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Time:2026-06-22T12:06:25Z

2026 World Cup dominates headlines with Cape Verde's stunning draw against Uruguay, England's defeat setting up a tense decider, and Egypt's historic first-ever win inspired by Mohamed Salah. Iran holds ten-man Belgium to a scoreless draw amid off-field controversy. Lionel Messi continues his ageless run, tying the World Cup goals record for Argentina.

England's defeat sets up decider with Stokes return in focus

England's defeat sets up decider with Stokes return in focusEngland suffered a defeat that now sets the stage for a decisive match, with all attention turning to Ben Stokes. Stokes has returned to the England squad and has been cleared of blame in a recent nightclub incident. His comeback adds a dramatic twist to an already tense buildup. The upcoming decider will determine England's fate in the series.

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England's unsurprising defeat sets up tantalising decider with all eyes on Stokes (Sky Sports)
Stokes is back – but England’s sorry situation just got even messier (The Independent)
Stokes blameless in nightclub incident as he returns to England squad (The Independent)

Cape Verde stuns Uruguay with 2-2 draw in World Cup thriller

Cape Verde stuns Uruguay with 2-2 draw in World Cup thrillerCape Verde scored their first goal of the tournament and held Uruguay to a 2-2 draw in a thrilling World Cup match in Miami. The result keeps Cape Verde's hopes alive of reaching the round of 32. Kevin Pina opened the scoring for the underdogs in a match described as another World Cup stunner. The draw has made the group stage even more unpredictable.

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Another World Cup stunner: Cape Verde gets 1st goal of tournament and holds Uruguay to 2-2 draw (AP News)
Cape Verde win hearts, earn draw with Uruguay in second World Cup match (Al Jazeera)
World Cup while you were sleeping: Cabo Verde stay unbeaten, Spain simply four-someCabo Verde grab stunning draw against Uruguay to keep hopes of reaching last 32 alive. Spain thrash Saudi Arabia, and Iran hold Belgium. (SCMP)
Cape Verde’s Kevin Pina celebrates scoring his side’s opening goal against Uruguay. Photo: AP (SCMP)
Defiant Cape Verde hold Uruguay to 2-2 draw in Miami thriller (Arab News)

Mohamed Salah leads Egypt to first-ever World Cup victory

Mohamed Salah leads Egypt to first-ever World Cup victoryMohamed Salah inspired Egypt to a historic first-ever World Cup win, scoring against New Zealand in a brilliant second-half display. The victory moves Egypt to the top of Group G ahead of Iran and Belgium, boosting their knockout stage hopes. Salah described ending his World Cup pain as a beautiful moment. The result marks a significant milestone for Egyptian football.

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Salah inspires Egypt to first-ever World Cup win (Sky Sports)
Salah's World Cup pain ends as he fires Egypt to historic win (BBC)
Salah scores against NZ as Egypt records historic win at World Cup (Al Jazeera)
Mohamed Salah inspires Egypt to historic World Cup win over New ZealandBrilliant second-half display means the team move top of Group G ahead of Iran and Belgium, boosting their hopes of reaching knockout stage. (SCMP)
Salah leads second-half turnaround as Egypt clinch maiden World Cup win (Arab News)

Iran holds ten-man Belgium to scoreless World Cup draw

Iran holds ten-man Belgium to scoreless World Cup drawIran played ten-man Belgium to a 0-0 draw in a hard-fought World Cup match. The result was overshadowed by Iran leaving a note asking for peace, highlighting off-field tensions surrounding the team. Belgium played with ten men for much of the match but managed to hold off Iran's attacks. The draw leaves both teams' knockout hopes uncertain.

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Iran’s challenges at World Cup swirl outside draw with Belgium (AP News)
Iran leave note asking for peace after Belgium draw (BBC)
Ten-man Belgium hold off Iran in hard-fought World Cup draw (Al Jazeera)
Iran plays 10-man Belgium to 0-0 draw at World Cup (Arab News)

Messi ties World Cup goals record as Argentina marches on

Messi ties World Cup goals record as Argentina marches onLionel Messi has tied the World Cup goals record after another heroic performance for Argentina, with some crediting his move to America for his continued brilliance. Messi called it a beautiful moment and now has the all-time World Cup scoring record in his sights. At an age when most players decline, Messi continues to defy expectations on the global stage.

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Argentina may have America to thank for Lionel Messi’s latest World Cup heroics (AP News)
Messi hails 'beautiful moment' after tying Cup goals record (China Daily)
Ageless Messi has World Cup scoring record in his sights (Arab News)