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Kylian Mbappe has matched Lionel Messi in the race for the Golden Boot, with both stars having scored seven goals following the Frenchman’s decisive penalty against Paraguay.
Erling Haaland and Harry Kane each have five goals, while Vinícius Júnior trails with four. Additionally, Spain’s Mikel Oyarzabal has four goals and could also rise in the rankings over the next 24 hours.
The tally of seven has already surpassed the total of the top scorer from ten of the last twelve World Cups.
Brazilian forward Rodrygo has returned home after experiencing the World Cup in the United States. In his latest column, he contrasts the atmosphere in a country celebrating the World Cup with one that is obsessed with it. Brazil is set to face Norway in the round of 16 today, with kick-off scheduled for 9pm BST.
“The rhythm of life in Brazil – the “land of football”
Emma Hayes shares insights in her latest column, suggesting that while life may not truly begin at 40, it doesn’t signal the end for elite athletes.
In a Q&A session, Spain’s manager Luis de la Fuente responds to inquiries about advice for Lamine Yamal, the challenges of coaching, and how the current squad compares to the 2010 champions. Sid Lowe has compiled these responses.
Canada’s coach Jesse Marsch is a controversial figure, with some considering him difficult to engage with. Did Canada perform better than he claims? Morocco’s manager Mohamed Ouahbi had a sharp retort.
“It takes some nerve to say that when you lose 3-0.”
As the clock strikes 1:30am in Mexico City, one wonders if England’s players are managing to get any rest before their match. The game is set to kick off at 6pm local time, or 1am BST in the UK. Here’s the latest from David Hytner in Mexico City.
“England stepped off their seventh flight in 12 days on Friday and are about to play their fourth game in 13 days. The period was always going to be a grind; one simply to plot a course through.”
Our reporters are on the ground in Mexico City for this crucial match, and amidst running 5k races to acclimatize to the altitude, they have also provided insightful commentary. Nick Ames has gathered quotes from both managers: England’s Thomas Tuchel and Mexico’s Javier Aguirre.
Jonathan Wilson observed Morocco’s victory over Canada at Houston Stadium, where the 2022 semi-finalists secured their place in the quarter-finals with three second-half goals. This achievement makes Morocco the first African nation to reach the World Cup quarter-finals on two occasions.
“This wasn’t really about the new style. This was a very old-fashioned Morocco performance, dogged and dour, admirably competitive, and with the undoubted ability of the more creative players seen almost entirely in counterattacks. Whether their cagey start was by design or because they were forced into it by Canada’s ferocity, though, was unclear.”
Paul MacInnes reported from a sweltering Philadelphia Stadium, where France’s narrow 1-0 victory mirrored their last-16 match against Paraguay from 1998, a World Cup that ended in their favor.
“The World Cup favourites were forced to drop a gear or two but still had too much for a Paraguay team that set out for a fight but were ultimately no more than a nuisance.” he remarked.
Good morning, afternoon, or evening, wherever you may be! The World Cup is heating up as the first two quarter-finalists have been determined. Morocco showcased their efficiency against co-hosts Canada, while France triumphed in a tough contest against Paraguay.
We will provide updates on these last-16 matches and the upcoming highly anticipated game between Mexico and England at the Azteca Stadium. Additionally, Brazil’s match against Norway is on the agenda for this evening, signaling that the serious stage of the tournament is upon us. Are you ready for day 25 of the World Cup? Let’s dive in!
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