Cape Verde Set Two Unique Records With World Cup Knockout Progress
Cape Verde continued their remarkable World Cup debut by reaching the knockout stage unbeaten, setting two tournament records to earn a clash against Argentina.
27 Jun 10:12 · Legit
Spain sends Uruguay packing with 1-0 win in FIFA World Cup
Guadalajara: Spain defeated Uruguay 1-0 after another goalkeeping mistake by Fernando Muslera to advance to the knockout stage of the World Cup and
27 Jun 06:14 · The Siasat Daily
Cape Verde reaches knockouts with draw against Saudi Arabia
WC debutants Cape Verde secured a 3rd straight draw, holding Saudi Arabia 0-0 to become the smallest nation ever to reach the knockout stage.
27 Jun 06:03 · The Siasat Daily
World Cup: Spain hand Uruguay knockout blow
In the Round of 32, the European heavyweights will meet the runners-up from Group J in Los Angeles, US on July 2, 2026.
27 Jun 05:35 · The Eagle Online
Baena strike sends Spain past Uruguay into World Cup knockouts
GUADALAJARA, Mexico, June 26 : Spain beat Uruguay 1-0 on Friday to top Group H and reach the knockout stage of the World Cup, with Alex Baena's first-half strike enough to settle a tense, physical contest and leave Marcelo Bielsa's side out of the tournament.Spain finished with seven points from two wins and
27 Jun 02:14 · CNA
Baena strike sends Spain past Uruguay into World Cup knockouts
GUADALAJARA, Mexico, June 26 : Spain beat Uruguay 1-0 on Friday to top Group H and reach the knockout stage of the World Cup, with Alex Baena's first-half strike enough to settle a tense, physical contest and leave Marcelo Bielsa's side out of the tournament.Spain finished with seven points from two wins and
27 Jun 02:14 · CNA
Uruguay's World Cup ends in failure, friction and no wins
June 26 : Uruguay's World Cup ended on Friday as Marcelo Bielsa's side crashed out without a win, becoming the only CONMEBOL team not to reach the knockout rounds in a tournament format built to give heavyweights little excuse for failing to advance.Twice world champions Uruguay were eliminated after a 1-0 de
27 Jun 03:39 · CNA
Uruguay's World Cup ends in failure, friction and no wins
June 26 : Uruguay's World Cup ended on Friday as Marcelo Bielsa's side crashed out without a win, becoming the only CONMEBOL team not to reach the knockout rounds in a tournament format built to give heavyweights little excuse for failing to advance.Twice world champions Uruguay were eliminated after a 1-0 de
27 Jun 03:39 · CNA
Scaloni confirms Messi will not start against Jordanians
DALLAS, June 26 : Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni confirmed Lionel Messi will start on the bench when the reigning World Cup champions take on Jordan in their final Group F match at Dallas Stadium on Saturday.The Inter Miami playmaker has scored all five of his team's goals in their wins over Algeria and Austr
26 Jun 23:44 · CNA
Jubilant Cape Verde set date with Argentina in World Cup round of 32
HOUSTON, June 26 : Debutants Cape Verde prolonged their World Cup fairytale on Friday as they secured a place in the World Cup round of 32 following a 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia to set up an unexpected clash with defending champions Argentina in Miami. Spain's 1-0 victory over Uruguay earned them top spot in
27 Jun 02:18 · CNA
Croatia vs. Ghana Prediction, Odds, Picks For World Cup Match
Check out the odds for the Croatia vs. Ghana Group L matchup at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
27 Jun 11:00 · FOX Sports
Jubilant Cape Verde set date with Argentina in World Cup round of 32
HOUSTON, June 26 : Debutants Cape Verde prolonged their World Cup fairytale on Friday as they secured a place in the World Cup round of 32 following a 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia to set up an unexpected clash with defending champions Argentina in Miami. Spain's 1-0 victory over Uruguay earned them top spot in
27 Jun 02:18 · CNA
England vs. Panama Prediction, Odds, Picks For World Cup Match
Check out the odds for the England vs. Panama Group L matchup at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
27 Jun 11:00 · FOX Sports
Cape Verde make five changes for Group H clash with Saudi Arabia
HOUSTON, June 26 : Joao Paulo will replace Sidny Lopes Cabral in midfield for Cape Verde's Group H World Cup match in Houston on Friday against Saudi Arabia.Fancied Spain head Group H with four points from two games, while their final opponents Uruguay have two. Cape Verde also have two points and Saudi Arabi
26 Jun 23:16 · CNA
Cape Verde make five changes for Group H clash with Saudi Arabia
HOUSTON, June 26 : Joao Paulo will replace Sidny Lopes Cabral in midfield for Cape Verde's Group H World Cup match in Houston on Friday against Saudi Arabia.Fancied Spain head Group H with four points from two games, while their final opponents Uruguay have two. Cape Verde also have two points and Saudi Arabi
26 Jun 23:16 · CNA
Argentina vs. Jordan Prediction, Odds, Picks For World Cup Match
Check out the odds for the Argentina vs. Jordan Group J matchup at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
27 Jun 16:00 · FOX Sports
Coach Bubista hails Cape Verde's fearless dreamers after World Cup leap
June 26 : Cape Verde coach Bubista walked into his press conference draped in his country's flag, a man of few words tasked with explaining how one of football's smallest nations had barged into the World Cup knockout rounds at the first attempt.Their 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia completed a group stage journey
27 Jun 03:55 · CNA
Coach Bubista hails Cape Verde's fearless dreamers after World Cup leap
June 26 : Cape Verde coach Bubista walked into his press conference draped in his country's flag, a man of few words tasked with explaining how one of football's smallest nations had barged into the World Cup knockout rounds at the first attempt.Their 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia completed a group stage journey
27 Jun 03:55 · CNA
Austria vs. Algeria Prediction, Odds, Picks For World Cup Match
Check out the odds for the Austria vs. Algeria Group J matchup at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
27 Jun 16:00 · FOX Sports
Cape Verde seal dream knockout berth, Uruguay crash out after Spain defeat
FIFA World Cup: Uruguay's campaign came to a disappointing end on Friday after a 1-0 defeat to Spain, while tournament debutants Cabo Verde completed a remarkable journey into the Round of 32 with a goalless draw against Saudi Arabia.
27 Jun 02:18 · India Today
Jordan coach Sellami in awe of Argentina despite possible Messi absence
DALLAS, June 26 : Jordan coach Jamal Sellami is relishing the prospect of closing out his side's debut appearance at the World Cup against defending champions Argentina on Saturday, even if Lionel Messi is likely to start the game at Dallas Stadium on the bench.The Jordanians lost both of their opening Group
26 Jun 21:48 · CNA
Jordan coach Sellami in awe of Argentina despite possible Messi absence
DALLAS, June 26 : Jordan coach Jamal Sellami is relishing the prospect of closing out his side's debut appearance at the World Cup against defending champions Argentina on Saturday, even if Lionel Messi is likely to start the game at Dallas Stadium on the bench.The Jordanians lost both of their opening Group
26 Jun 21:48 · CNA
Lionel Messi to be benched for Argentina's final group-stage game vs Jordan
Lionel Messi will start on the bench against Jordan as Lionel Scaloni rotates Argentina's side. The call follows Argentina sealing top spot in Group J and turning towards the knockouts.
27 Jun 00:12 · India Today
FIFA World Cup 2026: Jubilant Cape Verde set date with Argentina in round of 32
Cape Verde makes history by reaching the World Cup round of 32, facing Argentina after a crucial draw with Saudi Arabia.
27 Jun 03:46 · The Hindu
World Cup betting picks for Norway vs. France, Uruguay vs. Spain and Cape Verde vs. Saudi Arabia
World Cup betting picks include France's Mbappe to score anytime, Spain at -145 vs. Uruguay, and a draw prediction for Cape Verde vs. Saudi Arabia.
26 Jun 18:05 · Fox News
2026 World Cup: Six African countries qualify for Round of 32
Six of the 10 African countries at the 2026 World Cup have qualified for the Round of 32. Cape Verde and Ghana confirmed their spots after Saturday's
27 Jun 05:38 · Daily Post
World Cup: Seven of Africa’s 10 teams qualify for Round of 32
Morocco, South Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, Egypt, Cape Verde, Ghana and Senegal have all secured places in the first knockout round, while Algeria and DR Congo remain in contention ahead of their final group matches.
27 Jun 13:10 · The Eagle Online
Cape Verde’s dream run continues, becoming smallest country into World Cup knockout round
Cape Verde completed an improbable run through the group stage with a third World Cup draw to become the smallest country to earn a spot in the knockout round.
26 Jun 19:35 · The Seattle Times
Cape Verde into World Cup knockouts: The lessons for small nations dreaming big
Grouped with Spain, Uruguay and Saudi Arabia, it seemed unlikely this small island nation would make it through to the next round. But as its national team coach told CNA's Matthew Mohan, "you have to believe".
27 Jun 02:31 · CNA
World Cup: Cabo Verde hold Saudi Arabia, book historic Argentina tie
The Blue Sharks also memorably held the European champions in their opener before securing a 2-2 draw with Uruguay. 
27 Jun 05:41 · The Eagle Online
FIFA World Cup 2026: Uruguay crash out of World Cup as Spain avoid Argentina clash
Uruguay exits the World Cup early as Spain secures victory, avoiding a clash with Argentina in the knockout stages.
27 Jun 03:54 · The Hindu
Cape Verde's dream run continues, becoming smallest country into World Cup knockout round
Cape Verde defied odds to become the smallest country to earn a spot in the World Cup knockout.
27 Jun 04:56 · 5 NBCDFW
Spain wins its World Cup group, beating Uruguay 1-0 as Muslera’s error sends 2-time champion home
Spain defeated Uruguay after another goalkeeping mistake to advance to the knockout stage of the World Cup and eliminate the South American powerhouse.
26 Jun 19:28 · The Seattle Times
'Anything is possible': Cape Verde's fairytale run continues at expanded World Cup
HOUSTON, June 26 : The sight of Cape Verde’s players huddled around a single mobile phone as they watched the final seconds of Spain’s win over Uruguay before bursting into celebration was the kind of moment FIFA had hoped for in their push for an expanded World Cup.As was the joy in the stands in Houston
27 Jun 03:30 · CNA
2026 World Cup: I will bench Messi against Jordan – Argentina coach, Scaloni
Argentina head coach, Lionel Scaloni, has confirmed that he will leave captain Lionel Messi on the bench for their last 2026 World Cup group game against
27 Jun 05:31 · Daily Post
Cape Verde makes history, Iran left waiting & Senegal shatters records
Cape Verde is through to the World Cup knockout stage in its tournament debut. A 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia sealed an incredible run after holding Spain national football team and Uruguay national football team earlier in the group.
27 Jun 06:35 · Africanews
World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi’s Argentina gets easy opponents in round of 32
Legendary forward, Lionel Messi and his Argentine team, will face tournament newcomers Cape Verde in the Round of 32. Spain topped Group H. The Blue
27 Jun 10:49 · Daily Post
Uruguay vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 highlights: ESP win, Cabo Verde secure Round of 32 spot
Uruguay vs Spain FIFA World Cup 2026 Football Match highlights: Spain finished on top of the group with Cabo Verde second, Uruguay were eliminated.
26 Jun 21:00 · The Indian Express
World Cup: How we will play against Argentina in knockout phase – Cape Verde Coach
Cape Verde qualified for the knock-out stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in their debut appearance after playing a goalless draw against Saudi Arabia on Friday,
27 Jun 14:25 · Premium Times
Panama vs. England World Cup prediction: Odds, picks, and best bet for Saturday
The England hype train hit a speed bump Tuesday.
27 Jun 17:00 · New York Post
FIFA World Cup 2026: Cape Verde’s dream run continues, becoming smallest country into knockouts
Cape Verde makes history as the smallest nation to reach the World Cup knockout stage, showcasing resilience and talent.
27 Jun 06:31 · The Hindu
FIFA World Cup 2026: Cape Verde’s dream run continues, becoming smallest country into knockouts
Cape Verde makes history as the smallest nation to reach the World Cup knockout stage, showcasing resilience and talent.
27 Jun 06:31 · The Hindu
Lionel Messi won’t start Argentina’s group finale, but World Cup scoring record holder could sub in
Lionel Messi will not start when defending World Cup champion Argentina plays its group finale, but he could be a substitute.
26 Jun 19:42 · The Seattle Times
2026 World Cup: Supercomputer Predicts Winner Between Black Stars of Ghana and Croatia
Opta supercomputer predicts Ghana vs Croatia outcome at the 2026 World Cup. Ghana shines in group stage, conceding no goals and aiming for knockout glory.
27 Jun 11:50 · Legit
Is Lionel Messi Playing Today? Argentina Star Won't Start In World Cup Showdown vs. Jordan
Here's what to know about Lionel Messi's status for Saturday's match against Jordan.
26 Jun 23:35 · FOX Sports
Spain vs Uruguay, FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Score: ESP take on URU in must-win clash at Guadalajara
Spain vs Uruguay FIFA World Cup 2026 Football Match Live Score: Current Group H leaders Spain will look to finish on top as they take on second placed Uruguay at Guadalajara in one of 2026 World Cup's tightest groups so far.
26 Jun 21:00 · The Indian Express
World Cup 2026: Uruguay goalkeeper, Muslera refuses to return after halftime in 1-0 defeat to Spain
Uruguay head coach, Marcelo Bielsa has disclosed that goalkeeper, Fernando Muslera refused to return to the pitch after the halftime break in their 1-0
27 Jun 05:30 · Daily Post
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