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England escape embarrassment, but Tuchel faces tactical dilemmas
Harry Kane saved England from an early World Cup exit against DR Congo, yet Thomas Tuchel faces mounting pressure to fix defensive holes and tactical inconsistencies before meeting Mexico.
Folarin Balogun Joins Elite Group After Scoring and Being Sent Off in World Cup Match
USA forward Folarin Balogun has become the fourth player ever to score a goal and be sent off in a World Cup knockout match during a 2-0 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Pape Gueye Quits Senegal National Team Following World Cup Elimination
Pape Gueye has stepped down from the Senegal national squad, citing the continued leadership of coach Pape Thiaw after the team's dramatic World Cup exit against Belgium.
History Makers: The Two African Stars Who Found the Net in Three Consecutive World Cup Games
FIFA confirms that Senegal's Ismaïla Sarr and Morocco's Ismael Saibari are the sole African players to score in three consecutive World Cup matches.
LeBron James Hails Folarin Balogun for Replicating His Iconic Celebration
LeBron James praised US forward Folarin Balogun for performing his signature Silencer celebration during a recent World Cup victory.
USA Advances to Round of 16 After 2-0 Win Over Bosnia and Herzegovina
The United States overcame a second-half red card for Folarin Balogun to defeat Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0, securing a spot in the World Cup round of 16.
Stuart Pearce criticizes Arsenal player Noni Madueke following England’s win against DR Congo
Former England manager Stuart Pearce has slammed Noni Madueke for his lack of effort during England's narrow World Cup victory over DR Congo.
US Advancing in World Cup: Will Balogun’s Red Card Endanger Their Progress?
The United States progresses to face Belgium in the World Cup after beating Bosnia-Herzegovina, though the team faces a setback after forward Folarin Balogun was sent off.
Dramatic late comeback and VAR debate send Belgium through as Senegal exit World Cup
Belgium secured a spot in the last 16 after a historic comeback victory over Senegal, sealed by a controversial 125th-minute penalty.
Analyzing England’s struggle against DR Congo and the lessons for the Mexico clash
England overcame a difficult test against DR Congo thanks to Harry Kane's late heroics, but manager Thomas Tuchel must address tactical vulnerabilities before facing Mexico in the last 16.