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Sydney hosts first talent camp for Afghan women's refugee team

FIFA is hopeful that players from the trials can take part in approved friendlies later this year, thereby returning Afghan women's soccer to the international stage

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Former India player Jamil named national football coach

Jamil has been preferred over England's Stephen Constantine and Stefan Tarkovic of Slovakia

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FIFA World Cup draw in Vegas on December 5: reports

In all, 12 groups of four nations will be drawn

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Trials for AFC Under-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers begin in Multan

Pakistan’s experienced coaches including Gohar Zaman, Mohammad Habib, Mehmood Khan and Jaffar Khan are supervising the trials ahead of head coach Nolberto Solano's arrival

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England's Lionesses return to heroes' welcome after Euro 2025 glory

An open-top bus parade will follow on Tuesday, culminating in a celebration in front of Buckingham Palace

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Kelly the hero as England sink Spain in shootout to win Euro 2025

It was another spectacular turnaround from Wiegman's side, who came back from two goals down to beat Sweden in a shootout in the last eight and beat Italy in the semis with another extra-time goal from Kelly

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Neymar says he felt offended, explaining confrontation with Santos fan

The former Barcelona and Paris St Germain player has had a torrid time since returning: sidelined with injury, sent off for a handball and suffering COVID-19

Chicharito regrets 'confusion or discomfort' caused after fine for sexist remarks
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Chicharito regrets 'confusion or discomfort' caused after fine for sexist remarks

Hernandez posted videos over the weekend in which he called on women to "let themselves be guided by a man" and accused women of "eradicating masculinity"

Two soccer players hugging and celebrating in red-and-yellow jerseys.
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Bonmati cracks German code to send Spain into Euro 2025 final

In the middle, Patri Guijarro and Alexia Putellas circulated the ball, keeping it moving from side to side, but it was Bonmati that the Spaniards turned to for inspiration

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Barca cancel Japan pre-season friendly citing contractual breaches

The LaLiga champions were scheduled to play Japanese side Vissel Kobe on Sunday, and to play South Korea's FC Seoul on July 31 and Daegu FC on August 4

Man in a polo shirt at FIFA World Cup Russia 2018.
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Nolberto Solano replaces Stephen Constantine as Pakistan football coach

The 50-year-old Solano is a legendary figure in football, having represented Peru in 95 international matches between 1994 and 2009, scoring 20 goals

Man in red Manchester United jersey standing in a red tunnel, smiling.
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Childhood fan Mbeumo joins Man Utd re-build

Mbeumo, 25, will reportedly cost the 20-time Premier League champions an initial $87 million having scored 20 goals in 38 league games last season for the Bees

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Racism has increased in women's football as the game has grown, says Bronze

"We're obviously open to critics - that's why we love the sport - but we're not open to abuse. Especially in women's football, the online abuse seems to be getting worse and worse”

Soccer team officials standing together, wearing ID lanyards at a match.
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Arnold confident his experience can help make Iraq's World Cup dream come true

Former Australia boss Arnold will be attempting to steer Iraq to the World Cup for the second time after they made their debut at Mexico 1986

No ceiling for Yamal as he follows Messi's footsteps
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No ceiling for Yamal as he follows Messi's footsteps

Despite his age, Yamal has made over 100 appearances for the club, scoring 25 goals, and winning two La Liga titles since his debut at 15 in 2023

Soccer player dribbling past a defending opponent on a grassy field during a match.
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Saudi Arabia to meet Iraq, Indonesia as Qatar take on UAE, Oman in World Cup qualifiers

Asia has been granted eight guaranteed berths at the finals. A possible ninth berth is available to the winner of November's match-up via an intercontinental playoff in March

Soccer player celebrates a goal on field as teammates run to join in.
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Emotion, unity and drive help Italy end 28-year wait to reach Euro semis

It is the first time since 1997 that Italy had reached the semi-finals at a European Championship

Soccer players shake hands on the field at UEFA Women's Euro, large banner in background.
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Spain the stars as Women's Euro 2025 heads into knockouts

England and Sweden are on the other side of the knockout draw from Spain, who will Germany or France in the semi-finals if La Roja get past the Swiss

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Chelsea boss Maresca hails 'great triumph' in winning Club World Cup

Enzo Maresca told his players to take it to PSG and they responded with three first-half goals

Two soccer players embrace on the field at MetLife Stadium.
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PSG crush Real Madrid 4-0 to reach Club World Cup final

Real Madrid's tactical gamble fails against European champions