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World Cup quiz: How well do you remember the last 32?
The World Cup's last-32 ties were decided in a busy six-day spell. But how closely were you paying attention?
Lightning, hotel security and spying - issues England face in Mexico
England are booed as they arrive at their Mexico City hotel to prepare for their World Cup last-16 game against Mexico - and it's not the only issue t
Williamson eyes Scotland job with McCoist on staff
Former Hibernian and Kilmarnock manager Bobby Williamson puts himself forward for the job as Scotland head coach leading a dream team of Ally McCoist,
In spotlight but shunning limelight - Olise's unique rise to top
A footballer who dislikes too much media attention, but Michael Olise might not have much choice if he carries on his World Cup heroics.
Tiny Cape Verde steal the show against Argentina in a performance to last in World Cup lore
<p>The African minnows capped off an impressive run with a heroic performance in a 3-2 loss to the defending champions</p><p>It was a sight we’d seen
England get hostile welcome on arrival at Mexico City hotel for World Cup showdown
<ul><li><p>Hundreds of fans greet the players, with many booing</p></li><li><p>Increased security outside after Ecuador team disturbed</p></li></ul><p
From one to 16 - ranking every team left in the World Cup
BBC Sport ranks the 16 teams left in the World Cup. Do Argentina deserve to be in the top three? Should Norway be higher? What about England's positio
Chris Sutton predicts World Cup's last-16 matches
BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the last-16 ties at the 2026 World Cup, including England against Mexico.
Eight of the 10 most populous countries are not in the World Cup
Many countries with massive populations consistently miss out on football’s biggest party. What can they do to change their sporting fortunes?
Some Americans are reluctant to cheer for the US at the World Cup. They shouldn’t be | Alexander Abnos
<p>There are plenty of reasons for Americans to feel discomfort about the behavior of their country. But sports have a way of bringing joy and unity</
World Cup 2026 power rankings: undisputed No 1, co-hosts surge and giants fall
<p>We assess the standing of the nations who played in the tournament’s last 32 before the next round of games begins</p><p><em>Les Bleus</em> look un
Cape Verde’s heroics and it’s g’night Australia | World Cup Daily – video
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For all Cape Verde’s heroics, Africa’s World Cup could and perhaps should have been better | Jonathan Wilson
<p>Egypt and Morocco are in the last 16 after shootouts, but the continent’s pyramid appears to be getting broader rather than much higher</p><p>For A
Jürgen Klopp holds Germany talks: ‘I’m more than recharged, I’m ready’
<ul><li><p>He says intensive discussions needed with federation</p></li><li><p>Klopp wants to agree way ahead with changes required</p></li></ul><p>Jü
Survival is key for England in epic test or it will be a Mexican wave goodbye
<p>Azteca tie is one of those World Cup occasions that transcend sport – and Tuchel’s side face a challenge all about progress, not process</p><p>Naus
‘An incredible man’: how Carlo Ancelotti has turned Brazil into potential World Cup winners
<p>Italian’s man-management and decisiveness has shielded the talented Seleção squad and made fans believe again</p><p>Brazil arrived at the World Cup
Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 27
Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?
Murals, flags and beef dishes - Messi mania takes hold in Miami
Lionel Messi's World Cup goals roadshow continued with his seventh of the tournament for Argentina against Cape Verde - and delighted the fans who wer
Arias strike sends Colombia into last 16 with victory over Ghana
Jhon Arias scores the only goal of the game as Colombia become the last team to book their place in the last 16 following a 1-0 win over Ghana in Kans
Jhon Arias goal sends Colombia into last 16 as Ghana bow out of World Cup
<p>Ghana can only have feared the worst when Luis Suárez’s number came up in the seventh minute. A day on from the 16th anniversary of one of the most
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