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Last updated: July 1, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

World Cup Knockout Drama

Harry Kane delivered a match-winning performance, scoring twice to lead England to a 2-1 victory over DR Congo and secure their place in the round of 32 Kane passes Pelé WC. The England captain's brace pushed his World Cup tally to, surpassing Pelé's total and solidifying his status as a vital contributor for the Three Lions Kane delivers England. While England advanced, their performance, particularly at right-back, continues to raise questions England ratings: Spence struggles. Meanwhile, Spain's Marc Cucurella acknowledged criticism of their World Cup displays but expressed the team's understanding of their path forward as they prepare to face Austria Spain's Cucurella: 'We know.

Mexico achieved a significant milestone, securing their first World Cup knockout match win in 40 years by defeating Ecuador 2-0 at a raucous Estadio Azteca Mexico oust Ecuador. The victory sparked massive celebrations in Mexico City, with over a million people taking to the streets, though sadly, four fatalities were reported amidst the jubilation Four die Mexico City. The triumph sets up a showdown with co-hosts Mexico in the next round, a match anticipated with fervent energy Mexico send a World.

Kylian Mbappé continued his record-breaking World Cup campaign, scoring twice to lead France to a 3-0 win over Sweden and setting a new mark for goals in knockout matches Mbappé sets record. His performance brings him within one goal of Lionel Messi's overall tournament goal count. Elsewhere, Norway's World Cup dreams remain alive thanks to Erling Haaland, who scored an 86th-minute winner to defeat Ivory Coast and set up a last-16 clash with Brazil Norway knock out Ivory. Coach Stale Solbakken lauded Haaland as the "greatest goal scorer in the world" Haaland, 'the greatest goalscorer'.

Germany's World Cup aspirations were dramatically ended by Paraguay in a penalty shootout, marking their first-ever shootout loss in the tournament and raising significant questions about coach Julian Nagelsmann's future Germany no longer a soccer super team. The United States men's national team, facing Bosnia-Herzegovina, is preparing for the unexpected as they aim to advance USMNT's Ream: We'll do, with coach Gregg Berhalter boasting a squad that could surprise Why outsiders believe. Malik Tillman has been a standout performer for the USMNT, flourishing in an unfamiliar midfield role Malik Tillman is having.

Transfer Market Buzz

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly poised to break their transfer record for the second time in quick succession, agreeing a deal worth up to £100 million for Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali Sources: Spurs agree Tonali, Spurs agree club-record £100m. In other Premier League transfer news, Brighton have accepted a club-record £46 million bid for defender Luka Vuskovic from Tottenham Brighton agree club record. Manchester United have reportedly identified West Ham's Crysencio Summerville as their top left-wing target Man Utd make Summerville, while also being linked with a £85 million move for West Ham's Mateus Fernandes, a deal Manchester United have now pulled out of Spurs agree £85m deal.

AC Milan have confirmed the signing of Gonçalo Ramos from Paris Saint-Germain for a reported €60 million, a club record fee AC Milan sign Portugal's. Bayern Munich have secured the services of PSV Eindhoven's Ismael Saibari, with new head coach Vincent Kompany playing a significant role in the transfer Bayern sign Morocco WCup. Chelsea have announced the signing of 21-year-old defender Marco Palestra from Atalanta for £47 million Chelsea sign Palestra $62m.

Managerial Moves and Club News

Vitor Pereira's tenure as head coach of Nottingham Forest has come to an end, with the club reportedly in talks to appoint Oliver Glasner as his successor Pereira confirms 'surprise' Forest. Enzo Maresca has officially been announced as Manchester City's new manager, succeeding Pep Guardiola as part of a long-term strategy for the club Why Man City chose. Maresca joins on a three-year deal and has reportedly agreed to pay compensation to his former club Chelsea New Man City boss.

Coventry City manager Frank Lampard has signed a new contract extending his stay until 2029, ahead of the club's return to the Premier League Coventry boss Lampard signs. In Scotland, Rangers have completed the signing of midfielder Dan Neil from Sunderland on a three-year deal Rangers beat Saints, and have also signed goalkeeper Ivor Pandur from Hull City for £6 million Rangers sign Pandur Hull.

Other Football News

The World Cup has seen a significant increase in online racist abuse, according to Fifa's social media protection service Concern over rise. Meanwhile, Africa's success at the 2026 World Cup has left Asia reflecting on their own performances Africa's World Cup success.

In women's football, Aston Villa have signed Denmark striker Amalie Vangsgaard from Juventus WSL latest: Aston Villa. Tottenham's women's team has also made a signing, bringing in Norwegian international goalkeeper Selma Panengstuen Spurs sign Norway keeper.