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Argentina’s defence of their World Cup crown is still on course despite surviving a monumental upset against Cape Verde in the round of 32.Lionel Messi and co needed extra time to defeat the third-smallest country to ever qualify for the World Cup, as an 111th-minute own goal sent the Albiceleste through to the round of 16, where they face Egypt.After coming through a group consisting of Austria, Algeria and Jordan unscathed, Argentina looked to be a solid bet to reach at least the semi-final again, but the task of taking on…

The DWP is getting enhanced powers under the Labour government09:26, 07 Jul 2026View 3 ImagesThe DWP is receiving strengthened powers(Image: Kathrin Ziegler via Getty Images)The Department for Work and Pensions has pledged a clampdown on Universal Credit - with benefit recipients monitored for 18 indicators of fraud.The DWP is receiving strengthened powers under the Labour Party administration as it seeks to tackle error and fraud. A fresh 'eligibility verification' provision in the new Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and!-->!-->…

Arsenal are set to ramp up their transfer market activity with a number of deals expected to be completed in the coming weeks as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his squad09:10, 07 Jul 2026Updated 09:10, 07 Jul 2026View 3 ImagesMikel Arteta is set to be busy in the transfer window(Image: Getty Images)Arsenal's transfer activity is set to ramp up as Mikel Arteta prepares his Premier League champions for their title defence.Piero Hincapie stands as the Gunners' sole senior signing after the 24-year-old defender made his loan…

Manchester United chiefs are reportedly set to fly out for transfer talks with one of the club's priority targets as Michael Carrick's side prepare to return for pre-season08:52, 07 Jul 2026Updated 08:52, 07 Jul 2026View 4 ImagesMichael Carrick is yet to secure his first signing at Manchester UnitedManchester United are set to be active in the summer transfer market as the World Cup approaches its final stages. If reports are to be believed, the club's executives could be flying in for transfer discussions.With Michael…