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VAR, tears and Ronaldo: Portugal survive a World Cup classic

Portugal secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Croatia to advance to the Round of 16, a win overshadowed by a controversial late VAR decision. After Croatia thought they had equalized in stoppage time, semi-automated offside technology disallowed Josko Gvardiol's goal due to a marginal touch. Earlier, Cristiano Ronaldo became the…

The Economic Times · Jul 3

Martínez says there was no ‘lucky call’ after record four goals ruled out in Portugal win

Roberto Martínez commended the numerous VAR interventions that helped Portugal past Croatia after his team narrowly edged an incident-packed match to progress to the last 16 of the World Cup

The Guardian - UK · Jul 3

VAR keeps Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup dream alive

Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal faced potential World Cup elimination

FourFourTwo · Jul 3

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Portugal survive late drama to beat Croatia and reach World Cup last 16

TORONTO - Cristiano Ronaldo scored the first World Cup knockout-stage goal of his career, Goncalo Ramos netted a stoppage-time header and Portugal got a last-second break ‌on an offside call to beat Croatia 2-1 on Thursday and set up a last-16 clash with Spain.

Bangkok Post · Jul 3

Ronaldo’s tears, Martinez’s choice and Modric’s ending: Inside Portugal v Croatia, a World Cup epic

One of the most-dramatic games in World Cup history ended with Ronaldo – who had scored and finally been substituted – paying tribute to his late teammate Diogo Jota

The Independent UK · Jul 3

Why was Josko Gvardiol’s goal disallowed vs Portugal? Croatia fans throw bottles on pitch amid VAR controversy

Gvardiol’s last-gasp equaliser against Portugal was ruled out after the Snicko technology revealed a touch barely noticeable to the human eye

The Independent UK · Jul 3

Why Croatia’s 103rd-minute equaliser against Portugal was disallowed by VAR

Croatia believed they had scored a 103rd-minute equaliser against Portugal in their World Cup clash on Thursday. Ivan Perisic had put Croatia head in the 53rd minute before Cristiano Ronaldo equalised from the penalty spot 15 minutes later, and then Goncalo Ramos made it 2-1 to Portugal with a powerful…

The Independent UK · Jul 3

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Portugal vs Croatia lineups: Starting XIs, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo vs Luka Modric for a place in the last-16

Evening Standard · Jul 2

Is Portugal v Croatia on TV? Channel, kick-off and how to watch World Cup last-32 clash

Cristiano Ronaldo’s bid to finally win the World Cup could come to an end against a tricky side

The Independent UK · Jul 1

Croatia vs Ghana FIFA World Cup 2026 Match: India time (IST), live streaming details, venue, team news and predicted XI

Croatia vs Ghana FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Streaming, Match Time, Venue, Lineup, Key Players and Team Preview: Croatia and Ghana clash in a vital FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L fixture on June 28th at 2:30 AM IST. Indian fans can catch the action live on ZEE5. The match…

The Economic Times · Jun 27

Croatia vs Ghana World Cup 2026 Predictions and Best Bets

Croatia must win to advance at Lincoln Financial Field. Our pick is Croatia -127 in this Group L shoot-out against Ghana on June 27.

Sports Lens · Jun 24

Elliot Anderson is England’s spirit animal – and is now indispensable

With Declan Rice nursing a knock, his midfield partner is the reliable rock to which team’s fate is inescapably yoked

The Guardian - UK · Jun 19

England 4-2 Croatia LIVE: England are top of Group L! Match updates

England take on Croatia in their World Cup 2026 opener, in a rematch of the 2018 semi-final

FourFourTwo · Jun 17

Why was Harry Kane's penalty taken again?

Harry Kane's blushes were spared from the penalty spot during England vs Croatia

FourFourTwo · Jun 17

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The Independent UK · Jun 17

Why Harry Kane’s missed penalty was overturned by VAR in England v Croatia

England were awarded a penalty after Luka Modric brought down Noni Madueke in the penalty area

The Independent UK · Jun 17

World Cup 2026 LIVE: Ivory Coast striker refused entry to Canada over match-fixing arrest

Wahi was denied entry into Canada a day after it was revealed that the 23-year-old had been arrested over match-fixing offences

Evening Standard · Jun 16

England vs Croatia: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds today

Three Lions face familiar major tournament foes in Group L curtain-raiser in Dallas

The Independent UK · Jun 15

Josko Gvardiol set to extend stay at Manchester City for post-Pep Guardiola era

The defender will sign a new five-year deal to extend his stay at the Etihad Stadium

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FourFourTwo · Jun 15

Fabrizio Romano reveals Josko Gvardiol decision on Man City future amid Real Madrid links

As Real Madrid chase the signature of Josko Gvardiol, the Man City man has seemingly decided what his future holds

Sports Lens · Jun 14

England vs Croatia World Cup 2026 Predictions and Best Bets

England vs Croatia meet in Group L at AT&T Stadium on June 17. England are favored at -135, but Croatia's 2018 runner-up pedigree keeps this one interesting.

FourFourTwo · Jun 11

Josko Gvardiol edges toward Manchester City exit, with Barcelona offer received: report

Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol is the subject of serious attention this summer

Evening Standard · Jun 8

Jose Mourinho dream Real Madrid signings revealed as 'Arsenal star tops list'

Portuguese hoping to revolutionise porous defence

The Guardian - UK · Jun 8

Dalic admits Croatia’s World Cup opener against England ‘can destroy everything’

Zlatko Dalic sees Croatia’s World Cup opener against England as pivotal to their summer fortunes

The Independent UK · Jun 5

World Cup 2026 – Group L guide: England aim to end 60 years of hurt from group of familiar foes and troubled Ghana

Thomas Tuchel leads the Three Lions to North America with sky-high expectations but old warriors Croatia, plus Panama and Ghana present a tricky test

FourFourTwo · Jun 1

Manchester City star's two words cast doubt on club future after Pep Guardiola exit

Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol has commented on his Etihad Stadium future following Pep Guardiola's exit

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