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‘Ted Lasso’ stars bring World Cup fever to Kansas City as Argentina faces Switzerland

Dave Skretta, The Associated Press 4 minute read 5:51 PM CDT

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Lionel Messi and reigning World Cup champion Argentina playing for a semifinal spot in Ted Lasso's hometown?

You'd better BELIEVE he's paying attention.

The fictional coach of soccer club AFC Richmond — or rather, Jason Sudeikis, who plays the title character on the Apple TV series — was hosting a watch party at CPKC Stadium near downtown Kansas City on Saturday night, when La Albiceleste were playing upstart Switzerland at Arrowhead Stadium in their quest for back-to-back championships.

The fourth season of the comedy-drama, which has been on hiatus since May 31, 2023, is due to premiere on Aug. 5.

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Norway's Erling Haaland (9), England's Jude Bellingham (10) and England's Elliot Anderson (8) react after Norway's Torbjoern Heggem (17) scored a goal that was disallowed during the World Cup quarterfinal soccer match between Norway and England in Miami Gardens, Fla., Saturday, July 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

England scores in World Cup match with Norway after ball appears to hit camera cable over field

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England scores in World Cup match with Norway after ball appears to hit camera cable over field

Tim Reynolds, The Associated Press 2 minute read 5:45 PM CDT

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — A goal kick appeared to clip a cable over the field late in the first half of the England-Norway match in the World Cup quarterfinals on Saturday, shortly before England's Jude Bellingham scored the tying goal.

By rule, if the ball had been noticed hitting the cable, play would have stopped and a drop ball would have been utilized to determine possession.

But in this case, play was not interrupted and it was not known if the video assistant referee, Jerome Brisard, reviewed the play. Brisard was also in the VAR role for the Argentina-Egypt match in the quarterfinals, one where Argentina rallied to win 3-2 and Egypt complained that officiating was unfair.

Norway goalkeeper Orjan Nyland took the kick to start the play in question Saturday, which was controlled by England seconds after the trajectory of the ball changed, suggesting it brushed one of the cables used to suspend a robotically controlled camera. The ball was eventually played to Bellingham, who beat Nyland with a low shot to the far post.

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Norway and England head to extra time with their World Cup quarterfinal match tied at 1-1

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Norway and England head to extra time with their World Cup quarterfinal match tied at 1-1

Alanis Thames, The Associated Press 3 minute read Updated: 6:03 PM CDT

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Norway and England headed to extra time at the World Cup with their quarterfinal match even at 1-1 on Saturday.

Andreas Schjelderup scored for Norway in the 36th minute, and England's Jude Bellingham equalized early in first-half stoppage time.

Schjelderup, making just his second start of the tournament, fired a shot that caromed off the right post and into the net to stun an England team that had dominated possession to that point. Bellingham’s equalizer from close range was his fifth goal of the tournament, eliciting a roar from that crowd that included Mick Jagger and England great David Beckham.

Schjelderup, who set up both of Erling Haaland’s goals in Norway’s round of 16 win over Brazil, celebrated by stretching his arms wide and looking at the crowd as his teammates lifted him onto their shoulders. Meanwhile, England’s Harry Kane sat near midfield, grabbing his leg and looking toward the officials. No foul was called.

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Updated: 6:03 PM CDT

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Heat and humidity make World Cup quarterfinal challenge for Norway, England even tougher

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Heat and humidity make World Cup quarterfinal challenge for Norway, England even tougher

Gracie Fisher, The Associated Press 3 minute read Updated: 3:36 PM CDT

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Carla Gregory was fighting the heat even before watching the World Cup quarterfinal between England and Norway on Saturday.

She carried cold water in one hand. She had an unfolded fan in the other, flapping it with hopes of creating her own little breeze. And the elements seemed to be winning; no matter what she tried, the England fan was still, at best, uncomfortable.

"I can’t imagine playing 90 minutes in it,” said Gregory, who came to the U.S. with her husband from their home in Telford, England to follow their team through the World Cup.

Norway had Harry Kane to worry about. England had Erling Haaland to worry about. And both sides — in what has been a theme for this World Cup — had the weather to worry about. It was 92 degrees Fahrenheit (33 Celsius) when the teams started warm-ups Saturday afternoon, and with the humidity factored in it felt like 104 F (40 C).

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Updated: 3:36 PM CDT

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Argentina fans wave flags as they gather to celebrate and cheer on their team at a beachfront park in Miami Beach, Fla., Thursday, July 2, 2026, one day ahead of their World Cup round of 32 soccer match against Cape Verde. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Argentine Antonio Rattín, whose dismissal in the 1966 World Cup prompted a rules change, dies at 89

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Argentine Antonio Rattín, whose dismissal in the 1966 World Cup prompted a rules change, dies at 89

Ramiro Barreiro, The Associated Press 3 minute read Updated: 4:27 PM CDT

Argentine Antonio Rattín, a former Boca Juniors player whose act of defiance while representing Argentina at the 1966 World Cup helped lead to the introduction of yellow and red cards, has died, the country’s football federation said Saturday. He was 89.

Rattín died in Buenos Aires, according to the Argentine Football Association, or AFA, which expressed its “deepest sorrow at the passing of a historic symbol of Boca Juniors and the national team,” with whom he played in two World Cups.

A defensive midfielder known for his physical, hard-tackling style, Rattín won six Argentine league titles with Boca Juniors and was a Copa Libertadores runner-up in 1963.

“Rattín was one of us and loved these colours so much that they were the only ones he chose to defend throughout his 14-year career. A leader, an Argentine and forever a Bostero,” the club said.

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Updated: 4:27 PM CDT

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England's John Stones (5) and England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford (1) celebrate their team's fourth goal by England's Marcus Rashford during the World Cup Group L soccer match between England and Croatia in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Wednesday, June 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Stones, Guehi in England lineup against Man City teammate and Norway star Haaland

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Stones, Guehi in England lineup against Man City teammate and Norway star Haaland

The Associated Press 2 minute read Updated: 4:10 PM CDT

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — John Stones returned to England's starting lineup for its World Cup quarterfinal against Norway on Saturday, essentially taking the spot that was held for the last three matches by suspended defender Jarell Quansah.

The move puts a pair of Manchester City defenders — Stones and Marc Guehi — in England's opening 11 against Norway star striker Erling Haaland, who also plays for the same club.

Quansah is starting a two-game ban issued after he got a red card in the round of 16 win over Mexico. Stones has not started for England since its opening game of the World Cup. Another switch for England: Noni Madueke is back on the wing, sending Bukayo Saka to the bench.

Norway made a switch to its lineup as well, adding midfielder Andreas Schjelderup — who came off the bench to register the assist on both of Haaland's goals in a 2-1 win over Brazil in the round of 16.

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Updated: 4:10 PM CDT

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Germany officials confident Klopp will be next national team coach

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Germany officials confident Klopp will be next national team coach

James Robson, The Associated Press 3 minute read Updated: 11:18 AM CDT

ATLANTA (AP) — Germany officials have held talks with Jurgen Klopp and both sides are confident he will take over as coach, the national soccer federation said Saturday.

Former coach Julian Nagelsmann resigned after his team failed to make the round of 16 for the third World Cup running.

Klopp, a serial trophy winner with Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund, was quickly identified as the favorite to succeed him.

The German federation said talks were held in New York on Friday with Klopp, who is currently in an executive role as head of global soccer for the Red Bull group.

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Updated: 11:18 AM CDT

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Former Chelsea owner Ken Bates, who bought the club for one pound, dies at 94

The Associated Press 2 minute read Updated: 2:33 PM CDT

LONDON (AP) — Ken Bates, the former Chelsea owner and chairman who bought the club for just a pound in 1982, has died. He was 94.

Chelsea confirmed the death in a statement Saturday, saying Bates “passed away peacefully in Monaco this morning surrounded by his wife and family.”

"The club sends our heartfelt condolences to Ken’s wife Suzannah, the rest of his family and his friends. Ken’s determination to fight for Chelsea when times were tough, and drive the team on to winning trophies will never be forgotten.”

Bates bought Chelsea when it was laden with debt and struggling in the English second division — hence the price of just one pound — but injected money into the club and oversaw a return to the top flight in 1984.

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South Africa World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dies at the age of 25

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South Africa World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dies at the age of 25

The Associated Press 3 minute read Updated: 4:22 PM CDT

JOHANNESBURG (AP) — South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams, who played at the World Cup, has died. He was 25.

His death was confirmed by Gayton McKenzie, South Africa’s minister of sport, arts and culture, in a statement on Saturday.

“It is with profound shock and a heavy heart that I have learnt of the passing of Jayden Adams, midfielder for Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana, at the age of 25," McKenzie posted on X.

"South African football has lost one of its brightest young talents, and our nation mourns alongside his family, his team-mates and the millions of supporters.”

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Updated: 4:22 PM CDT

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Gonzalez has a pair of goals to lead Gotham to a 3-1 win over the Utah Royals

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Gonzalez has a pair of goals to lead Gotham to a 3-1 win over the Utah Royals

Phuoc Nguyen, The Associated Press 3 minute read 12:06 AM CDT

Esther González scored a pair of goals to lead Gotham FC to a 3-1 victory over the Utah Royals on Friday night.

In other National Women’s Soccer League games, the Orlando Pride downed the Kansas City Current 3-0; the Boston Legacy beat the Chicago Stars 2-0; and Bay FC topped Racing Louisville 2-0.

Cece Delzer gave Utah (7-3-4) the lead in the 23rd minute at home, but minutes later, Gotham FC forward Jordynn Dudley drew a foul in the box on Royals defender Nuria Rábano and González converted the penalty kick for a 1-1 tie.

Tierna Davidson finished off Guro Reiten's corner kick in first-half stoppage time for a 2-1 lead.

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Norway's Erling Haaland (9) celebrates after scoring their third goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between Norway and Senegal in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Steve Luciano)

Erling Haaland is Norway’s World Cup machine – and the internet’s babygirl

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Erling Haaland is Norway’s World Cup machine – and the internet’s babygirl

Kaitlyn Huamani, The Associated Press 7 minute read Updated: 4:16 PM CDT

Erling Haaland stands at 6 feet, 5 inches, an intimidating force who can make fellow soccer players look tiny in stature and talent. Scoring seven goals across four World Cup matches entering Saturday, the Norwegian player has been described as a machine. But if you ask some loyal new fans, he’s also a babygirl and princess.

Haaland has become a social media phenomenon, with his own posts and memes from others turning even soccer novices into diehard fans.

His domineering physical appearance coupled with his goofy online persona have contributed to the craze. Fans remark on his flowing blond mane, color-coordinated hair ties and playful posts like a Snapchat-filtered selfie in which he proclaimed Shrek his “twin.” The contrast between his strength and skill on the field and his softer, looser online presence has also subjected him to the “babygirl” treatment online. That term is used frequently by fans of endearing male celebrities or characters who come across as sensitive, caring or vulnerable.

Haaland is emblematic of a broader embrace of soccer players as pop culture figures, driven in large part by how they present themselves off the pitch.

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Updated: 4:16 PM CDT

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Lamine Yamal says France should fear Spain in their much-anticipated World Cup semifinal

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Lamine Yamal says France should fear Spain in their much-anticipated World Cup semifinal

Greg Beacham, The Associated Press 3 minute read Updated: Yesterday at 9:13 PM CDT

INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Lamine Yamal thinks France should be afraid of Spain with the European giants headed to a World Cup semifinal showdown on Tuesday.

“I believe if France has to fear anyone, it should be us, in my opinion," the teenage sensation told broadcast reporters after Spain beat Belgium 2-1 on Friday to secure its first semifinal berth since 2010. "We were the ones who knocked them out before.”

Spain beat France in the 2024 European Championship semifinals and again in Nations League play last year. Yamal became the youngest player to score in the continental competition.

The powerhouses meet again at the home stadium of the Dallas Cowboys next week for a spot in the final.

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Updated: Yesterday at 9:13 PM CDT

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Evelyn Badu leaps into the arms of her teammate at Stade Boréale. Badu had a hat trick last Saturday against the Vancouver Rise.

Around the NSL: Wild’s new bench boss; Badu hat trick; Maroons still mighty

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Around the NSL: Wild’s new bench boss; Badu hat trick; Maroons still mighty

Grace Anne Paizen 4 minute read Yesterday at 6:14 PM CDT

It was inevitable the Calgary Wild were going to replace Sinead McSharry. The club announced the hiring of Aussie Leah Blayney as head coach the day after dropping Sunday’s game 3-1 to Ottawa, with McSharry returning to her original role of assistant coach with the club.

In fairness to the Wild here, though, to only lose 3-1 to the Rapid — which has launched itself into team-to-beat status this season — in enemy territory isn’t that bad. Yes, a loss is a loss, but this time it wasn’t for lack of effort. Calgary came out of halftime with energy and Meggie Dougherty Howard cut Ottawa’s lead in half in the 65th minute. And the Rapid’s cushion was only padded two minutes into stoppage time by Jazmine Wilkinson.

It’s understandable something had to change, but with the regular season nearing its halfway mark, is this bench-boss changeup too little, too late?

Northern Super League superfans should find out Saturday when the club hosts the Vancouver Rise (6 p.m. CT, TSN+). But before we get to Week 12, here’s other storylines from Week 11.

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FIFA selling the field to be used for the World Cup final in $450 pieces

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FIFA selling the field to be used for the World Cup final in $450 pieces

The Associated Press 2 minute read Yesterday at 6:06 PM CDT

EAST RUTHERFORD, N,.J. (AP) — Even the field for the World Cup final is for sale.

FIFA, accused of charging high prices for this year's tournament in the United States, is selling the grass that will be used for the July 19 final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey at $450 per piece.

FIFA's store says each segment of turf is 17.5 by 17.5 by 17.5, although it doesn't specify whether that figure is inches, centimeters or millimeters. Soccer's governing body did not immediately respond to an email requesting detail of the dimensions.

“Own a genuine piece of football history with an authentic 2026 FIFA World Cup Piece of the pitch, permanently preserved in a premium acrylic with a USB keepsake,” the website says. “Each piece contains an original fragment of the iconic Final playing surface, making it a unique collectible that celebrates one of the world’s greatest sporting events.”

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It’s England against Norway in the World Cup quarterfinals, with all eyes on Erling Haaland

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It’s England against Norway in the World Cup quarterfinals, with all eyes on Erling Haaland

Tim Reynolds, The Associated Press 6 minute read Updated: Yesterday at 7:28 PM CDT

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Everyone knows that England's master plan coming into the World Cup quarterfinals on Saturday will revolve around stopping Norway striker Erling Haaland.

As they would say in Norway, “Lykke til.” Translated: Good luck.

“Has anyone ever stopped Erling Haaland?” England midfielder Morgan Rogers asked, probably only somewhat rhetorically. “I’m not sure they have, but we’re going to try. You’re going to have to try.”

Stopping Haaland — who has seven goals in this year's World Cup, one behind France's Kylian Mbappé and Argentina's Lionel Messi for the most at the tournament — will be the primary subplot of the Norway-England match at Hard Rock Stadium.

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Updated: Yesterday at 7:28 PM CDT

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Injured Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois leaves World Cup quarterfinal loss to Spain

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Injured Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois leaves World Cup quarterfinal loss to Spain

Greg Beacham, The Associated Press 3 minute read Updated: Yesterday at 6:04 PM CDT

INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois left his team's World Cup quarterfinal loss to Spain on Friday in the second half with an apparent injury.

Courtois was in tears on the Belgium sideline after he was replaced by Senne Lammens in the 71st minute of a 1-1 match. Spain went on to win 2-1 and reach the semifinals.

“You’re not happy when you have to leave a quarterfinal of a World Cup,” said Courtois, who made four saves before departing.

The longtime Real Madrid keeper went down to the grass with what appeared to be a thigh injury four minutes before his substitution, and he received treatment during the hydration break. Courtois said he felt a pain in his muscle on a long kick at the start of the second half.

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Updated: Yesterday at 6:04 PM CDT

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