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Despite the heartbreak of a World Cup semi-final loss, there are plenty of reasons to be optimistic about England's footballing future.
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How World Cup final could be pivotal in Ballon d'Or race
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Messi 'never doubted' Argentina would go far again. Video, 00:00:50
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England could not get momentum back - Tuchel. Video, 00:01:41
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I let everyone down with penalty miss - Messi. Video, 00:01:06
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What Haaland's home town did when Norway beat Brazil. Video, 00:02:42
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Final two World Cup matches to be shown live on BBC
Saturday's World Cup third-place play-off between England and France and Sunday's World Cup final will both be live on BBC TV.
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The friends who drove from Ghana to the World Cup. Video, 00:01:51
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In spotlight but shunning limelight - Olise's unique rise to top
A footballer who dislikes too much media attention, but Michael Olise might not have much choice if he carries on his World Cup heroics.
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Should teams bring on players just for penalty shootouts?
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Hearts sign goalkeeper Reus as Schwolow departs
Heart of Midlothian announce the imminent departure of Alexander Schwolow and the arrival of a replacement goalkeeper, Beau Reus.
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Women's football news

Aston Villa sign defender Harviken from Juventus
Aston Villa have signed Norway international Mathilde Harviken from Juventus.
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Defender Cascarino joins West Ham in permanent deal
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Birmingham City sign Canada defender Levasseur
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Record crowd as Kerr returns to Gotham FC
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French defender Rastocle signs for Birmingham
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Palace sign England Under-23 striker Lloyd-Smith
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