Tesco To Shut 2,000 Stores Early If England Reach Final

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Tesco To Shut 2,000 Stores Early If England Reach Final

Tesco will close more than 2,000 Express stores across England at 7:30 p.m. on July 19 if England reach the World Cup final, letting staff get home or to the pub before the 8 p.m. kickoff. UK operations chief Kevin Tindall said the move recognizes how much the occasion would mean, with employees still paid for those hours.

By Nischay Rathore

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Paul Scholes Calls Argentina ‘Pussycats’ Before England Semi

Scholes turned up the heat before England’s World Cup semifinal against Argentina, mocking their hard-man image. Drawing on time with Juan Sebastian Veron, Carlos Tevez and Gabriel Heinze, he said Argentina players “play up to that” reputation but are “pussycats, really,” adding they act tough for the crowd with “Argentina, Argentina, f*ck off,” before Wednesday’s showdown.

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Ismail Elfath's Appointment as Referee for Argentina Semifinal Fuels England Media Debate

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Ismail Elfath's Appointment as Referee for Argentina Semifinal Fuels England Media Debate

FIFA’s appointment of American referee Ismail Elfath for Argentina’s World Cup semifinal against England has stirred English media reaction. Reports highlighted claims that Lionel Messi will have his “favorite referee,” with The Sun noting Elfath handled Messi’s most important moment. The debate grew because Messi’s Inter Miami reportedly won every match he officiated, including a cup final.

By Nischay Rathore

Mexico Canceled $6M Argentina Friendly Over Payment Concerns

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Mexico Canceled $6M Argentina Friendly Over Payment Concerns

Mexico reportedly pulled out of a proposed pre-World Cup friendly against Argentina worth $6 million after negotiations raised payment concerns. Talks broke down when the AFA allegedly asked for the fee to be split across three separate bank accounts. The Mexican federation viewed the arrangement as suspicious and ended discussions, according to Record Mexico, leaving the match off the calendar.

By Nischay Rathore

Didier Deschamps Questions FIFA's Referee Choice After France's Semifinal Exit

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Didier Deschamps Questions FIFA's Referee Choice After France's Semifinal Exit

Deschamps questioned FIFA’s choice of Ivan Barton after France’s 2-0 World Cup semifinal loss to Spain, asking whether he was “good enough” for that stage. He admitted France were “a step below technically,” but cited unfavorable calls, including Spain’s penalty. Luis de la Fuente called it an “excuse,” while Rodri also wanted more protection for Lamine Yamal.

By Nischay Rathore

Fabian Ruiz Extends Unbeaten Spain Record To 49 Games

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Fabian Ruiz Extends Unbeaten Spain Record To 49 Games

Ruiz started Spain’s 2-0 World Cup semifinal win over France before making way for Pedri in the 77th minute, extending his extraordinary unbeaten international run. Across 49 Spain appearances, the midfielder has never tasted defeat, with 34 wins and 15 draws. As La Roja march into the final, Ruiz’s record remains another remarkable good-luck marker for them.

By Nischay Rathore

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