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Fifa World Cup semi-finals: All you need to know
England face Argentina in Atlanta for their first clash in 21 years.
Why Diego Maradona’s 1986 masterclass in Mexico remains football’s ultimate benchmark
French star Kylian Mbappe has 20 World Cup goals at just 27 years old.
Haaland returns from World Cup with furry friend as fans perform one last 'Viking row'
Thousands filled the streets of Oslo to welcome the team home.
Partner's heartbreaking tribute to World Cup footballer after mysterious death
An inquest has been launched into the South African footballer's death.
Classic clash of styles as Spain aim to tame France's firepower
Spain have twice beaten France in semi-finals, including Euro 2024’s last four.
Messi, Mbappe and the magic moments making this a World Cup for the ages
ANALYSIS: The top four seeds have all reached the semi-finals at this World Cup.
World Cup: Ranking the four teams left in the semi-finals
The semi-finalists are the four top-ranked teams from the original draw.
Breathtaking goal helps Argentina reach World Cup semi-final with win over Switzerland
The 2022 champions will meet England in the final four after winning in extra time.
England into semi-finals as Bellingham double undoes Norway
The Three Lions came from behind in Miami to advance to the last four.
England advance to semi-final after defeating Norway 2-1
England advance to semi-final after defeating Norway 2-1. Video / TVNZ
Conspiracy theory: Has Fifa fixed the World Cup for Argentina and Messi?
The 2022 winner has been handed a favourable draw, and refereeing decisions - say some.
Super sub strikes again to send Spain to semi-final
Mikel Merino's 88th-minute strike was the difference as Spain move into the semi-finals.
The one thing Lionel Messi's not great at on a football field
Messi missed his second penalty of the tournament as Egypt led 2-0 late on.
Fifa lashes 'unfounded allegations' after Argentina-Egypt clash
Pierluigi Collina rejected claims that Fifa officials favoured Argentina.
France see off Morocco and march into World Cup semi-final
Kylian Mbappe had a penalty saved, but scored again to help guide his side through.
Who will win the World Cup? Ranking the eight quarter-finalists
France remain favourites after an unbeaten run capped by a 3-0 win over Sweden.
How Argentina’s World Cup run has reignited claims of favouritism
Egypt striker Mostafa Zico claimed Argentina’s win was fixed after defeat.
World Cup quarter-finals: Eight giants clash in next round
France face unbeaten Morocco in Boston, a repeat of their 2022 semi-final.
Fifa probes racism claims involving internet star IShowSpeed at World Cup
Streamer IShowspeed was allegedly abused at a recent Argentina match.
Belgium mock Trump's YMCA dance after dominant victory over USA
The President's lobbying to overturn Folarin Balogun's red card overshadowed the match.
Switzerland knock out Colombia in shootout
Colombia failed to score twice in the shootout.
‘They wanted Messi’: Egypt coach claims side were 'cheated'
He claimed VAR injustices twice denied Egypt crucial decisions in the match.
Argentina complete stunning comeback to beat Egypt
Argentina were 2-0 down with 20 minutes to play.
Winston Aldworth: Fifa and Trump make a perfect match for football’s farce
OPINION: Gianni Infantino has bound himself to the US President.
Trump intervention helped Belgium play with 'real grit', captain says
Fifa suspended Folarin Balogun’s ban after a push from US President Donald Trump.
Watch: USA limp out of World Cup after goalkeeper howler against Belgium
Charles De Ketelaere scored twice as Belgium crushed the US 4-1 in Seattle.
Spain end Ronaldo's World Cup career with late goal
Mikel Merino scored the winning goal in the closing minutes of a tight affair.
Trump confirms he asked Fifa boss for review of red card
Balogun is now free to play in the USA’s last-16 match against Belgium.
England reacts: Pundits hail 'all-time great' World Cup win over Mexico
Jude Bellingham struck twice in 98 seconds at the Azteca Stadium.