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.

A France side already through were too sharp for a Norway side who rested most of their first choice players. Dembele’s hat-trick and France’s quick start confirmed their status as group winners going into the knockout stages. Ousmane Dembele’s hat-trick helped them defeat Norway 4-1 and finish top of World Cup Group I. Iage Credit: