Spain held by Cape Verde Islands in World Cup stalemate
Spain and Cape Verde Islands played out a cagey 0-0 draw at the FIFA World Cup 2026, leaving Group B finely poised after the first round.
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Kickoff XICucurella Completes Shock Real Madrid Move
Marc Cucurella has completed a surprise €60 million transfer from Chelsea to Real Madrid, with Fabrizio Romano confirming the verbal agreement between all parties.
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