Carlo Ancelotti Says Brazil Can Not Take Scotland Lightly In Final Group Game

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Carlo Ancelotti Says Brazil Can Not Take Scotland Lightly In Final Group Game

Brazil, level with Morocco on 4 points, needs just a draw against Scotland, who are a point behind, to qualify for the knockouts. Ancelotti, however, is not taking Scotland lightly. "They are fighters, they play really well organised. They are a strong team. It will be a very difficult game for us." Morocco plays Haiti in the other group decider.

By Ankit Sharma

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Messi said he’ll keep playing “as long as I can contribute, feel good physically, and help my teammates,” but refused to commit to 2030. Asked about another World Cup, he said, “I don’t know,” calling it “a bit far off.” The Argentina captain said he’s “living one day at a time” and focused on the present for now.

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England Have Failed to Win Both Opening Group Games at Eight of Last Nine Tournaments

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England Have Failed to Win Both Opening Group Games at Eight of Last Nine Tournaments

The 0-0 draw against Ghana means the 2018 World Cup remains the only major tournament since EURO 2008 where England won both their opening games. In the 2018 edition, England recorded wins over Tunisia and Panama before losing their final group game against Belgium. Thomas Tuchel's side needs a draw against Panama to ensure qualification for the knockouts.

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Jordan Leaves World Cup With Gifts and Thank-You Letter for Organizers

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Jordan Leaves World Cup With Gifts and Thank-You Letter for Organizers

Jordan left its first World Cup without a knockout place, but with a graceful farewell gesture. Before departing, the delegation gave organizers keychains, traditional sweets and a thank-you letter, saying, “Thank you for making Jordan’s first experience in a World Cup truly unforgettable.” Jordan lost their World Cup opener against Austria 3-1 before a 1-2 loss against Algeria.

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Ronaldo Reveals How He Used Himself as Decoy in Nuno Mendes' Free Kick Goal

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Ronaldo Reveals How He Used Himself as Decoy in Nuno Mendes' Free Kick Goal

Cristiano Ronaldo said he planned to take Portugal’s second free kick against Uzbekistan, then used his stance as a decoy. “I told them to trick the goalkeeper and for Nuno to shoot hard,” he said. Nuno Mendes curled in the 17th-minute left-footer, doubling Portugal’s lead. Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal demolished the Uzbek defense with a 5-0 Group K victory.

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Egypt Midfielder's Goal Clocks 76.7 MPH Ball Speed, World Cup's Fastest Goal Strike So Far

Emam Ashour produced the World Cup’s fastest goal by ball speed so far, with Adidas’ Trionda connected ball clocking his strike at 123.4 km/h (76.7 MPH). The 20th-minute blast gave Egypt a 1-0 lead against Belgium in their Group G opener, but Mohamed Hany’s second-half own goal forced a 1-1 draw, turning a record hit into a shared point.

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