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Marcelo Bielsa reflects on a legacy left behind as his Uruguay tenure concludes
Marcelo Bielsa has ended his time as Uruguay manager following a group-stage exit at the World Cup, admitting that his three-year tenure ultimately failed to leave a meaningful legacy.
England, Portugal, Ghana, Egypt, and Paraguay Secure Knockout Spots in World Cup
England, Portugal, Ghana, Egypt, and Paraguay have qualified for the 2026 World Cup knockout phase after securing enough points to guarantee their advancement.
How Cape Verde Achieved a Historic World Cup Knockout Spot to Face Argentina
Cape Verde has made history as the smallest nation to advance to the World Cup knockout stage, earning a match against Argentina after a resilient group stage performance.
England Secures Spot in World Cup Round of 32
England has qualified for the World Cup knockout rounds following Spain's win over Uruguay, despite lingering injury concerns for Reece James and Declan Rice.
Haaland benched as France dominates Norway in group finale
Ousmane Dembele’s early hat-trick powered France to a 4-1 win over Norway, as manager Stale Solbakken opted to rest Erling Haaland and nine other regulars following Norway's qualification for the knockout stages.
Sebastien Desabre Urges DR Congo to Embrace Risk for World Cup Advancement
Coach Sebastien Desabre aims to keep DR Congo’s World Cup ambitions active by targeting a win against Uzbekistan, relying on the resurgence of forward Yoane Wissa.
Senegal dominate Iraq 5-0 to remain in contention for World Cup advancement
Senegal achieved a decisive 5-0 victory over a 10-man Iraq side, keeping their World Cup knockout stage aspirations alive while setting a record for the most goals scored by an African team in a single tournament match.
Ousmane Dembele secures hat-trick as France dominates Norway in World Cup
Ousmane Dembele scored a rapid first-half hat-trick to lead France to a 4-1 win over Norway, securing a perfect group stage finish for the French team.
England’s Reece James faces fitness battle while Declan Rice returns to training
Reece James remains sidelined with a hamstring injury, casting doubt on his availability for England's knockout matches, while midfielder Declan Rice has returned to training ahead of the Panama game.
Roberto Martinez Claims Portugal Has No Substitutes in World Cup Squad
Portugal coach Roberto Martinez believes his 26-man World Cup squad is so deep that the concept of a substitute does not apply to his team.