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England sack Brendon McCullum as Test cricket head coach

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July 12, 2026

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The i Paper

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· Jun 21, 2026

Ben Stokes deserved so much better than this

The England captain has been let down by his coach, his director of cricket and his paymasters at the ECB

The West Australian

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· Jul 13, 2026

Disastrous Ashes series comes home to roost as England coach Brendon McCullum sacked

England’s disastrous Ashes tour of Australia has finally come home to roost with ‘Bazball’ conductor Brendon McCullum sacked as Test coach two weeks after captain Ben Stokes’ shock mid-match retirement.

India TV News

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· Jul 12, 2026

Brendon McCullum steps down as England's test coach, to continue in white-ball role

Brendon McCullum has decided to step down as England's head coach for the test team, but will continue to lead the side in the t20Is and the one-day internationals (ODIs), announced the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) on Sunday. The development comes day after star all-rounder and test team's captain Ben Stokes retired from international cricket.

101GREATGOALS.COM

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· Jul 12, 2026

BREAKING: McCullum sacked as England Test coach

Kiwi stays on for white ball cricket

Metro

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· Jun 28, 2026

England WAGs hit back after Roy Keane’s criticism of World Cup attire

He's been branded 'miserable'.

NDTV

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· Jul 12, 2026

England Told To 'Do Anything' As Hussain Backs This IPL Coach As Next Test Coach

Brendon McCullum will remain in charge of the white-ball set-up but England are now looking for both a new Test coach and captain ahead of next month's series with Pakistan.

BBC News

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· Jul 12, 2026

McCullum sacked as England Test head coach

England are now without a Test head coach and captain as Brendon McCullum leaves after four years in the role.

The Standard

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· Jul 12, 2026

Three things we learned from England win as Jude Bellingham carries the weight of a nation

Jude Bellingham the hero for England once again as Thomas Tuchel’s tactical tweak pays off

Football | Mail Online

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· Jun 22, 2026

Leeds knocked back after £20m offer for Shea Charles, surprise bidders for wantaway Spurs star Lucas Bergvall emerge, Casemiro at centre of £450,000 transfer row and all the latest deals: WINDOW WATCH

Leeds knocked back after £20m offer for Shea Charles, surprise bidders for wantaway Spurs star Lucas Bergvall emerge, Casemiro at centre of £450,000 transfer row and all the latest deals: WINDOW WATCH

Yahoo Sports

· Jun 25, 2026

LaMelo Ball traded! Brown, Kawhi & a wild summer ahead + NBA Draft takeaways with Tom Haberstroh

Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh break down the news of LaMelo Ball being traded to the Timberwolves and give the latest across the league.

Football | The Guardian

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· Jul 12, 2026

Norway 1-2 England: World Cup quarter-final player ratings from Miami

Jude Bellingham shone again for England while Marc Guéhi edged a fierce battle with clubmate Erling HaalandOrjan Håskjold Nyland Norway’s hero against Brazil will have nightmares about his error that handed Bellingham his second goal. 3 Continue reading...

BBC

· Jul 12, 2026

Bellingham reaching heights of World Cup legends with Messi next

Jude Bellingham against dazzled England and the World Cup with his brilliance, matching some records of the all-time records.

The Rising Nepal

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· Jun 28, 2026

Kane breaks world Cup record as England beat Panama to top group

By Phil McNulty, Chief football writer at New York New Jersey Stadium, June 28:At a glanceJude Bellingham put England ah...

The Independent

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· Jul 5, 2026

Thomas Tuchel gives England team news update ahead of crunch Mexico World Cup clash

The England manager has injury concerns at right-back while Declan Rice’s fitness has been in some doubt

India News Network

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· Jul 8, 2026

England Triumphs Over India in 3rd T20I, Secures Series Lead

England defeats India by 125 runs in the 3rd T20I, taking a 2-0 lead in the series. India's batting struggles continue, facing criticism.

Liverpool.com

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· Jun 29, 2026

Liverpool hero Daniel Sturridge names England's 'best player' at World Cup

England is through to the knockout stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after topping its group, and former Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge has credited one man for getting the job done

Sports Mole

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· Jul 12, 2026

Jude Bellingham bites back at Thomas Tuchel as England delay fears eased for Argentina World Cup semi-final

Jude Bellingham bites back at Thomas Tuchel as fears over a delay to England's World Cup 2026 semi-final with Argentina are eased.

SkySports

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England latest: Did Bellingham escape red card for covering his mouth?

England latest: Did Bellingham escape red card for covering his mouth?

UFC News

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· Jul 10, 2026

Luke Riley | The Liverpool Standard

Luke Riley | The Liverpool Standard

Daily Mail

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· Jun 28, 2026

I don't blame Ben Stokes for walking away - he was born to be England captain but has been BETRAYED by lesser men who hung him out to dry, writes OLIVER HOLT

I don't blame Ben Stokes for walking away - he was born to be England captain but has been BETRAYED by lesser men who hung him out to dry, writes OLIVER HOLT

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 13, 2026

Bellingham marakkan api England

MIAMI: Jude Bellingham kini menjadi nadi England apabila sekali lagi menjadi watak utama membawa Three Lions ke separuh akhir Piala Dunia 2026. Pemain tengah berusia 23 tahun itu meledak dua gol ketika England bangkit menewaskan Norway 2-1 selepas masa tambahan pada aksi suku akhir, semalam. Gol berkenaan mengukuhkan reputasi pemain Real Madrid itu sebagai penyerang ... Read more The post Bellingham marakkan api England appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

GiveMeSport

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· Jun 28, 2026

Man Utd Can Get Clear Path To Sign Barcelona Star

Manchester United could consider a clever transfer move that sees them offload one £55m midfielder to land a cheaper replacement with big upside

FOX Sports Digital

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· Jul 6, 2026

'Best Night Of My England Career': Jude Bellingham Not Taking Mexico Win For Granted

Jude Bellingham carried England to the World Cup quarterfinals, overcoming a raucous crowd, the elevation of Estadio Azteca and a man disadvantage in the second half to beat Mexico in a 3-2 thriller on Sunday night.

The Daily Beast

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· Jul 6, 2026

England Star Suffers World Cup-Ending Injury While Celebrating Win

Eurasia Sport Images / Getty ImagesA player from England’s World Cup team is out of the tournament after suffering a serious injury while celebrating the country’s win against Mexico. Jordan Henderson, who was a substitute in Sunday’s game, headed behind one of the goals to sing the Oasis hit “Wonderwall” with fans when he fell over an advertising board and landed awkwardly. The team circled around him while the medical personnel rushed to the player, removing him from the field on a stretcher. According to England’s head coach, Thomas Tuchel, Henderson suffered a “quite serious” wrist injury. He did not fly back to the team’s training base with the rest of the players, instead staying in Mexico City that night. As of this morning, The Athletic reports that he will not take further part in the tournament and requires surgery on his wrist. Henderson has played 91 times for England during his 16-year career and currently plays for Brentford in the Premier League. England is set to face Norway in the quarterfinals on July 11 after their 3-2 win over Mexico on Sunday. Read it at PeopleRead more at The Daily Beast.

Anfield Index

· Jun 24, 2026

Leeds sign former Liverpool midfielder on free transfer following contract expiry

Leeds Set to Secure Harry Wilson on Free TransferLeeds United appear to have pulled off one of the more astute pieces of business of the summer, with reports from the BBC indicating that Harry Wilson ...

UPI

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· Jul 12, 2026

Bellingham carries England past Norway and into World Cup semifinals

Bellingham carries England past Norway and into World Cup semifinals

The Economic Times

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· Jul 9, 2026

England beat India by 9 wickets to seal T20I series

England beat India by 9 wickets to seal T20I series

Madrid Universal

· Jul 12, 2026

Real Madrid midfielder joins ranks with Pele after achieving key milestone against Norway

Jude Bellingham was once again the main difference-maker as England secured a seat in the World Cup semifinals with a gritty win over Erling Haaland’s Norway.Bellingham scored both the goals in a 2-...

EPL Index

· Jul 8, 2026

Jordan Henderson breaks silence on England injury nightmare

Jordan Henderson Injury Blow Leaves England Leaning on Experience Before Norway TestEngland move towards their World Cup quarter-final with Norway carrying momentum, belief and one unwelcome complicat...

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