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Canberra United ends its two-year funding crisis as a sports group officially takes over. The new owner plans to introduce a men's team in the 2028/29 season, building an integrated professional club. Previously, the team was on the brink of disbandment due to a sponsor withdrawal, barely staying afloat with local government support, and the captain had publicly criticized the situation.

NYCFC president Sims admits that AC Milan refuses to let Pulisic go, putting the transfer on hold. Pulisic's contract with Milan runs until 2027, but he performed poorly at the World Cup and is in a goal drought. Meanwhile, NYCFC's new home Etihad Park has been delayed to open in July 2027.

Argentine President Milei will not attend the World Cup final in person due to superstitious habits, choosing to watch from the official residence. He revealed that he has been wearing the same thick jacket to maintain the team's luck. Argentineans generally have a 'cabala' culture, and the president's absence from the final can be traced back to 1990 when Menem was believed to bring bad luck.

Premier League newcomers Coventry City have officially announced the signing of 22-year-old Swiss defender Aurele Amenda from Eintracht Frankfurt for a reported fee of £17 million. The player looks forward to growing under manager Frank Lampard and expressed his determination to help the team achieve success.

Messi says Argentina's 2-1 comeback win over England in the World Cup semifinal is a gift for late legend Maradona. He emphasizes the victory's significance for the Argentine people and the team's never-say-die spirit. Messi provided two assists and praises final opponents Spain.

Nigerian goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali lost his grandmother, father, and mother within five months, leading to an abrupt departure from Chippa United due to unbearable grief and psychological pressure. After seeking mental health support, he has returned to his former club. His agent revealed that the departure was to protect his mental health, and multiple offers were rejected. Now, with understanding and support, he is ready to restart his career.

Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1 in the World Cup semifinal, with Enzo Fernandez equalizing in the 86th minute and Lautaro Martinez scoring a stoppage-time header. Messi's performance received praise from American football stars, with several players calling him the greatest of all time. Argentina will face Spain on Sunday for the title, aiming to defend their championship.

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Tuchel confirms he will coach England until the 2028 home European Championship and defends his substitution strategy in the World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina. He denies that England has a 'genetic flaw,' emphasizing that football-related reasons caused the defeat. Captain Kane criticizes the team for being too conservative after taking the lead. The Three Lions will compete for honor in the third-place match against France.

Messi says beating England in the semifinals means the most to Argentine fans due to historical rivalry and emotional ties. He assisted twice in a 2-1 comeback win, with Fernandez equalizing and Martinez scoring a stoppage-time header, setting up a final against Spain. Players later displayed a political banner, sparking attention.

England lost 1-2 to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final, drawing criticism for conservative tactics after taking the lead. Tuchel's defensive retreat allowed Messi to thrive, reviving old wounds. Since 1998, England have failed to beat higher-ranked knockout opponents and have twice squandered leads. Tuchel admitted the side lacked energy and hunger, fearing elimination rather than chasing victory. The 62-year title drought continues.

England were knocked out of the World Cup semi-finals after a 2-1 comeback defeat to Argentina, extending their trophy drought to 60 years. Despite the disappointment, the FA has reaffirmed its backing for head coach Thomas Tuchel, whose contract runs until 2028. The team will face France in the third-place play-off on Saturday.

In the 2026 USA-Canada-Mexico World Cup semifinal, Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Gordon opened the scoring, Messi provided two assists, Enzo equalized with a world-class goal, and Lautaro scored a stoppage-time winner. Argentina advanced to the final for the second consecutive time and will face Spain on July 20 at 03:00 Beijing time.

Spain secured a commanding 2-0 victory over France in the World Cup semi-final, marking their third consecutive tournament knockout win against their rivals. Coach Luis de la Fuente proclaimed his team 'invincible,' as their unbeaten streak reached 37 matches, tying Italy's European record. Despite a shaky start in the group stage, Spain has been flawless in the knockout rounds, conceding just one goal, and now awaits the winner of Argentina vs. England in the New York final.

With the England vs. Argentina World Cup semifinal approaching, the UK has decided not to send additional police, leaving security enhancements to the Atlanta Police Department. The UK Football Policing Unit praised fans' model behavior and emphasized the efficiency of existing collaboration. The Atlanta Police Department has raised the citywide security level and deployed extra personnel. Concerns remain over mixed seating in the stadium.

World Cup semi-final: Spain 2-0 defeat France, Oyarzabal penalty opens scoring, Porro solo goal seals win, Saliba injured off. Spain return to final after 16 years, opponent will be between England and Argentina.

The starting lineups for the World Cup semifinal between France and Spain have been announced, with Kylian Mbappe leading France's attack and Lamine Yamal starting for Spain. The match kicks off at 3 AM Beijing time on July 15 in Dallas. Both teams boast deep benches featuring stars like N'Golo Kante and Pedri, setting the stage for a thrilling encounter.

The World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina will be officiated by American referee Elfath, who has handled three matches in this tournament showing six yellow cards and one red. Argentina has been involved in multiple refereeing and VAR controversies recently: Messi escaping a red card, Egypt complaining about VAR injustice, and a reversal in the quarterfinal, making this match's officiating highly scrutinized.

Liverpool's new boss Iraola admitted in his first press conference that the team still needs reinforcements, pointing out that after the departures of Salah, Robertson, and Konate, key positions are understaffed. The club has signed Yakai and Munoz but still needs to strengthen. He revealed that the club is actively working on deals and emphasized his desire for the team to play hard and passionately, building deep connections with the fans.

Before the France-Spain semifinal, Deschamps praises Spain's balanced attack and defense, avoids discussing his team's favorite status, and predicts a thrilling match. Data shows both teams have title-winning credentials, while Spain coach De la Fuente refuses to engage in the favorite debate. The semifinal kicks off Tuesday at 3 PM ET, with the winner advancing to face the England-Argentina winner in the final.