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Switzerland secured their first World Cup knockout stage victory in 88 years, defeating Algeria 2-0 in Vancouver. Goals from Ndoye and Embolo sealed the historic result.

Spain delivered a dominant performance to defeat Austria 3-0, securing their spot in the Round of 16 at the FIFA 2026 World Cup.

Spain advanced to the World Cup last 16 with a dominant 3-0 victory over Austria, powered by a brace from Mikel Oyarzabal and a Pedro Porro header.

South Africa's national team celebrated a historic achievement by advancing past the World Cup group stage for the first time, returning home to a hero's welcome.

Belgium overturned a two-goal deficit to defeat Senegal 3-2 after extra time, with Youri Tielemans scoring a 125th-minute penalty to secure a place in the World Cup last 16.

Harry Kane scored two goals in the final 15 minutes as England came from behind to defeat DR Congo 2-1 and advance to the World Cup round of 16, where they will face Mexico.

Kylian Mbappé scored twice to set a new record for goals in World Cup knockout matches as France defeated Sweden 3-0 and advanced to the Round of 16.

Erling Haaland scored a late winner as Norway defeated Ivory Coast 2–1 to secure a Round of 16 clash against Brazil at the 2026 World Cup.

Nigerian internationals Tochukwu Nnadi and Frank Onyeka secure new roles in France and England, while South Africa's Thendo Mofokeng joins Union St-Gilloise. Samuel Chukwueze remains at AC Milan after rejecting Turkish offer.

Paraguay produced a historic upset by defeating four-time champion Germany 4-3 on penalties in the Round of 32, marking one of the greatest shocks in World Cup history.

Morocco knocked out the Netherlands on penalties, Paraguay stunned Germany in a shootout, and Brazil ended Japan's campaign in dramatic round of 32 action.

Germany are out of the World Cup at the last-32 stage, losing to Paraguay in a penalty shootout in their first such defeat in World Cup history.

Paraguay pulled off a historic 4-3 penalty shootout victory over Germany after a 1-1 draw in extra time, marking Germany's first-ever World Cup shootout loss.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage concludes with 16 teams eliminated and 32 advancing, as veteran stars shine and surprise exits rock the tournament.

Former Marumo Gallants goalkeeper Washington Arubi has returned to Zimbabwe after his stint in South Africa, while British tennis player Jack Draper has pulled out of Wimbledon due to a persistent arm injury.