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Lionel Messi’s Argentina beat rank outsiders Cape Verde 3-2 after extra-time in an epic contest to reach the World Cup last 16 on Friday.
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“We knew it would be very hot. I think tomorrow it will be a little cooler than today, and I hope there are no storms this time,” Deschamps told reporters at Lincoln Financial Field, where Saturday’s game will take place.
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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has appealed to supporters to celebrate responsibly if Mexico defeat England in Sunday’s FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash, following the deaths of at least four fans during celebrations after the team’s last victory.
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Neymar, 34, is again likely to be on the bench for Sunday’s last-16 match against Norway at MetLife Stadium.
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Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón etched his name into World Cup history on Thursday after setting a new record for the longest shutout streak, surpassing a mark that had stood for 36 years.
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3 African countries will be looking to extend the continent’s campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Friday as Egypt, Cape Verde and Ghana battle for places in the Round of 16.
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Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has announced his retirement from international football following his country’s exit from the FIFA World Cup.
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Spain winger Lamine Yamal has spoken ahead of his side’s FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash against Portugal, saying it would be an honour to face Cristiano Ronaldo.
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A classic David versus Goliath encounter will take centre stage at the World Cup on Friday as tiny Cape Verde face Lionel Messi and Argentina with a place in the last 16 at stake.
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Switzerland moved into the last 16 of the World Cup with a controlled 2-0 win against Algeria on Thursday.
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