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1h ago Kane confirms golf session with Trump
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The talented Cold War Steve returns with another timely World Cup 2026 collage. Examine the details closely!

Additional comments from Thomas Tuchel. His advice centers on making the most of the moment.

"We must link to our core identity, draw on our strengths, stay aggressive and show courage. This is a quarter-final where boldness brings fortune. No one should look back with doubts after such a match. We must commit fully. That matters above all."

A quick note on the remaining quarter-final start times, which fall this evening or early tomorrow depending on location.

England v Norway: 5pm EDT/10pm BST/7am AEST
Argentina v Switzerland: 8pm local time/2am BST/11am AEST

Emma Hayes warns England to respect Norway's team cohesion and shared purpose instead of focusing solely on one standout name.

Is this the close of Belgium's standout era? Jeff Rueter believes it is, and many share that view.

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente expresses strong hopes for the upcoming semi-final clash against France. We share that outlook. Jeff Rueter provides quotes from both De La Fuente and Belgian coach Rudi Garcia after the match.

David Hytner's latest dispatch from the England setup. Thomas Tuchel brings a long record against Erling Haaland.

Kane confirms golf outing with Trump

Before England meets Norway, here is the latest on this topic. England captain Harry Kane has verified that he once played golf with U.S. President Donald Trump, calling the occasion unusual and complimenting the president's skill on the course.

Trump mentioned to reporters earlier this week that he had golfed with Kane and described the striker as a strong player and solid golfer.

During Friday remarks ahead of the World Cup quarter-final versus Norway, Kane verified the round occurred in Palm Beach, Florida, roughly 18 months earlier.

"I performed decently, in truth," Kane told reporters in Miami. "He asked me to join when I was visiting Palm Beach. Well, when the president extends an invitation...

"It felt quite unusual simply to meet him and then play golf together. His golf stands up well, honestly," Kane continued. "I hope to match that level at his age. It was a rare moment and I appreciated the invitation to join him."

Trump had praised the Bayern Munich striker on his Truth Social account after England's 3-2 round-of-16 win against Mexico, stating: "Harry Kane of England is a GREAT player!!!" The next day Trump disclosed the golf meeting.

"I view Kane as a fine player," Trump said. "We played golf and I think highly of him. He handles the clubs well. He is truly excellent."

(Reuters)

We begin with Spain's 2-1 victory against Belgium. Sid Lowe reported from Los Angeles where Mikel Merino delivered another late decisive goal.

Preamble

France, Spain, England, Norway, Argentina or Switzerland will claim the World Cup. Few foresaw this group when the event opened many weeks back. The situation looks compelling for the six sides still standing, and by this time tomorrow the field will shrink to four. Quite a development.

The evening features the anticipated contest between Harry Kane's England and Erling Haaland's Norway in Miami, followed by defending champions Argentina against Switzerland in Kansas City. Coverage of those fixtures and reaction to Spain's win over Belgium begins here. We have reached the decisive phase. Time to begin!