Joshua Kimmich Says Germany “Fully Deserved” World Cup Elimination

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Joshua Kimmich Says Germany “Fully Deserved” World Cup Elimination

Kimmich said Germany “fully deserved” their World Cup exit after a Round of 32 penalty loss to Paraguay capped an uneven tournament. Nagelsmann’s side beat Curacao 7-1 and Ivory Coast 2-1, then lost 2-1 to Ecuador before crashing out. “It feels awful,” Kimmich said, admitting Germany “didn’t play well” and had major problems against “not world-class” opponents.

By Tanish Chachra

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Robert Griffin III Applauds Kylian Mbappé's Thoughtful Gesture For France HC

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Robert Griffin III Applauds Kylian Mbappé's Thoughtful Gesture For France HC

“These teams play for the country, but they also play for each other. Such a heartwarming moment at the World Cup,” RGIII tweeted after Kylian Mbappé shared a celebration with France’s Head Coach, Didier Deschamps. Deschamps’ Mother passed away last week. RGIII also expects France and Argentina to reach the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.


By Nidheesh Kumar

Gary Neville Warns That France's Four Attackers Will Cause Nightmares for Every Defender

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Gary Neville Warns That France's Four Attackers Will Cause Nightmares for Every Defender

Neville said he looked at matches from a defensive view, and France's attack against Sweden left him stunned. "Those four France attackers ... will cause nightmares for every single defender at this tournament and I don't know how you stop that. It's a level above," he said. Kylian Mbappe scored twice while Bradley Barcola netted once. Michael Olise provided two assists.

By Nischay Rathore

Mexico Start 17-Year-Old Gilberto Mora in Round of 32 Clash With Ecuador

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Mexico Start 17-Year-Old Gilberto Mora in Round of 32 Clash With Ecuador

Mexico named a 4-3-3 for their World Cup Round of 32 tie against Ecuador, with 17-year-old Mora again starting in midfield. Rangel begins in goal behind Sánchez, Montes, Vásquez and Gallardo. Lira anchors midfield with Romo and Mora, while Alvarado, Quiñones and Jiménez lead the attack against Ecuador’s 4-4-2 led by Enner Valencia and Gonzalo Plata tonight.

By Nischay Rathore

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Ecuador Complain Over Mexico Fan Noise Before Knockout Clash

Ecuador complained to World Cup organizers after around 1,000 Mexico fans reportedly gathered outside their team hotel in Mexico City before the Round of 32 tie. Supporters used noisemakers, pans and buckets while singing “Cielito Lindo” before police moved them back. Calling it against “fair play,” Ecuador said they would “respond on the pitch” against the co-hosts.

By Nischay Rathore

Netherlands FA Condemns Racist Abuse After Morocco Penalty Exit

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Netherlands FA Condemns Racist Abuse After Morocco Penalty Exit

The Royal Netherlands Football Association condemned racist and discriminatory online abuse aimed at players after their World Cup elimination as the Oranje lost 3-2 on penalties to Morocco following a 1-1 draw across 120 minutes. Thanking players, staff and supporters, the KNVB said it drew “a clear line,” adding racism and discrimination have no place “in football, online or society.”

By Nischay Rathore

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