Moisés Caicedo to Captain Ecuador for Remaining World Cup Games

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Moisés Caicedo to Captain Ecuador for Remaining World Cup Games

Caicedo will captain his side against Mexico in the Round of 32 clash on June 30, taking over from Enner Valencia. Ecuador began the tournament terribly, losing the first game to the Ivory Coast and drawing the second against Curaçao. They shocked Germany 2-1 in their final group game to finish third on four points and qualify for the knockouts.

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Hong Myung-bo Resigns As South Korea Head Coach After Group Stage Exit from World Cup

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Hong Myung-bo Resigns As South Korea Head Coach After Group Stage Exit from World Cup

Myung-bo resigned a day after his side's exit at the group stage, and after strong condemnation from the country's president, Lee Jae Myung. South Korea won 2-1 against Czechia but crashed out after 1-0 defeats against South Africa and Mexico. “I hope that the team will be trusted and loved by the people once again," Hong said after his resignation.

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