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England beat Democratic Republic of Congo to advance to last 16July 1, 2026, 19:03Updated July 1, 2026 19:38Harry Kane was England’s hero against the Democratic Republic of Congo. (Image: Steph Chambers – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)England defeated the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the first knockout stage and will face co-hosts Mexico in the last 16 of the World Cup. Thomas Tuchel’s side won 2-1 thanks to two goals from Harry Kane.The Three Lions found themselves staring down a shock defeat when they fell behind in the opening seven minutes thanks to a goal from Brian Shipenga. They might…
Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has confirmed that he has entered into negotiations to become Germany national team manager. Germany is looking for a new coach after coach Julian Nagelsmann decided to step down after being eliminated from the World Cup.Nagelsmann led Germany to the last 32 of the World Cup, but they lost to Paraguay on penalties and missed out on a potential last-16 encounter with France.Klopp has been linked with a return to the dugout since leaving Liverpool in 2024, during which time he became head of global football at Red Bull.The 59-year-old revealed that the German Football…
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) – Lionel Messi wiped the sweat from his forehead and breathed a sigh of relief. So did his Argentine teammates.Thrilling and unforgettable world cup The game against underdog Cape Verde was over and the defending champions survived after being pushed to the brink.Cape Verde tied the score again in regulation and overtime, but the Blue Sharks were unable to respond to Argentina’s third goal and La Albiceleste won 3-2 on Friday to advance to the Round of 16.Even in defeat, the performance of Cape Verde, a small island nation off the west coast of Africa, will…
During England’s 2-1 win over the Democratic Republic of the Congo, late substitute Declan Rice was seen icing his quadriceps, putting his participation in the Round of 16 match against Mexico in doubt.July 1, 2026, 22:21Updated July 1, 2026 22:21Declan Rice was sent off against Democratic Republic of CongoEngland star Declan Rice insisted he was “as good as gold” despite having to be substituted in the embers of a 2-1 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo. Rice, 27, limped on as a substitute for John Stones moments after Harry Kane scored Atlanta’s second goal to complete a comeback.The Arsenal…
England are due to play Mexico in the last 16 in Mexico City from 1am UK time on Monday, but there was talk of moving the game forward by six hours to 7pm due to fears of severe storms.England were left deeply dissatisfied, not only because they had to be kept in the dark and learn of the possible changes through the media, but because it threatened to seriously disrupt their preparations.Despite Three Lions players publicly expressing displeasure at the proposed change, which has yet to be officially confirmed, FIFA ultimately opted to maintain the original kick-off time after considering…
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — As Australia faces a shootout; world cupcoach Toni Popovich replaced the tournament-first goalkeeper, who had found the back of the net late in overtime and had already made a crucial stop, with a more experienced goalkeeper.And after Egypt converted the first three shots in the penalty shootout, Popovic sent out 18-year-old defender Lucas Herrington to take the much-needed kick.Neither move worked for the Socceroos in the Round of 32. Egypt beat Australia 4-2 in penalty shootout It came after a 1-1 draw on Friday.Herrington’s mistake set up Hossam Abdelmaguid for the game-clinching goal. Keeper Matthew Ryan,…
England beat the Democratic Republic of Congo 2-1 in Atlanta and advanced to the World Cup last 16 thanks to captain Harry Kane’s sensational brace.Manager Thomas Tuchel was without two defenders from England’s World Cup win over Democratic Republic of Congo.Jarrell Quansah did not actually feature for England against the Democratic Republic of the Congo, despite being on the bench.The Three Lions defender injured his ankle after starting in New Jersey’s 2-0 win against Panama last weekend.The issue led to his exit, and manager Thomas Tuchel later said in his pre-match press conference in Atlanta that both Quansah and Reece…
Due to tournament safety regulations, lightning strikes within 8 miles of the stadium will result in an automatic 30-minute delay. As a result of this, France’s group stage match against Iraq was suspended for more than an hour at halftime. Meanwhile, Mexico’s second match against Ecuador was postponed due to heavy rain.It is hoped that kick-off time will be brought forward by six hours to avoid the worst of the weather and minimize potential delays.The new schedule has not yet been finalized, but there are reports that FIFA is discussing changes to the original kick-off time.The FA is thought to…
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) – Egypt coach Hossam Hassan says he believes the matter has been resolved after he and team director Ibrahim Hassan got into a physical confrontation with police at the team hotel in Dallas.The video started circulating last Thursday. Egypt defeats Australia in round 32 world cupwhich shows both men arguing with a Dallas police officer, apparently over a player preparing to take a photo with a young fan in a hotel lobby.The officer first approached Hossam Hassan, but the interaction with Ibrahim Hassan turned into a jostling. Ibrahim Hassan appeared upset by the police intervention.Dallas police said…
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s medical officer shared sad news about coach Sébastien Desabre’s family at the end of a press conference at the World Cup in Atlanta.05:22, July 2, 2026Updated July 2, 2026, 06:55Democratic Republic of the Congo coach’s father’s death announced at press conferenceDR Congo manager Sebastien Desabre watched as the news of his father’s death was announced to the world at the end of the post-match press conference following their side’s 2-1 loss to England in the Round of 32 in Atlanta.Desabre was taking questions from World Cup reporters when the Democratic Republic of Congo’s communications director…