Scotland eliminated from World Cup group stage
Scotland’s World Cup campaign has ended after Croatia’s victory over Ghana confirmed they would not advance as one of the best third-placed teams. Manager Steve Clarke remains in post.
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Broos guides South Africa to historic World Cup knockout stage ahead of Canada clash
Hugo Broos has led South Africa to the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time in history. The 74-year-old Belgian will bow out of coaching after the tournament.
Colombia seal Group K summit after stalemate with Portugal at World Cup
Colombia secured top spot in Group K after a 0-0 draw with Portugal in Miami, booking a World Cup last-32 tie against Ghana while Portugal must overcome Croatia to advance.
Völler expects Brown to be fit for Germany’s Paraguay clash
Germany director Rudi Völler expects Nathaniel Brown to recover from an adductor issue in time for Monday’s World Cup clash with Paraguay, though David Raum remains on standby.
Sweden defender Isak Hien ruled out of World Cup with serious hamstring injury
Atalanta centre-back Isak Hien will miss the remainder of the 2026 World Cup after suffering a serious left hamstring injury during Sweden’s group stage match against Japan.
Cape Verde seal historic World Cup knockout spot to set up Argentina clash
The Blue Sharks become the smallest nation by population to reach the last 32 after a goalless draw with Saudi Arabia, booking a meeting with the reigning champions in Miami.
Yéremy Pino ruled out of World Cup with broken collarbone as Spain face winger crisis
Spain have lost Yéremy Pino for the remainder of the World Cup after the Crystal Palace winger suffered a broken collarbone against Uruguay. Nico Williams is also doubtful, leaving Luis de la Fuente short of wide options.
Rabiot puts Milan future on hold to focus on World Cup
Adrien Rabiot has brushed aside questions regarding his AC Milan future following reports linking him with a move to Napoli. The French midfielder insists his focus remains on the World Cup with France.
USMNT drawn against Bosnia and Herzegovina in World Cup Round of 32
Mauricio Pochettino’s tournament hosts begin their knockout phase journey against World Cup debutants Bosnia and Herzegovina in Santa Clara on 1 July.
World Cup Group J Finale: Austria and Algeria Battle for Second Place
Austria require only a draw against Algeria to secure second place in Group J, while already-qualified Argentina prepare to rotate their squad against eliminated Jordan.