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The 32 year old scored 73 goals in 65 matches for Bayern and England during the 2025 and 2026 season.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/24/harry-kane-set-to-stay-at-bayern-as-new-contract-nears?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/24/harry-kane-set-to-stay-at-bayern-as-new-contract-nears?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:36:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/harry_kane_bayern_munich_set_to_stay_for_a_new_contract.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Karim Adeyemi Backs Lamine Yamal While Chasing Champions League Success at Barcelona]]></title><description><![CDATA[Karim Adeyemi has completed his move from Borussia Dortmund to Barcelona on a deal until 2031 and says winning the Champions League is his main target. The 24-year-old praised 19-year-old Lamine Yamal but admitted matching Lionel Messi's level is difficult.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/24/karim-adeyemi-backs-lamine-yamal-while-chasing-champions-league-success-at-barcelona?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/24/karim-adeyemi-backs-lamine-yamal-while-chasing-champions-league-success-at-barcelona?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:29:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/karim_adeyemi_lamine_yamal_fc_barcelona.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Erling Haalands Raccoon Steals Spotlight During Norways World Cup Homecoming]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norway's World Cup squad received a hero's welcome in Oslo after their quarterfinal exit, with F-35 fighter jets escorting the team and more than 100,000 fans lining the streets. Erling Haaland grabbed attention by bringing home a $750 taxidermy raccoon from Dallas. ]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/24/erling-haalands-raccoon-steals-spotlight-during-norways-world-cup-homecoming?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/24/erling-haalands-raccoon-steals-spotlight-during-norways-world-cup-homecoming?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 11:35:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/erling_haalands_raccoon_steals_spotlight.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robert Lewandowski Explains Lamine Yamals World Cup Form After Injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lamine Yamal played a key role in Spain's 2026 FIFA World Cup triumph despite not being at full fitness. After missing around 8 weeks with a hamstring injury, the 19-year-old featured in 8 matches, scored 1 goal, and completed a tournament-best 35 dribbles in 616 minutes.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/24/robert-lewandowski-explains-lamine-yamals-world-cup-form-after-injury?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/24/robert-lewandowski-explains-lamine-yamals-world-cup-form-after-injury?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 11:32:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/robert_lewandowski_explains_lamine_yamals_world_cup_form_after_injury.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barcelona Confirm Frenkie de Jong Suffers MCL Knee Injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona have confirmed that midfielder Frenkie de Jong has suffered a tear of the medial collateral ligament (MCL) in his right knee. The 29 year old picked up the injury while representing the Netherlands at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. ]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/24/barcelona-confirm-frenkie-de-jong-suffers-mcl-knee-injury?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/24/barcelona-confirm-frenkie-de-jong-suffers-mcl-knee-injury?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:49:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/de_jong_mcl_knee_injury_barcelona_goal.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real Madrid Reveal Bold Green Away Kit for New Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid have unveiled their new away kit for the upcoming season, featuring a striking green design with Adidas' signature white shoulder stripes. Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Jr. and Athenea del Castillo fronted the launch campaign. ]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/24/real-madrid-reveal-bold-green-away-kit-for-new-season?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/24/real-madrid-reveal-bold-green-away-kit-for-new-season?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:48:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/real_madrid_green_away_kit_yahoo_sports.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manchester United Reignite Interest in Real Madrid Midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United have revived their pursuit of Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni despite reports of a new contract agreement. The 26 year old remains a priority as INEOS continue strengthening midfield after signing Andrey Santos for £50 million and Youri Tielemans for £35 million.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/23/manchester-united-reignite-interest-in-real-madrid-midfielder-aurelien-tchouameni?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/23/manchester-united-reignite-interest-in-real-madrid-midfielder-aurelien-tchouameni?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:18:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/aurelien_tchouameni_real_madrid_manchester_united_reignite_interest_midfielder.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ferran Torres Nears Barcelona Exit as Contract Talks Stall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ferran Torres is increasingly likely to leave Barcelona this summer, with reports suggesting there is an 80% chance of his departure and only a 20% chance of him staying. While rumours linked him with Real Madrid, those claims have been dismissed.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/23/ferran-torres-nears-barcelona-exit-as-contract-talks-stall?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/23/ferran-torres-nears-barcelona-exit-as-contract-talks-stall?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:12:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/ferran_torres_fc_barcelona_nears_exit_contract_talks.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo Set to End Historic Portugal Career in September?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reports suggest Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, could retire from international football after Portugal's UEFA Nations League match against Wales on September 24 at Lisbon's Jose Alvalade Stadium. The venue is significant as it hosted his Portugal debut in 2003. ]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/22/cristiano-ronaldo-set-to-end-historic-portugal-career-in-september?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/22/cristiano-ronaldo-set-to-end-historic-portugal-career-in-september?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:36:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/ronaldo_end_portugal_career_september_cnn.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Javier Tebas Slams FIFA Over Proposed 64-Team World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[La Liga president Javier Tebas has criticised FIFA's proposal to expand the 2030 FIFA World Cup to 64 teams, calling it irresponsible and harmful to football. He argued that domestic leagues are being sidelined for a 40-day tournament involving only a small percentage of players.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/22/javier-tebas-slams-fifa-over-proposed-64-team-world-cup?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/22/javier-tebas-slams-fifa-over-proposed-64-team-world-cup?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:34:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/tebas_slams_fifa_64_team_world_cup_espn.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barcelona Continue to Track Julián Álvarez After World Cup 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona remains interested in signing Julián Álvarez despite Argentina's defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Club president Joan Laporta and sporting director Deco still consider the Atlético Madrid striker a priority for Hansi Flick's squad. ]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/21/barcelona-continue-to-track-julian-alvarez-after-world-cup-2026?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/21/barcelona-continue-to-track-julian-alvarez-after-world-cup-2026?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:25:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/barcelona_continue_to_track_julian_alvarez_after_world_cup_2026.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rudi Garcia Leaves Belgium After World Cup Quarter Final Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgium head coach Rudi Garcia has stepped down after the team's FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign ended with a quarter final defeat to eventual champions Spain. The 62 year old managed the Red Devils for 18 months after taking charge in January 2025. Under Garcia, Belgium reached the last eight.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/21/rudi-garcia-leaves-belgium-after-world-cup-quarter-final-exit?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/21/rudi-garcia-leaves-belgium-after-world-cup-quarter-final-exit?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:21:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/rudi_garcia_leaves_belgium_after_world_cup_quarter_final_exit.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paredes-Garcia Clash Overshadows Spains World Cup Triumph]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but the celebrations were briefly overshadowed by a post-match altercation. Leandro Paredes appeared to grab Eric Garcia by the throat, sparking a scuffle involving both squads before officials intervened.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/20/paredes-garcia-clash-overshadows-spains-world-cup-triumph?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/20/paredes-garcia-clash-overshadows-spains-world-cup-triumph?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:34:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/leandro_paredes_eric_garcia_fifa_world_cup_2026.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain Edge Argentina in Extra Time to Lift Second FIFA World Cup Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win their second FIFA World Cup, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute. Luis de la Fuente's side dominated throughout, restricting Argentina to just two shots in 120 minutes.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/20/spain-edge-argentina-in-extra-time-to-lift-second-fifa-world-cup-title?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/20/spain-edge-argentina-in-extra-time-to-lift-second-fifa-world-cup-title?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:30:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/spain_football_team_fifa_world_cup_2026_edge_argentina.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robert Lewandowski Set to Boost Chicago Fire After Barcelona Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Robert Lewandowski has joined Chicago Fire on a 2 year deal after leaving Barcelona, where he scored 119 goals in 192 matches and won 3 La Liga titles. The 37 year old hopes to compete for trophies in MLS.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/17/robert-lewandowski-set-to-boost-chicago-fire-after-barcelona-exit?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/17/robert-lewandowski-set-to-boost-chicago-fire-after-barcelona-exit?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:52:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/robert_lewandowski_retirement_barcelona_exit_bbc.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Erling Haaland Accepts Tom Hollands Long Delayed Dinner Invitation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland, who scored 7 goals for Norway at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and gained over 20 million Instagram followers, finally responded to Tom Holland's unanswered dinner invitation. Holland had revealed on The Tonight Show that his message went unanswered. ]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/17/erling-haaland-accepts-tom-hollands-long-delayed-dinner-invitation?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/17/erling-haaland-accepts-tom-hollands-long-delayed-dinner-invitation?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:51:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/erling_haaland_accepts_tom_hollands_long_delayed_dinner_invitation.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea Deletes Enzo Fernández Goal Post After Fan Backlash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea faced criticism after posting a celebratory message for Enzo Fernández following his equalising goal in Argentina's 2-1 World Cup semi final win over England. Many supporters questioned why an English club celebrated a goal against England. The club quickly removed the post.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/17/chelsea-deletes-enzo-fernandez-goal-post-after-fan-backlash?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/17/chelsea-deletes-enzo-fernandez-goal-post-after-fan-backlash?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:45:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/chelsea_deletes_enzo_fernandez_goal_post_after_fan_backlash.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Olise Rejects Real Madrid Interest and Commits to Bayern Munich]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Olise has confirmed his commitment to Bayern Munich despite transfer links with Real Madrid. The 24 year old winger, contracted until 2029 without a release clause, has not requested a move. Bayern are reportedly planning a new deal with higher wages. ]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/17/michael-olise-rejects-real-madrid-interest-and-commits-to-bayern-munich?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/17/michael-olise-rejects-real-madrid-interest-and-commits-to-bayern-munich?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:28:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/michael_olise_rejects_real_madrid_interest_and_commits_to_bayern_munich.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ballon dOr Confirms Ronaldo Remains Eligible Despite Saudi Move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo remains eligible to win the Ballon d'Or despite playing for Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia. The award organisers confirmed there are no restrictions on players competing outside Europe since the 2007 rule change.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/17/ballon-dor-confirms-ronaldo-remains-eligible-despite-saudi-move?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/17/ballon-dor-confirms-ronaldo-remains-eligible-despite-saudi-move?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:32:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/cristiano_ronaldo_ballon_dor.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi Backs Argentinas Fighting Spirit Before World Cup Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina captain Lionel Messi praised his team's resilience after their 2-1 comeback win over England in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal. The 39 year old set up both late goals for Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez, sending Argentina into the final against Spain.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/17/lionel-messi-backs-argentinas-fighting-spirit-before-world-cup-final?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/17/lionel-messi-backs-argentinas-fighting-spirit-before-world-cup-final?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:27:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/lionel_messi_fifa_world_cup_2026_backs_argentinas_fighting_spirit.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harry Kane Heartbroken After Englands Late World Cup Semi Final Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[England captain Harry Kane said the team was devastated after a 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi final. England led through Anthony Gordon's 55th minute goal before Enzo Fernandez equalised and Lautaro Martinez scored the stoppage time winner.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/16/harry-kane-heartbroken-after-englands-late-world-cup-semi-final-exit?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/16/harry-kane-heartbroken-after-englands-late-world-cup-semi-final-exit?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:29:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/harry_kane_heartbroken_after_englands_late_world_cup_semi_final_exit.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina Stun England with Late Fightback to Reach World Cup Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina produced a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal to book a place in the final against Spain. Anthony Gordon gave England the lead in the 55th minute, but Enzo Fernandez equalised in the 85th. Lautaro Martinez headed in the stoppage time winner.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/16/argentina-stun-england-with-late-fightback-to-reach-world-cup-final?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/16/argentina-stun-england-with-late-fightback-to-reach-world-cup-final?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:25:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/argentina_stun_england_with_late_fightback_to_reach_world_cup_final.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi vs Harry Kane Set for Historic World Cup Final Spot ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 FIFA World Cup final promises a blockbuster as Lionel Messi's Argentina face Harry Kane's England. Kane has scored 6 goals in 6 matches and aims to end England's 60-year World Cup title drought. ]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/15/lionel-messi-vs-harry-kane-set-for-historic-world-cup-final-spot?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/15/lionel-messi-vs-harry-kane-set-for-historic-world-cup-final-spot?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:34:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/messi_vs_harry_kane_world_cup_final_wfin.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain Beats France 2-0 to Reach FIFA World Cup 2026 Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain produced a disciplined display to defeat France 2-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal and book its place in the final after 16 years. 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Spain, unbeaten since a goalless draw with Cape Verde, have conceded only one goal in their last six to seven matches.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/14/didier-deschamps-labels-spain-favourites-ahead-of-world-cup-semi-final-against-france?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/14/didier-deschamps-labels-spain-favourites-ahead-of-world-cup-semi-final-against-france?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:17:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/france_football_team_spain_football_team_fifa_world_cup_2026_the_hindu.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why English Referees Cannot Officiate an Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 Final?]]></title><description><![CDATA[If Argentina reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, English referees Michael Oliver and Anthony Taylor will not be eligible to officiate.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/14/why-english-referees-cannot-officiate-an-argentina-fifa-world-cup-2026-final?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/14/why-english-referees-cannot-officiate-an-argentina-fifa-world-cup-2026-final?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:07:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/england_football_team_argentina_football_team_fifa_world_cup_2026_The_Financial_Express.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harry Kane Accepts Tuchels Criticism Ahead of Englands World Cup Semi Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[England captain Harry Kane backed Thomas Tuchel's tough assessment after the 2-1 quarter final win over Norway, saying the manager is pushing the team to reach a higher level.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/13/harry-kane-accepts-tuchels-criticism-ahead-of-englands-world-cup-semi-final?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/13/harry-kane-accepts-tuchels-criticism-ahead-of-englands-world-cup-semi-final?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:00:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/harry_kane_summer_move_barcelona_goal.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi Confronts Referee During Argentinas World Cup Quarterfinal Win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi was involved in a heated exchange with referee João Pinheiro during Argentina's 3-1 extra time victory over Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal. The incident happened before a Swiss free kick, with Messi objecting to the referee's approach.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/13/lionel-messi-confronts-referee-during-argentinas-world-cup-quarterfinal-win?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/13/lionel-messi-confronts-referee-during-argentinas-world-cup-quarterfinal-win?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:56:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/lionel_messi_confronts_referee_fifa_world_cup_2026.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jurgen Klopp Reveals Liverpools Failed Pursuit of Kylian Mbappe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp revealed the club made an extraordinary effort to sign Kylian Mbappe in 2017, arranging a private jet and meeting with the striker's family in France. Despite the extensive talks, the then 18 year old chose Paris Saint Germain in a deal worth €180 million.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/10/jurgen-klopp-reveals-liverpools-failed-pursuit-of-kylian-mbappe?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/10/jurgen-klopp-reveals-liverpools-failed-pursuit-of-kylian-mbappe?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:01:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/jurgen_klopp_liverpool_fc.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Andrey Santos Tipped to Replace Casemiro at Manchester United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United have signed Andrey Santos from Chelsea as Casemiro prepares to join Inter Miami. Brazil's coaching staff reportedly see the 21 year old midfielder as Casemiro's long term successor in the national team.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/10/andrey-santos-tipped-to-replace-casemiro-at-manchester-united?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/10/andrey-santos-tipped-to-replace-casemiro-at-manchester-united?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:56:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/andrey_santos_manchester_united.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item></channel></rss>