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Time:2026-06-29T05:50:48Z

Canada makes history with a dramatic World Cup last-16 berth, prompting nationwide celebration and praise from coach Jesse Marsch. South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo resigns after an early group-stage exit draws fierce criticism from the president. Lionel Messi extends his legend, becoming the first player to score in seven consecutive World Cup matches. England Test captain Ben Stokes announces his shock retirement from international cricket, ending a transformative era for the team.

Canada celebrates historic World Cup run

Canada celebrates historic World Cup runCanada's national team has captured global attention with an unprecedented run at the 2026 World Cup, advancing deep into the tournament for the first time. Coach Jesse Marsch praised the players as 'Canadian heroes' after they defied expectations and earned a place in the knockout rounds. The squad's resilience, led by midfielder Stephen Eustáquio who overcame personal tragedy, has sparked national pride and inspired a new generation of soccer fans across the country.

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'You are Canadian heroes' - the forgotten hosts making World Cup history (BBC)
‘Heroes for the future’: Canada celebrates team’s historic World Cup run (Al Jazeera)
Stephen Eustaquio: Canada’s World Cup hero who braved personal tragedy (Al Jazeera)
World Cup while you were sleeping: Marsch hails ‘Canadian heroes’, Hong quits (SCMP)

South Korea coach quits after early World Cup exit

South Korea coach quits after early World Cup exitSouth Korea head coach Hong Myung-bo resigned following the team's failure to advance past the group stage at the 2026 World Cup. The early exit triggered an extraordinary public backlash from President Lee Jae Myung, who issued a lengthy social media statement expressing frustration and bewilderment at the team's performance. Captain Son Heung-min was seen leaving the field crestfallen after the decisive loss to South Africa, marking a bitter end to a disappointing campaign.

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South Korea coach quits after early World Cup exit prompts fierce criticism from president (AP News)
South Korea’s ‘utterly baffled’ president lets rip after early World Cup exitLee Jae Myung lays into coach Hong Myung-bo in length social media rant after country’s team failed to get out of the group stage. (SCMP)
South Korea’s Son Heung-min leaves the field with his head bowed after his side’s loss to South Africa. Photo: Xinhua (SCMP)

Messi sets World Cup scoring streak record

Messi sets World Cup scoring streak recordLionel Messi has once again rewritten the World Cup record books, becoming the first player ever to score in seven consecutive matches in the tournament. The Argentine captain's latest goal against Jordan helped secure a win for his side and extended his all-time World Cup scoring lead. The milestone adds another chapter to Messi's storied career as he continues to defy age and expectations on football's biggest stage.

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Messi becomes first to score in 7 straight World Cup games while extending goals record (AP News)
Messi makes more World Cup history, Iran out after Algeria, Austria thrillerLionel Messi adds to his goals tally as Argentina beat Jordan, while last-second equaliser saves Austria in six-goal draw. (SCMP)
More records tumble, as Messi posts longest tournament scoring streak (China Daily)

Canada beats South Africa to reach round of 16

Canada beats South Africa to reach round of 16Canada secured a dramatic 1-0 victory over South Africa, with a late goal from Stephen Eustáquio sealing their place in the World Cup last 16. The match served as the tournament's first knockout encounter, and Canada's resilient performance against a tough South African side has been widely praised. The historic win marks Canada's deepest ever run in a men's World Cup and sets up a highly anticipated round-of-16 clash.

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Canada secure last-16 place after dramatic late winner vs South Africa (Sky Sports)
South Africa vs Canada: All the action and rate the players (Sky Sports)
Canada beats South Africa 1-0 in World Cup’s first knockout match on Stephen Eustáquio’s late goal (AP News)
Canada score dramatic late winner to reach World Cup last 16 (BBC)
Canada score late to beat South Africa 1-0 and reach World Cup last 16 (Al Jazeera)

Ben Stokes announces international retirement

Ben Stokes announces international retirementEngland Test captain Ben Stokes has announced his retirement from international cricket in a move that has shocked the sporting world. Stokes, widely regarded as one of England's greatest all-rounders, delivered an emotional farewell to his teammates in a private address. His decision marks the end of a transformative era for English cricket, with tributes pouring in from across the sport for the player who defined an generation with his match-winning performances.

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Ben StokesEngland Test captain announces international retirement (The Guardian)
England captain Ben Stokes to retire from international cricket (Arab News)
Stokes announces shock retirement from international cricket (The Independent)
Ben Stokes explains reasons behind England retirement decision (The Independent)
What Stokes told his England teammates in emotional retirement speech (The Independent)