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Morocco have 'ingredients' of World Cup winners, says coach Ouahbi
Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi said his players have to believe they can become the first African winners of the World Cup after storming into the last 32 unbeaten.
Curacao belong on World Cup stage, says Advocaat
Curacao boss Dick Advocaat said the World Cup debutants have proved they belong on football's biggest stage as they prepare to face Ivory Coast on Thursday with a place in the last 32 at stake.
Nagelsmann feels Germany 'punished' for topping World Cup group
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann said on Wednesday he believes his side are at a disadvantage as World Cup group winners due to reduced preparation time for their last-32 tie.
Morocco overcome historic Haiti goals to roll into World Cup last 32
Morocco twice overcame the shock of conceding to Haiti to win a World Cup thriller 4-2 in Atlanta on Wednesday, but missed out on top spot in Group C to Brazil.
Bosnia beat Qatar to reach World Cup knockout stages for first time
Bosnia-Herzegovina reached the knockout stages of the World Cup for the first time after beating 2022 hosts Qatar 3-1 in their final Group B match on Wednesday.
Brazil advance at World Cup as Swiss, Canada reach last 32
Brazil punished Scotland's defensive frailties to advance to the World Cup knockout rounds on Wednesday as Switzerland and Canada sealed their place in the last 32.
Vinicius Junior sparkles as Brazil beat Scots to reach World Cup last 32
Vinicius Junior made it four goals in three games at the World Cup as Brazil cruised to a 3-0 victory over Scotland on Wednesday, sealing progress to the last 32 as Group C winners and leaving their opponents in danger of another first-round exit.
Morocco overcome historic Haiti goals to maintain World Cup momentum
Morocco twice overcame the shock of conceding to Haiti to win a World Cup thriller 4-2 in Atlanta on Wednesday, but missed out on top spot in Group C to Brazil.
Tunisia coach Renard demands pride in final World Cup outing
Tunisia's emergency coach Herve Renard has called on his team to play with "pride and dignity" in their final World Cup match on Thursday after a disastrous campaign.
Switzerland, Canada advance as Brazil eye last 32
Switzerland and Canada became the latest teams to book their places in the World Cup knockout rounds on Wednesday as Brazil aimed to seal their passage to the last 32.
Wyatt-Hodge stars as England ease into Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals
Danni Wyatt-Hodge's fine innings at the top of the order laid the foundation for England's 38-run win over the West Indies at Lord's on Wednesday as the tournament hosts moved into the semi-finals of the Women's T20 World Cup.
Bosnia in strong position to reach last 32, Qatar out of World Cup
Bosnia-Herzegovina are on the verge of reaching the knockout stages of the World Cup for the first time after beating 2022 hosts Qatar 3-1 in their final Group B match on Wednesday.
Switzerland down World Cup co-hosts Canada to top Group B, both progress
Ruben Vargas and Johan Manzambi fired Switzerland to top spot in World Cup Group B on Wednesday with a 2-1 win over Canada as the co-hosts also ensured a historic spot in the knockout rounds.
Korda chases 3rd straight major at Women's PGA Championship
Nelly Korda is chasing her third straight major at the Women's PGA Championship, but the world number one says she won't be focusing on her chance of the rare feat.
Scheffler says PGA Tour headed 'in right direction' with two-tier system
World number one Scottie Scheffler says he's still digesting the radical overhaul planned for the PGA Tour but believes elite golf in the United States is "heading in the right direction".
Pulisic fitness boost as US seek knockout momentum against Turkey
Christian Pulisic said Wednesday he has recovered from his calf injury and the United States are eager for a third straight World Cup win against Turkey to take momentum into the knockout rounds.
Britain's Draper continues promising start under Andy Murray
Britain's Jack Draper continued his promising start under the guidance of three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray with a straight sets victory over compatriot Jack Pinnington Jones in the ATP Eastbourne tournament on Wednesday.
Laporte wary of Uruguay will to avoid World Cup exit against Spain
Spain defender Aymeric Laporte said the European champions must be wary of an onslaught from Uruguay as Marcelo Bielsa's side aim to avoid an embarrassing early World Cup exit.
Olympics to offer all Games competitors $10,000 grants
The International Olympic Committee, which has been under growing pressure to introduce prize money to the Olympics, on Wednesday announced it was setting up a grant for every athlete who takes part in the Games.
Spurs sign Dubravka as goalkeeper cover
Martin Dubravka became Tottenham's fourth signing of a busy off-season on Wednesday in a move that is expected to open the door for Guglielmo Vicario to leave the club.
Verstappen seeking home boost with Red Bull upgrades
Four-time world champion Max Verstappen heads into his Red Bull team’s home Austrian Grand Prix this weekend boosted by a major upgrade package and seeking his first win of the season and a record-extending fifth win at the event.
England captain Stokes 'man enough' to apologise for curfew breach
Returning captain Ben Stokes insisted he had been "man enough" to apologise to his England team-mates after missing the last Test for breaching a curfew.
England captain Stokes 'man enough' to apologise after curfew breach
Returning captain Ben Stokes insisted he had been "man enough" to apologise to his England team-mates after missing the last Test for breaching a curfew.
Brazil aim for last 32 as World Cup goes into hectic phase
Brazil will seek to book their place in the last 32 of the World Cup on Wednesday when they face Scotland as the tournament shifts to a breathless six games a day.
Colombia beat DR Congo 1-0 to reach World Cup knockouts
Colombia finally broke down a stubborn DR Congo side on Tuesday to secure a 1-0 win that guaranteed their place in the World Cup knockout rounds.
West Indies brace for Sri Lanka challenge as Da Silva returns
After a rain-ruined ODI series and a hard-fought T20 seriss, West Indies and Sri Lanka renew their Test rivalry in the Caribbean on Thursday at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua.
Stokes urged to use curfew controversy as fuel to beat New Zealand
Brendon McCullum has challenged England captain Ben Stokes to use the controversy over his curfew breach as fuel to inspire a series-clinching victory in the third Test against New Zealand.
Ghosts of Gijon linger as new World Cup format encourages collusion
Algeria have waited 44 years for a shot at World Cup revenge against Austria, but the clash is one of many in the final round of group games where sides could settle for a mutually beneficial outcome.
Panama out of World Cup after defeat to Croatia
Panama were eliminated from World Cup contention after Croatia kept their hopes of progressing to the last 32 alive with a hard-fought 1-0 win on Tuesday.
Moana Pasifika axed from Super Rugby after rescue talks fail
Moana Pasifika will not play Super Rugby in 2027 after a last-minute bid to rescue the financially troubled franchise failed, New Zealand Rugby said on Wednesday.
Wizards choose teenage talent Dybantsa with No.1 pick in NBA Draft
Towering teenager Anicet "A.J." Dybantsa Jr was chosen by the Washington Wizards with the number one pick in the NBA Draft on Tuesday.
Golden Boot battle steals the show at World Cup
Usually a subplot, the race for the World Cup Golden Boot is one of the main talking points at the 2026 tournament as the top marksmen set a blistering pace.