SoccerDino
World media slam Martínez and Ronaldo
Portugal elimination against Spain in the last 16 of the World Cup has led to harsh reactions both in Portugal and beyond. National coach Roberto Martínez and Cristiano Ronaldo in particular have come under fire. Portuguese media see the end of a failed era, while foreign newspapers are mainly focusing on Ronaldo emotional farewell at the World Cup.
Soccereco
Egyptian FA asks FIFA to bar referee Letexier for rest of World Cup
Egypt ask FIFA to investigate François Letexier after the 3-2 World Cup defeat to Argentina, with VAR decisions causing major controversy.
SoccerODD
Courtois does not understand the hype around the United States
Thibaut Courtois watched the coverage ahead of the round-of-16 match between the United States and Belgium with surprise. The Belgians ultimately won by a wide margin, but before the match some had the Americans as favourites.
