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England edged Norway 2-1 after extra time in the World Cup 2026 quarter-finals in Miami, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice (including a second after Nyland’s error) while Elliot Anderson starred in midfield; the match report rates every player from both sides and notes Haaland’s injury withdrawal along with key contributions from Gordon and Kane.
Ahead of Norway's quarter-final, Haaland says a win is unlikely and urges reporters to put pressure on England, while noting it's odd facing his Manchester City teammates John Stones and Marc Guehi.
France and Morocco meet in Boston for the 2026 World Cup quarter-final, with Opta’s live stats centre providing team and player data; France remain unbeaten in six previous meetings with Morocco, Mbappé leads their 2026 tournament stats, and Deschamps has equalled the World Cup managerial appearance record as Morocco aim to extend their strong World Cup-opening form.
Norway star Erling Haaland says England are among World Cup favourites and urges the press to pile on pressure ahead of their Miami quarter-final, as Norway reach the last eight for the first time since 1998 after beating Ivory Coast and Brazil; Haaland has a 14-game scoring streak, including a brace against Brazil, and will meet England in the quarter-finals.
Sweden took an early lead against England in the Women's Euros quarter-final with a goal from Kosovare Asllani after a mistake by England. The match is tense and closely contested, with live updates and commentary available.
Jannik Sinner, the top seed, faces 10th seed Ben Shelton in the Wimbledon quarter-finals amid uncertainties about Sinner's health due to an elbow injury, with predictions favoring Sinner to win in four sets if fit, as both players aim for their semi-final spots.
Flavio Cobolli reached his first Wimbledon quarter-final after defeating Marin Cilic, joking with the crowd and expressing pride and emotion about his achievement, which marks a significant milestone in his tennis career.
The article provides live updates on the Palmeiras vs Chelsea quarter-final match in the Club World Cup, including team lineups, key events, and background information on the teams and players, highlighting Chelsea's off-field issues and the historical context of the tournament.
Chelsea and Palmeiras face off in the Club World Cup quarter-finals, with Chelsea's team led by Enzo Maresca and including returning star Nicolas Jackson, while Palmeiras's lineup features Weverton and Roque. Chelsea aims to advance to the semi-finals against Fluminense, after overcoming Benfica in the previous round, with key players like Reece James and Romeo Lavia preparing for the match.
Monterrey has filed a formal complaint with CONCACAF following an incident involving Lionel Messi and their assistant manager after their 1-2 win against Inter Miami in the CONCACAF Champions League quarter-final. The altercation reportedly occurred in the tunnel after the match, with Monterrey's assistant manager claiming that Messi and Tata Martino confronted the refereeing team in a hostile manner. Monterrey hopes that CONCACAF will take appropriate action, and the two teams are set to face each other again in the second leg of the quarter-final.
Nigeria defeated Angola 1-0 in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final, with Ademola Lookman scoring the only goal. Nigeria's solid defense secured their spot in the semi-finals for the 16th time. Despite Angola's efforts, they were unable to find the back of the net, leading to Nigeria's victory.
Mali defeated Burkina Faso 2-1 in the Africa Cup of Nations last 16 match, securing a spot in the quarter-finals for the first time in over a decade. Despite a late penalty goal by Burkina Faso, Mali's lead from an early own goal and a second goal in the second half proved to be enough. Mali will face Ivory Coast in the quarter-finals, while Burkina Faso's tournament journey comes to an end.
Carlos Alcaraz is knocked out of the Australian Open after a four-set defeat to Alexander Zverev in the quarter-finals. Zverev's win marks a significant triumph following his recovery from a brutal ankle injury, while Alcaraz, the reigning Wimbledon champion, has quickly risen as a star in the sport. Despite his disappointment with his performance, Alcaraz acknowledges the positives of reaching the quarter-finals. Zverev's victory sets up an unlikely journey to the semi-finals amid an upcoming trial on a domestic abuse charge.
Chelsea and Newcastle United face off in the Carabao Cup quarter-final. Callum Wilson scores the only goal of the match so far, giving Newcastle a 1-0 lead. Chelsea dominate possession but struggle to find the back of the net. Two other quarter-final matches are also taking place: Everton vs Fulham and Port Vale vs Middlesbrough.
Milan and Napoli face off in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final match. Milan defeated Napoli 4-0 in their last meeting, but Napoli is on the verge of domestic history and will be seeking revenge. Milan reached the last four in 2006-07 and is looking to make a comeback under Stefano Pioli. The absence of Victor Osimhen will be a challenge for Napoli, but Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has been a standout player this season. The match promises to be a fun and fiery encounter.