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Argentina sings collective happy birthday to Messi
BUENOS AIRES, June 24 : Moved by Lionel Messi's record-breaking form at the World Cup, Argentines have taken to the streets and social media to sing "Happy Birthday" to their favourite footballer who turned 39 on Wednesday.
Algeria and Austria clash revives memories of the 'Disgrace of Gijon'
ATLANTA, June 24 : When Algeria and Austria meet in their last group game in Kansas City on Saturday, it will not only be key to both countries’ hopes of progressing at the World Cup but will also revive memories of one of the tournament’s darkest moments.
Qatar's Madibo given five-match ban for tackle that injured Canada's Kone
SEATTLE, June 24 : Qatar midfielder Assim Madibo has been given a five-match ban after receiving a red card for a tackle which seriously injured Canada midfielder Ismael Kone, FIFA said on Wednesday.
Iran says US airport delay holds up World Cup delegation
June 24 : U.S. host officials "caused problems" for Iran forward Mehdi Taremi and assistant coach Saeed Alhoei, delaying their delegation as they travelled to Seattle for the World Cup match against Egypt, Iran's football federation said on Wednesday.
Ghana draw cools England hype and revives familiar questions
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, June 24 : Thomas Tuchel's England were riding a wave of optimism at the World Cup after their opening 4-2 demolition of Croatia, but Tuesday's 0-0 draw against Ghana served as a reminder that progress at major tournaments is not always straightforward.
Blue Bombers reacquire QB Dru Brown in trade with Redblacks
Dru Brown is returning to Winnipeg after the Blue Bombers acquired the quarterback in a trade with the Ottawa Redblacks on Tuesday.
Thomas Tuchel rejects ‘wake-up call’ talk after England draw with Ghana
Thomas Tuchel dismissed the notion that England were given a World Cup wake-up call by Ghana after Tuesday’s drab draw followed their thrill-a-minute opener against Croatia.