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Ferran Torres gives Spain a 1-0 World Cup final win over Argentina

Spain are world champions after beating Argentina 1-0 following extra time in New Jersey. Ferran Torres scored the only goal in the 106th minute. His goal ended Argentina’s title defence and gave Spain their second men’s World Cup. Torres began the final on the bench and entered during the second half. The forward then converted […]

Jul 21, 2026
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Central Coast Mariners sign Alex Bolton on a scholarship deal

Central Coast Mariners have signed left-footed midfielder Alex Bolton on a scholarship deal. The Australian youth international arrives after periods with AIK and Perth Glory’s youth programme. He joins the Mariners before their Australia Cup campaign. Bolton returns to Australia after time in Sweden Bolton’s recent development included a spell with Swedish club AIK. Before […]

Jul 21, 2026
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Abby Erceg joins Auckland FC Women’s Invitational team

Abby Erceg is the first confirmed player in Auckland FC’s Women’s Invitational team. The temporary side will face Chelsea Women at Eden Park. Erceg brings extensive international and championship experience to the local selection. Erceg returns with deep international experience Erceg is one of New Zealand’s most experienced internationals. She also held the captaincy through […]

Jul 21, 2026
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Sydney FC give Ethan Dyer his first professional contract

Sydney FC have given central defender Ethan Dyer his first professional contract. The academy graduate joins the senior squad after progressing through the club’s youth system. He was also selected for the Australia Cup trip to Bayswater City. Four academy seasons lead to a senior contract Dyer entered Sydney FC’s academy from Sutherland Sharks and […]

Jul 21, 2026
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Spain lead the first FIFA ranking after the 2026 World Cup

Spain lead the first men’s world ranking issued after the World Cup. Argentina are second and France remain third. England stay next, while Brazil and Morocco complete the leading group. Spain move above Argentina after the World Cup Spain entered the previous list behind Argentina. Their World Cup run produced the strongest rise near the […]

Jul 21, 2026
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Champions League third qualifying round draw sets ten ties

The Champions League third qualifying draw set the next routes in both paths. Many places still belong to unresolved pairings. Each pairing has one home match and one away match on consecutive midweeks. Champions-path winners learn their next route Thun or GNK Dinamo will face KI Klaksvik or Kauno Zalgiris. Mjallby or Lincoln Red Imps […]

Jul 21, 2026