Mohamed Salah Leads Egypt’s Starting XI Against New Zealand

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Mohamed Salah Leads Egypt’s Starting XI Against New Zealand

Egypt are fielding a 4-2-3-1 formation against New Zealand, with Shobeir in goal behind Hany, Ibrahim, Fathy and Fotouh. Attia and Lasheen anchor midfield, while Ashour, Salah and Ziko support Marmoush up front. New Zealand are also set up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with captain Chris Wood leading the attack as the lone striker.

By Nischay Rathore

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Cabo Verde Stun Uruguay With Historic Fightback Draw

Cabo Verde absorbed Uruguay’s second-half pressure and still stole a historic 2-2 draw after trailing 2-1 at halftime. Kevin Pina’s 30-yard free kick delivered their first World Cup goal before Uruguay flipped it through Araújo and Canobbio. In the 61st minute, Varela punished Olivera’s no-look pass, pinched it off Muslera and tapped into an empty net to seal history.

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Australia’s Jackson Irvine Has No Problem With FIFA’s Controversial Red Card Rule

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Australia’s Jackson Irvine Has No Problem With FIFA’s Controversial Red Card Rule

Irvine has backed FIFA's decision to send players off for covering their mouths when they speak. Paraguay's Miguel Almiron was sent off against Turkiye for the same. "It’s safe to say that if you can’t be seen saying it, then it shouldn’t be said," Irvine said, pointing to past incidents against Vinicius Jr. to put across the point.

By Ankit Sharma

Lionel Messi Could Get One Last Barcelona Shirt Moment Before Retirement

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Lionel Messi Could Get One Last Barcelona Shirt Moment Before Retirement

Inter Miami are reportedly in talks to face Barcelona in the Joan Gamper Trophy, creating a potential farewell cameo for Messi. The plan being discussed would see him feature in the match, possibly playing one half for each club if agreed. Nothing is finalized, but the fixture would give Barça fans a symbolic goodbye before retirement.

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Gianni Infantino Cools 64-Team World Cup Push Amid Growing Opposition

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Gianni Infantino Cools 64-Team World Cup Push Amid Growing Opposition

CONMEBOL’s push for a 64-team World Cup is losing momentum, with FIFA president Infantino reportedly cautious about expanding beyond the already enlarged 48-team format. UEFA remains firmly opposed, while AFC officials are said to hold major doubts, leaving the proposal with shrinking support. The idea now looks increasingly distant despite South America’s bid for a bigger global tournament stage.

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Uruguay Flip Cabo Verde’s Dream Start Before Halftime

Cabo Verde’s historic opener lasted only 22 minutes before Uruguay hit back and flipped the match 2-1 before halftime. Araújo equalized in the 43rd minute, diving onto a rebound after Bentancur’s header hit the post. In stoppage time, Ugarte’s cross found Araújo, who headed down for Canobbio to tap in the go-ahead goal after Pina’s 30-yard free kick.

By Nischay Rathore

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