FIFA WORLD CUP
Sweden lose Isak Hien as injury ends World Cup dream ahead of France clash
Sweden have suffered a major setback ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 clash with France after defender Isak Hien was ruled out for the rest of the tournament with a hamstring injury.
Bafana skipper hails young defensive duo after famous win
Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams has praised young centre-back pairing Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Ime Okon for producing a composed defensive display to keep South Korea at bay and help SA reach the FIFA World Cup round of 32.
Hajime Moriyasu insists Japan ready to fight for World Cup 'shock' against Brazil
Japan manager Hajime Moriyasu has insisted his team would not be "pushovers" when they face Brazil in the 2026 FIFA World Cup last-32 clash, believing their recent victory over the five-time champions proved they can compete with the world's best.
Thiaw claims Senegal is 'hungry for more' ahead of must win clash against Iraq
Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw believes his team is determined to advance to the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stages ahead of their final Group I clash with Iraq.
Ronald Koeman: Morocco will be Netherlands' 'biggest challenge' in World Cup knockouts
Ronald Koeman believes the Netherlands are facing their biggest challenge of the 2026 FIFA World Cup so far when they take on Morocco in the round of 32, despite an impressive group-stage campaign.
Rayners credits dressing room harmony for historic World Cup run
Bafana Bafana striker Iqraam Rayners says the absence of big egos in South Africa's dressing room has been key to their historic run to the FIFA World Cup round of 32.
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