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World Cup 2026 - updates, news as Ghana hold England, Bafana brace for South Korea
Ghana held England to a 0-0 draw on Tuesday, but Congo DR lost 1-0 to Colombia. South Africa will likely need a win on Wednesday against South Korea to advance.
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South Africa look ahead to must-win clash with South Korea
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Is the rest of Africa really 'hate-watching' Bafana at the World Cup?
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South Africa vs. South Korea - Make or break time for Bafana Bafana
TOP HEADLINES
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Re-ranking all 10 African teams at the World Cup ahead of their final group game
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Gritty Ghana put bodies on the line to thwart Kane and co.
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Ronaldo underlines legacy, importance to Portugal with brace vs. Uzbekistan
The 'best men's football player' Championship Belt: Barnwell picks titleholders going back nearly 50 years
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Will Barcelona-linked Oulai eclipse Bouaddi as Africa's World Cup breakout star?
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Salah writes World Cup history with Egypt - can he salvage international legacy?
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Players of Nigerian origin set for deepest NBA Draft Class ever
RUGBY
What is The Nations Championship? Explaining rugby's new competition, fixtures, format
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BOXING
Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua FAQ: The biggest questions answered
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- Ouahbi: Morocco won't fear any potential L32 side
- Eze: England 'confident' despite Ghana draw
- Bucks GM mum on Giannis, emphasizes 'building'
- Liam Lawson: Red Bull created false narrative
Tables, fixtures and scores
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