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Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho admitted he hopes his players are eliminated early from the 2026 World Cup so they can return in time for preseason preparations.
England midfielder Eberechi Eze dismissed speculation surrounding an alleged curse on Harry Kane, saying he was uninterested in the claims after the striker’s goalless draw against Ghana.
Morocco, South Africa and Côte d’Ivoire have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32, while six other African nations remain in contention ahead of decisive final group matches.
The Netherlands defeated Tunisia 3-1 to finish top of Group F with seven points, avoiding Brazil in the Round of 32 and setting up a knockout clash against Morocco.
The United States suffered a dramatic 3-2 defeat to Turkey after conceding a stoppage-time winner, but still advanced as Group D winners and will face Bosnia-Herzegovina in the Round of 32.
South Africa coach Hugo Broos says his team silenced critics after defeating South Korea to reach the World Cup knockout stage for the first time in history.
Former Chelsea midfielder Craig Burley has questioned Neymar’s ability to influence Brazil’s World Cup campaign, claiming the veteran forward appeared sluggish during his return against Scotland.
Jose Mourinho has named Portugal and England as his leading contenders to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, praising both teams’ quality ahead of the Round of 32 stage.
FIFA has suspended Nepal from international football activities over alleged third-party interference in the management of its football federation. The ban will remain until FIFA's governance requirements are met.
Former England striker Ian Wright has criticised Canada coach Jesse Marsch after Canada’s 2-1 World Cup defeat to Switzerland, saying tactical decisions cost the team home advantage and group leadership.
South Africa defeated South Korea 1-0 to reach the FIFA World Cup knockout stage for the first time. Thapelo Maseko’s winner secured a historic qualification for Bafana Bafana.
Bosnia-Herzegovina secured a historic place in the World Cup knockout rounds after defeating Qatar 3-1, advancing as one of the tournament’s best third-placed teams for the first time.
