Joe Hart analyzes the controversial decision to disallow Marc Cucurella's goal against Austria for a foul on goalkeeper Alexander Schlager during their World Cup last-32 match in Los Angeles. Hart believes the call was soft.
England are taking measures to ensure their players get adequate rest before facing Mexico in the World Cup last-16, after complaints from Ecuador about noisy fans. The team will also contend with high altitude in Mexico City, which manager Thomas Tuchel admits puts them at a disadvantage.
After a narrow win over DR Congo, England face Mexico in the World Cup last 16. Manager Thomas Tuchel must address concerns at right-back and in attack, with Djed Spence, Anthony Gordon, and Bukayo Saka among the options.
A year after Diogo Jota's death in a car accident, Portugal's national team honors his memory at the World Cup. Players wear wristbands with his name, and Ruben Neves reveals he still messages Jota on WhatsApp. The team faces Croatia in the round of 16, aiming to win the tournament for him.
A peak audience of 16.3 million viewers watched England's dramatic 2-1 victory over DR Congo on BBC TV, with 10.4 million additional streams online. The match was the most-watched BBC moment of the year. England will face Mexico in the last 16 on Monday at 01:00 BST.
Senegal suffered a dramatic 3-2 extra-time loss to Belgium in the World Cup, with a controversial VAR penalty echoing their Africa Cup of Nations final defeat. Coach Pape Thiaw lamented the 'cruel' outcome as his team squandered a 2-0 lead.
England avoided a historic humiliation against DR Congo thanks to Harry Kane's late double. As they prepare to face Mexico in the last 16, head coach Thomas Tuchel must address persistent defensive flaws, over-reliance on Kane and Jude Bellingham, and an unsettled right-back position.
England fans hoping to attend the World Cup last-16 match against Mexico face resale ticket prices starting at £2,622 on FIFA's official resale platform, nearly 12 times face value. Limited supply and high demand from home supporters have driven up costs, with some tickets listed at over £24,000.
England faces Mexico at Estadio Azteca, 7,220 feet above sea level, where thin air affects breathing and fatigue. Players and experts describe the physical toll and tactical adjustments needed for high-altitude matches.
Judy Lopes says her son Roberto 'Pico' Lopes will embrace the challenge of facing Lionel Messi when Cape Verde meet Argentina in the World Cup last 32. The African side, the smallest nation to reach the knockout stages, face the defending champions in Miami on Friday.
