Morocco stun Netherlands on pens as Brazil edge Japan
After reaching the World Cup knockouts, South Africa must solve striker woes, add power and pace, build resilience, cut errors, start faster, and send more players abroad, says Broos and squad.
Japan lead through Kaishu Sano but Brazil rally, Casemiro equalises and Martinelli scores at 95 to win 2-1 in Houston, ending Japan’s World Cup run and breaking hearts in Tokyo.
Cody Gakpo scores for Netherlands against Morocco at the World Cup, then breaks down in tears days after the loss of his unborn son.
Norway face Ivory Coast for a place in the World Cup last 16. Stale Solbakken rested stars in the France game, making 10 changes, and now recalls Erling Haaland and key names for the knockout push.
Australia’s 18-year-old centre back Lucas Herrington eyes facing Egypt’s Mohamed Salah in the World Cup round of 32 after starring in a 0-0 vs Paraguay that secured second place in Group D.
Paraguay oust Germany on pens after 1-1 AET, Gill saves twice, Canale converts. Brazil beat Japan 2-1 with Martinelli’s 95th-minute winner. Morocco edge Netherlands on pens to face Canada.
USA seek to improve poor World Cup knockout record, with only one win since 1930, as they host Bosnia-Herzegovina in Santa Clara in the elimination round.
Morocco reach last 16 after 1-1 draw and 3-2 pens vs Netherlands. Bounou denies Summerville, Saibari nets winner after Diop’s stoppage-time header forced extra time. Canada await in Houston.
Mexico and Ecuador meet in the World Cup last 32 at Estadio Azteca. Mexico lead H2H 17-4 with 7 draws, including a 2-1 win at the 2002 Finals. Recent clashes tight, two 0-0s, Ecuador won 3-2 in 2021.
Norway boss Stale Solbakken hails ‘powerhouse’ Erling Haaland’s leadership after four group goals as Norway prepare for a tight World Cup round of 32 tie with Ivory Coast in Arlington.
