Veteran Vozinha the Cape Verde hero as keeper shuts out Spain

Vozinha broke down in tears at the end of Monday's 0-0 draw with Spain after the 40-year-old was mobbed by his teammates following a stunning display.

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Goalscorer Kamada credits ex-Palace boss Glasner for his Japan turnaround

The midfielder has become a vital cog in a Japan side determined to make a major impact at the World Cup.

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Rangers get off to hot start, hold off Red Sox

Willson Contreras homered twice ⁠on his 3-for-4 night and Masataka Yoshida went 2-for-4 with a double and run scored to lead ⁠the Red Sox.

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Sweden demolishes Tunisia 5-1 to seize control of World Cup group

Earlier in Group F, Japan scored late to draw 2-2 against the Netherlands.

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Hamilton ends Antonelli’s run with first win for Ferrari

Antonelli retired five laps from the end with an electrical shutdown while in second place and saw his lead over ‌Hamilton slashed ‌to 41 points.

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French salt enters the sumo ring in Paris

Paris' first major sumo event in decades will use 200 kg of custom French salt, an essential element in the sport's centuries-old purification rituals.

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Japan coach takes responsibility for Wataru Endo going home

Following his withdrawal, Endo announced his retirement from international competition altogether.

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