Goalkeeper Hannah Hampton says she just "did my job" in pulling off three crucial late saves as England held on to beat Iceland 1-0.
US President Donald Trump confirmed he asked FIFA to review striker Folarin Balogun's one-match World Cup suspension, which FIFA subsequently suspended for 12 months. The decision, allowing Balogun to play against Belgium, drew criticism from the Royal Belgian Football Association, England's coach, and UEFA.
Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, confirmed this will be his last World Cup and addressed criticism of his performances, stating he will retire when he chooses. Despite calls for him to play a lesser role, fans continue to support him.
UEFA strongly criticized FIFA for overturning Folarin Balogun's suspension for the World Cup last-16 tie against Belgium. UEFA called the decision "unprecedented, incomprehensible and unjustifiable," stating it undermines the integrity of the game and sets a dangerous precedent. The move followed a call from US President Donald Trump to FIFA president Gianni Infantino.
UEFA strongly criticized FIFA for not upholding Folarin Balogun's automatic ban for the World Cup last-16 tie against Belgium. The decision, reportedly influenced by a call from US President Donald Trump to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, has caused widespread confusion and drawn accusations of political interference.
Tottenham have signed Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali for a club-record fee potentially reaching £100m. The 26-year-old joins Spurs for an initial £92.5m plus £7.5m in add-ons, following another significant signing, Mateus Fernandes.
Nottingham Forest has appointed Oliver Glasner as their new head coach, replacing Vitor Pereira who was sacked on Tuesday. Glasner, formerly of Crystal Palace, becomes Forest's fifth manager in under a year.
