Expectations were high for England's dominance, but the reality on the pitch told a different story. In their World Cup Round of 32 clash, DR Congo took a 1-0 lead into half-time, with Bryan Sipenga's seventh-minute goal the difference at the Atlanta Stadium.
England suffered an early setback in their World Cup Round of 32 match against DR Congo at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, July 1. The Three Lions, who entered as favourites, conceded a goal in the seventh minute, silencing the gallery.
Sebastián Beccacece has stepped down as head coach of Ecuador right after his team’s 2-0 defeat to Mexico in the round of 32, which ended their World Cup campaign. In his farewell message, he stated that although he wished to continue working with the team, he decided to step down because he could not fulfil the promise he had made.
Mexico was swept up in joy after securing a place in the World Cup round of 16. However, the night of celebration turned into a night of grief. The death toll from the incident during World Cup celebrations in Mexico City has risen to three. According to Reuters, the city’s health department confirmed the information early Wednesday morning.
Fifa says coaches and players were told before the World Cup that referees will punish the type of foul that meant Germany's extra-time goal against Paraguay was ruled out.
Erling Haaland has admitted Norway face an uphill battle against Brazil in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16, describing the five-time champions as overwhelming favourites and conceding his side has only a slim chance of progressing.