Soccereco
Former most expensive defender in the world, 35, ends career in Bolivia
Eliaquim Mangala has ended his career at the age of 35. The defender played for clubs including Manchester City, FC Porto and Valencia, as well as the French national team.
SoccerDino
Sweden fear France and will be without a regular starter for the rest of the World Cup
Isak Hien will not play again at this World Cup. The Swedish defender suffered a hamstring injury during the final group-stage match against Japan, which will keep him out for the rest of the tournament. A major blow for Graham Potter ahead of the round-of-32 match against feared France.
SoccerODD
South Africa Make World Cup History
South Africa celebrate a historic World Cup breakthrough as Bafana Bafana reach the knockout stage for the first time.
