England were professional, they were very solid and they managed the game and got the result they needed. Kane’s record-breaking goal was a historic footnote to a win that keeps their World Cup charge going England celebrated after a clean-sheet victory over Panama that secured the Group L crown and marked Harry Kane’s record-breaking World
Egypt got the point they required to go through, Iran’s wait for qualification continues. The draw had big ramifications with group standings still playing into the final Round of 32 picture. Egypt and Iran players battle for the ball during a nervous 1-1 Group G draw that sent Egypt into the World Cup knockout round.
After a slow start to the tournament, Belgium finally found their attacking groove at the right time. New Zealand, who came into the match with just one point, could not match the quality and sharp finishing of Belgium. Belgium players celebrate after a 5-1 victory over New Zealand that secured top spot in Group G.
Alex Baena scored in the first half to put Spain top of the group after a big mistake from Fernando Muslera in the 1-0 win over Uruguay. Uruguay are out without a win and Cape Verde’s historic run goes on to the last 32 Alex Baena’s 42nd-minute goal sealed a 1-0 win over Uruguay and
CAPE VERDE’S World Cup dream remains alive as the tiny island nation takes on Saudi Arabia in a decisive Group H match in Houston. Cape Verde are now on the brink of a historic knockout-stage breakthrough after two draws from their opening two games, with a possible round-of-32 meeting against Lionel Messi’s Argentina looming if
Senegal delivered one of their most comprehensive performances of the tournament on Friday, crushing 10-man Iraq 5-0 to keep their World Cup hopes alive and send the Asian side packing. A double from Idrissa Gueye paved the way, and Senegal’s quick start and unrelenting pressure made the result seem comfortable long before the final whistle.
