World Cup 2026: Scotland fall flat; USA into knockouts; Turkey’s exit and Almíron’s red for covering mouth – live

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Some non-World Cup news now, from the ever-busy Matt Hughes:

Manchester City are close to reaching a financial settlement with Chelsea that will enable them to appoint Enzo Maresca as their new manager.

This country is big enough to host a vibrant and fulfilling World Cup; it is simultaneously capable of hosting one that passes entirely unnoticed.