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World Cup: Argentina weather Swiss storm to set up England showdown

Despite Switzerland's early pressure, midfielder Alexis Mac Allister gave Lionel Scaloni’s side the lead three minutes later, heading home from skipper and superstar Lionel Messi's corner

South Africa World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dies aged 25

South African police said an investigation had been opened after the body of a 25-year-old man found at a house in Schotschekloof, central Cape Town, on Saturday morning. The cause of death has not been confirmed

Bellingham double fires England into World Cup semi-finals

England, who won their only World Cup title on home soil in 1966, are now two victories away from ending a 60-year wait for a second crown

Football passion turns toxic as World Cup watch party brawls betray spirit of the game : sports analyst

Blind loyalty, provocation and poor emotional control are fuelling violence among football fans, urging stricter crowd management and firm enforcement after two World Cup watch party brawls

Romario calls for Ancelotti’s sacking after Brazil’s shock World Cup exit to Norway

Brazilian football legend Romario has urged the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) to sack Carlo Ancelotti following the Selecao's stunning Round of 16 defeat to Norway at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the loss as a national embarrassment

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Cleared for layoffs? AirAsia to retrench 20% of workforce in major cost-cutting move

This allegedly involves cabin services, cargo and logistics, engineering and maintenance, as well as the commercial division, according to Scoop’s source

InDrive faces termination for flouting guidelines

It is the second Russian e-hailing app after Maxim to face ban by Land Public Transport Agency

Petronas staff to be shown the door to make up losses from Petros deal?

Source claims national O&G firm is expected to see 30% revenue loss once agreed formula for natural gas distribution in Sarawak is implemented