Jeremy Cross

Marcus Rashford remains intent on leaving Manchester United before the summer transfer window closes, but Sir Jim Ratcliffe reportedly will not approve a move to Premier League rivals including Arsenal, Liverpool or Manchester City. Loan options at Chelsea, Aston Villa and Tottenham have also been ruled out, increasing the likelihood of another move overseas. Rashford would prefer a permanent transfer after Barcelona declined to sign him for £24 million, while he could otherwise remain at United until 2028 or use next season to attract a buyer. Separately, United are considering Club Brugge left-back Joaquin Seys after Newcastle’s Lewis Hall was deemed too expensive.

England face disruption from large groups of Mexico supporters planning noisy gatherings outside their World Cup hotel before their knockout match in Mexico City. The FA aims to keep the hotel location undisclosed and manage logistical challenges under FIFA rules requiring early arrival. Similar disturbances targeted Ecuador before their match against Mexico, prompting a formal complaint to FIFA. Mexico enter the clash in strong form, unbeaten and yet to concede at the Azteca Stadium.

FIFA is not expected to investigate claims that Austria and Algeria deliberately played for a draw in their World Cup group match, which ended 3-3 after a late Austrian equaliser. Critics allege the result benefited both teams, though Austria manager Ralf Rangnick rejected the claims and Riyad Mahrez called the end of the match awkward. Austria advance to face Spain, while Algeria move on to a knockout match against Switzerland.