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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.
Argentina survived a major scare, defeating Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time via a deflected Cristian Romero header to advance to the round of 16.
England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico was thrown into uncertainty after Fifa proposed moving the kick-off forward by six hours due to forecast storms. Following backlash from both football associations, Fifa reversed its decision, keeping the original 18:00 local time slot.
Fifa sources confirm the Mexico-England match will remain at 6pm local time (1am UK) after discussions, insisting no rescheduling decision was made. The situation, including weather, will continue to be monitored.
FIFA is in ongoing discussions about moving the Mexico vs. England World Cup round of 16 match earlier on Sunday due to the risk of weather disruption, including flooding. The game was originally set for 6pm local time but may be brought forward. No confirmation yet.
FIFA considered moving the Mexico-England World Cup round of 16 match due to weather concerns but never confirmed the change. The game will kick off at 6pm local time in Mexico City on Sunday, 1am UK on Monday.
Lisandro Martinez scored to restore Argentina's lead over Cape Verde in the 2026 World Cup knockout stage.
Deroy Duarte scored an equaliser for Cape Verde against Argentina in their World Cup round of 32 match in Miami, stunning the favourites.
Lionel Messi scored Argentina's opening goal against Cape Verde in Miami, marking his eighth consecutive World Cup game with a goal. The finish was described as 'sensational.'
Fifa reversed a plan to reschedule England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico after both football associations objected. The game will now kick off at 01:00 BST on Monday as originally planned.
Paraguay and France are set to clash in the World Cup Round of 16. The match preview covers team form, key players, and tactical analysis ahead of the knockout stage encounter.
Canada and Morocco are set to face off in the World Cup Round of 16. This preview covers team form, key players, and tactical insights ahead of the knockout clash.
Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in Dallas, securing their first knockout win at a FIFA World Cup. Mohamed Salah scored a Panenka penalty as the Pharaohs advanced to face Argentina or Cabo Verde.
Declan Rice is likely to start England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico despite a neural issue affecting his hamstring and lower back. Manager Thomas Tuchel revealed Rice played through 'terrible pain' in the previous game. Reece James remains doubtful due to a hamstring injury.
