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Viní Jr. apologises to fans after latest Brazil loss

Vinícius Júnior apologised to Brazil's fans after their 1-0 defeat in Paraguay in World Cup qualifying, admitting it's a "difficult time" for the team.

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Australia give support to Palestinians before WCQ

Australia will donate part of their match fees from a World Cup 2026 qualifier against Palestine in Kuwait City on Tuesday towards humanitarian efforts in Gaza.

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Rodrygo: Neymar remains Brazil's star man

Rodrygo Goes has defended his Brazil teammate Neymar Jr., saying the forward remains Brazil's key player despite his age and move to Saudi Arabia.

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Brazil slam fans after popcorn thrown at Neymar

Brazil coach Fernando Diniz has condemned the "disrespectful" incident in which Neymar was hit on the head by a bag of popcorn thrown from the stands.

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Ronaldo dismisses Portugal retirement talk

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has dismissed speculation that he could be approaching the end of his international career.

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FIFA in World Cup qualifiers schedule chaos

FIFA announced on Wednesday it has changed the format of the World Cup qualification tournament for the Oceania region due to COVID-19.

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Mead hat trick secures England WC qualifying win

Second half substitute Beth Mead scored a hat trick in England's 4-0 Women's World Cup qualifier win against Northern Ireland at Wembley Stadium.

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Berhalter takes blame for U.S. lineup gamble

United States coach Gregg Berhalter took full responsibility for his lineup choices following a 1-0 defeat to Panama in World Cup qualifying.

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Barca star Pedri lands first Spain call-up

Barcelona's teenage midfielder Pedri has been promoted to Spain's senior squad for the World Cup qualifiers against Greece, Georgia and Kosovo.

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Women snap up Iran qualifer tickets in minutes

Iranian women have snapped up tickets for Thursday's World Cup qualifier against Cambodia in Tehran after they were released for sale online.