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Lucky Numbers For July 16 Draw Using Chinese Calendar
Lottery players seeking lucky numbers for the July 16 draw are turning to Chinese calendar predictions, which suggest focusing on digits 7, 6, 5, and 9 combined into two and three-digit combinations.
Beckham Praises England's World Cup Semifinal Berth
England advanced to the 2026 World Cup semifinals with a 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway, prompting David Beckham to praise the team's achievement from Miami.
Bellingham's Double Sends England Past Norway
Jude Bellingham scored twice to lead England past Norway 2-1 in the World Cup quarterfinals on July 11, securing the Three Lions a semifinal spot. The Real Madrid captain has now scored six goals in six tournament matches.
Tuchel Unmoved By England Performance Despite World Cup Advance
England beat Norway 2-1 in extra time to reach the 2026 World Cup semi-finals, but manager Thomas Tuchel criticized his team's sloppy performance despite praising goalscorer Jude Bellingham as world class.
Rooney Hails Bellingham As England's Indispensable Star
Former England striker Wayne Rooney has hailed Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham as indispensable after the midfielder scored both goals in England's 2-1 extra-time win over Norway to secure their place in the 2026 World Cup knockout stages.
Nara United Plans Appeal After Thai League 2 License Denied
Nara United will appeal after being denied a Thai League 2 license, with the club set to submit its challenge on July 14 following its demotion to the semi-pro league.
Argentina's World Cup Prize Money Diverted To Mystery Company
Argentina's 2022 World Cup prize money of 42 million euros was diverted to TourProt Entertainment, a company with no football connections, according to investigative reports. The Argentine Football Association is under FBI investigation for
FIFA Referee Chief Denies World Cup Decisions Face Pressure
FIFA's refereeing chief denies that 2026 World Cup officials face external pressure despite widespread criticism of controversial decisions favoring Argentina and questions about FIFA President Infantino's involvement in overturning a playe
De Bruyne Takes Break Before Returning To Napoli
Kevin De Bruyne will take time off after Belgium's World Cup semi-final exit before rejoining Napoli for the Serie A season.
FIFA Discipline Chair Refuses To Answer Questions On Quansah Ban
FIFA's disciplinary committee chairman refused to answer questions about England defender Jarrell Quansah's two-match suspension, which England manager Thomas Tuchel says was handed down without explanation.
Paolo Maldini Accepts Italy Technical Director Role
Paolo Maldini, AC Milan legend, has been appointed Italy's new technical director on a four-year contract to help revitalize the national team after three consecutive World Cup qualification failures.
Ken Bates, Former Chelsea and Leeds Owner, Dies at 94
Ken Bates, who transformed Chelsea from a debt-ridden second-division club into a major trophy winner before selling it to Roman Abramovich in 2003, has died at 94 in Monaco.