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‘Anti-Haaland plan’? How Brazil intend to stop Norway striker

Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has dismissed suggestions that his side have developed a specific 'anti-Erling Haaland' tactical blueprint ahead of their World Cup knockout clash. The Selecao are looking to secure a place in the quarter-finals as they prepare for a high-stakes showdown with Norway in New Jersey.

📽️ | Drums, trumpets & fireworks! How Mexico fans tried to disrupt sleep of England squad

Mexico supporters gathered outside England's team hotel in the early hours before the World Cup last-16 clash, using drums, trumpets and fireworks in an apparent attempt to disrupt the visitors' preparations. Thomas Tuchel admitted the squad are already dealing with the challenges of Mexico City's high altitude but insisted his players remain fully focused.

Paraguay v France: Round of 16 - FIFA World Cup 2026

📽️ | Mbappe scores despite Paraguay's penalty spot mind games

Kylian Mbappe refused to be distracted after a Paraguay player attempted to scuff the penalty spot before his decisive spot-kick. The France star converted with confidence, drew level with Lionel Messi in the Golden Boot race and celebrated in front of his opponents as Les Bleus secured their place in the quarter-finals.

Mexico vs England FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 Preview

Comprehensive match preview of Mexico vs England at World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news and more ahead of this Round of 16 clash in Mexico City.

‘Ugly football’ - Mbappe slams 'dirty' Paraguay after France win

Kylian Mbappe has hit back at Paraguay’s physical approach, insisting that France are more than happy to "get their hands dirty" after securing a clinical 1-0 victory in the World Cup round of 16. The Real Madrid-bound superstar dismissed the South Americans' provocations with a smile before dispatching the decisive second-half penalty to set up a quarter-final date with Morocco.

Portugal v Croatia: Round Of 32 - FIFA World Cup 2026

Ronaldo’s ‘last dance’? Simon doubts Ronaldo is playing his final World Cup

Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon has warned his team about Cristiano Ronaldo's enduring threat ahead of their World Cup last-16 clash with Portugal. While admitting the veteran striker is no longer at his physical peak, Simon believes his goalscoring instincts remain unmatched and dismissed suggestions that this could be Ronaldo's final World Cup.