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Jonathan Howcroft
Whether you’re just catching your breath after an epic double header, or waking up to the news of a pair of thrilling quarter-finals, stick with us here for all the news and reaction from a gripping 2026 World Cup.
Just four teams remain alive in the draw with England and Argentina joining France and Spain in the semis. For the first time since FIFA’s rankings began in 1992 the World Cup semi-finalists are the top four sides in the world on paper.
England were made to toil in the Miami heat by Norway but not for the first time Jude Bellingham delivered when it mattered on the big stage.
Argentina also required extra-time to battle past European opposition; their hero was Julian Alvarez, but they also owe Breel Embolo a debt of gratitude for getting himself sent off when Switzerland had an historic result in their sights.
If you have any thoughts on any of the above, or indeed anything else World Cup related, do get in touch with an email – jonathan.howcroft.freelance@theguardian.com. Let’s get into it!
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