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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1924, Michel d'Ornano, French politician (died 1991) was born. In 1928, Alastair Burnet, English journalist (died 2012) was born. In 1969, Chantal Jouanno, French politician, French Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports was born. In 1971, Andriy Kovalenco, Ukrainian-Spanish rugby player was born. In 1977, Marco Silva, Portuguese football manager was born. In 1985, Paulo Vitor Barreto, Brazilian footballer was born. In 1985, Gianluca Curci, Italian footballer was born. In 1990, João Saldanha, Brazilian footballer, manager, and journalist (born 1917) passed away. In 1990, Bebé, Portuguese footballer was born. In 2000, Vinícius Júnior, Brazilian footballer was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Vinicius apologises to Brazilians for World Cup ‘frustration’
SAO PAULO, Brazil (AFP)—Vinicius Junior apologised to Brazilian fans on Friday for the enormous frustration caused by their World Cup elimination by Norway and promised to fight to restore the might of the Selecao.The five-time world champions were knocked out by upstarts Norway in a shock 2-1 Round of 16 rout.I know how much I prepared, how much I focused, how much I wanted the World Cup for you, for my family, Real Madrid superstar Vinicius said in an Instagram message to fans.The feeling of frustration is enormous, he acknowledged.We had a squad strong enough to do more, and we didn't achieve it. I apologise, and I will fight for our dream of returning to the top of the world, he added.Vinícius, 25, scored four goals and provided one assist in the tournament.His message was accompanied by a black-and-white photograph of him lying on the grass, after Norway's win on Sunday.The Selecao won the last of its five World Cup titles over two decades ago, in 2002.National teams coordinator Rodrigo Caetano has reaffirmed his confidence in the team's Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti, despite the World Cup disappointment.
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Nepal News
· Jul 3, 2026
अन्तिम मिनेटको ड्रामा भन्दै सन्दीप लामिछानेले पोर्चुगल–क्रोएसिया खेलको गरे प्रशंसा
काठमाडौँ । नेपाली राष्ट्रिय क्रिकेट टोलीका लेग स्पिनर सन्दीप लामिछानेले जारी फिफा विश्वकप २०२६ अन्तर्गत पोर्चुगल र क्रोएसियाबीच भएको अन्तिम ३२ को खेललाई ‘अन्तिम मिनेटको ड्रामा’ भन्दै प्रशंसा गरेका छन्। पोर्चुगलले इन्जुरी समयमा गोन्सालो रामोसको निर्णायक गोलमार्फत क्रोएसियालाई २–१ ले पराजित गरेपछि सन्दीपले सामाजिक सञ्जाल फेसबुकमार्फत आफ्नो प्रतिक्रिया सार्वजनिक गरेका हुन्। विश्व फुटबलका दुई चर्चित []
Utusan Malaysia
· Jul 6, 2026
Ancelotti enggan tekan butang panik
EAST RUTHERFORD: Jurulatih Brazil, Carlo Ancelotti mengakui amat menyakitkan apabila terpaksa melihat pasukannya tersingkir daripada pusingan 16 terakhir Piala Dunia 2026 di tangan Norway. Pengendali dari Itali itu berkata, penyingkiran tersebut perlu dijadikan pembakar semangat untuk masa hadapan, sambil menegaskan itu merupakan permulaan kitaran baharu buat Brazil. “Jelas sekali semua orang sangat kecewa, memandangkan apa ... Read more The post Ancelotti enggan tekan butang panik appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
NBC News
· Jul 2, 2026
José Sá: "Sabemos que va a hacer un juego con muchas emociones para nosotros"
El portero de la selección portuguesa resaltó la tranquilidad con la quieren enfrentar un juego que tilda de emocional, y reveló que están muy sorprendidos por el recibimiento de una gran cantidad de portugueses, que les dan aliento.
Football | The Guardian
· Jun 23, 2026
‘I’m back’: Ronaldo’s relief after double kickstarts Portugal World Cup push
41-year-old heavily criticised after DR Congo draw‘It felt like I’d already retired from football,’ he addsCristiano Ronaldo savoured the end of a “difficult, dark week” after scoring twice in Portugal’s 5-0 rout of Uzbekistan and becoming the first player to find the net in six World Cups.Ronaldo and Portugal had come under heavy criticism after a flat draw against Democratic Republic of the Congo. There had been a particular spotlight on the 41-year-old Ronaldo, who had not scored in 10 major tournament games before Tuesday’s fixture. There have long been question marks over his continued ability to lead Portugal on this stage, but after the final whistle he shouted into a television camera: “I’m back, I’m back.” Continue reading...
Daily Post Nigeria
· Jun 24, 2026
2026 World Cup: Why we lost 5-0 to Portugal – Uzbekistan coach, Cannavaro
Uzbekistan head coach, Fabio Cannavaro, has taken full responsibility for their 5-0 drubbing in the hands of Portugal. The 2026 World Cup debutants have been eliminated following their second Group K match. After the game, Cannavaro praised the players’ efforts and blamed himself for his tactical approach to the game. He however claimed that Azizjon [] 2026 World Cup: Why we lost 5-0 to Portugal – Uzbekistan coach, Cannavaro
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