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Last updated: July 6, 2026, 2:35 AM ET

World Cup Knockout Drama

England advanced to the World Cup quarter-finals after a dramatic 3-2 victory over co-hosts Mexico at the iconic Azteca Stadium. The Three Lions, praised for their "heart and belief" iconic match iconic stadium, secured one of their greatest knockout results with a performance described as "pure theatre" incredible night when England. Despite being outplayed at times, a "heroic defensive performance" England ratings: Bellingham shines ultimately sealed their passage. Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane were instrumental in the win, which saw England overcome a challenging atmosphere and historical pressure Three Lions roar. England head coach Thomas Tuchel, however, voiced his frustration with the officiating, stating referees "are just not good enough" Referees just good enough. The team now looks ahead to their quarter-final path England into quarter-finals -.

Meanwhile, Erling Haaland continued his phenomenal World Cup form, scoring a brace to dump Brazil out of the tournament with a 2-1 victory for Norway Haaland fires Norway history. Haaland's late double secured Norway's place in the quarter-finals, where they will face England Haaland's masterclass sends Norway. Brazil's exit at the last-16 stage was deemed an "unmitigated disaster" by Tim Vickery, who called for a major overhaul of the team Ageing Brazil need major. The match between Norway and Brazil was a highly anticipated clash, with the Premier League rivalry between Haaland and Arsenal's Gabriel Balogun adding another layer of intrigue Premier League feud about.

The tournament also saw controversy surrounding a red card decision, with the overturning of a ban for United States forward Folarin Balogun raising questions about the red card system disarray over Trump, Fifa. Balogun was made available for the USA's last-16 tie against Belgium after FIFA suspended his ban, a decision reportedly influenced by contact from the White House Balogun ban overturned amid.

Global Football Transfer Rumours

Real Madrid are reportedly preparing a substantial £188 million offer for Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise Real Madrid plot £188m. Tottenham Hotspur are also exploring a move for AC Milan's Rafael Leao, while Newcastle United are targeting Angelo Stiller Real Madrid plot £188m. In other transfer news, Real Madrid have secured the signing of Netherlands full-back Denzel Dumfries from Inter Milan on a four-year contract Real Madrid sign defender. Newcastle United have also completed the signing of forward Bazoumana Toure from Hoffenheim for a reported £42 million Newcastle sign winger Toure. Brentford are nearing a deal for Burnley forward Jaidon Anthony for an initial £15 million fee, potentially rising to £17 million with add-ons sign Burnley forward Anthony. Manchester United are considering Chelsea's Andrey Santos as a midfield target, following their pursuit of other players Chelsea's Santos considered. Sassuolo and Bologna are reportedly in talks with Hellas Verona regarding Kieron Bowie, while Celtic are linked with Norwegian striker Tobias Lauritsen Bowie transfer talks -.

Other Sporting Headlines

In cricket, Australia secured their record-extending seventh Women's T20 World Cup title with a dominant seven-wicket victory over England at Lord's Australia romp past England. England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt acknowledged her team was "outplayed" but expressed pride in their runner-up finish Future's really bright -. Sky Sports' Nasser Hussain commented that Australia were too good and England too timid in the final Hussain: Australia too good.

In golf, Chris Gotterup claimed the John Deere Classic title after a thrilling final round, finishing 20-under par with a weekend-best 62 Gotterup wins John Deere. Padraig Harrington successfully defended his US Senior Open title with a final round, finishing 12-under par Harrington defends US Senior. Carolina Chacarra secured her maiden Ladies European Tour title at the Hulencourt Women's Open in Belgium Chacarra claims maiden LET. Michael Hollick won the BMW International Open with a sensational eagle on the final hole Hollick wins BMW International.

Formula 1 saw Charles Leclerc take victory in a chaotic British Grand Prix Leclerc wins chaotic British. Kimi Antonelli's championship lead was significantly reduced after a technical issue saw him finish outside the points Leclerc wins chaotic British. Max Verstappen expressed frustration with his Red Bull car after a crash at the Grand Prix, calling the fault "dangerous" 'dangerous' Red Bull car. Mercedes accepted blame for a mechanical failure that cost Antonelli a likely victory us - Mercedes accept. The FIA explained that the British Grand Prix finished under Safety Car conditions due to an "erroneous message" about a potential restart FIA explains why British. Christian Horner made his first appearance in the F1 paddock since his exit from Red Bull Horner makes first return.

In rugby league, Wigan Warriors edged out St Helens 16-14 in a fierce derby at the Magic Weekend Wigan win ferocious derby. St Helens head coach Paul Rowley questioned referee Chris Kendall's decisions following the narrow defeat Rowley bemused by decisions. Leeds Rhinos enjoyed a dominant 50-16 victory over rivals Bradford Bulls, with Ash Handley scoring a hat-trick Leeds run riot against.

In tennis, Naomi Osaka eliminated top seed Aryna Sabalenka at Wimbledon, while Novak Djokovic broke Roger Federer's record for match victories at the All England Club Osaka knocks Sabalenka out.

Carlos Queiroz stepped down as Ghana head coach following their World Cup exit after just three months in charge Queiroz leaves Ghana following. Thousands of fans welcomed home the Cape Verde players after their "stunning World Cup run" Thousands welcome home Cape.

In a notable football news item, Mexico returned luxury watches gifted by a You Tuber because FIFA rules prohibit expensive gifts Mexico return luxury watches. Supporters were also advised to shelter-in-place due to an electrical storm approaching the Azteca Stadium before the Mexico-England match Shelter-in-place order amid storm.