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Former USA captain Tony Meola reflects on the iconic 1994 World Cup Round of 16 match against Brazil on Independence Day, a game that galvanized American soccer despite a 1-0 loss. He shares memories of confidence, the changing opponent, and Romario's respect.
Morocco's Ayyoub Bouaddi, 18, has impressed at the World Cup, drawing interest from Manchester City, Arsenal, Real Madrid, Barcelona, and PSG. The Lille midfielder's performances against Brazil have highlighted his potential, with comparisons to Sergio Busquets.
Alan Shearer has selected his preferred England starting lineup for their last-16 match against Mexico.
Several pubs in Herefordshire plan to open early for England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico, which kicks off at 01:00 BST. The government relaxed licensing laws, allowing pubs to stay open until 05:00 BST. Some venues have opted out, citing consideration for neighbours.
A new quiz challenges fans to recall details from the 2026 World Cup's last-32 ties, which were decided over six days. The 10-question quiz is available on dedicated Football Quizzes and Sports Quizzes pages.
BBC Sport's Sarah Dawkins runs through Mexico City to experience altitude training conditions as England prepare for their World Cup last-16 match against Mexico.
England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico faces disruptions from thunderstorms, altitude, and fan noise. The game remains scheduled for Sunday despite weather concerns, and players are preparing for potential sleep disturbances.
Michael Olise, the Bayern Munich forward, has become the first player to assist five goals at a World Cup since 1994. Despite his on-field brilliance, the 24-year-old remains reserved, avoids interviews, and rarely celebrates goals—a trait his childhood teachers say has always been part of his character.
Marcus Rashford stated he wanted any move done before the World Cup or to wait until after, emphasizing he wants to be fully present in the moment and that the team is fighting for something special.
Lionel Messi thanked his team and teammates for their extra effort, saying it allows him to compete in another World Cup.
BBC Sport ranks the 16 remaining World Cup teams based on tournament performance. France tops the list as unbeatable, while Paraguay's shock win over Germany earns them a spot. England sits eighth after an inconsistent start.
Colombia have secured a spot in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup. The team advanced following their group stage performance.
BBC Sport expert Chris Sutton predicts the World Cup last-16 matches, including Brazil vs Norway and Paraguay vs France. He expects Morocco to advance but sees France as a major threat, while Brazil may fall to Norway in a penalty shootout.
As the World Cup passes the halfway point, hosts Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith take a well-earned break. A compilation episode featuring their best moments, including interviews and behind-the-scenes antics, is now available.
BBC Sport introduces a daily 'Who Am I?' football guessing game where players identify a mystery footballer using clues. Participants score points based on how few clues they need, with three being a good score and four or five exceptional.
Thomas Tuchel and his England squad were met with boos and whistles upon arriving in Mexico ahead of their World Cup last 16 match.
Lionel Messi scored his 20th World Cup goal as Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 in Miami. The atmosphere was electric with fans celebrating the star, who now has seven goals in the tournament and continues to break records.
Jhon Arias scored the only goal as Colombia defeated Ghana 1-0 in Kansas City to become the last team to advance to the World Cup round of 16.
France have transformed into one of the World Cup's most potent attacking teams, breaking from their defensive past and modern football norms. With a forward line given remarkable freedom, they are poised for deep runs in 2026.
Didier Deschamps has embraced 'relationism' to forge a generational French team. The squad is being hailed as one of the best attacking teams ever and looks primed to go all the way at the 2026 World Cup.
