QtrendsEgypt advance past Australia on penalties, face Argentina next
Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 on penalties in a dramatic World Cup round-of-16 clash after the match ended level. Mohamed Salah scored a Panenka penalty to help secure Egypt's first-ever knockout round victory. The win sets up a highly anticipated quarter-final showdown against Lionel Messi and Argentina. The match was described as a historic moment for Egyptian football, with Salah's composure from the spot drawing particular praise.
Cape Verde scored a dramatic equalizer to send their World Cup round-of-16 match against Argentina into extra time after regulation ended 1-1. The small island nation, appearing in its first-ever World Cup knockout stage, has captured global attention with its fairytale run. The match was billed as the biggest in Cape Verdean football history, with the team showing remarkable resilience against the reigning world champions.
England's World Cup round-of-16 match against Mexico will kick off at 1am local time on Monday as originally scheduled, after Fifa ruled out changing the timing due to storm risks. Earlier reports suggested the match might be brought forward because of safety concerns over an approaching storm. Sky Sports confirmed the unchanged kick-off time in a live update. The decision ends uncertainty for fans planning to attend the game.
Declan Rice is expected to start for England against Mexico despite carrying an ongoing injury issue, according to Sky Sports. BBC also reports that Rice is likely to be available for the crucial World Cup knockout match. Media pundits are debating England's lineup options, including whether Stones should start and if Rice might be deployed at right-back. Rice's availability is seen as a key boost for England's midfield stability.
Ange Postecoglou, formerly of Tottenham Hotspur, has been appointed as the new head coach of Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr. The Australian manager will now work with Cristiano Ronaldo at the Saudi Pro League side. Postecoglou's appointment marks a significant move in his managerial career after his departure from Spurs. The move aligns with the growing trend of high-profile European managers joining Saudi Arabian football.