Saudi Arabia 0 vs 1 Mexico. FIFA World Cup Group C LIVE match stream

GOAL ALERT: Saudi Arabia 0-2 Mexico

Mexico add a second!! Closing in on Poland in Group C...

It's a stunner direct free kick from Chavez. He's been watching Marcus Rashford highlights today, clearly.

Mexico need a four goal swing to go through.

World Cup: Saudi Arabia vs Mexico LIVE!

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GOAL! Saudi Arabia 0-1 Mexico (Martin, 47)

HERE WE GO!

Montes flicks the ball on at the near post from an in-swinging corner and Martin is there at the back post to side-foot home. 

They deserve that lead. 

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1m ago21:08

Saudi Arabia 0-0 Mexico

46: Another fast start from MExico as Chavez's long-ranger is parried by Al Owais. And now they have a corner...

Saudi Arabia 0-0 Mexico

24: Al Hassan goes into the book for cynically taking down Chavez. Mexico have an opportunity to swing the ball into the area.

CORNER! The initial free-kick is cleared away but the second phase leads to another set piece.

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4m ago20:31

Saudi Arabia 0-0 Mexico
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"You couldn't possibly say this game isn't entertaining but it has the feel of a game that needs a goal to really kick it into life. This has the makings of a World Cup classic but the fuse still needs to be lit." 

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7m ago20:28

Saudi Arabia 0-0 Mexico

27: ANOTHER MEXICO CHANCE!

Lozano whips in a wonderful cross from the right and it's met by a DIVING HEADER from Pineda which deflects off a Saudi Arabia defender and away from danger.

Saudi Arabia are struggling and now Al Shehri goes into the book for using too much of his arms in an aerial dual. 

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9m ago20:26

Saudi Arabia 0-0 Mexico

25: CHANCE! The ball breaks for Mexico's Pineda in the area, but Al Amri and Tambakti throw themselves at the shot, which takes the sting out of it and Al Owais is able to get down and hold the ball.

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10m ago20:24

Saudi Arabia 0-0 Mexico

25: As things stand, Poland and Argentina are going through.



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11m ago20:24

Saudi Arabia 0-0 Mexico

23: Mexico stay patient in possession which eventually leads to another long-range volley from Chavez. This time it's on target but easy for Al Owais to gather.

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15m ago20:20

Saudi Arabia 0-0 Mexico

20: Mexico have been on top so far. Remember, they must win to have any chance of qualifying.



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15m ago20:20

Saudi Arabia 0-0 Mexico

Sky Sports' Jack Wilkinson:

"It was always going to be difficult for both of these sides to maintain the lightning start they got off too. Things are more measured now, as both side probe for a chink in their opponents' armour."

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18m ago20:17

Saudi Arabia 0-0 Mexico

15: YELLOW! Alvarez goes into the book for chopping down Tambakti. That was an old-school 'reducer' and the defender is still on the deck.

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22m ago20:13

Saudi Arabia 0-0 Mexico

12:  FREE KICK SAUDI ARABIA! 

Now then, here we go. Make yourself a hero. 

Saudi Arabia have a free-kick just left from centre, 25 yards out. In other words, Beckham territory. It's Al Dawsari to take...

OVER! Over the wall but over the bar. A good effort, it just didn't come back down in time.

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26m ago20:09

Saudi Arabia 0-0 Mexico

8: OVER!

This game is frantic to say the least! Saudi Arabia come forward now, the first time they've done so this evening, and Kanno volleys over from inside the area. 

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26m ago20:09

Saudi Arabia 0-0 Mexico

Sky Sports' Jack Wilkinson:

"That's two sights of the Saudi Arabia goal for Mexico inside the opening seven minutes. Goalkeeper Al Owais was up to the task to deny Vega but hesitancy on that occasion nearly let in Martin."



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27m ago20:08

Saudi Arabia 0-0 Mexico

7: CHANCE! 

Gallardo whips in a wonderful low ball from the left and Martin throws himself at it, but Al Owais parries it away before the striker can get there.

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28m ago20:07

Saudi Arabia 0-0 Mexico

6: Saudi Arabia's key man Al Dawsaei is on the deck and receiving treatment. He went up to challenge for a high ball, but there was no obvious problem. The forward did take a bit of a heavy landing.

He's back up on his feet now and play is going to continue.

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31m ago20:04

Saudi Arabia 0-0 Mexico

3: HUGE SAVE!

Al Owais storms off his line to brilliantly block Vega's shot. The Mexico striker was through on goal after being slipped in. A massive moment.



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33m ago20:02

Saudi Arabia 0-0 Mexico

2: Ooooooo. An early effort from Chavez whistles past the post. It was a difficult first-time volley to control from 25 yards. That's done little to silence this atmosphere - what a noise!

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35m ago20:00

Saudi Arabia 0-0 Mexico

KICK OFF!

1: And we're underway at Lusail Iconic Stadium, scene of where Saudi Arabia pulled off their great shock over Argentina. Can they make more history tonight? Let's see!

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36m ago19:59

Team news reminder...

Saudi Arabia: Al-Owais, Tambakti, Al-Amri, Al-Bulayhi, Al-Ghanam, Al-Hassan, Kanno, Abdulhamid, Al-Buraikan, Al-Shehri, Salem Al-Dawsari. 

Subs: Madu, Otayf, Al-Naji, Al-Abed, Bahbri, Al-Aboud, Al-Aqidi, Nasser Al-Dawsari, Asiri, Sharahili, Al-Rubaie. 

Mexico: Ochoa, Sanchez, Montes, Moreno, Gallardo, Edson Alvarez, Chavez, Lozano, Pineda, Vega, Martin. 

Subs: Talavera, Araujo, Vasquez, Arteaga, Romo, Rodriguez, Jimenez, Funes Mori, Cota, Gutierrez, Herrera, Guardado, Antuna, Alvarado, Kevin Alvarez. 



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37m ago19:58

Group C permutations

LIVE MATCH STREAM AUSTRALIA 0 vs 0 DENMARK FIFA WORLD CUP GROUP D

GOAL! Australia 1-0 Denmark (Leckie, 60)

On the counter Australia score!

That changes everything!

Australia broke forward and after latching on to a through ball, Leckie found himself one v one with the defender, he takes him on, averts another challenge and slots it into the corner.

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8m ago

17:18

Australia 0-0 Denmark

Double change here as Denmark throw caution to the wind by bringing on Dolberg and Damsgard for Braithwaite and Jensen.

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9m ago

17:17

Australia 0-0 Denmark

58: Denmark win a free-kick near the corner flag after Lindstrom is fouled. Degenek goes into the book. The free-kick is swung across the face of goal but does not trouble Ryan.

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17:16

GOAL ALERT! Tunisia 1-0 France

Incredible! Wahbi Khazri might just have sent Tunisia through to the knockout stages of the World Cup!

The ex-Sunderland man seizes on the ball after France lose the ball through Youssouf Fofana and he makes a 40-yard run before rolling the ball into the bottom right corner!

France almost stood and watched him do it!

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12m ago

HT | We're level after a hard-fought first 45. 

Half Time: Australia 0-0 Denmark

Teams: Braithwaite returns as Danes make three changes | Degenek in for Australia  

Australia 0-0 Denmark

Sky Sports' Jack Wilkinson:

"Christian Eriksen is really starting to pull the strings in midfield. The space and increasing influence he is having should concern Australia. They respond with their longest spell of possession which just halts the mounting Danish momentum." 

 Denmark Team News

Denmark: Schmeichel, Andersen, Maehle, Christensen, Jensen, Braithwaite, Eriksen, Skov Olsen, Kristensen, Hojbjerg, Lindstrom  

Australia Team News

Australia: Ryan, Degenek, Rowles, Souttar, Behich, Mooy, McGree, Irvine, Leckie, Duke, Goodwin 

This game is winner-takes-all match-up effectively, with Denmark knowing they must beat Australia to reach the knockout stages. 

Australia have only made it to the knockout stages once before, back in 2006, and a win guarantees their passage through to he latter stages. 

IRAN 0 VS 1 USA LIVE MATCH STREAM

Iran 0-1 USA

78: SUBS! Time for more changes as Wright replaces the injured Sargent, while Ansarifard comes on for Gholizadeh for Iran.

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1m ago21:40

Iran 0-1 USA

77: YELLOW! Hosseini gets cautioned for taking out Aaronson on halfway as the sub looked to break.

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2m ago21:39

Iran 0-1 USA

76: After lengthy treatment for Sargent, the game caries on...

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4m ago21:37

Iran 0-1 USA

74: This is the best I've seen Sargent play. His running power and hold up play has been superb. He wins a free kick down the left. But he stays down. Looks an ankle problem. 

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5m ago21:35

Iran 0-1 USA

Sky Sports' Richard Morgan:

"While the US appear in total control in this second half, they do know that one goal will see their World Cup dreams end...

"I think we are in for a tense finale here in Doha folks."

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9m ago21:32

Iran 0-1 USA

69: FREE KICK! Musah pulls rank over a dangerous opportunity from about 25 yards. He takes an age as the tension grows but he skies a poor effort off target. That's the first thing he's done wrong all night.

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11m ago21:30

Iran 0-1 USA

Rashford has scored his second of the game as England lead Wales 3-0 and this is how the group now looks

Iran 0-1 USA

65: CHANCE! USA are so open and Iran almost find the leveller. An attack down the right sees the ball fizzed in. Taremi slides in and catches Ream. The ball then finds Ghoddos about 12 yards out but he whips the effort wide. Wouldn't have counted. The referee had blown for a foul.

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14m ago21:27

Iran 0-1 USA

63: Robinson challenges with Rezaeian and accidentally rakes his studs down the back of the Iranian. There is a scream from the player but the referee isn't interested. 

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17m ago21:23

Iran 0-1 USA

60: Despite being on the brink of qualification, there is no parking of the bus from USA. They are throwing men forward still. It's a brave tactic. They want a second goal.

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24m ago21:17

Iran 0-1 USA

Sky Sports' Richard Morgan:

"That was Iran's first attempt on goal in the match and it has taken them 52 minutes, but you just sense a slight turn in the tide in this second half, with Carlos Queiroz's side looking far more dangerous as they go in search of the goal that will send them through to the last 16.

 GOAL ALERT! Iran 0-1 USA (Pulisic, 38)

THERE IS THE BREAKTHROUGH!!

The full-backs have been so involved for USA and that's where this goal comes from. Dest charges beyond his marker in the box and heads a quality ball into the six-yard box. Pulisic charges in from close range to bundle the ball home. 

Worrying signs though - he has taken a knock colliding with the goalkeeper. He didn't even celebrate.

Netherlands 2 vs 0 Qatar. FIFA World Cup Group A Live match stream

Netherlands 2-0 Qatar

FT: Netherlands didn't need to get out of second gear and go through to the last-16 of the World Cup as Group A winners. 

They now have a four-day break before their knockout journey begins against the Group B runners-up. 

Qatar go out of the World Cup with three games, three defeats, one goal and zero points.

GOAL! Netherlands 2-0 Qatar (De Jong, 49)

That could be as good as job done for Netherlands.

Klaasen's cross is headed into the path of Depay at the back stick. His effort is well saved by Barsham from close range, but he can't stop the ball falling into the path of Frenkie de Jong, who has an empty net to find himself from just a couple of yards.

Netherlands 1-0 Qatar

HT: Depay drags a long-range shot wide and there goes the whistle. The Netherlands have the lead and are currently coasting into top spot.

Qatar, however, have shown some decent touches and could easily have scored in this opening period. 

It's not quite home and dry yet for Louis van Gaal's side. But it's pretty close.

GOAL! Netherlands 1-0 Qatar (Gakpo, 26)

THREE IN THREE!

Beautiful move from the Dutch. If there is one aspect about them to be feared, it's the form of Cody Gakpo.

It's a great team move involving Gakpo, Depay and Klaassen. The former is released by the latter and suddenly he's charging towards the Qatar goal.

Gakpo takes one look and fires the ball into the far corner for his third goal in three games. Qatar's brave resistance is broken.

 Just two changes from Netherlands

Louis van Gaal has made just two changes from the Netherlands side that drew 1-1 with Ecuador on Friday.

Teun Koopmeiners and Steven Bergwijn drop to the bench, with Marten De Roon and Memphis Depay starting in their places. 

Qatar, meanwhile, make just one change from the side dispatched 3-1 by Senegal. Karim Boudiaf drops to the bench with Abdulaziz Hatem starting instead.

Qatar team news

Team to play Netherlands: Barsham; Mohammad. Miguel, Khouki, Hassan, Ahmed; Madibo, Hatem, Al-Haydos; Ali, Afif

Netherlands team news

Team to play Qatar: Noppert, Dumfries, Van Dijk, Timber, Blind, Ake; De Roon, Klaassen, De Jong; Gakpo, Depay

Liverpool sale latest as 12 potential buyers assessed amid £3.5bn FSG boost

 Liverpool sale latest including first FSG quotes, potential buyers, others who are ruled out, asking price and more details

A number of names have been discussed as potential buyers of Liverpool, with some seemingly more realistic than others. FSG, who have been at the helm at Anfield for the past 12 years, have expanded their search for investment, something they tasked major American banks Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley to lead on last year, to welcome expressions of interest around a full sale of the club.

FSG's move has now been followed by the Glazer family at Manchester United, who themselves have stated that they are on the lookout for investment but also open to giving up their controlling stake in the Old Trafford side.

With two of world sport's most iconic teams up for sale at the same time it has understandably sparked much interest, with plenty of names with deep pockets linked to the Reds over the past fortnight, from US investment funds, to Indian billionaires, to sovereign wealth funds.

PSG HAND LIVERPOOL AND FSG £3.5BN BOOST

PSG chief Al-Khelaifi told the Financial Times that the 15 per cent stake that was being made available for purchase was based on a valuation of the club at €4bn (£3.5bn), a figure that would place it higher that what Liverpool were deemed to be seeking.

That comes despite PSG playing in a smaller market league with far smaller media rights, not owning their own stadium and having a balance sheet that saw them lose £320m in their most recent financial year, not helped by carrying the burden of a wage bill that includes the likes of Kylian Mbappe, Neymar Jr and Lionel Messi. PSG revenues also were far short of what Liverpool are expected to post, the Reds likely to see revenues of £600m against a profit of around £70m when their accounts are published in early 2023, while PSG saw revenues of £480m for their most recent financials.

With PSG providing their own clear valuation of what they feel they are worth, FSG may be emboldened to hold out for more from any would-be suitor given how much more they have to offer for the price

LIVE MATCH STREAM World Cup: Portugal 2 vs 0 Uruguay Group H

Full Time Portugal 2 vs 0 Uruguay 

Bruno Fernandes scored twice to send Portugal through to the knockout stages from Group H with a game to spare after beating Uruguay 2-0.

Cristiano Ronaldo thought he had scored a second-half header although the striker did not get a touch to Fernandes' cross which ended up in the net.

GOAL! Portugal 2-0 Uruguay (Fernandes pen, 90+3)

With Ronaldo off the pitch, penalty duties are undertaken by the Man Utd man. No issues at all. Sends the goalkeeper the wrong way.

His second of the game, although this one is definitely his!

Portugal are in the last 16 with a game to spare.

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6m ago21:49

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

90: PENALTY TO PORTUGAL!! Very unfortunate on Gimenez there. He slid in, the ball went under him and his outstretched arm blocked the ball just inside the area. He knew nothing about it. 

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6m ago21:48

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

89: PENALTY APPEAL...VAR has spotted a handball incident involving Fernandes and Gimenez. 

The referee is coming over to the screen!!

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8m ago21:47

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

89: Good play from Portugal to push Uruguay deep into their half. Fernandes wins his team a corner.

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10m ago21:45

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

87: SHOT! Valverde receives the free kick short and smacks an effort from 25 yards that flies off target. He's been very subdued. 

Portugal edging closer to the last 16.

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11m ago21:44

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

86: SUB! One last change for Uruguay. Olivera off. Vina on.

Pellistri wins a foul down the right. Chance to get the big boys up...

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

78: BIG CHANCE FOR SUAREZ!!

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21:33

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

75: OFF THE POST!! Gomes hits the frame of the goal! Great play from the subs. Pellistri creates havoc with a mazy run and slides one to Gomes on the edge of the box. He hits it early which catches the goalkeeper out but the ball bounces back off the post. Life in this game still.

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3m ago

21:32

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

Sky Sports’ Adam Bate:

“Suarez on. Pepe and his pals standing firm. The South American side will still need to beat Ghana even if they equalise but they will feel rather better about their chances if they have scored a goal in the tournament prior to that final match.”

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3m ago

21:31

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

74: SUB! Nunez and Cavani - both poor - depart. Suarez and Gomes are on.

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5m ago

21:29

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

71: This game is getting stretched. Ronaldo think he's fouled on the edge of the area up one end before Uruguay counter with their two subs. Pellistri sends in a good ball but Nunez doesn't anticipate it. Pepe clears. 

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8m ago

21:27

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

69: SUB! Pace required now for Portugal. Leao is on for Neves. 

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10m ago

21:25

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

66: Signs of life from Uruguay. A defeat wouldn't knock them out but even if they beat Ghana in the last game it might not be enough for qualification. A goal would put it in their hands.

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11m ago

21:24

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

Sky Sports News' Melissa Reddy:

"They gave the goal to Bruno here in the stadium. It did not look like Ronaldo got a touch on it despite his celebrations!"

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13m ago

21:22

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

64: Risky from Costa. He takes a bit too long to clear his lines and Valverde is on him to make the block. It loops away from danger.

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14m ago

21:21

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

Sky Sports’ Adam Bate:

“Very little sign of a touch by Ronaldo. Keep watching it back. Maybe a hair? Great run though and it is fair to say he is claiming it!” 

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14m ago

21:21

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

62: SUBS! Godin and Vecino depart. Pellistri and De Arrascaeta are on. It's an attacking change. Suarez remains on the bench though.

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16m ago

21:18

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

60: Did Ronaldo touch it? The stadium announcer gave the goal to Fernandes, who delivered the cross...

FIFA have officially awarded the goal to Fernandes

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

64: Risky from Costa. He takes a bit too long to clear his lines and Valverde is on him to make the block. It loops away from danger.

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2m ago21:21

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay

Sky Sports’ Adam Bate:

“Very little sign of a touch by Ronaldo. Keep watching it back. Maybe a hair? Great run though and it is fair to say he is claiming it!” 

Portugal 1-0 Uruguay
62: SUBS! Godin and Vecino depart. Pellistri and De Arrascaeta are on. It's an attacking change. Suarez remains on the bench though.

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3m ago
21:18
Portugal 1-0 Uruguay
60: Did Ronaldo touch it? The stadium announcer gave the goal to Fernandes, who delivered the cross...

FIFA have officially awarded the goal to Fernandes.

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5m ago
21:17
Portugal 1-0 Uruguay
58: CHANCE! Uruguay have to now come out and play a bit. Nunez runs down the channel and sends in a decent ball for Cavani to hit first time from 15 yards but it's a snatched effort. Wide it goes.

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6m ago
21:16
Portugal 1-0 Uruguay
57: Looking at the replay, did Ronaldo even get a touch? Of course he'll be claiming it but Fernandes may just get credited with that.

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10m ago
21:12
GOAL! Portugal 1-0 Uruguay (Ronaldo, 54)
OF COURSE! IT HAD TO BE HIM...

Portugal work the ball to Fernandes who wastes no time in looking for his former teammate. He gets the run on Godin but is being played onside by Varela. Once in front of goal he has the quality to head into the far corner.

You just can't keep him out of the headlines. 

Portugal 0-0 Uruguay

HT: It's been bitty, scrappy and full of fouls. Just what we expected then. Portugal have had the ball, Uruguay have had the best chance. Bentancur's dazzling run sent him through one-on-one but his finish didn't match the scintillating approach play. 

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7m ago20:45

Portugal 0-0 Uruguay

45: Three minutes added on. 

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8m ago20:44

Portugal 0-0 Uruguay

44: YELLOW! The stop-start nature continues. Fernandes tries to take a quick free kick and Oliveira blatantly blocks it about two yards away.

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11m ago20:42

Portugal 0-0 Uruguay

41: INJURY! Mendes has gone down and looks pretty devastated. He knows he can't go on. He is in tears as he walks off. 

SUB! Guerriero is on.

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14m ago20:38

Portugal 0-0 Uruguay

39: YELLOW! Varela skips inside about 30 yards out and Neves makes a cynical challenge. Into the book he goes. And Uruguay have a chance to load the box. 

Nothing materialises from the subsequent delivery. 

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15m ago20:38

Portugal 0-0 Uruguay

38: CHANCE!! Cancelo drifts a clever ball to the back post where Ronaldo has peeled away. His first touch sets up the opportunity but he can't quite swing a leg at it to beat Rochet. 

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15m ago20:37

Portugal 0-0 Uruguay

Sky Sports’ Adam Bate:

“Bentancur is sauntering his way through this Portugal midfield at the moment. For all the possession of the opposition, Uruguay’s belief that they can keep them out and create at the other end seems justified."

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17m ago20:36

Portugal 0-0 Uruguay

37: Uruguay look a threat when appearing in the final third. Bentancur sets another attack down the left but the final cross is skewed behind.

 Fernando Santos makes three changes to the Portugal side that beat Ghana. In comes Pepe – yes, this should be fun – for his 130th cap. The old boy is 39 years and 275 days old.

William Carvalho is the other change.

Cavani in, Suarez replaced

The man who ended Portugal’s World Cup in 2018, Edinson Cavani, has been selected ahead of Luis Suarez to lead the Uruguay line. There’s a Liverpool and Manchester United feels to the other two changes with Guillermo Varela and Sebastian Coates also coming in – both formerly of the Premier League duo. 

Uruguay team news

Team to play Portugal: Rochet, Gimenez, Godin, Coates, Oliveira, Varela, Vecino, Bentancur, Valverde, Nunez, Cavani

Portugal team news

Team to play Uruguay: Costa, Cancelo, Pepe, Dias, Mendes, Neves, Carvalho, Fernandes, Silva, Felix, Ronaldo

LIVE MATCH STREAM Brazil 1 vs 0 Switzerland. FIFA World Cup Group G.

Brazil 1-0 Switzerland

FULL TIME! It's all over at Stadium 974, where Brazil have qualified for the last-16 of the World Cup with a late win.

Casemiro scored the decisive goal in the 83rd minute, after Vinicius Jnr had seen his cool finish chalked off for offside.

Stay tuned for a full report and reaction!

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28m ago18:51

Brazil 1-0 Switzerland

90+4: BLOCK! Monster block from Akanji to deny Rodrygo scoring a second late on!

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28m ago18:50

Brazil 1-0 Switzerland

90+3: Last ditch defending from Akanji sees Brazil's two-vs-one broken down at the last second.

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31m ago18:47

Brazil 1-0 Switzerland

90+1: We're into the first of a minimum of SIX added minutes here...

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32m ago18:46

Brazil 1-0 Switzerland

89: Alex Telles floats a free-kick over everyone in the box, with Sommer able to come from his line to claim. Disappointing from someone usually reliable from set-pieces.

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35m ago18:44

Brazil 1-0 Switzerland

87: SAVE! Good hands from Sommer tip Rodrygo's shot over the bar. Brazil are trying for a killer second now.

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36m ago18:43

Brazil 1-0 Switzerland

86: SUBS! Alex Sandro is replaced by Alex Telles for Brazil, with Widmer replaced by Frei for the Swiss.

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36m ago18:42

Brazil 1-0 Switzerland

86: In case you didn't know, if the score stays as it is, Brazil will qualify for the last-16 when the final whistle goes here at Stadium 974...

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37m ago18:42

Brazil 1-0 Switzerland

Sky Sports' Peter Smith:

"Brazil can celebrate again - and this time it stands! They're on their way to the last-16.

"It's a cracking move which finally does it, with Rodrygo flicking through Vinicius' pass inside for Casemiro to slam home with the help of a glancing deflection off Akanji. 

"It's a real blow for Switzerland who were just minutes away from a big result."

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39m ago18:40

GOAL! Brazil 1-0 Switzerland (Casemiro, 83)

And that one WILL count!

Brazil finally take the lead as a neat flick to Casemiro sets the Manchester United midfielder up to hit a gorgeous volley into the back of the net.

Unstoppable.

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40m ago18:38

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

81: SAVE! The initial corner is punched clear, with Bruno Guimaraes rushing onto the scene to direct a long-range header straight into Sommer's hands.

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41m ago18:38

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

81: Antony makes headway down the left and then pulls the ball back to Casemiro, whose off-balance shot is diverted behind for a corner.

We said earlier on Vinicius could well be the player to step up and make the difference and he looked like he had done just that. 

"But Richarlison - who darted back into the centre circle to beat Akanji to the ball and put Switzerland in trouble had come from an offside position.

"A frustrating moment for Vinicius and Brazil. The right call, but they will need to gather themselves to go again."

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

66: NO GOAL! Incredible. Ivan Barton puts his finger to his ear to communicate with his colleagues and then gasps follow when he signals to chalk the goal off and restart play on halfway!

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9m ago

18:21

GOAL! Brazil 1-0 Switzerland (Vinicius Jnr, 64)

No Neymar, no problem!

Vinicius Jnr collects the ball out on the left, skips on, rides the challenge of Elvedi and finishes as cool as you like!

Hang on... VAR are checking this one for offside.

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10m ago

18:19

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

62: Casemiro floats the ball over in search of Richarlison, with Sommer off his line to claim.

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13m ago

18:17

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

60: SHOT! Last-ditch defending from Brazil here, as Sow sees a pair of chances closed down on the edge of the box.

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14m ago

18:16

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

59: SUBS! Bruno Guimaraes is on for Brazil here, as Fred makes way.

Meanwhile, Rieder and Vargas make way for

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

60: SHOT! Last-ditch defending from Brazil here, as Sow sees a pair of chances closed down on the edge of the box.

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1m ago

18:16

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

59: SUBS! Bruno Guimaraes is on for Brazil here, as Fred makes way.

Meanwhile, Rieder and Vargas make way for Switzerland, with Fernandes and Steffen on.

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3m ago

18:15

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

58: Did you know...?

Breel Embolo has scored in three of his last four matches for Switzerland, scoring three times and netting the winner in each game, including on MD1 against Cameroon. 

The last Swiss player to score in consecutive World Cup games was Alexander Frei in 2006, while the only players to score in Switzerland's first two games at a World Cup are Leopold Kielholz in 1934 and Andre Abegglen in 1938. 

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18:14

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Sky Sports' Peter Smith:

"That's the second time in this game Alisson has almost made a costly mistake. Embolo unfortunate not to capitalise after closing him down!"

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4m ago

18:13

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

56: CHANCE! Richarlison is unable to prod in a cross once again!

Vinicius Jnr delivers a wicked cross to his team-mate with the outside of his boot, but the Spurs man can't finish off the move.

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18:12

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

55: Alisson punches a corner clear and then makes a routine save when Akanji's header drops nicely for him to catch.

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6m ago

18:12

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

Sky Sports' Peter Smith:

"Desperate defending there from Alex Sandro. That was an extremely dangerous moment for Brazil. Switzerland suddenly opened them up!"

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8m ago

18:10

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

53: CLOSE! Big wake-up call for Brazil, there! Widmer stayed forward to keep the ball alive on the right, with his cross taken away from danger by an excellent slide from Alex Sandro.

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9m ago

18:09

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52: YELLOW! Now Fred sticks out a leg on Sow and has his name taken.

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10m ago

18:07

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

50: YELLOW! Rieder has his name taken for catching Rodrygo in the face with his elbow as the pair battled for the ball.

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10m ago

18:07

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

50: Still waiting for this game to really come to life. Brazil threatened to set it alight briefly in the first half, but since then it has been relatively run-of-the-mill.

Games have come to life in the second half during this tournament, mind you.

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14m ago

18:04

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

47: Vinicius Jnr races down the left to get on the end of a long ball out of defence from Alex Sandro, before the offside flag is raised.

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15m ago

18:02

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

46: SUB! Real Madrid's Rodrygo is on for Brazil here. Lucas Paqueta makes way.

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15m ago

18:02

Second Half! Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

Back up and running at Stadium 974...

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21m ago

17:57

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

Sky Sports' Peter Smith:

"It's been pretty attritional from Brazil so far. They're missing that spark of inspiration to find a way through this deep, well-stocked Swiss defence. 

"It looked like Raphinha had come up with that moment when he cut inside and crossed for Vinicius but the winger couldn't connect cleanly. 

"Can Switzerland keep up this work rate through the second half? Will Brazil stay patient and not give anything away at the other end?

"It's not the typical match you expect when Brazil are involved but it's an important one for both sides..."

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22m ago

17:56

Jack

Stick another striker on the pitch. Gabriel Jesus and Richarlison up top and they have more chance of scoring I think, could be wrong though

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22m ago

17:56

Aleem Mawji

Brazil playing like England on Friday. Fancy the Swiss to nick it in the last 10 mins!

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22m ago

17:55

Josh 

Both haven’t been great but I think Brazil will win after the subs I don’t think the Swiss can hold out for 90 mins against one of the biggest teams in the world cup

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

23: Richarlison tries an audacious flick to try and locate Fred, but the ball doesn't reach its intended target.

3m ago17:21

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

22: Did you know...?

 Brazil are unbeaten in their last 16 group stage games at the World Cup – no side has ever gone 17 without defeat in the group stages of the competition before (including final and second group rounds in earlier editions).

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"Tite replaced the injured Neymar with Fred for this match.  

"And some people think Gareth Southgate is a coach who needs to be more adventurous...!

"Not exactly like-for-like. Paqueta has been pushed up from his deeper role against Serbia to play off Richarlison." 

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

19: CHANCE! Richarlison rubs his face in frustration after again finding himself unable to connect with a teasing ball in from Paqueta on the left!

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

19: Just one shot in this game so far. It has been chess-like between the two Group G frontrunners.

Brazil 0-0 Switzerland

15: Breel Embolo wins a free-kick around 35 yards from goal after a foul by Casemiro. He looks shocked at the fact he has been penalised.

Fortunately for him, the attack comes to nothing.

 Brazil team news

Starting XI: Alisson, Eder Militao, Thiago Silva, Marquinhos, Alex Sandro, Casemiro, Fred, Pacqueta, Vinicius Jr, Raphinha, Richarlison

Switzerland team news

Starting XI: Sommer, Widmer, Elvedi, Akanji, Embolo, Freuler, Xhaka, Rodriguez, Sow, Vargas, Rieder.

Neymar out of Brazil's second game with ankle injury; likely out of group stage

Neymar will miss Brazil's second World Cup match, but will remain with the squad undergoing treatment for his ankle injury, the team doctor said Friday.

Neymar injury: Brazil forward ruled out of second World Cup group stage game with ankle injury

FC Transfer Rumours Liverpool journalist has already confirmed interest in Enzo Fernandez

 Benfica midfielder Enzo Fernandez caught the eye with a goal in Argentina’s 2-0 win over Mexico, with Liverpool among the 21-year-old’s admirers.

Argentina were already a goal up through Lionel Messi’s second-half strike when Fernandez picked up the ball on the left-hand side of the box and curled home.

It showed the young midfielder’s quick feet and shooting ability, which have been key features in his first season with Benfica.

Since swapping River Plate for the Portuguese club in July, Fernandez has scored three and assisted five in 24 games so far, including assists against PSG and Juventus in the Champions League.

After the World Cup, he can look to a last-16 clash with Liverpool, who are keeping track of his development as they plot midfield additions in 2023.

On Friday, Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg reported that the Reds have a “very, very good chance” in the race to sign Jude Bellingham.

But the journalist, who has connections to sources close to Jurgen Klopp, added interest in two unnamed South American midfielders.

As Liverpool desperately scrambled for a late solution to their midfield injury crisis, Reddy assessed the situation.

While a deadline-day loan move for Arthur was sealed, it was explained that there had been efforts made to bolster the ranks in the middle of the park throughout the summer.

She outlined interest in Aurelien Tchouameni and Ryan Gravenberch, with Liverpool missing out to Real Madrid and Bayern Munich respectively.

But perhaps most intriguing now is mention of a “watching brief” on Fernandez, whose move from River Plate was designed to “continue his development.”

That would suggest that, as with Matheus Nunes’ transfer from Sporting CP to Wolves, those within the club were aware of the situation but perhaps eager to see how the player progressed at a higher level before committing.

Poland 2 vs 0 Saudi Arabia FIFA World LIVE match stream

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GOAL! Poland 2-0 Saudi Arabia (Lewandowski, 82)

That should be that!

Saudi Arabia were knocking at the door for an equaliser, but an error gifts Poland the game. It also gifts Lewandowski his first World Cup goal!

Al-Malki dwells on the edge of his own penalty area and as he turns, the Barcelona striker pounces. he wins possession and has just Al-Owais to beat.

he makes no mistake and Poland can start to breathe a little easier.

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79: Saudi Arabia continue to pile the pressure on Poland...

Abdulrahim fires a dangerous ball right across the face of the Poland goal, but Al-Shehri cannot get a touch!

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4m ago15:46

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

77: HUGE CHANCE! The ball falls kindly for Albirakan on the edge of the penalty area and he swing his left boot at the ball.

The ball beats the dive of Szczesny but drifts agonisingly wide of the far post.

Is it going to be one of those days for Saudi Arabia!

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5m ago15:44

Saudis still knocking on door!

Saudi Arabia have dominated! The chart below shows the swing of possession in final thirds and sums it up perfectly

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

71: SUB! Milik comes off for Poland and is replaced by Piatek.

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15:34

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

69: SAVE! Al-Dawsari's shot from distance is straight at Szczesny.

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15:33

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

66: SUB! Amid the chaos, Saudi Arabia have made a change with Al-Ghannam replacing Al-Burayk.

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15:31

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones:

“Chaos this match. Poland have only had four shots but have scored, hit the bar and hit the post. Having looked on the ropes they are now swinging for the knockout. Saudi Arabia are tiring."

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15:31

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66: OFF THE POST! Lewandowski hits the woodwork for Poland following a cross from Kaminski.

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15:28

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

63: OFF THE BAR! Lewandowski crosses for Milik but he steers his header against the upright.

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15:28

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

62: SUB! Poland's goal scorer Zielinski is off for Kaminski.

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9m ago

15:26

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones:

“Poland are on the ropes. All that is missing from Saudi Arabia is a bit of composure. They play like Liverpool but without the ruthless finishing. Love their style.”

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15:25

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

60: WIDE! Al-Buraikan is slipped in by Al-Dawsari on the left but he blazes his shot wide inside the box.

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15m ago

15:21

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones:

“Bonkers stuff. An old fashioned scramble in the six-yard box and another top save from Szczesny."

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15m ago

15:21

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

55: SAVE! Szczesny is Poland's hero again as the ball falls to Al-Dawsari in the box but the goalkeeper denies him from close range.

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15:16

How Al-Dawsari missed his pen

State of play at half-time...

Poland are currently sitting top of Group C, a point ahead of their opponents Saudi Arabia.

Can the Green Falcons comeback in the second half to reclaim top spot?

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6m ago15:05

Salem Al-Dawsari in focus

Saudi winger Salem Al-Dawsari is leading the way in our half-time player ratings. Here's what he's been up to so far, apart from missing a penalty!

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10m ago15:00

Match stats

Saudi Arabia grew into that, culminating with the missed penalty. The Saudis clocked a higher xG, more shots, shots on target and possession - but go into the break 1-0 down! 

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11m ago15:00

Five yellow cards so far!

Here are the half-time match stats with more yellow cards shown than shots on target!



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13m ago14:58

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones:

“I’ll be honest, when I saw Poland vs Saudi Arabia handed to me on the workflow my excitement levels were low. Shame on you, Lewis. This has been one of the most gripping games of the tournament so far. Backed by a vibrant and vocal following in the stands, Saudi Arabia are the life of this World Cup, playing with such bravery and energy, albeit without much quality in this one. 

"It’s a style of football that leaves them open at the back and Poland did find a way through despite not offering much. Can the Green Falcons continue to play at this relentless pace? Hope so.”

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15m ago14:56

Half-time player ratings | Have your say!

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15m ago14:55

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

HALF TIME! Saudi Arabia will feel they should be level at the break after missing a penalty.

Zielinski has scored with Poland's only shot on target as he hammered in from close range after great work from Lewandowski.

But Poland needed some heroics from Szczesny who made a superb double save from the penalty spot as he first kept out Al-Dawsari's spot-kick before tipping over Al-Burayk's rebound.

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17m ago14:54

Right flanks reaping rewards

Both sides are attacking down the flanks in equal measure but  posing greater threat down their respective right channels...

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21m ago14:49

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones:

“This is goalkeeping of the highest quality from the former Arsenal man. His save from the penalty was good but the one from the rebound was next level. The reaction time, the agility. Amazing. VAR would have had a look to see if his feet were on the line. It was a close call, too."

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22m ago14:49

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

45+4: YELLOW CARD! Al-Amri booked for a tackle on Lewandowski.

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23m ago14:48

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

45+3: Amongst all of the drama, 10 minutes of time have been added on.

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25m ago14:46

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

45+1: PENALTY SAVED! Szczesny saves Al-Dawsari's penalty low to his right and then makes it a superb double save by saving the rebound from Al-Burayk!



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27m ago14:44

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

PENALTY TO SAUDI ARABIA! The referee points to the spot after checking the monitor and the Green Falcons have the chance to immediately equalise!

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27m ago14:43

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

43: VAR checking for a possible penalty for Saudi Arabia after Bielik's challenge on Al-Shehri! The referee is going to the monitor!

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27m ago14:43

Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia

Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones:

“Poland have pooped this party. Saudi Arabia do play this very brave high-line and it’s been exposed.”

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32m ago14:39

GOAL! Poland 1-0 Saudi Arabia (Zielinski, 39)

Poland make the breakthrough! Cash plays it across for Lewandowski who cleverly clips it over the onrushing goalkeeper.

Then from the byline he pulls it back for Zielinski who smashes home.

Poland's first shot on target gives them the lead!



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32m ago14:38

Poland 0-0 Saudi Arabia

37: Al-Bulayhi has taken a heavy knock after Lewandowski accidentally stood on his arm, but after receiving some medical treatment and with some strapping he's good to continue.

Poland 0-0 Saudi Arabia

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38m ago14:32

Poland 0-0 Saudi Arabia

32: The Saudi Arabia assistant coach has also been shown a yellow card to make it five in total!

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44m ago14:26

Poland 0-0 Saudi Arabia

26: CHANCE! Bielik's header from a corner is cleared behind by Al-Shehri - although it looked like the Saudi goalkeeper Al-Owais had it covered.

 

ENGLAND 0 VS 0 USA LIVE MATCH STREAM

England 0-0 USA

FT: Hmmm. England edge closer to qualification from Group B. A spectacle it wasn't. There are boos from the crowd. The Iran romp on Monday seems like decades ago.

The expected goals battle reads: England 0.54 vs 0.61 USA - which sums up just how cagey this game was. Pulisic hit the bar. Kane headed wide late on. Maguire was a bit of a colossus at the back, clearing everything put into his box. 

We must remember that England are in pole position in the group. They just need to avoid a hefty defeat to Wales in the final group game to qualify. 

. England 0-0 USA

77: SUB! Saka - quiet - replaced by Rashford. Spark required. 

Aaronson and More are also on for USA.

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England 0-0 USA

76: It's not happening for England. Saka tries to feed off Kane but the ball bobbles away for a goal kick. 

No shots on goal from England in the second half doesn't make great reading.



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2m ago21:33

England 0-0 USA

Sky Sports News' Rob Dorsett: 

"Grealish has made a difference since he came on. At least he's looking to commit defenders and run and pass forward. England have barely done that in this game. It's all been a bit too passive and lacking in the intensity we saw against Iran.

"Stones sums up England's frustrations. A long, straight ball finds no runners, and drifts aimlessly through to the US keeper.

"He throws his arms in the air in disgust - with himself, as much as his static teammates."

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4m ago21:31

England 0-0 USA

74: England in control of the ball now. Grealish and Mount link down the left. The ball into Kane is a good one but he just looks a little sloppy with his touch. 

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7m ago21:28

England 0-0 USA

71: And now Grealish makes his mark. He creates havoc with a driving run into the box down the left. He's crowded out but England look more of a threat.

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7m ago21:28

England 0-0 USA

Sky Sports News' Rob Dorsett:

"I'm not sure England's captain is fully fit. 

"Harry Kane doesn't look as sharp as usual, and he's being bullied off the ball more easily too."

Kane has had more touches in his own box than the United States' so far tonight.

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9m ago21:26

England 0-0 USA

70: Better. Henderson has added a bit more bite in there. Shaw gets forward and looks for Kane. Ream clears.

England 0-0 USA

46: WE ARE BACK! Time for an England response. They must move the ball quicker. And pass it to Kane - he's been starved of service but when he's got it, he's been silky smooth.

USA have the first kick of the second half. 

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2m ago21:01

England 0-0 USA

Sky Sports’ Adam Bate:

“Recalibrating expectations here, but…

“A goalless draw means England would be safely through to the knockout stages unless they lose very heavily against Wales.”

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5m ago20:58

Wembley arch lit up in rainbow colours to show LGBTQ+ solidarity

The FA have lit the Wembley arch in rainbow colours to show solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community after they decided England captain Harry Kane would not wear the OneLove armband at the World Cup in Qatar.

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6m ago20:57

'Foden is our best player- he should be starting!'

Sky Sports' Gary Neville on ITV:

"USA are just brighter and sharper. Pulisic is a massive talent and Pickford was lucky as he was beaten for his shot. It was a massive wake-up call.

"For Phil Foden not to be playing in the starting XI is a real shame because he's a massive talent. I think he's our best player and our biggest talent by a mile in this country.

"He should be playing in that team."



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7m ago20:56

'Midfield being dominated'

 Sky Sports' Gary Neville on ITV:

"We had far too many passes at the back between Harry Maguire and John Stones. Their midfield three - Tyler Adams, Yunus Musah and Weston McKennie - has made our three look sluggish.

"We talked about Bellingham and Mount before the game... I thought Maguire was poor for the McKennie chance as he needs to be dealing with the near-post zone."

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10m ago20:54

'England have been sluggish'

Sky Sports' Roy Keane on ITV:

"Difficult for England, they've not got going. They look off it. They've been sluggish with passing from the back. Maguire put a couple out of play and that would have pleased the USA.

"USA have looked tidy. It's a big half-time talk for Southgate. England need to liven up."

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11m ago20:52

England 0-0 USA

Sky Sports News' Rob Dorsett: 

"England finished the half very strongly, with a couple of excellent chances, but they will be disappointed with that first 46 minutes, as a whole.

"USA grew into the game, and had the better chances on the whole - Pulisic's shot that struck the bar was the best of them.

"There will be stern words from Southgate during the interval. England have been second to too many balls in midfield, have been sloppy in their defensive marking, and - until that last rally - didn't penetrate enough.

"Could Southgate be considering some subs already? Probably not, but he will expect better in the second half."

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12m ago20:51

Big team talk ahead for Southgate

Sky Sports' Sam Blitz:

"The bad news? England have been poor and this has been very similar to what the form we saw before this World Cup began.

"The good news? It's still 0-0 and these are 15 crucial minutes for Gareth Southgate to calm down the squad. 

"The more encouraging news? The United States put in a similar first-half display against Wales and then dropped in quality after half-time."

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13m ago20:50

Rate the players!

Right then, what did you make of that then? Choose your England and US player ratings on the basis of that first half.

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14m ago20:49

England 0-0 USA

Sky Sports’ Adam Bate:

“Probably worth a reminder that the expected-goals value of England’s chances in the first half against Iran was just 0.81 and yet they were three goals up. Kane, Saka and Mount have had chances but this time the ball has not gone in. Yet.”

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15m ago20:48

England 0-0 USA

Aaron McLean on Sky Sports News:

"You look at the way Rashford came on and made a quick impression, he would be one to bring on. He looks re-energised and has a different purpose about him now.

"Callum Wilson made a good impression against Iran. Southgate won't make the changes straight away, but I would look to try and get those two on."

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15m ago20:48

England 0-0 USA

England have had 62 per cent possession but USA have had the better chances in that half.

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16m ago20:48

England 0-0 USA

Sky Sports’ Adam Bate:

“Everything going down the right for the United States through Dest. A real problem for Shaw.”

England 0-0 USA

HT: A very even contest this. USA are probably winning on points if this was a boxing bout. Pulisic struck the bar with a rasping effort and McKennie skied one from eight yards out. For England, Kane had an effort blocked from close range and Mount just tested Turner with a powerful low strike.

ENGLAND VS USA LIVE MATCH STREAM

Team news - reminder

England: Pickford, Trippier, Stones, Maguire, Shaw, Bellingham, Rice, Saka, Mount, Sterling, Kane.

Subs: Walker, Grealish, Henderson, Rashford, Pope, Phillips, Dier, Coady, Alexander-Arnold, Foden, White, Ramsdale, Wilson, Gallagher.

USA: Turner, Dest, Zimmerman, Ream, Robinson, McKennie, Adams, Musah, Weah, Wright, Pulisic.

Subs: Reyna, Ferreira, Aaronson, Horvath, de la Torre, Long, Morris, Roldan, Moore, Carter-Vickers, Yedlin, Acosta, Sargent, Johnson, Scally.