Luis Suárez: ‘It’s a pleasure to watch Lionel Messi play’ after World Cup goals

June 23, 2026
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Kylian Mbappé not thinking about Golden Boot race: ‘I’ve always scored goals in the World Cup’June 23, 2026
Kylian Mbappé has said he is not thinking about the World Cup Golden Boot race after he scored twice in France’s 3-0 win over Iraq on Monday to take his goal tally for the tournament to four. The forward, who was speaking at a news conference after the match, is joint-second in the standings, one… Read more: Kylian Mbappé not thinking about Golden Boot race: ‘I’ve always scored goals in the World Cup’
Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar don’t ‘need to prove anything to anyone’ – João CanceloJune 23, 2026
Portugal defender João Cancelo says neither Cristiano Ronaldo nor Neymar deserve the criticism they are receiving at this World Cup. Ronaldo, 41, came under fire in the media after a lacklustrE performance in Portugal’s first game, a 1-1 draw with Congo DR. Neymar, 34, has not played for Brazil in their first two games due… Read more: Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar don’t ‘need to prove anything to anyone’ – João Cancelo
Luis Suárez: ‘It’s a pleasure to watch Lionel Messi play’ after World Cup goalsJune 23, 2026
Erling Haaland, Norway join ‘viral’ Viking Row after winJune 23, 2026
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — Norway dispatched Senegal 3-2 in New Jersey on Monday in their second World Cup game, booking their ticket for the knockout stages, and their players knew exactly how to celebrate: With the “Viking Row.” Norway fans have been performing the chant — for the first time at this World Cup —… Read more: Erling Haaland, Norway join ‘viral’ Viking Row after win
Portugal ‘more united’ than ever, says Roberto MartinezJune 23, 2026
Roberto Martínez said his Portugal team are “united” and “stronger” ahead of their crucial World Cup game with Uzbekistan in Houston on Tuesday, after facing criticism for their opening 1-1 draw with Congo DR. Portugal’s star-studded squad put them among the pre-tournament favourites, but last week’s result increased the pressure on Martínez’s side, with a… Read more: Portugal ‘more united’ than ever, says Roberto Martinez
England’s Declan Rice: Harry Kane’s World Cup form is ‘inevitable’June 23, 2026
FOXBOROUGH, Mass — Declan Rice has paid a glowing tribute to Harry Kane by describing his tournament form as “inevitable” and added that he will proudly tell his children one day that he played alongside the England captain. Kane scored twice in last week’s 4-2 win over Croatia to tie Gary Lineker as England’s all-time… Read more: England’s Declan Rice: Harry Kane’s World Cup form is ‘inevitable’
England’s Thomas Tuchel criticises hydration breaks, ‘change identity’ of gamesJune 23, 2026
FOXBOROUGH, Mass — .Thomas Tuchel has said hydration breaks “change the identity” of World Cup matches and take away a “characteristic of the beautiful game.” At this year’s World Cup, all 104 games are due to be stopped once for three minutes in each half regardless of the weather or if the stadium is air-conditioned.… Read more: England’s Thomas Tuchel criticises hydration breaks, ‘change identity’ of games
England coach Tuchel wary of disturbing ‘the music’ at World CupJune 23, 2026
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Thomas Tuchel said his plan to ensure England’s attacking players continue to thrive at the World Cup is to “not disturb the music” when they take on Ghana. The Three Lions beat Croatia 4-2 in Dallas in an impressive start to their Group L campaign as Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and substitute… Read more: England coach Tuchel wary of disturbing ‘the music’ at World Cup
Lionel Messi ‘angry’ about penalty miss before brace, sealing World Cup goalscoring recordJune 23, 2026
Lionel Messi said he was “very angry” when he missed an early penalty in Argentina‘s 2-0 win over Austria, before scoring a superb brace to become the all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup history . After being sent to the spot by VAR in Dallas, Messi fluffed a poor effort which rolled wide — which… Read more: Lionel Messi ‘angry’ about penalty miss before brace, sealing World Cup goalscoring record
Ex-Packer Freeman: Alex goal for USMNT made Father’s DayJune 23, 2026
IRVINE, Calif. — Antonio Freeman has had his own incredible Seattle moments. But the former Green Bay Packers receiver said watching his son, Alex, score for the United States in a World Cup game on Friday was “10,000 times better” and kicked off “the best Father’s Day weekend ever.” Speaking to ESPN at the U.S.… Read more: Ex-Packer Freeman: Alex goal for USMNT made Father’s Day

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