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Aguirre returns for third stint as Mexico head coach

Sports Desk July 23, 2024

Mexico have appointed Javier Aguirre as their head coach for a third time after Jaime Lozano was sacked in the wake of their disappointing Copa America campaign. Mexico finished third…

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Mexico dismiss Lozano after early Copa America exit

Sports Desk July 17, 2024

Mexico have dismissed head coach Jaime Lozano following an underwhelming Copa America campaign. Mexico finished third in Group B, scoring just once in the group stage as they finished with…

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Chelsea launch disciplinary proceedings against Fernandez

Sports Desk July 17, 2024

Chelsea have launched an internal disciplinary procedure following Enzo Fernandez's social media video which the French Football Federation (FFF) said included an alleged racist chant. Fernandez, who posted the video…

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Copa America 2024 tops and flops: James has still got it, Martinez decisive, Brazil flounder

Sports Desk July 15, 2024

Argentina are Copa America champions once again. They were the pre-tournament favourites according to Opta's supercomputer, and they lived up to the billing in the United States, retaining their title…

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Scaloni commends 'greatest player in history' Messi's Argentina commitment in Copa final

Sports Desk July 15, 2024

Lionel Scaloni lauded Lionel Messi's commitment to Argentina despite being forced to withdraw from their Copa America success against Colombia. Messi was substituted for the first time at the tournament…

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Scaloni pleased to see Di Maria get fairytale ending as Argentina retain Copa America

Sports Desk July 15, 2024

Lionel Scaloni compared Angel Di Maria's Argentina send-off to a movie as the winger produced one of his finest performances in Sunday's Copa America final. Di Maria had already announced…

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Martinez hungry for more Argentina success after Copa America triumph

Sports Desk July 15, 2024

Emilano Martinez remains hungry to win more titles with Argentina having secured his third trophy in as many years at the 2024 Copa America. Martinez kept his fifth clean sheet…

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'It didn't seem like a final' – Romero and Scaloni shaken up by Copa America chaos

Sports Desk July 15, 2024

Cristian Romero said Argentina's Copa America showdown with Colombia "didn't seem like a final" due to the chaotic scenes outside the ground in Miami. Fans without tickets flooded the turnstiles…

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Colombia 'just getting started' says Lorenzo following Copa final defeat

Sports Desk July 15, 2024

Nestor Lorenzo has said his Colombia team are "just getting started" following their 1-0 defeat to Argentina in the Copa America final on Sunday. Colombia's 28-game unbeaten run came to…

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James scoops Copa America best player award as Martinez seals Golden Boot

Sports Desk July 15, 2024

James Rodriguez and Lautaro Martinez scooped the top awards at the 2024 Copa America following Argentina's 1-0 win over Colombia at the Hard Rock Stadium. Martinez's extra-time strike secured Argentina's…

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Martinez rises from the chaos and leads Argentina to Copa America glory

Sports Desk July 15, 2024

This was not the potential Copa America farewell that Lionel Messi had dreamed of. With a little over an hour played in Miami, where he is tearing through MLS sides…

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Di Maria dreamed of Copa America success in final Argentina outing

Sports Desk July 15, 2024

Angel Di Maria said he had dreamed of calling time on his international career with a trophy as Argentina beat Colombia in the Copa America final on Sunday. Lautaro Martinez's…

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Argentina 1-0 Colombia (aet): Lautaro Martinez's extra-time strike seals Copa America crown

Sports Desk July 14, 2024

Lautaro Martinez struck an extra-time winner as Argentina edged out Colombia 1-0 to win their second successive Copa America title, despite losing Lionel Messi to injury. The Inter forward climbed…

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Copa America final delayed after ticketless fans breach security

Sports Desk July 14, 2024

The 2024 Copa America final was delayed by 30 minutes after supporters without tickets breached security outside the Hard Rock Stadium. Footage circulated on social media showing fans breaking through…

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Canada showed 'incredible potential' on Copa America debut, says proud Marsch

Sports Desk July 14, 2024

Jessie Marsch says Canada showed "incredible potential" by finishing fourth at the Copa America, even if he believes they threw a bronze medal away against Uruguay. Ismael Kone and Jonathan…

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Injury fears behind Messi ahead of Copa America final

Sports Desk July 14, 2024

Lionel Messi has warned Argentina's Copa America final opponents Colombia the injury worries that hampered him earlier in the tournament are now firmly behind him. Messi is looking to lead…

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Lorenzo bemused as Copa America organisers plan Shakira half-time show

Sports Desk July 14, 2024

Colombia boss Nestor Lorenzo has hit out at the decision to have an extended half-time break during Sunday's Copa America final to facilitate a performance by Shakira. Colombia will go…

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Bielsa grateful for time with Suarez as Uruguay great contemplates future

Sports Desk July 14, 2024

Marcelo Bielsa has expressed gratitude for the chance to manage Luis Suarez, who is yet to make a decision on his Uruguay future after they finished third at the Copa…

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Scaloni wants Di Maria to 'retire in the best possible way' in Copa America final

Sports Desk July 13, 2024

Lionel Scaloni hopes Angel Di Maria can retire from international duty "in the best possible way", but did not reveal whether he will start Argentina's Copa America final showdown with …

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Canada 2-2 Uruguay (3-4 pens): La Celeste snatch third place after Davies' failed Panenka

Sports Desk July 13, 2024

Alphonso Davies' failed Panenka attempt proved decisive as Uruguay edged out Canada in the Copa America third-place play-off on penalties, following a 2-2 draw in Charlotte. Luis Suarez's stoppage-time equaliser…

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'We need to be the best Colombia to beat Argentina' in Copa America final, Lorenzo acknowledges

Sports Desk July 13, 2024

Nestor Lorenzo acknowledged Colombia must be "the best version" of themselves if they are to beat Argentina in Sunday's Copa America final. Los Cafeteros are preparing for their first appearance…

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Messi hopes Di Maria signs off with 'another goal' in Copa America final

Sports Desk July 13, 2024

Lionel Messi hopes team-mate Angel Di Maria can sign off with "another goal" when Argentina face Colombia in Sunday's Copa America final. Di Maria announced in November that the tournament…

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Canada's Marsch denies USA links with 'no interest' after Berhalter dismissal

Sports Desk July 13, 2024

Jesse Marsch rubbished links to the United States men's national team, insisting his commitment remains with Canada. The former Leeds United manager is preparing Canada for their third-place play-off at…

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'We've been treated like second-class citizens' - Marsch slams unprofessional Copa America

Sports Desk July 12, 2024

Jesse Marsch feels Canada have been "treated like second-class citizens" as he took aim at Copa America officials, claiming "this tournament has not been professional". The Canucks will bring their…

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Bielsa defends Uruguay players after clashes with Colombia fans: 'This is a witch hunt'

Sports Desk July 12, 2024

Marcelo Bielsa vehemently defended Uruguay's players after they clashed with Colombia fans following their Copa America semi-final defeat. La Celeste's hopes of landing a record-breaking 16th title were ended by…

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The Numbers Game: Messi set for triumphant Argentina send-off in Miami?

Sports Desk July 12, 2024

The stage is set for what could be Lionel Messi's international swansong, as Argentina face Colombia in Sunday's Copa America final in the forward's new home of Miami. The Hard…

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Canada v Uruguay: Marsch hopes Copa America campaign 'inspires the nation'

Sports Desk July 12, 2024

Jesse Marsch hopes Canada's memorable Copa America debut changes the trajectory of football in the country, as they look to cap their campaign with a bronze medal against Uruguay. Canada's…

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Suarez slams 'ugly' Colombia celebrations as violence mars Uruguay defeat

Sports Desk July 11, 2024

Uruguay striker Luis Suarez slammed Colombia for their "ugly" celebrations following Wednesday's Copa America semi-final, which saw players' families caught up in crowd violence. Colombia advanced to their third Copa…

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Uruguay players clash with fans after Copa America defeat to Colombia

Sports Desk July 11, 2024

Uruguay players clashed with fans in the stands after their Copa America semi-final defeat to Colombia, with captain Jose Gimenez describing the situation as a "disaster". Marcelo Bielsa's team were…

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'To beat Bielsa, you must walk many miles' – Lorenzo hails Colombia spirit after Copa win

Sports Desk July 11, 2024

Nestor Lorenzo hailed Colombia's spirit after they survived Daniel Munoz's red card to beat Uruguay at the Copa America, saying overcoming Marcelo Bielsa made the victory more special. Colombia will…

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Bielsa takes responsibility for Uruguay's Copa America exit

Sports Desk July 11, 2024

Marcelo Bielsa believes he is to blame for Uruguay's Copa America exit, claiming Colombia's Nestor Lorenzo showed himself to be the superior coach in Wednesday's semi-final. Having eliminated Brazil in…

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Uruguay 0-1 Colombia: Dogged Cafeteros dig in to reach Copa America final

Sports Desk July 10, 2024

Ten-man Colombia held firm as they edged past Uruguay 1-0 to book their place in the Copa America final. The in-form team looked up to their usual tricks as Jefferson…

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Berhalter sacked as USA head coach after early Copa America exit

Sports Desk July 10, 2024

Gregg Berhalter has been relieved of his duties as the USA head coach following their early Copa America exit on home soil. The USA got off to a promising start…

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Scaloni hopes to 'convince' Di Maria to reverse Argentina retirement call

Sports Desk July 10, 2024

Lionel Scaloni has not ruled out trying to "convince" Angel Di María to reverse his Argentina retirement decision after the 2024 Copa America. The 36-year-old announced in November that the…

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'Proud' Marsch sets sights on 2026 World Cup after deep Copa run

Sports Desk July 10, 2024

Jesse Marsch is "very proud" of what his Canada players achieved in the 2024 Copa America as their tournament ended with defeat to Argentina. The competition debutants finished second to…

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Messi enjoying 'last battles' as Argentina reach Copa America final

Sports Desk July 10, 2024

Lionel Messi wants to continue enjoying his football with Argentina while he can after helping his nation reach another Copa America final. The Inter Miami forward netted early in the…

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Lorenzo not mentioning unbeaten streak heading into Copa America clash with Uruguay

Sports Desk July 09, 2024

Nestor Lorenzo is relishing Colombia's upcoming battle with Uruguay for a place in the Copa America final this Sunday. Colombia extended their unbeaten run to 27 matches following a 5-0…

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Argentina 2-0 Canada: Alvarez and Messi send La Albiceleste to Copa final

Sports Desk July 09, 2024

Julian Alvarez and Lionel Messi secured Argentina's passage to the Copa America final following a 2-0 victory over Canada at the MetLife Stadium. The defending champions weathered an early storm…

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Uruguay have no 'plan B' to stop Colombia attack, says Bielsa

Sports Desk July 09, 2024

Marcelo Bielsa said Uruguay have no "plan B" in their attempts to stop Colombia's attacking talents ahead of their Copa America semi-final on Wednesday. Uruguay come into the contest at …

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Uruguay defender Araujo out of Copa America after quarter-final injury

Sports Desk July 09, 2024

Ronald Araujo will miss Uruguay's Copa America semi-final against Colombia and the rest of the tournament due to a hamstring injury. The Barcelona centre-back sustained the muscle issue before the…

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Brazil's Copa America capitulation: Did Vinicius flop and does Dorival deserve time?

Sports Desk July 09, 2024

Where did it all go wrong for Brazil at the Copa America? The Selecao went into the tournament as the second favourites, with the Opta supercomputer rating their chances of…

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Uruguay v Colombia: Lorenzo eyeing Copa America glory

Sports Desk July 09, 2024

Nestor Lorenzo says Colombia will not be satisfied unless they win the Copa America, with Uruguay next up for them in the semi-final. Los Cafeteros are the in-form team at…

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Marsch eager to show off Canada's growth in Copa America semi-final

Sports Desk July 09, 2024

Jesse Marsch is keen to show off Canada's growth as they bid to reach the Copa America final by beating Argentina on Tuesday. Canada were the lowest-ranked side in Group…

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Scaloni: Messi is fit to play Copa America semi-final

Sports Desk July 09, 2024

Despite injury concerns, Lionel Scaloni is adamant that Lionel Messi is fit to play in their Copa America semi-final against Canada. The Argentina captain sustained a hamstring injury in their…

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Paraguay dismiss Garnero after dismal Copa America campaign

Sports Desk July 08, 2024

Paraguay have dismissed head coach Daniel Garnero after less than a year in charge following their woeful Copa America campaign. The Paraguayan Football Association (APF) announced the decision on Monday,…

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Argentina v Canada: Marsch says Copa underdogs need greatest performance yet

Sports Desk July 08, 2024

Canada must produce the performance of their lives to have any chance of upsetting holders Argentina to reach the Copa America final, acknowledges Jesse Marsch. Marsch's team will face the…

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Copa America exit a 'learning experience' for Panama, says Christiansen

Sports Desk July 07, 2024

Thomas Christiansen believes Panama's exit from the Copa America will prove to be a "learning experience" for his players following their defeat to Colombia. Panama had no answers to a…

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'I want to be the best player at the Copa America' – Colombia's James has sights set on glory

Sports Desk July 07, 2024

James Rodriguez wants to be the Copa America's standout player, and is going some way to being just that. Colombia reached the semi-finals with a thumping 5-0 defeat of Panama…

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Dorival Junior urges patience with Brazil's rebuild after Copa America exit

Sports Desk July 07, 2024

Dorival Junior has asked for time to complete his revamp of the Brazil national team after the Selecao's Copa America exit. Brazil, nine-time Copa America champions, lost 4-2 on penalties…

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Uruguay 0-0 Brazil (4-2 pens): Selecao crash out of Copa America on spot-kicks

Sports Desk July 06, 2024

Brazil were dumped out of the Copa America by 10-man Uruguay, who survived Nahitan Nandez's red card to win on penalties after a bad-tempered, goalless quarter-final. Marcelo Bielsa's team played…

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Colombia 5-0 Panama: Rodriguez stars as La Tricolor coast into Copa America semi-finals

Sports Desk July 06, 2024

James Rodriguez stole the show with a goal and two assists as Colombia breezed into the Copa America semi-finals after brushing Panama aside with a 5-0 thrashing on Saturday. Colombia…

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'The flame is dying out' - Suarez recognises retirement is drawing closer

Sports Desk July 06, 2024

Luis Suarez admitted that "the flame is dying out" as he edges towards the end of his career. Suarez is currently at the Copa America with Uruguay, who topped their…

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Copa America exit 'part of the process' for Batista's Venezuela

Sports Desk July 06, 2024

Venezuela head coach Fernando Batista has branded their Copa America quarter-final exit as "part of the process" after losing on penalties to Canada. La Vinotinto enjoyed a perfect group stage,…

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Marsch praises Canada's desire and commitment after booking Copa America semi-final spot

Sports Desk July 06, 2024

Jesse Marsch has praised Canada for their "willingness" during a "fast learning curve" after they booked a place in the Copa America semi-final. Les Rouges earned a 4-3 penalty shootout…

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Colombia taking nothing for granted ahead of Panama tie

Sports Desk July 06, 2024

James Rodriguez says Colombia are not getting ahead of themselves as they prepare to take on minnows Panama in the Copa America quarter-finals. Panama shocked the hosts United States in…

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'We don't want to stop' - Christiansen eyeing more history with Panama

Sports Desk July 06, 2024

Thomas Christiansen believes Panama can rise to the occasion when they face Colombia in the Copa America quarter-finals on Saturday. Panama are competing in the tournament for the second time,…

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Bielsa aiming for front-foot approach against Brazil

Sports Desk July 06, 2024

Marcelo Bielsa has urged Uruguay to go out on the front foot when they face Brazil in the Copa America quarter-final on Saturday. Uruguay topped Group C after winning all…

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Venezuela 1-1 Canada (aet, 3-4 pens): Kone penalty heroics earn Marsch landmark win in Copa classic

Sports Desk July 05, 2024

Ismael Kone sent Canada to their first Copa America semi-final as they overcame Venezuela 4-3 in a penalty shootout to edge a classic encounter. Jacob Shaffelburg opened the scoring for…

'This could be Endrick's moment' - Brazil boss Dorival confirms teenager will replace suspended Vinicius

Sports Desk July 05, 2024

Dorival Junior confirmed Endrick will earn his first start for Brazil ahead of their Copa America quarter-final with Uruguay. Endrick will replace future Real Madrid team-mate Vinicius Junior after the…

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Uruguay v Brazil: Aguero backs Bielsa's team as only ones capable of stopping Argentina

Sports Desk July 05, 2024

Marcelo Bielsa's Uruguay are the only team capable of stopping Argentina from defending their Copa America crown, so says Sergio Aguero. First, though, Uruguay will have to overcome nine-time Copa…

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Messi 'trained with fear' ahead of Argentina's Copa America clash with Ecuador

Sports Desk July 05, 2024

Lionel Messi was fearful ahead of his return to action for Argentina at the Copa America. Messi sat out Argentina's win over Peru in the group stage, but despite Lionel…

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