Canada clinch historic World Cup knockout win, South Korea coach quits
Hong Myung-bo resigns after South Korea exit the World Cup in groups, finishing behind Mexico and South Africa. President Lee urges a probe, citing ‘favoritism and cronyism’ in selection.
Host-nation referees at the World Cup wear Adidas kits with sleeve stripes in national colours, as seen with Tori Penso, Katia Itzel Garcia and Drew Fischer.
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle says 1-1 draws with Zimbabwe and South Africa cost World Cup 2026 qualification, with the Super Eagles later losing to DR Congo on penalties in the playoffs.
Argentina’s Emiliano Martinez says he can play Cape Verde without finger protection after group wins over Algeria, Austria and Jordan. Romero remains a doubt with a knee issue.
Predicted Norway XI vs Ivory Coast: Nyland; Ryerson, Ajer, Heggem, Moller Wolfe; Odegaard, Aursnes, Berge; Sorloth, Haaland, Nusa. Ryerson a fitness doubt; Haaland leads the line.
Shamrock Rovers captain Pico Lopes inspires United FC kids as he represents Cape Verde at the World Cup, with players praising his support and performances against top sides.
Stephen Eustáquio strikes in 90+2 to beat South Africa 1-0, sealing Canada’s first men’s World Cup knockout win. Alphonso Davies returns late. Canada face Netherlands or Morocco on 7/4 in Houston.
England’s Jordan Pickford readies for shootouts in the World Cup knockouts, focusing on saving and taking penalties given his past spot-kick role.
Analysis: Ancelotti’s 4-1-3-2 leaves gaps wide and burdens Casemiro. Japan’s 3-4-2-1 and wing-backs could overload flanks and outnumber Brazil’s press, making this last-32 tie tactically risky.
Netherlands meet Morocco in Monterrey, 2am UK on ITV1 and ITVX. Both reached the World Cup R32 after strong groups, with Morocco eyeing another deep run.
Gallery showcases standout boot-kit pairings from the World Cup, highlighting custom launches and colour-matched combinations worn during the tournament.
Debate on 48-team World Cup groups: shocks like Cape Verde advancing, but limited jeopardy for giants due to best third-placed rule and head-to-head tiebreaker.
Knockouts spotlight four prospects: Mexico’s Gilberto Mora, Switzerland’s Johan Manzambi, Brazil’s Rayan and Senegal’s Ibrahim Mbaye, each impressing in World Cup 2026 with milestone goals or assists.
Portugal face Croatia in Toronto for a last‑16 spot. Martinez leans on Ronaldo, Leao and Bruno. Croatia, led by Modric and Kramaric, must improve after 2-4 vs England. Tip: Portugal win, under 2.5 goals.
World Cup R32 previews: Brazil tipped to edge Japan 2-1 after extra time, Germany backed 2-1 over Paraguay. Winners would meet Ivory Coast or Norway.
Mark McGhee slams Scotland’s ‘abject’ World Cup, citing a ‘diabolical’ 1-0 over Haiti and defeats to Morocco and Brazil, saying Steve Clarke’s resignation was inevitable and a foreign coach should be eyed.
After Bafana’s R32 exit, Tsepo Masilela hails defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi as ‘the complete package’, backing the Orlando Pirates star to reach a top European league.
WW1-era England women’s pioneers are honoured at a World Cup museum display in Kansas, featuring memorabilia shared by historian Steve Bolton to spotlight the Lionesses’ early legacy.
Gab Marcotti selects a World Cup group-stage best XI, celebrating standout stars and underdog stories from the opening phase.
Germany face Paraguay in the World Cup R32 at Boston Stadium, 9.30pm UK, live on BBC One and iPlayer. Highlights on BBC and ITV platforms. Germany topped Group E, Paraguay advanced as a best third.
Podcast: Canada’s last-gasp 1-0 over South Africa sends them to the World Cup last 16 to face Netherlands or Morocco. Also Group J drama and Messi scoring off the bench.
