Jude Bellingham Says England Fans Should Not Panic Despite Draw Against Ghana

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Jude Bellingham Says England Fans Should Not Panic Despite Draw Against Ghana

Bellingham admitted the 0-0 draw was "very frustrating", but insisted there was no need to be negative. "No worries, no stress, no drama, stay positive. Not end of world," said the Real Madrid star, who won the Superior Player of the Match award. England sits top of Group L with Ghana on four points, ahead of Croatia's game against Panama.

By Ankit Sharma

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Wayne Rooney Feels Ghana Should Have Been Awarded A Penalty Against England

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Wayne Rooney Feels Ghana Should Have Been Awarded A Penalty Against England

England looked largely secure at the back but had a scare when, in the 79th minute, Ezri Konsa leapt into a challenge on Prince Kwabena Adu. Ghana's loud appeals were denied, and per Rooney, wrongfully so. "I think that's a penalty. His feet are off the floor when he comes flying in, and he gets the man, not the ball."

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Egypt Midfielder's Goal Clocks 76.7 MPH Ball Speed, World Cup's Fastest Goal Strike So Far

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Ronaldo Reveals How He Used Himself as Decoy in Nuno Mendes' Free Kick Goal

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Ronaldo Reveals How He Used Himself as Decoy in Nuno Mendes' Free Kick Goal

Cristiano Ronaldo said he planned to take Portugal’s second free kick against Uzbekistan, then used his stance as a decoy. “I told them to trick the goalkeeper and for Nuno to shoot hard,” he said. Nuno Mendes curled in the 17th-minute left-footer, doubling Portugal’s lead. Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal demolished the Uzbek defense with a 5-0 Group K victory.

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Jordan Leaves World Cup With Gifts and Thank-You Letter for Organizers

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Jordan Leaves World Cup With Gifts and Thank-You Letter for Organizers

Jordan left its first World Cup without a knockout place, but with a graceful farewell gesture. Before departing, the delegation gave organizers keychains, traditional sweets and a thank-you letter, saying, “Thank you for making Jordan’s first experience in a World Cup truly unforgettable.” Jordan lost their World Cup opener against Austria 3-1 before a 1-2 loss against Algeria.

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England Have Failed to Win Both Opening Group Games at Eight of Last Nine Tournaments

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England Have Failed to Win Both Opening Group Games at Eight of Last Nine Tournaments

The 0-0 draw against Ghana means the 2018 World Cup remains the only major tournament since EURO 2008 where England won both their opening games. In the 2018 edition, England recorded wins over Tunisia and Panama before losing their final group game against Belgium. Thomas Tuchel's side needs a draw against Panama to ensure qualification for the knockouts.

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