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England face DR Congo in a high-stakes World Cup last-32 clash, with Thomas Tuchel managing a right-back injury crisis and Jordan Pickford rallying the squad. Mexico ended a 40-year knockout drought by defeating Ecuador 2-0, setting up a potential meeting with England. Kylian Mbappe's double eased France past Sweden while Haaland powered Norway into the last 16. In the WNBA, Alyssa Thomas revealed she has received death threats and racial abuse following her suspension for an incident involving Caitlin Clark.

England vs DR Congo World Cup knockout preview

England vs DR Congo World Cup knockout previewEngland face DR Congo in the World Cup last-32 with high expectations. The match features DR Congo star Yoane Wissa relishing the clash, while England are favorites on paper. Fans can watch live coverage across multiple broadcasters. Both sides are preparing for what promises to be a competitive knockout fixture.

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England vs DR Congo talking points (Sky Sports)
It's matchday! England vs DR Congo build-up and have your say LIVE! (Sky Sports)
How to watch England vs DR Congo: TV channel, start time and more (The Independent)
DR Congo star Wissa relishing World Cup knockout clash with England (The Independent)

Tuchel's injury crisis ahead of England World Cup clash

Tuchel's injury crisis ahead of England World Cup clashThomas Tuchel faces a right-back injury crisis ahead of England's World Cup last-32 match against DR Congo. Sky Sports reports Tuchel insists the team is prepared for the difficult clash despite squad concerns. BBC notes this is the moment for Tuchel to prove his tactical acumen in the knockout danger zone. Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford has declared the team ready to 'go to war' for their manager.

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Tuchel: We're prepared for difficult DR Congo clash despite right-back woes (Sky Sports)
Time for Tuchel to show hand as England enter World Cup danger zone (BBC)
Tuchel faces injury crisis ahead of England’s World Cup last-32 clash (The Independent)
Jordan Pickford says England ready to ‘go to war’ for Thomas Tuchel (The Independent)

Mexico ends 40-year knockout drought at World Cup

Mexico ends 40-year knockout drought at World CupMexico stormed into the World Cup last 16 by defeating Ecuador 2-0, ending a 40-year drought without a knockout-stage victory. The team is unbeaten in 10 tournament games and could face England or DR Congo next. CNN and AP News highlight the historic breakthrough for Mexican football. SCMP notes Mexico's potential path to a quarter-final meeting with England.

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Mexico storm into World Cup last 16 to book potential England clash (Sky Sports)
Mexico batters Ecuador and everything else you need to know about Tuesday’s World Cup action (CNN)
Mexico ends a 40-year knockout drought, beats Ecuador 2-0 to reach the round of 16 (AP News)
Mexico break 40-year World Cup curse with thrilling win over Ecuador in knockoutsTeam are unbeaten in 10 tournament games at the Azteca Stadium, and will fancy their chances against England or Democratic Republic of Congo. (SCMP)
Mexico players celebrate after winning the round-of-32 match against Ecuador at the World Cup. Photo: Xinhua (SCMP)

Mbappe, Haaland lead World Cup Golden Boot race

Mbappe, Haaland lead World Cup Golden Boot raceKylian Mbappe scored a double to ease France past Sweden as the World Cup knockout rounds intensify. Gary Neville described France as 'a level above' and Mbappe as 'on the verge of greatness'. Erling Haaland powered Norway into the last 16, while Al Jazeera tracks the Golden Boot race between Mbappe, Messi, and Haaland. Netherlands boss Ronald Koeman resigned after the group stage exit.

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Neville: France 'a level above' and Mbappe 'on verge of greatness' (Sky Sports)
Mbappe, Messi, Haaland: Who’s leading the race for the World Cup’s Golden Boot? (Al Jazeera)
World Cup while you were sleeping: Haaland’s inevitable, Mbappe unstoppableErling Haaland powers Norway into the last 16, Kylian Mbappe double eases France past Sweden, and Netherlands boss Ronald Koeman resigns. (SCMP)

Alyssa Thomas reveals death threats over Caitlin Clark incident

Alyssa Thomas reveals death threats over Caitlin Clark incidentWNBA star Alyssa Thomas has revealed she received death threats and racial slurs following her suspension for an incident involving Caitlin Clark. AP News reported Thomas speaking out about the online abuse she has endured. BBC and Al Jazeera also covered the story, highlighting the disturbing nature of the threats and the wider conversation about athlete safety on social media.

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Mercury’s Thomas says she has received online abuse following suspension for Caitlin Clark incident (AP News)
I've had death threats over Clark incident - Thomas (BBC)
Death threats, racial slurs: Alyssa Thomas reveals post-suspension abuse (Al Jazeera)