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Paraguay players celebrate after scoring against Germany

Paraguay Triumph Over Germany in Penalty Drama to Secure Historic World Cup Progression

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: Paraguay advanced to the FIFA World Cup round of 16 for only the second time in their history, eliminating Germany on penalties following a... Read more
Enzo Maresca and Pep Guardiola

Chelsea Lament Maresca’s Departure to Manchester City in Strongly-Worded Statement

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: Chelsea received £17 million from Manchester City after agreeing a confidential compensation settlement Enzo Maresca officially departed Chelsea on 1 January 2026, following talks... Read more
PSG forward Bradley Barcola

PSG Willing to Let Bradley Barcola Leave as Diomande and Akliouche Arrivals Loom

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: Paris Saint-Germain are prepared to sell Bradley Barcola, according to Foot Mercato The anticipated signings of Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig and Maghnes... Read more
Curtis Jones celebrates after scoring for Liverpool

Inter Maintain Pursuit of Curtis Jones Amid Arsenal Competition and Liverpool’s Firm Stance

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: Inter have sustained their interest in Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones, with negotiations ongoing since January Liverpool have maintained a €40 million asking price, exceeding... Read more
Former South Korea head coach Hong Myung-bo

Hong Myung-bo Resigns Following South Korea’s World Cup Group Stage Elimination

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: Hong Myung-bo announced his resignation as South Korea manager on Sunday after the team’s exit at the World Cup group phase... Read more
Egypt and Iran players in a battle for the ball

Egypt Secure Knockout Spot with 1-1 Draw Against Iran

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: Egypt confirmed their place in the Round of 32 after a 1-1 draw against Iran Iran missed a chance to progress directly and... Read more
Spain players celebrate after scoring against Uruguay

Spain Capitalise on Muslera Error as Uruguay Suffer Another Group Stage Exit

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: Spain secured a 1-0 victory over Uruguay in Guadalajara to finish as Group H winners Uruguay exited the FIFA World Cup group stage... Read more

Senegal’s Five-Star Showing Against Ten-Man Iraq Keeps Knockout Hopes Alive

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: Senegal achieved a resounding 5-0 victory over Iraq, securing third place in Group I It was the largest ever win for an African... Read more
Ecuador supporters at the 2026 World Cup

Ecuador President Declares National Holiday After Reaching World Cup Knockouts

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: Ecuador secured a 2-1 victory against Germany on Thursday to advance to the World Cup knockout stage for the second time in their... Read more
France head coach Didier Deschamps

France Aim to Honour Deschamps in World Cup Clash Against Norway

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: France booked their spot in the knock-out stage with consecutive victories over Senegal (3-1) and Iraq (3-0) Les Bleus require just... Read more
Australia and Paraguay players in a battle for the ball

Socceroos Clinch World Cup Knockout Berth with Stalemate Against Paraguay

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: Australia progressed to the Round of 32 after a 0-0 draw with Paraguay The stalemate secured Paraguay a strong chance of advancement as... Read more
Alexander Isak in a battle for the ball with Japanese opponents

Japan and Sweden Reach Knockout Stage After 1-1 Stalemate in Dallas

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: Japan and Sweden played to a 1-1 draw in Dallas, ensuring both teams progressed to the World Cup knockout rounds Daizen Maeda netted... Read more
Nicolas Pepe has just scored for Ivory Coast against Curacao

Pépé’s Brace Against Curaçao Secures Historic World Cup Knockout Berth for Ivory Coast

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: Nicolas Pépé netted both goals as Ivory Coast defeated Curaçao 2-0 in Philadelphia The result saw Ivory Coast advance to the... Read more
Como attacking midfielder Nico Paz

Real Madrid Set to Activate €9m Clause to Bring Back Nico Páz from Como Ahead of 2026/27 Season

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: Real Madrid have prepared to activate their €9m buyback clause for Nico Páz, returning him from Como before the 2026-27 campaign The... Read more
Martin Dubravka

Tottenham Sign Martin Dubravka to Bolster Goalkeeping Options

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: Tottenham agreed a deal to sign Martin Dubravka on a free transfer following the expiration of his Burnley contract on 1 July The Slovakian... Read more
Christian Pulisic

Milan Stand Firm on Pulisic Retention Amid Major MLS Interest

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: New York City FC expressed interest in acquiring Christian Pulisic and offered a €10m-per-season contract over five years Multiple MLS clubs are... Read more
Guillermo Ochoa

Mexico Cruise Past Czech Republic to Top Group A

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: On their return to the World Cup after 20 years, the Czech Republic were eliminated following a 3-0 defeat to co-hosts Mexico... Read more
Morocco player celebrate after scoring against Haiti

Morocco Overcome Haiti in Six-Goal Thriller to Secure Knockout Berth and Extend Record Unbeaten Streak

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: Morocco sealed a 4-2 victory over Haiti in Atlanta to claim second position in Group C Haiti equalled the World Cup record for... Read more
Canada and Switzerland players in a battle for the ball

Switzerland Prevail Over Canada in Vancouver to Secure Top Spot in Group B

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: Switzerland clinched a 2-1 victory against hosts Canada in Vancouver to finish first in Group B of the FIFA World Cup Switzerland advanced... Read more
Salzburg's midfielder Mads Bidstrup

Lyon Secure Mads Bidstrup Signing from RB Salzburg in €10 Million Deal

Written by Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev
Pavel Kateliev is a popular sport journalist, particularly in the fields of football, basketball, tennis, and hockey. He writes daily for Sportingpedia and his work has been translated into at least 20 languages and featured on renowned outlets such as BBC, Yahoo, MCN, Sun, and Evening News, in Italian, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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Key Takeaways: Lyon and RB Salzburg have agreed on a €10m transfer for Mads Bidstrup Bidstrup, aged 25, made 36 appearances for Salzburg in the 2025... Read more
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