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Pegula powers past top seed Sabalenka to reach Berlin final, Noskova awaits

World number one Aryna Sabalenka's Wimbledon preparations suffered a setback after ⁠she was beaten by American Jessica Pegula 6-4, 6-7(4), 6-0 in the Berlin Open semi-finals.

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Four years after his breakthrough, can Cody Gakpo still be the leader for the Dutch?

A sensation at the 2022 World Cup, Cody Gakpo has gained experience and returns as the offensive leader for the Netherlands. However, doubts remain about his ability to truly deliver for Oranje.

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From Zlatan to Isak: How the Dutch Eredivisie created Sweden’s football monsters

Has the Eredivisie become the true breeding ground for Swedish football? For three decades, the best Blagult talents have moved to the Netherlands to learn the science of the game, tactical discipline, and a striker’s instinct. As the two countries meet this Saturday at the World Cup, let’s look back at a unique and historic pathway that stretches from Alexander Isak to Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s son.

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Norwegian Sivert Mannsverk completes permanent move from Ajax to Sparta Prague

Norwegian midfielder Sivert Mannsverk has completed a permanent move from Dutch giants Ajax to Czech giants Sparta Prague after having spent the 2025-26 season on loan in the Czech capital.

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How a tweak to World Cup rules gives Sweden the chance to top Group F tonight

Cruising past Tunisia meant Sweden got off to a brighter start at the 2026 FIFA World Cup compared to their next opponents, the Netherlands, though they still go into the meeting in Houston (20th June, 19:00 CEST) as underdogs against the side held by Japan earlier this week.

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South Africa's patchy record against teams from Asia as South Korea loom

Bafana Bafana face South Korea in a must-win World Cup Group A clash in Monterrey on Thursday with a patchy record, to say the least, against teams from the Asian confederation.

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Casemiro to join Messi at Inter Miami after Brazil international & MLS club reach agreement

Inter Miami have reached an agreement to sign Brazil midfielder Casemiro, according to Fabrizio Romano.

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Ismael Saibari reveals Morocco's target after victory over Scotland at World Cup

Morocco attacking midfielder Ismael Saibari has set the target of the North Africans winning every remaining match in the FIFA World Cup following their 1-0 victory against Scotland at Boston Stadium on Friday.

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Brazil legend Ronaldinho comes out of retirement aged 46 to join Serie C side Ravenna

Brazil and Barcelona legend Ronaldinho has signed with Italian Serie C side Ravenna as he steps out of retirement.

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World Cup LIVE: Japan thrash Tunisia in Group F after Curacao hold off Ecuador

The second round of group-stage action continues on Saturday, with the Netherlands, Germany and Japan among the sides taking to the field. As always, follow all the key moments from today's four games with our live tracker!

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Ai Ogura sets lap record to claim first MotoGP pole at Czech Grand Prix

Trackhouse Racing's Ai Ogura secured his maiden MotoGP pole at the Czech ⁠Grand Prix on Saturday, setting a new lap record at Brno in qualifying, while Marc Marquez finished ‌fifth fastest.

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Koeman says that he has forgiven Swedish striker for costly mistake fourteen years ago

Dutch national team coach Ronald Koeman says he has forgiven Swedish striker John Guidetti for making a crucial mistake which took part in costing Feyenoord the Dutch title 14 years ago when Koeman was in charge at the Rotterdam club.

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COLUMN: Ricardo Costa on the impressive tactics of the underdogs at the World Cup

The first round of the 2026 World Cup has already ended, and the second round is well underway. Ricardo Costa, former Portuguese international and now coach, shares his insights with Flashscore, highlighting the standout moments from the matches taking place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

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Alfaro insists Paraguay no underdogs after World Cup turnaround against Turkey

Paraguay coach Gustavo Alfaro hailed the fighting ⁠spirit of his players after Friday's 1-0 World Cup win over Turkey and said his team should ‌never have to feel like underdogs.

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'Everybody's crying': Goalless Turkey crash out of World Cup in shock exit

Turkey arrived at their first World Cup in 24 years with great expectations ⁠and a host of rising stars but crashed out goalless and in tears after another shocking failure to convert against Paraguay.

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EXCLUSIVE: Keith Hackett on refereeing performances in the opening games of World Cup

With 104 matches across three countries, the 2026 World Cup is the most demanding tournament in history. Flashscore sat down with former Premier League official and refereeing authority Keith Hackett to get his observations and views on the officials and their decision-making during the first few games of the tournament.

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This is serious: Seattle creates atmosphere to dream as USA roll on at World Cup

The stereotype of soccer in the USA is that it is a sideshow to ‘America’s sports’ - on Friday it took centre stage.

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World Cup highlights: Brazil earn first win as co-hosts USA secure spot in knockouts

The ninth day of the tournament saw wins for the USA, Morocco, Brazil, and Paraguay, with the five-time champions finally breaking through against a weak Haiti side. The result for hosts USA secured their place in the next round with a game to spare. Morocco and Paraguay picked up their first wins, while Turkey and Haiti will play the final round just to fulfil the schedule.

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Galarza goal the difference as 10-man Paraguay hold on to eliminate Turkey

Paraguay scored a very early goal in their FIFA World Cup (WC) Group D game against Turkey, prevailing 1-0 in the San Francisco Bay Area despite playing the second half with 10 men.

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'A great bitterness': Tunisia left to lament the loss of Ayari to Sweden

When Yasin Ayari scored two spectacular goals in Sweden's emphatic opening World Cup victory, it left a bitter taste in Tunisia, the country he could have represented.

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Ancelotti teases Neymar appearance against Scotland in crucial clash

After Brazil defeated Haiti 3-0 in their second Group C ⁠match on Friday, manager Carlo Ancelotti said he expected Neymar to be available for their group stage finale against ‌Scotland on Wednesday.

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Almiron becomes first player at World Cup to be dismissed for covering mouth

Paraguay's Miguel Almiron made unwanted history during his side's Group D game with Turkey, after being sent off for covering his mouth 'in a confrontational manner' whilst talking to Turkey's Mert Muldur.

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'Beer is essential to life': German fans tested by World Cup refreshment prices

For German fans trying to practice Sparsamkeit, or the art of careful spending, at ⁠the World Cup, the high beer prices in Toronto are proving a challenge.

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Vinicius Jr and Matheus Cunha on scoresheet as Brazil breeze past Haiti

Brazil have lift-off in their bid to win a sixth FIFA World Cup (WC) after they maintained their 100% record against Haiti with a comfortable 3-0 victory, sending them to the top of Group C and eliminating Les Grenadiers in the process.