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Last updated: July 7, 2026, 8:32 AM ET

World Cup Knockout Stages Heat Up

England's World Cup journey continued with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Mexico, drawing a peak audience of 9.1 million viewers in the UK 9.1m watch. The win propelled the Three Lions into the quarter-finals, where they will face Norway. Much of England's attacking success has revolved around the potent partnership of Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, who have accounted for 10 of the team's 11 goals in the tournament so far superstar double act. Meanwhile, in another Round of 16 tie, Spain narrowly defeated Portugal 1-0, with midfielder Rodri earning Man of the Match honors but acknowledging room for improvement as they advance to face Belgium in the quarterfinals MVP Rodri shines. The Spanish defense has been a key factor in their success, setting records as they progress record-breaking historic defence.

The United States men's national team saw their World Cup aspirations extinguished with a comprehensive 4-1 defeat to Belgium USMNT dismissed noise. Despite the presence of Folarin Balogun following his reversed suspension, the USMNT