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End beckons again for Ronaldo after Portugal Euros KO
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New Zealand edge England 16-15 in tense, brutal first Test
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Turkey take on Dutch in politically charged Euros quarter-final, England face Swiss
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Canada stun Venezuela on penalties to reach Copa semis
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France beat Portugal on penalties to reach Euro 2024 semi-finals
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