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• White House BACKS Argentina players in row over Falklands banner after World Cup semi-final win over England18 July 2026, 4:28 am
  The Argentinians sparked a feud with political figures in England by displaying a sign which read 'The Malvinas are Argentine,' using the country's term for the South Atlantic islands.
  
• Trump takes swipe at World Cup fans over Folarin Balogun drama as he tells Gianni Infantino he won't get credit for 'great decision'18 July 2026, 4:27 am
  Donald Trump has taken aim at critics of Gianni Infantino after FIFA sparked outrage at the World Cup by suspending the ban of USA striker Balogun following a call from the White House.
  
• Lionel Messi speaks out on 'crazy' Lamine Yamal baby photo as Argentina icon makes appearance in New York two days out from World Cup final18 July 2026, 4:27 am
  Argentina's victory over England set up a mouthwatering showdown between the world champions and Spain in Sunday's final, which pits Messi against the potential heir to his throne.
  
• FIFA makes decision on World Cup final venue after crisis talks with White House officials over Canada wildfire smoke18 July 2026, 4:12 am
  Spain is due to face Argentina on Sunday afternoon and there have been warnings that the combination of heat and poor air quality poses a threat to both players and fans.
  
• Christos Tzolis to Arsenal unpacked: The problem insiders insist the Greece star will solve, the similarities with Leandro Trossard, how he caused havoc in Belgium and what it means for Gunners' forward hunt18 July 2026, 1:03 am
  Rewind to September 2021. Norwich's record-signing Christos Tzolis arrived at the Emirates to face an Arsenal team bottom of the Premier League table on zero points.
  
• David Beckham is BOOED on stage in New York after failing to pick a winner between Argentina and Spain ahead of World Cup final clash18 July 2026, 12:43 am
  The former England captain has been a near-ever-present at the tournament in North America, and made headlines as he cheered on his country's win over Norway with wife Victoria.
  
• Nepo babies are now taking over the world of elite sport. They have the athletic good looks, the multi-millions... but do they have the talent?18 July 2026, 12:01 am
  Being a highly marketable, photogenic student athlete and the child of a superstar sports figure is proving that the sports field - never level in the first place - is now extremely slanted indeed.
  
• 'It's the middle of the goal!': Jude Bellingham left fuming with Jordan Pickford over Argentina's equaliser in World Cup nightmare - as Lionel Messi discovers England star's penalty 'cheat sheet'17 July 2026, 11:14 pm
  Jude Bellingham appeared to be frustrated with Jordan Pickford over Argentina's equaliser during England's abject World Cup exit.
  
• Expert lip reader reveals what really happened between THAT World Cup couple caught on camera... after tense exchange went viral17 July 2026, 11:14 pm
  Lip readers believe they have uncovered what was said in a viral video of a South African couple arguing during a match at the World Cup.
  
• Now DONALD TRUMP slams Thomas Tuchel's 'unusual' tactics: US President bizarrely takes aim at England boss for playing 'great guy' Harry Kane 'in defence'17 July 2026, 11:10 pm
  Trump has taken centre stage on more than one occasion this World Cup, none more famously than when he intervened to have Folarin Balogun's red card suspended via a chat with Gianni Infantino.
  
• France star Ibrahima Konate brands World Cup third-place play-off against England 'the game no one wants to play'17 July 2026, 10:49 pm
  The two nations will go head-to-head at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium at 8pm tomorrow after losing their respective semi-finals.
  
• Expert reveals the impact Canadian wildfire smoke will have on World Cup final... as White House officials meet FIFA for crisis talks in New York17 July 2026, 10:30 pm
  The crisis talks follow several days of heavy pollution across the Northeast, leaving many wondering if MetLife Stadium will remain safe enough to host Sunday's final.
  
• Man United target Ederson signs new Atalanta deal after £38m move collapsed, Tottenham tell Newcastle their asking price for Lucas Bergvall and Aston Villa sign £59m Johan Manzambi: WINDOW WATCH17 July 2026, 10:12 pm
  The transfer window is now open until September 1 and it's sure to be a busy period with clubs looking to make big signings ahead of next season. Here are today's latest developments...
  
• World Cup winners to receive Super Bowl-style RINGS for the first time - and you can get your hands on one for an eye-watering £110,000 in yet another FIFA cash grab17 July 2026, 9:40 pm
  FIFA revealed on Friday that it has manufactured 'bespoke championship rings', 30 of which will be presented to either the Spanish or Argentinian squads on Sunday night.
  
• Taking your foot off the gas, lads? England stars including Jude Bellingham gorge on BBQ FOOD at a petrol station ahead of third-place play-off17 July 2026, 8:54 pm
  The team and manager Thomas Tuchel have received backlash for their approach after going ahead against Argentina, with some defensive moves resulting in them conceding twice.