This baffling Fifa decision could ruin the World Cup’s famous group stage drama
The final round of group stage games will lack the drama of 2022, with a strange decision to revamp the tie-breaking rules likely to produce a number of dead rubbers
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The flaw in England’s World Cup plan is now clear to see after Ghana stalemate
Thomas Tuchel might regret not opting for a wildcard option with England lacking a spark off the bench to change a dull and lifeless game against Ghana
Micah Richards walks out of BBC studio live on air after England's Ghana draw
Micah Richards made a premature exit from the BBC studio during their post-match coverage of England's World Cup draw with Ghana.
Thomas Tuchel blocked, Cristiano Ronaldo anger and manager leaves - World Cup round-up
England slipped up as the second round of World Cup Group fixtures ended, while Cristiano Ronaldo hit back with a brace before an interesting post-match moment
Can Hamilton win again to turbocharge a Ferrari title bid?
No driver has won more grands prix in Formula 1 than Lewis Hamilton, while no team has won more often than Ferrari, but the combination's long-awaited first success together at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix acted as a historic moment in the sport.
What do South Africa, South Korea and Czech Republic need to qualify for the World Cup knockouts from Group A?
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Munoz strike ends DR Congo resistance and sends Colombia into last 32
Daniel Munoz's second-half strike was enough to see a dominant Colombia beat DR Congo 1-0 as the South Americans secured their place in the World Cup last 32.
Ancelotti's quest to end Brazil's 24-year wait for World Cup glory
BBC Scotland's Andy Burke looks at Carlo Ancelotti and his mission at Brazil before their final Group C game against Scotland.
Colombia qualify for last 32 with win over DR Congo
Daniel Munoz's deflected strike is enough for Colombia to beat DR Congo and secure their place in the 2026 World Cup knockout stage.
Daniel Muñoz breaks DR Congo resistance to send Colombia into World Cup knockouts
As anybody who’s ever encountered Mexican traffic jams will know, there are times when it feels you’ll never get through the impasse. Colombia must have felt the same about the DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi, who made an outrageous string of saves that looked like earning his side an unlikely point. But the Le Havre keeper was finally beaten, a …
Budimir rescues Croatia with winner against Panama on Modric’s landmark day
When it was all done, and Ante Budimir had rescued Croatia’s World Cup campaign with the lone goal in a tight match against Panama, 25 Croatians donned black T-shirts over their match kits and warm-up tops.“Infinite Legacy,” read the T-shirts, printed with the number 200 and an image of Luka Modric. He was the 26th man, but he had quickly taken his off …
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FIFA could be forced to break their own World Cup rule in nightmare scenario
England lucky as referee admits Ghana denied clear penalty in World Cup VAR gaffe
England got away with one as Ezri Konsa escaped punishment for a foul on Prince Kwabena Adu inside the box.
Cristiano Ronaldo shuts down reporter's Lionel Messi question after Portugal win
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal thrashed Uzbekistan 5-0 at the World Cup before the Portugal icon was asked about Lionel Messi
DR Congo fan ‘Lumumba Vea’ becomes World Cup star in the stands
Iconic fan Michel Kuka Mboladinga arrived late at the World Cup but brings a unique presence in the stands in a tribute to his country's first Prime Minister Patrice Lumumba
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Colombia lay down gauntlet to Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal with DR Congo victory
Colombia 1-0 DR Congo: Daniel Munoz’s deflected finish made it two wins from two for the South American side
AJ Dybantsa chosen by Washington Wizards with No 1 pick in NBA draft
BYU freshman tops draft after scoring spreeWizards land first No 1 pick since WallDybantsa joins rebuilding WashingtonAJ Dybantsa is on his way to Washington and ready to start working as soon as he gets there.That’s not until Wednesday. Tuesday was a night for the NBA‘s No 1 draft pick to party. Continue reading...
Quiz: How well do you know birthday boy Messi at World Cups?
Argentina great Lionel Messi turns 39 today and has been lighting up the World Cup this summer, but how well do you know his journey so far?