FIFA Rankings entering the tournament. France opened the quarterfinal round on Thursday with a commanding 2-0 win o...
‘We have to be realistic, we have to be better’: Argentina’s Scaloni looks ahead to England
After the qualification against Switzerland, head coach Lionel Scaloni delivered a grounding message ahead of the 2026 World Cup semifinal against England: "We have to be realistic, we have to be better." Argentina secured a hard-fought place in the 2026 World Cup semifinals with a 3-1 win over Switzerland, setting up a blockbuster clash with England . Despite the emotion of the moment, head coach Lionel Scaloni kept his feet firmly on the ground, delivering a candid message to his squad . ...
Norway coach reveals Erling Haaland played through fatigue and a dead leg vs England
The manager of Norway described why Erling Haaland left the match early against England. It was a great run at the 2026 World Cup for Norway until England beat them 2-1 after extra time. However, the main doubt after the elimination was Erling Haaland ‘s exit before the second half of extra time, which Ståle Solbakken explained was mainly due to fatigue. Solbakken said: “It was not a tough decision because he was finished and maybe I should’ve taken him out 10 minutes before . He obviousl...
2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals bracket: Complete matchups and schedule
The quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup have wrapped up, and the four remaining teams now know where and when they'll face off for a place in the final. The quarterfinal round of the 2026 World Cup has delivered its final four, and the road to the title has never been clearer. Across four matches spread over three days, the tournament trimmed its final eight down to the semifinalists who will battle for a place in the championship game. France were the first side through, dispatching Moro...
How Argentina’s win, draw, or loss vs Switzerland could impact the 2026 World Cup bracket
Defending champions Argentina and an undefeated Switzerland are ready to leave it all on the pitch. Gearing up for a massive Quarter-final battle this Saturday, defending champions Argentina and an undefeated Switzerland are ready to leave it all on the pitch. While the defending champion enters the clash as the favorite, the Swiss arrives unbeaten and determined to produce one of the biggest upsets of the tournament. Whatever the final score, the outcome will have enormous consequences for th...
England vs Argentina: Date, kickoff time and venue for the 2026 World Cup semifinal
The date, kickoff time and stadium for the semifinal of the 2026 World Cup match between England and Argentina. The second semifinal of the 2026 World Cup was set, with England becoming the first team to qualify after beating Norway, while Argentina reached it after defeating Switzerland to set up one of the tournament’s biggest matches with a place in the final on the line. This match is scheduled for Wednesday, July 15 . What comes after this match is the biggest prize in international ...
Is Lionel Messi playing? Argentina vs Switzerland confirmed lineups for the 2026 World Cup game
With Argentina set to clash against Switzerland, questions are rising over the presence of Lionel Messi in the game. Argentina faces Switzerland on Saturday, July 12th, at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals. With the defending champions looking to reach the semifinals, the central question heading into the match is whether Lionel Messi will be on the field from the start . Lionel Messi has been included in the starting lineup against Switzerland . Having ...
Jude Bellingham matches Pele’s World Cup scoring mark at age 23, trailing only Kylian Mbappe
Jude Bellingham's performance against Norway has helped him to reach Pele's mark at the age of 23, with Kylian Mbappe being the star remaining at the top. Jude Bellingham sent England to the 2026 World Cup semifinals with a clinical brace in a 2-1 comeback win over Norway at Miami Stadium. The performance also saw him draw level with Pele’s goalscoring record in the competition at age 23, leaving only Kylian Mbappe ahead of him in the all-time standings for players that age or younger . W...
FIFA explains why England’s goal against Norway was allowed after overhead wire controversy
FIFA explained the controversial goal that England scored to level the match against Norway. FIFA has moved to defend the officiating in England’s dramatic World Cup quarterfinal victory over Norway , addressing a controversial passage of play that saw Jude Bellingham’s equalizer stand despite replays appearing to show the ball striking an overhead camera cable moments earlier. The incident unfolded in the first half at Miami Stadium , where Norway goalkeeper Orjan Nyland sent a goal kick...
Why isn’t Johan Manzambi playing for Switzerland against Argentina at the 2026 World Cup?
Set to face Argentina in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals, Johan Manzambi will be one of the main absences for Switzerland national team. Switzerland faces Argentina at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 12th, with a semifinal spot on the line. However, heading into one of the toughest challenges of their 2026 World Cup run, La Nati will be without one of their standout performers . Manzambi has been ruled out of the quarterfinal against Argentina due to a knee injury . Th...
Bellingham scores a brace to put England in the semifinals with 2-1 victory over Norway
While Norway went ahead, England came back to earn a 2-1 victory with goals from Bellingham. A great match was expected with a spot in the semifinals of the 2026 World Cup on the line as Norway and England faced off in the quarterfinals. In a hard-fought match, England came out victorious in extra time with two goals from Jude Bellingham . In the first half, there were not many chances, with Norway taking the lead through a fantastic goal from Andreas Schjelderup . However, it was not eno...
Why isn’t Lautaro Martinez starting for Argentina against Switzerland at the 2026 World Cup?
Argentina face Switzerland in a crucial 2026 World Cup quarterfinal clash, where Lautaro Martinez will begin the match from the bench. Argentina face Switzerland in the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup at Kansas City Stadium, and manager Lionel Scaloni opted to leave Lautaro Martinez out of his starting eleven. This time, Scaloni again chose Julian Alvarez to line up alongside Lionel Messi up front, keeping the same forward pairing that started Argentina’s comeback win over Egypt in th...
How England’s win, draw, or loss vs Norway could impact the 2026 World Cup bracket
England's quarterfinal against Norway is one of the biggest matches remaining at the 2026 World Cup, and the outcome could dramatically reshape the tournament bracket. The Three Lions enter the contest after a thrilling victory over Mexico, while Norway arrives full of confidence following a stunning upset of Brazil. Before the first whistle in Miami, […] England’s quarterfinal against Norway is one of the biggest matches remaining at the 2026 World Cup, and the outcome could dramatically resh...
Are Erling Haaland and Harry Kane playing? Norway vs England confirmed lineups for the 2026 World Cup game
Before kickoff in Miami, fans are eager to learn whether both superstar strikers will feature from the opening whistle and how each national team plans to approach the high-stakes showdown. Norway is preparing for the biggest match in its modern soccer history as it faces England in the 2026 World Cup Quarter-finals, with Erling Haaland and Harry Kane expected to headline one of the tournament’s most anticipated battles. However, before kickoff in Miami, fans are eager to learn whether both su...
Why is England’s Djed Spence using a protective mask in the 2026 World Cup clash against Norway?
England's Djed Spence has been spotted using a protective mask in the 2026 World Cup game against Ghana, prompting questions on his condition. Despite a challenging domestic season with Tottenham Hotspur, Djed Spence successfully played his way onto England coach Thomas Tuchel’s roster for the 2026 World Cup . With the Three Lions clashing with Norway in a pivotal quarterfinal battle, the right-back has captured the attention of fans by sporting a highly specialized protective face mask on the...
What is Switzerland’s current FIFA ranking ahead of its 2026 World Cup match vs Argentina?
Switzerland face Argentina in a crucial 2026 World Cup quarterfinal clash, with a place in the semifinals on the line. The final quarterfinal of the 2026 World Cup takes place at Kansas City Stadium, where Switzerland and defending champions Argentina meet for a place in the semifinals. Switzerland head into this match ranked 14th in the FIFA World Rankings, with 1,710.88 points , a position they’ve earned throughout the tournament. Murat Yakin’s men went unbeaten across their four matche...
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